Does it come with a dovetail?

Yes, the tube has a Vixen style dovetail which is 1.75" wide and runs the entire length of the tube. The dovetail bar also has two 1/4" tripod threads - one towards the rear, and one towards the middle, so that it can be balanced accordingly. It works pretty well using a medium weight camera pan head on a tripod.

is this scope as good as the scope nasa used on the shutle. they both have the same model#52291 C5

It's technically the same model (C5) but newer generations of Celestron telescopes are bit more cheaply made. On the other hand, the current model is probably 1/4 the price of what the original versions cost.

I see shipping weight is 11 pounds. What is the scope weight outside of packaging etc.?

The OTA by itself weighs about 6 lbs.

Does this OTA come with a case?

Yes, it comes with a nice soft case with foam inserts for storage for each of the supplied items.

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Celestron 5" Schmidt-Cassegrain Spotting Scope

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Brand
Celestron
Optical Tube Length
11 Inches
Eye Piece Lens Description
25mm lens
Objective Lens Diameter
127
Telescope Mount Description
Altazimuth

✨StarBright XLT Coatings

💧Water-Resistant Case

🔭5" Optical Design

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Description

🔍 Discover the Universe Like Never Before!

TRAVEL READY - Comes with a water-resistant soft-sided case for on-the-go adventures.
UNMATCHED CLARITY - Experience celestial wonders with the 5" Schmidt-Cassegrain optical design.
PRECISION TARGETING - Includes a 6x30 erect image finderscope for easy object location.
COMFORTABLE VIEWING ANGLE - The 45° erect image diagonal provides a natural viewing experience.
ENHANCED LIGHT TRANSMISSION - StarBright XLT coatings ensure vibrant, high-contrast images.

The Celestron 5" Schmidt-Cassegrain Spotting Scope combines advanced optical technology with user-friendly features, making it perfect for both amateur astronomers and seasoned stargazers. With its durable, water-resistant case and high-quality coatings, this scope is designed for optimal performance in any environment.

Specifications

ASIN	B008FK623Q
Additional Features	NASA-approved optical quality, camera adaptability, and comprehensive accessories
Best Sellers Rank	#337,461 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #99 in Spotting Scopes
Brand	Celestron
Built-In Media	25 mm (50x) Eyepiece, 45° Erect Image Diagonal, 6x30 Erect Image Finderscope and Water-Resistant Soft-Sided Case
Coating	Schmidt-cassegrain
Compatible Devices	Cameras, Smartphones
Customer Reviews	4.4 out of 5 stars 162 Reviews
Exit Pupil Diameter	2.5 Millimeters
Eye Piece Lens Description	Plossl
Field Of View	1.17 Degrees
Finderscope	Reflex
Focal Length Description	1250 millimeters
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Global Trade Identification Number	00050234522915
Item Dimensions D x W x H	13"D x 6"W x 10"H
Item Weight	96 Ounces
Manufacturer	Celestron
Manufacturer Part Number	52291-CGL
Model Number	52291-CGL
Mount	Equatorial Mount
Objective Lens Diameter	127 Millimeters
Optical Tube Length	70 Millimeters
Optical-Tube Length	70 Millimeters
Power Source	Manual
Product Dimensions	13"D x 6"W x 10"H
Telescope Mount Description	Equatorial Mount
UPC	050234522915
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Warranty Description	Limited Lifetime Warranty
Zoom Ratio	50 multiplier x

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