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An interesting question Daniel.
I can easily move my 12" solid tube dob, but I am 6'5" and my wing span certainly helps with that. If I were too much shorter and smaller and my viewing area more than the 5 metres or so from where my dob is stored then forget it. A 12" solid tube is big, make no bones about it.
Transportable? Just, I drive a Toyota Aurion (Camry newer model) and lay the passenger seat flat, tube just fits between the glove box and the rear of the back seat. The mount then sits on the back seat behind the driver's seat, again it only just fits.
I've given you this insight so you can make an informed decision about the sheer size of the 12". The best bang for your buck will be the telescope you use the most. This will be the one that is easy to setup, use and potentially transport to your chosen dark site.
And is always the case in a which telescope thread, I'd suggest a trip to your local astronomy club or retailer so you can these things of beauty in the flesh.
Wayne
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