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Orion SkyQuest XT4.7

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description Orion SkyQuest XT4.7 Overview

The Orion SkyQuest XT4.7 is a compact Newtonian reflector designed for maximum portability and ease of use. Its 4.7-inch aperture provides decent views of the Moon and planets while remaining small enough to be easily transported in a backpack or car trunk. It is an ideal choice for those who want a real telescope experience but have limited storage space or frequently travel to different observing locations.

help Orion SkyQuest XT4.7 FAQ

Is the Orion SkyQuest XT4.7 actually the XT4.5 model?

The documented Orion model is the SkyQuest XT4.5, with a 114 mm or 4.5-inch aperture, not a 4.7-inch mirror. A listing called XT4.7 should be checked against the telescope label and manual before purchase. [Orion manual](https://www.sirius-optics.com.au/assets/manuals/orion/orion_skyquest_xt4_5_classic_dobsonian_telescope.pdf)

Can the Orion SkyQuest XT4.5 really fit in a backpack?

It is compact beside larger Dobsonian telescopes, but its tube is about 35 inches long and the tube and base weigh about 17.6 pounds. It is better suited to a car trunk than to a normal backpack. [Orion manual](https://www.sirius-optics.com.au/assets/manuals/orion/orion_skyquest_xt4_5_classic_dobsonian_telescope.pdf)

What can a 4.5-inch SkyQuest reflector show?

Its 114 mm Newtonian mirror and roughly 900 mm focal length make it well suited to the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn and brighter deep-sky objects. The f/7.9 optical design favors sharp views of bright targets rather than very wide views of huge nebulae. [Orion manual](https://www.sirius-optics.com.au/assets/manuals/orion/orion_skyquest_xt4_5_classic_dobsonian_telescope.pdf)

What mount and finder come with the Orion SkyQuest XT4.5?

The XT4.5 uses a simple Dobsonian mount and a 1.25-inch rack-and-pinion focuser. The documented package also includes a 6x26 correct-image finder, which helps locate objects before viewing through the main tube. [Orion XT4.5 manual](https://www.manualslib.com/manual/116335/Orion-Xt4-5.html)

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