Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ-MD Newtonian Telescope

Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ-MD (Motor Drive) Telescope

Powerful Astronomy with Precision Tracking

Explore the night sky in detail with the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ-MD, a high-performance Newtonian reflector telescope designed for beginners and enthusiasts alike. With a large 130mm aperture and a built-in motor drive for automatic tracking, this telescope is perfect for observing the Moon, planets, star clusters, and more—all while keeping your target in view.

Key Features

• 🔭 130mm Newtonian Reflector – Bright, sharp images of lunar and planetary targets, plus brighter deep-sky objects.

• ⚙️ German Equatorial Mount – Equipped with slow-motion controls for accurate, fine adjustments in Right Ascension (RA) and Declination (DEC).

• 🔋 Motor Drive Included – Automatically tracks celestial objects, compensating for Earth’s rotation. Ideal for extended viewing.

• 🔧 No-Tool Setup – Fast and easy assembly so you can start observing quickly.

• 🪐 Two Eyepieces Included – 20mm (33x) with built-in erect image corrector and standard 10mm (65x) for versatile viewing.

• 🌌 StarPointer™ Red Dot Finderscope – Effortlessly locate and aim at targets in the night sky.

• 🧰 Steel Tripod with Accessory Tray – Full-height, adjustable tripod provides stability and convenient accessory storage.

Motorised Tracking for Effortless Stargazing

Unlike standard manual telescopes, the 130EQ-MD comes with a single-axis RA motor drive, enabling automatic tracking of stars and other celestial objects. Simply align the mount to the celestial pole and let the motor follow your target across the sky. You can fine-tune the motor’s speed using the built-in rate regulator to match the movement of different types of objects—from planets to galaxies.

This motor drive runs on a 9V battery, supports both Northern and Southern Hemisphere operation, and eliminates the need for constant manual adjustment—making your observing sessions more enjoyable and productive.

Included Software

The AstroMaster 130EQ-MD includes Starry Night Basic Edition, a powerful planetarium software with a database of over 36,000 celestial objects. Learn about stars, planets, and deep-space targets with interactive sky maps and stunning 3D visualisations. Also compatible with the Celestron SkyPortal App.

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 and SiO₂ coated mirrors

Mount & Tripod

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

• Slow Motion Controls: Yes – RA and DEC

• Motor Drive: RA motor drive (battery powered, adjustable speed)

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

• Tripod Legs: 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

• Preassembled Tripod & CG-3 Mount

• 20mm Eyepiece with Erect Image Corrector

• 10mm Standard Eyepiece

• Red Dot Finderscope

• RA Motor Drive

• Accessory Tray

• Manual

• Starry Night Software Download

Important Safety Notice

Never observe the Sun without a proper solar filter. Serious or permanent eye damage can result. Always supervise telescope use when children are present.

Who Is This For?

The Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ-MD is ideal for budding astronomers who want an intuitive yet capable telescope with automated tracking. Whether you're observing craters on the Moon, the moons of Jupiter, or faraway nebulae, this motorised telescope brings the cosmos closer than ever.