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Originally Posted by Davekyn
Dobson Measurements???
Could any 12inch Dobson owners please tell me the Length & Width of their OTA’s (THE TUBE)& list the type of Dobson owned….Thanks!
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147cm long, 37cm in diameter. But that diameter doesn't include the focusser, side bearings and finderscope (if you left it in place). Mine is a Bintel GSO which was new early in 2007. I expect it will be pretty close in size to the one Andrews is selling.
Dave, I'd be more worried about the base - they are quite big. I haven't measured the one I have but can do so in the next few days if you want. Alternatively, feel free to try and estimate it from the attached
