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Explore Scientific FirstLight Solid Tube Dobsonian

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Explore Scientific FirstLight 8in Solid Tube Dobsonian, FL-DOB0806-01
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How much does the 8 inch dobsonian weigh fully assembled? Expert Answer

The Primary Tube Weight is 25 lbs. The Rocker Box Weight is 21 lbs. The Total Weight is 46 lbs.

by Kurt Colbourne, Gear Expert, September 27, 2021
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Product Discontinued by Manufacturer

Explore Scientific FirstLight Solid Tube Dobsonian has been discontinued by Explore Scientific and is no longer available. Our product experts have helped us select these available replacements below.You can also explore other items in the Telescopes yourself to try and find the perfect replacement for you!

Product Info for Explore Scientific FirstLight Solid Tube Dobsonian

200mm Dia. (8-inch) f/6 Parabolic Primary Mirror Newtonian with BK7 Glass mounted in Mirror Cell with 3-Point No-Tool Collimation; 68mm M.A. Secondary Mirror mounted on 3-Point Push-Pull Collimatable Secondary Holder; Aluminum Coatings with Quartz Overcoat; Metal Tube; Classic White Finish; Two 15-inch Altitude Bearings attach to Cradle Rings with No-Tool Knobs and Ride on Teflon Pads in the Composite Laminated Dobsonian Box with 20-inch Azimuth Bearing Riding on Teflong Pads; HEX Single-Speed 2.5-inch R&P Focuser with Extension Tube, Compression Ring, and 1.25-inch Adapter; Adjustable Red-Dot Finderimage

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