• DOB1045C
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Explore Scientific

Explore Scientific 10" f/5 Hybrid Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope (DOB1045C)

Explore Scientific 10" f/5 Hybrid Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope (DOB1045C)

$649.99
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The Explore Scientific 10″ f/5 Hybrid Truss Tube Dobsonian Telescope is a powerful, high-aperture reflector built to deliver stunning deep-sky and planetary observations — all while maintaining portability and ease of use. Featuring a 254 mm (10") primary mirror, this telescope gathers hundreds of times more light than the naked eye, enabling you to see galaxies, nebulae, star clusters, and detailed lunar and planetary surfaces with remarkable clarity. 

Its hybrid design combines a solid-tube upper assembly (protecting the secondary mirror) with a lightweight, tool-free collapsible truss structure — making disassembly and transport easier than traditional solid-tube Dobsonians. The robust aluminum frame with oversized altitude bearings ensures smooth motion and stable high-magnification tracking. 

The included accessory set — dual Plössl eyepieces (25 mm & 10 mm), red-dot finder, moon filter, lunar map, planisphere, collimation tool — makes it ready for immediate observing right out of the box. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned backyard astronomer, this Dobsonian offers an ideal balance of aperture, portability, and value. 

Key Features

  • Large 10″ (254 mm) primary mirror — massive light-gathering power for deep-sky and planetary detail.

  • Fast f/5 focal ratio with 1270 mm focal length — wide field and bright images, ideal for faint nebulae, galaxies, and star clusters. 

  • Hybrid truss-tube design with solid upper tube — combines portability with secondary mirror protection.

  • Tool-free disassembly — convenient transport and storage even in compact cars. 

  • Oversized altitude bearings & aluminum rocker frame — smooth, stable motion at any magnification. 

  • Comprehensive accessory package — includes two eyepieces (25 mm, 10 mm), red-dot finder, moon filter, lunar map, planisphere, and collimation tool for ready-to-use observing. 

  • Great value for aperture — high light collection per cost, excellent for beginners and serious stargazers alike. 

Specifications

Specification Detail
Primary Mirror Diameter 254 mm (10″)
Focal Length 1270 mm
Focal Ratio f/5
Telescope Type Hybrid Truss-Tube Dobsonian (Newtonian Reflector)
Secondary Obstruction 24%
Mirror Cell Support Points 9
Truss Pole Length 64 cm
Truss Pole Diameter 20 mm
Secondary Cage Assembly Diameter 38 cm OD
Eyepiece Height at Zenith ~119 cm
Theoretical Limiting Magnitude 14.7 mag
Theoretical Maximum Magnification ~500×
Included Accessories 25 mm & 10 mm eyepieces, red-dot finder, moon filter, moon map, planisphere, collimation tool, rocker base
Mount Dobsonian rocker box with oversized altitude bearings and rigid aluminum frame

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With a beginner telescope you can see a surprising amount — the craters and mountains on the Moon, the rings of Saturn, the moons of Jupiter, and star clusters like the Pleiades. As you get more comfortable, you can also spot nebulae and distant galaxies. Not sure which beginner telescope is right for you? Check out our Telescope Buying Guide.
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