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These telescopes require no introduction. Since their appearance on the market they have been recommended and highly rated by knowledgeable astronomers and the astronomy press world-wide. Manufactured and designed in Russia to exacting standards, they are characterised by their excellent optics, exceptionally robust build-quality and precision engineering, no matter which size of model you choose. Despite their high quality, they are in fact surprisingly competitively priced, often costing significantly less than, and outperforming competing telescopes of other makes. Furthermore, they are usually supplied with many useful accessories which are expensive extras on many competing brands. This strong combination of performance and value has brought these high quality scientific instruments into the homes of countless thousands of satisfied users all Over the world.

Manufactured to very high standards of optical and mechanical engineering, the TAL-1 combines both excellent optical performance together with an extremely robust and thoughtfully designed mechanical layout. Delightfully smooth slow-motion controls make tracking a pleasure. A rock-steady pedestal stand ensures complete operating stability, superior to that of any tripod. Supplied with useful accessories including a sun projection screen for safe solar imaging, five light filters and a camera mounting bracket for deep sky photography. An incredible package with an unequalled combination of performance, value and equipment levels than any rival telescope of this size. Whether viewing the craters of the Moon, the rings of Saturn or beyond, for someone taking a serious step into this fascinating hobby the TAL-1 cannot be overlooked!!

Tal-1

Standard Specification :-

  • Magnification Range: x32, x64, x80, X160
  • Diameter of Primary Mirror: 110mm
  • Diffraction Limited Optics
  • Telescope Focal Length: 805.78mm (f /7.3)
  • Eyepieces Supplied (1.25): 10mm Kellner & 25mm Plossl
  • x2 Barlow Lens
  • 6x30 Finderscope
  • German Equatorial Mount
  • Slow Motion Controls to both Axes
  • Heavy Duty Pedestal Stand with Built-in Vibration Suppression Pads
  • Please be aware that this product is supplied with a solar eyepiece filter
    which should not be used.
Tal-1 £150
110mm (4.5") Newtonian Reflector Telescope


These new 120mm models have the same focal length as the TAL-1 but a telescope tube which is much shorter and compact achieved by a tele-negative lens built into the focusser, allowing for greater portability. Apart from this difference, these models boast the same specification and almost the same standard equipment as the TAL-1.

Tal-120

Standard Specification :-

  • Magnification Range: x32, x54, x96, x169
  • Diameter of Primary Mirror: 120mm
  • Diffraction Limited Optics
  • Telescope Focal Length: 805.78mm (f/6.7)
  • Eyepieces Supplied (1.25): 15mm Kellner & 25mm PlossI
  • x3 Barlow Lens
  • 6x30 Finderscope
  • German Equatorial Mount
  • Slow Motion Controls to both Axes
  • Heavy Duty Pedestal Stand with Built-in vibration Suppression Pads
  • Please be aware that this product is supplied with a solar eyepiece filter
    which should not be used.

 

Tal-120 £170
120mm (4.5") Newtonian Reflector Telescope



Standard Specification :-

  • Magnification Range: x40 & x155
  • Objective Lens Diameter: 100mm
  • Diffraction Limited Optics
  • Telescope Focal Length: 1000mm (f/10)
  • Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 6.3mm & 25mm Plossls
  • Dual fit 1.25"/2" Focusser
  • 6x30 Finderscope
  • Moon Filter
TAL-100RS OTA £180
100mm (4") Refractor Telescope - Complete with EQ-5 compatible tube rings
TAL-100RS + EQ5 Mount £370.00
100mm (4") Refractor Telescope
TAL-100RS + HEQ5 Mount £540.00
100mm (4") Refractor Telescope - Complete with HEQ-5 Mount
TAL-100RS + EQ6 Mount £765.00
100mm (4") Refractor Telescope - Complete with EQ-6 Mount
TAL-100RS + HEQ5 Pro SkyScan Goto Mount £810.00
100mm (4") Refractor Telescope - Complete with HEQ-5 Pro SkyScan Goto Mount
TAL-100RS + EQ6 Pro SkyScan Goto Mount £995.00
100mm (4") Refractor Telescope - Complete with EQ-6 Pro SkyScan Goto Mount


A first class precision instrument based on Klevzovs original advanced optical system design. The Klevzov-Cassegrain non-aspherical system presents a radically new form of catadioptric telescope that combines the compactness of a Schmidt-Cassegrain with similar enviable high resolution image quality and contrast of modern Maksutov designs.

TAL-150k

Standard Specification :-

  • Magnification Range: x60, x125, x160 ,x320
  • Diameter of Primary Mirror: 150mm
  • Diffraction Limited Optics
  • Telescope Focal Length: 1551mm (f/10.3)
  • Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm Plossls
  • 2x Barlow Lens
  • 6x30 Finderscope
  • Moon Filter
  • EQ3-2 Equatorial Mount
  • Slow Motion Controls to both Axes


Tal
TAL-150k Tube Only £599.00
150mm (6") Klevzov Cassegrain Telescope - Supplied with Dovetail Mounting Plate for EQ5
TAL-150k + EQ3-2 £699.00
150mm (6") Klevzov Cassegrain Telescope


TAL-200k

Standard Specification :-

  • Magnification Range: x69, x139, x177 ,x357
  • Diameter of Primary Mirror: 200mm
  • Diffraction Limited Optics
  • Telescope Focal Length: 2000mm (f/10)
  • Eyepieces Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm Plossls
  • 2x Barlow Lens
  • 8x50 Finderscope
  • Moon Filter
  • EQ5 Equatorial Mount
  • Slow Motion Controls to both Axes


Tal

TAL-200k Tube Only £699.00
Supplied with Dovetail Mounting Plate for EQ3-2

TAL-200k + EQ5 Mount £899.00
200mm (8") Klevzov Cassegrain Telescope

TAL-200k + HEQ5 Mount £1098.00
200mm (8") Klevzov Cassegrain Telescope - Complete with HEQ-5
TAL-200k + EQ6 Mount £1298.00
200mm (8") Klevzov Cassegrain Telescope - Complete with EQ-6
TAL-200k + HEQ5 Pro SkyScan Mount £1398.00
200mm (8") Klevzov Cassegrain Telescope - Complete with HEQ-5 Pro SkyScan
TAL-200k + EQ6 Pro SkyScan Mount £1598.00
200mm (8") Klevzov Cassegrain Telescope - Complete with EQ-6 Pro SkyScan
TAL-250k OTA £1899.00
250mm (10") Klevzov Cassegrain Telescope - OTA
TAL-250k + EQ6 Mount £2498.00
250mm (10") Klevzov Cassegrain Telescope - Complete with EQ-6
TAL-250k + EQ6 Pro SkyScan Mount £2798.00
250mm (10") Klevzov Cassegrain Telescope - Complete with EQ-6 Pro SkyScan



TAL Wooden Tripod

An extremely rigid hardwood tripod suitable for fitting to all Tal -1, Tal - 120 and Tal - 150 series telescopes for increased portability and for optimum performance on uneven surfaces.

Will not fit older scopes with screw in equatorial/pillar connection

Tal
TAL Wooden Tripod £85.00

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