Heavy but worth the effort - Meade 12 in LX200ACF Telescope with UHTC, Series 4000 Super Plossl Eyepiece 1210-60-03

This scope is awesome. It has some minor software issues but it mnkaes up for it in Deep Space performance. The goto is dead on once you train the sensors and the only issue is the Moon and planets do not show up in the FOV Meade told me that they are working on it but dont hold your breath. This is a old problem that has not fixed since 2006 update and nothing since. The weight of this scope is no joke. The forks and drive base, OTA weigh 80 pounds. Its not a scope for everyone and a second person will be needed if you need help. When you train the scope the views this scope will show you will last a life time. Awesome.
Pros: Tack Sharp optics, Easy to use, Fit and finish
Cons: Heavy(80 lbs.) Minor software issues

This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.