The Bresser Messier MC-152 Maksutov-Cassegrain excells at detailed lunar and planetary observations and astrophotography. One of the main advantages of the Maksutov design is its robustness and compact size, making it ideal for trips to dark sky locations.

The long focal length of this telescope and wider aperture offers more flexibility for higher magnification and a wider option of small deep space targets such as the remnants of a gigantic stellar explosion (in the year 1054) in the constallation Taurus or the Whirlpool Galaxy in Ursa Major or  even the Dumbell Nebula in the constellation Vulpecula.

The high rigidity of the EXOS-2 GoTo mount allows for more stable and relaxed observations and is an ideal platform for those making their first attempts at astrophotography - particularly for planetary work.

BRESSER EXOS-2 GoTo Equatorial Mount:
This German Equatorial Mount has tracking motors in both axes that follow celestial objects very smoothly and precisely. The hand controller with full GOTO abilities works reliably and is very user friendly - See Manual download below. Precision ball bearings in both axes help ensure minimal backlash at all nine possible tracking speeds and the 12V battery pack is conveniently fastened to the tripod shelf and takes eight size D batteries. The mount can also be powered using a mains or car plug adapter (sold seperately)

EXOS-2 GOTO System:
The Startracker GoTo System enables beginners with little experience to start astronomical observations in just a few minutes, and guides you to various objects in the nigt sky that are not visible through the small finder scope. At the push of a button you can locate Planets, Nebulae or Galaxies in minutes. The database on the Startracker system holds thousands of celestial objects to choose from.
The Bresser StarTracker GoTo systems also uses servo motors for both axes and features an ST-4 compatible autoguiding input - essential for long exposure Astrophotography. The menu and navigation of the Startracker hand controller is also multilingual and offers a choice of German, English, French, Spanish and Italian.

Telescope Spec:

• Optical design: Maksutov-Cassegrain
• Ideal for planets, double stars and planetary nebulae
• Min Magnification: x 73
• Maximum Magnification: x 300
• Material front lens or corrector plate: BK-7
• Mirror/Lens diam: 152 mm
• Focal length: 1900 mm
• Aperture ratio: 12.5
• Type of coating: Multi coated
• Finder scope: 6 x 30 mm
• High precision Hexafoc-focuser with 2,5" free inner diameter
• 6x30 straight through viewfinder with reticle
• Aperture ratio: f/12,5
• Eyepiece diameter: 31.7 mm (1.25") and 50.8 mm (2")
• 31.7 mm (1.25") diagonal mirror
• Cradle rings with handle and integrated piggyback camera holder (1/4 thread)
• Aperture Solar filter & Smartphone camera adapter for sky navigation included
• Universal 44 mm Dovetail plate with stainless steel rail (fits LXD75/Great Polaris/EQ5)
• 50.8 mm (2") to 31.7 mm (1,25") adapter with integrated T2 thread (T2 T-ring adapter is needed if you are connecting a DSLR)

Mount Spec:

• Stable parallactic mount with fine drive in both axes
• Ball bearings in both axes for more precise movements
• Stable height adjustable stainless steel tripod ( Min. 69cm / Max. 109.5cm )
• Load capacity up to 13 kg payload
• Circular bubble for easy horizontal alignment
• GoTo Mount with motors and hand box controller, for easy finding and guiding moon, planets, stars and much more
• ST-4 compatible autoguider interface
• Pole height scale for setting the latitude
• Scaled graduated circular rings to facilitate finding objects using a star atlas or planetarium software
• Pole finder scope
• Tripod weight: 4.6 kg
• Mount weight: 5.3 kg (without counterweight)
• Total weight incl. counterweight: 23.6 kg
• Batteries: Require Size D Batteries (not included).

Weight & Dimensions:

• Net weight OTA (incl. accessories): 6.5 kg
• Tripod & Mount: 23.6 kg
• Total length: 100 cm
• Total width: 100 cm
• Total height: 165 cm

Whats included:

• Maksutov Optical Tube Assembly
• 26 mm Super Plössl eyepiece (31.7 mm / 1.25")
• Integrated 31.7 mm and T2 adapter
• Adapter for 50.8 mm (2")
• Tube rings
• Handle with camera holder
• Universal 44 mm Dovetail plate with stainless steel rail (fits LXD75/Great Polaris/EQ5)
• Adjustable polar finder scope with optional illumination
• 6x30 Viewfinder
• 31,7 mm (1.25") zenith mirror
• Astronomy PC software Stellarium
• Rotatable star map
• Equatorial EXOS 2 GOTO mount and Startracker handcontroller
• Stainless steel tube field tripod with accessory tray
• 1 x 4.5 kg counterweight

SAFETY NOTICE: Never look directly at the Sun through your Binoculars or Telescope - immediate and permanent eye damage may result. For Solar viewing please ensure you have a dedicated Solar Filter fitted correctly to your telescope.