The A80Mf Telescope OTA with APZ Mount is a great telescope for beginners. It combines an 80mm achromatic refractor and a simple and easy-to-use alt-azimuth mount, which is comprised of parts of the AP equatorial mount. It is suitable for observation of bright planets, nebulae, and star clusters.
Optical Tube Assembly
The fully coated achromatic 80mm objective gathers more light than smaller-objective models while still being easy to handle and transport. The focal length is 910mm and the focal ratio is f/11 for good magnification and sharp detail.
APZ Mount
With the smooth friction-control mechanism of the APZ mount, the telescope can be moved quickly by hand to your target object. The mount is composed of sectional modules and units that can be easily upgraded to an AP equatorial mount with additional components.
APP-TL130 Tripod
The compact and lightweight tripod combines durability and ease of use. The tripod legs can be extended to 51" or retracted to about 24" long for storage. The spike of each leg is protected with a rubber covering for use in different environments.