BRESSER Arcturus 60/700 AZ Carbon Refractor Telescope with 35x-525x Magnification 4511609

Observing the moon, planets, and bright deep-sky objects requires a telescope that balances portability with clear, high-contrast views. The BRESSER Arcturus 60/700 AZ Carbon meets this need with a 60 mm achromatic refractor that delivers sharp images without the bulk of larger instruments.

Who is it for

This telescope is ideal for beginners and casual astronomers who want an easy-to-use, lightweight setup for lunar and planetary observation. The alt-azimuth mount allows simple up-down, left-right movement, making it intuitive for first-time users.

Main features

• 60 mm achromatic refractor with 700 mm focal length (f/11.7) for crisp, high-contrast views.
• Includes 20 mm and 4 mm eyepieces plus a 3x Barlow lens for magnifications from 35x to 525x.
• 5x24 finderscope and 90° star diagonal for comfortable aiming and viewing.
• Stable aluminum tripod with carbon-look optical tube for a modern appearance.
• Azimuthal mount with smooth manual controls for effortless tracking.

Specifications

• Optical design: Achromatic refractor
• Aperture: 60 mm
• Focal length: 700 mm
• Focal ratio: f/11.7
• Mount type: Alt-azimuth (AZ)
• Maximum useful magnification: 120x
• Theoretical magnification range: 35x - 525x
• Eyepiece barrel diameter: 1.25"
• Included eyepieces: K-20mm, K-4mm
• Included Barlow lens: 3x
• Finderscope: 5x24
• Diagonal: 90° star diagonal
• Tripod: Aluminum
• Optical tube finish: Carbon-look
• Limiting magnitude: 11.0 mag
• Resolution: 2.3 arc seconds
• Recommended for: Lunar, planetary, bright deep sky observation
• Included software: Astronomy software

Tips

Start with the 20 mm eyepiece to locate objects, then switch to higher magnifications. Allow the telescope to reach ambient temperature for the sharpest views, and use the finderscope to center targets before looking through the main eyepiece.