Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ Newtonian Telescope

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£319.99
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Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ Newtonian Telescope

Exceptional Night Sky Viewing with a Powerful 130mm Reflector

The Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ offers a brilliant introduction to astronomy with its powerful 130mm Newtonian reflector optics and precise equatorial mount. Whether you're viewing lunar craters, Saturn’s rings, or the vibrant colours of star clusters, this telescope provides sharp, bright images and smooth tracking for a rewarding observing experience.

Key Features

  • 🔭 130mm Newtonian Reflector – Excellent light-gathering power for observing planets, stars, and brighter deep-sky objects.

  • ⚙️ German Equatorial Mount – Manual mount with RA and DEC slow-motion controls for accurate celestial tracking.

  • 🔧 No-Tool Assembly – Quick and simple setup gets you observing within minutes.

  • 🪐 Dual Eyepieces Included – 20mm (33x) with built-in erect image corrector and 10mm (65x) for high-powered views.

  • 🎯 StarPointer™ Red Dot Finderscope – Easily locate celestial targets in the night sky.

  • 🧰 Sturdy Steel Tripod – Adjustable full-height tripod with integrated accessory tray.

Manual German Equatorial Mount

The CG-3 equatorial mount is designed for smooth tracking of objects across the night sky. It includes setting circles and dual-axis slow-motion controls, allowing for precise movement in both Right Ascension (RA) and Declination (DEC). Once polar aligned, you can follow celestial targets with ease.

Starry Night Software Included

Plan your observing sessions and explore the universe with Celestron's Starry Night Basic Edition—a powerful astronomy software suite featuring:

  • A database of over 36,000 celestial objects

  • Printable sky maps

  • Detailed star charts

  • 3D visualisations of stars, exoplanets, and galaxies

Also compatible with the SkyPortal app for interactive sky navigation.

Specifications

Optical System

  • Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector (Spherical Primary Mirror)

  • Aperture: 130mm (5.11")

  • Focal Length: 650mm (f/5)

  • Eyepieces:

    • 20mm (33x) with erect image corrector

    • 10mm (65x) standard

  • Finderscope: StarPointer™ Red Dot

  • Max Useful Magnification: 307x

  • Limiting Magnitude: 13.1

  • Resolution:

    • Rayleigh: 1.07 arc seconds

    • Dawes: 0.89 arc seconds

  • Light Gathering Power: 345x

  • Coatings: Aluminium with SiO₂ coating

  • Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 44mm (34% by diameter, 11% by area)

Mount & Tripod

  • Mount Type: Manual German Equatorial (CG-3)

  • Slow Motion Controls: Yes – RA and DEC

  • Tripod Height Range: 812.8mm – 1295.4mm (32" – 51")

  • Tripod Leg Diameter: 31.75mm (1.25") steel

  • Accessory Tray: Included

Dimensions & Weight

  • Optical Tube Length: 552mm (21.7")

  • Total Kit Weight: 17 lbs (7.71 kg)

Included in the Box

  • Optical Tube

  • CG-3 Equatorial Mount & Tripod (preassembled)

  • 20mm Eyepiece with Erect Image Corrector

  • 10mm Eyepiece

  • Red Dot Finderscope

  • Accessory Tray

  • Manual

  • Starry Night Software Download

Important Safety Notice

Never observe the Sun without a proper solar filter. Doing so can cause permanent and irreversible eye damage. Always supervise telescope use around children.

Who Is This For?

The AstroMaster 130EQ is ideal for amateur astronomers who want a reliable, manually controlled telescope with large-aperture performance. Its fast setup, precision controls, and bright optics make it a superb companion for exploring the Solar System and beyond.

Shipping Options

Fast & Reliable UK Delivery

We offer flexible delivery options across the UK, with free shipping available on qualifying orders.

  • FREE Next Working Day Delivery (Mon–Fri)
    On all orders £300 and over
  • FREE Express Delivery (1–3 Working Days)
    On orders £49.99 – £299.99
  • Express Delivery – £3.99
    On orders under £49.99
  • Standard Delivery (2–4 Working Days) – £2.99
    A great value option for smaller orders
  • Priority Shipping – £8.99
    A fully tracked, guaranteed delivery service, including Saturday delivery options

Order Fulfilment

Some items, as clearly stated on the product page, may be fulfilled directly by our partners or manufacturers. In these cases, your order will be shipped to you straight from the brand’s warehouse. This helps us provide a wider range of specialist equipment and may result in slightly different delivery times.

Returns Policy

If something isn’t right, we’ll always try to help.

  • Unused items in “as new” condition can usually be returned within the statutory cooling-off period
  • Please contact us before sending anything back so we can advise on the safest way
  • For unwanted items, return shipping is your responsibility, and original shipping may be deducted where applicable
  • If a product is faulty or damaged, we’ll arrange repair, replacement or refund in line with your consumer rights — and we’ll cover reasonable return costs

Telescope shipping is expensive, and specialist — avoidable returns really do impact our business, so we always encourage customers to ask questions before buying. We’re here to help you get it right first time.

Your statutory rights are not affected.
Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ Newtonian Telescope

£319.99

Does it come with a warranty?

All our products are UK stock so come with manufacturers warranty

What happens if I don't like it?

We always want you to be happy with your purchase — so if you’re unsure, please ask us first. We’re always happy to give honest advice before you buy.

If the product arrives and you simply decide it isn’t for you, you can usually return it within the cooling-off period — as long as it’s unused, in perfect condition, and returned with all original packaging and accessories.

Because telescopes and optical equipment are large, delicate and expensive to ship, you’ll need to cover the cost of sending it back, and if we originally subsidised delivery, we may deduct our outbound shipping costs from your refund.

We’re a small specialist business, and unnecessary returns genuinely hurt us — so if you’re unsure at all, please talk to us first. We’d rather help you choose the right item than process a return.

How fast is shipping?

We aim to ship in-stock items as quickly as possible.

  • Most in-stock orders dispatch within 1–2 working days
  • Delivery usually takes 1–3 working days after dispatch (UK mainland)
  • Heavier / oversized items and special orders may take a little longer

You’ll receive tracking details as soon as your order is on its way.

Astronomy equipment often requires specialist packing and trusted couriers — we do this to keep your gear safe, not to slow things down. If you need something urgently, just ask and we’ll do our best.

What's the returns policy?

If something isn’t right, we’ll always try to help.

  • Unused items in “as new” condition can usually be returned within the statutory cooling-off period
  • Please contact us before sending anything back so we can advise on the safest way
  • For unwanted items, return shipping is your responsibility, and original shipping may be deducted where applicable
  • If a product is faulty or damaged, we’ll arrange repair, replacement or refund in line with your consumer rights — and we’ll cover reasonable return costs

Telescope shipping is expensive, and specialist — avoidable returns really do impact our business, so we always encourage customers to ask questions before buying. We’re here to help you get it right first time.

Your statutory rights are not affected.

What are your opening hours?

Monday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Tuesday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Wednesday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Thursday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Friday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Saturday: 9.00am - 5.00pm
Sunday: Closed