Best Telescopes · Celestron · Updated June 2026
Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ: specs and price (2026)
Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ has a US price of $359.95 (MSRP per celestron.com). Below is its full, sourced spec sheet — every value links to the source and the date we captured it.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $359.95 MSRP per celestron.com |
|---|---|
| Brand | Celestron |
| Released | — |
| type | reflector |
| aperture mm | 130 |
| focal length mm | 650 |
| focal ratio | f/5 |
| mount type | equatorial |
| highest useful magnification | 307 |
| weight lb | 17 |
| release year | — |
Source: celestron.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by astronomics.com. Re-verified on celestron.com: aperture 130 mm, focal length 650 mm, f/5, CG-3 manual German equatorial mount, 17 lb total kit weight, 307x highest useful magnification, MSRP $359.95. Astronomics corroborates optical specs and price $359.95 (Astronomics lists a more conservative 217x mag; manufacturer's 307x retained as primary).
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ cost?
The Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ has a US price of $359.95 (MSRP per celestron.com), as of 2026-06-19.
What are the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ's key specs?
Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ (Celestron): type reflector, aperture mm 130, focal length mm 650, focal ratio f/5, mount type equatorial. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
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