| Optical design: | Newtonian reflector |
| Optical diameter: | 127mm (5.0") |
| Focal length; focal ratio: | 1000mm; f7.9 |
| Resolving power (arc seconds): | 0.9 |
| Optical coatings: | Standard aluminum |
| Limiting visual magnitude (approximate): | 12.6 |
| Maximum practical visual power: | 350x |
| Optical tube dimensions (diameter x length): | 6.4 x 18 inches |
| Eyepiece (1.25-inch diameter): | MA9mm, MA25mm |
| Focuser: | eyepiece barrel diameters |
| Mounting type: | Altazimuth, single-tine |
| Motor drive system: | DC servo motors with encoders, both axes, 12v DC |
| Slow-motion controls: | Electric, 9-speed, both axes |
| #494 Autostar Control System: | Included; 9-speed |
| Autostar slew speeds: | 2x sidereal to 4.5 degrees per second |
| Hemispheres of operation: | North and South |
| Batteries (user-supplied): | 8 x AA |
| Battery life (approximate): | 20 hours |
| Viewfinder: | 6 x 30mm |
| Materials: | |
| Tube body: | Steel |
| Mounting: | Aluminum; high-impact ABS |
| Tripod: | Aluminum; full-length; adjustable |
| Total telescope net weight: | 18 pounds |
