Levenhuk New Skyline Base MAK 80/850 AZ-M Telescope

Discover the Universe with Precision and Clarity

Imagine stepping into your garden on a clear night, pointing the Levenhuk New Skyline Base MAK 80/850 at the Moon, and seeing every crater in breathtaking detail. This compact Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope packs serious optical performance into a portable, elegant package — perfect for the curious beginner and the seasoned observer alike.

Don't have a dedicated observatory or a sprawling garden? No problem. The MAK 80/850's beautifully compact form means it fits neatly on a desk, a windowsill, or a bedroom shelf — ready to be set up in minutes whenever the sky clears. It's the telescope that lives where you live, without taking over the room.

With its 80mm aperture and 850mm focal length, the MAK 80/850 delivers sharp, high-contrast views of the Moon, planets, and double stars. The motorised AZ-M alt-azimuth mount with single-axis motor drive makes tracking celestial objects effortless, so you can spend more time observing and less time adjusting.

Key Features

• 80mm Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design — delivers crisp, high-contrast images with minimal chromatic aberration
• 850mm focal length (f/10.6) — ideal for lunar, planetary, and double star observation
• Motorised AZ-M alt-azimuth mount — single-axis motor drive for smooth, effortless object tracking
• Compact enough for a study or bedroom — takes up minimal space yet delivers serious performance
• 25mm eyepiece included — provides 34x magnification straight out of the box
• Aluminium tripod with accessory tray — stable platform for comfortable viewing at any height
• Erect image diagonal — correct orientation for terrestrial and astronomical use
• Compatible with standard 1.25" accessories — easily expand with additional eyepieces and filters

Specifications

• Optical design: Maksutov-Cassegrain
• Aperture: 80mm
• Focal length: 850mm
• Focal ratio: f/10.6
• Highest useful magnification: 160x
• Lowest useful magnification: 11x
• Resolving power: 1.45 arc seconds
• Mount type: Alt-azimuth (AZ-M) with motor drive
• Eyepiece barrel diameter: 1.25"

Delivery

Estimated delivery: 5–10 working days.