{"product_id":"celestron-advanced-vx-6-refractor","title":"Celestron Advanced VX 6\" Refractor Telescope","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xKheat5xkBo?si=oRD4TitNw3dm6Mfn\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCelestron Advanced VX 6\" Refractor Telescope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior Contrast. Pinpoint Precision. Serious Planetary Performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron Advanced VX 6” Refractor is a powerful, high-contrast optical system designed for visual astronomers and planetary imagers who appreciate clarity and detail. With a 150mm aperture and f\/8 focal ratio, this long-focus refractor delivers sharp views of the Moon, planets, double stars, and deep sky targets—without central obstruction or chromatic aberration. Mounted on the rugged and portable Advanced VX German equatorial mount, this system is equally at home in your garden or a remote dark-sky site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6” f\/8 Refractor Optical Tube\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong focal length refractor delivers crisp, high-contrast planetary and lunar views with no central obstruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully Multi-Coated Optics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImproves light transmission and image sharpness across the entire field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced VX German Equatorial Mount\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOffers permanent PEC, autoguider support, and GoTo tracking with a 30 lb capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Dovetail Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDual saddle fits both CG-5 and CGE dovetails, as well as Vixen-format bars 100mm or longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Kit of Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIncludes 20mm eyepiece, 1.25” star diagonal, and 9x50 finderscope for easy object location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExceptional Optical Clarity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Advanced VX 6\" Refractor delivers a premium observing experience thanks to its unobstructed light path and classic air-spaced doublet lens. With no central obstruction or reflective components, this refractor provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnmatched contrast and image sharpness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural colour rendering and minimal optical distortion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent planetary and lunar performance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for detail-oriented observers and astrophotographers targeting high-resolution subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReliable, Portable German Equatorial Mount\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included Advanced VX mount provides a perfect balance of portability and stability, and is ideal for telescopes up to 30 lbs. 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