Thread: 10" vs 12" Dob
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Old 15-05-2006, 01:40 PM
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Originally Posted by dhumpie
p/s: from memory the OTA of the 12" weights as must as the 10" OTA and mount put together...doable but more hassle...
Darren, where do you remember those figures from? You are waaaayyyy off the mark.

GS 10" (250mm) OTA - 15.5kg, Base - 12.2kg Total - 27.7kg

GS 12" (300mm) OTA - 19.5kg, Base - 13.5kg Total - 33kg

Yes the 12" is slightly longer and heavier than the 10", But double????

Randall, and anyone else wanting the FACTS on dimensions, look here for every spec you need on all GS scopes; weight, length, diameter etc: http://www.telescope-service.com/dob...iansstart.html

I personally don't have a problem carrying, moving or transporting my 12" but you may want a slightly smaller scope for ease.

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