Sky Rover 72GPA f/6 ED APO Doublet Refractor Telescope
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- Compact 72 mm f/6 ED doublet design is lightweight and travel-friendly for grab-and-go astronomy.
- Sharp, high-contrast optics deliver excellent wide-field views for visual observing and astrophotography.
- Dual-speed focuser provides smooth, precise focusing for both imaging and nighttime observing.
- Compatible with dedicated flatteners and reducers for an easy upgrade into a capable imaging platform.
Sky Rover 72GPA: Big Performance, Backpack-Friendly Size!
The Sky Rover 72GPA is a lightweight apochromatic refractor designed for astronomers, astrophotographers, and outdoor creators who want serious optical performance in a highly portable package. Weighing in at under 2 kg, this compact refractor is easy to transport for travel imaging, grab-and-go observing, and all-night dark-sky sessions without weighing down your setup.
Built to a higher imaging standard, the 72GPA features upgraded optics and enhanced stray-light control for improved contrast, cleaner backgrounds, and sharper overall image quality. Its precision-designed ED optical system delivers crisp stars and excellent color correction, while compatibility with a dedicated 72GPA 1x flattener (sold seperately) allows it to fully support full-frame astrophotography with impressive edge-to-edge performance.
The thoughtfully designed dual-ring mounting system offers excellent stability and flexibility for a wide range of setups, while compatibility with Arca-style quick-release plates makes mounting cameras and accessories fast and convenient. Beyond astronomy, the 72GPA is also versatile enough for daytime photography applications such as wildlife, landscape, and long-distance viewing—making it a compact refractor ready for almost any adventure.
Versatility at the Forefront!
From detailed lunar landscapes to breathtaking nebulae and sprawling Milky Way star fields, this telescope is built to handle a wide variety of astronomical targets. Its sharp optics and wide-field capabilities make it equally at home exploring the Moon, capturing deep-sky objects, surveying rich star fields, or imaging stunning nighttime landscapes. Pair it with the proper solar filter (sold seperately) for safe daytime observing and experience intricate solar surface detail, prominences, and dynamic solar activity. Whether you're observing visually or building a portable astrophotography setup, this versatile refractor is ready for nearly any adventure under the sky.
72GPA + 1x Flattener Photographic Backfocus Diagram
Specifications
- Diameter: 72 mm (2.8 in)
- Focal Length: 432 mm
- Focal Ratio: f/6
- Optics: Doublet elements, air-spaced apochromatic, including a piece of Super ED
- Coating: FMC
- Focusing: 2.5-inch R&P dual-speed focuser, a CAA is included, travel distance about 94mm
- Body: made of aluminum alloy, tractable dewshield
- Size:
- Fully Retracted - 310 mm (12.2 in)
- Fully Extended - 380 mm (15 in in)
- Weight: 2.5 kg (5.5 lb) (tube ring + dovetail +adapter ~ 0.4 kb - 0.9 lb)
Other Information
- Country of Manufacture: China
Sky Rover 72GPA: Big Performance, Backpack-Friendly Size!
The Sky Rover 72GPA is a lightweight apochromatic refractor designed for astronomers, astrophotographers, and outdoor creators who want serious optical performance in a highly portable package. Weighing in at under 2 kg, this compact refractor is easy to transport for travel imaging, grab-and-go observing, and all-night dark-sky sessions without weighing down your setup.
Built to a higher imaging standard, the 72GPA features upgraded optics and enhanced stray-light control for improved contrast, cleaner backgrounds, and sharper overall image quality. Its precision-designed ED optical system delivers crisp stars and excellent color correction, while compatibility with a dedicated 72GPA 1x flattener (sold seperately) allows it to fully support full-frame astrophotography with impressive edge-to-edge performance.
The thoughtfully designed dual-ring mounting system offers excellent stability and flexibility for a wide range of setups, while compatibility with Arca-style quick-release plates makes mounting cameras and accessories fast and convenient. Beyond astronomy, the 72GPA is also versatile enough for daytime photography applications such as wildlife, landscape, and long-distance viewing—making it a compact refractor ready for almost any adventure.
Versatility at the Forefront!
From detailed lunar landscapes to breathtaking nebulae and sprawling Milky Way star fields, this telescope is built to handle a wide variety of astronomical targets. Its sharp optics and wide-field capabilities make it equally at home exploring the Moon, capturing deep-sky objects, surveying rich star fields, or imaging stunning nighttime landscapes. Pair it with the proper solar filter (sold seperately) for safe daytime observing and experience intricate solar surface detail, prominences, and dynamic solar activity. Whether you're observing visually or building a portable astrophotography setup, this versatile refractor is ready for nearly any adventure under the sky.
72GPA + 1x Flattener Photographic Backfocus Diagram
Specifications
- Diameter: 72 mm (2.8 in)
- Focal Length: 432 mm
- Focal Ratio: f/6
- Optics: Doublet elements, air-spaced apochromatic, including a piece of Super ED
- Coating: FMC
- Focusing: 2.5-inch R&P dual-speed focuser, a CAA is included, travel distance about 94mm
- Body: made of aluminum alloy, tractable dewshield
- Size:
- Fully Retracted - 310 mm (12.2 in)
- Fully Extended - 380 mm (15 in in)
- Weight: 2.5 kg (5.5 lb) (tube ring + dovetail +adapter ~ 0.4 kb - 0.9 lb)
| Manufacturer | Sky Rover |
|---|---|
| Telescope Focal Length | 401 - 500mm |
- 1x 72GPA refractor telescope
- 1x Tube ring (set of 2)
- 1x Vixen dovetail plate
- 1x 2-inch to 1.25-inch adapter
- 1x Finder base
- Compact 72 mm f/6 ED doublet design is lightweight and travel-friendly for grab-and-go astronomy.
- Sharp, high-contrast optics deliver excellent wide-field views for visual observing and astrophotography.
- Dual-speed focuser provides smooth, precise focusing for both imaging and nighttime observing.
- Compatible with dedicated flatteners and reducers for an easy upgrade into a capable imaging platform.
Sky Rover 72GPA: Big Performance, Backpack-Friendly Size!
The Sky Rover 72GPA is a lightweight apochromatic refractor designed for astronomers, astrophotographers, and outdoor creators who want serious optical performance in a highly portable package. Weighing in at under 2 kg, this compact refractor is easy to transport for travel imaging, grab-and-go observing, and all-night dark-sky sessions without weighing down your setup.
Built to a higher imaging standard, the 72GPA features upgraded optics and enhanced stray-light control for improved contrast, cleaner backgrounds, and sharper overall image quality. Its precision-designed ED optical system delivers crisp stars and excellent color correction, while compatibility with a dedicated 72GPA 1x flattener (sold seperately) allows it to fully support full-frame astrophotography with impressive edge-to-edge performance.
The thoughtfully designed dual-ring mounting system offers excellent stability and flexibility for a wide range of setups, while compatibility with Arca-style quick-release plates makes mounting cameras and accessories fast and convenient. Beyond astronomy, the 72GPA is also versatile enough for daytime photography applications such as wildlife, landscape, and long-distance viewing—making it a compact refractor ready for almost any adventure.
Versatility at the Forefront!
From detailed lunar landscapes to breathtaking nebulae and sprawling Milky Way star fields, this telescope is built to handle a wide variety of astronomical targets. Its sharp optics and wide-field capabilities make it equally at home exploring the Moon, capturing deep-sky objects, surveying rich star fields, or imaging stunning nighttime landscapes. Pair it with the proper solar filter (sold seperately) for safe daytime observing and experience intricate solar surface detail, prominences, and dynamic solar activity. Whether you're observing visually or building a portable astrophotography setup, this versatile refractor is ready for nearly any adventure under the sky.
72GPA + 1x Flattener Photographic Backfocus Diagram
Specifications
- Diameter: 72 mm (2.8 in)
- Focal Length: 432 mm
- Focal Ratio: f/6
- Optics: Doublet elements, air-spaced apochromatic, including a piece of Super ED
- Coating: FMC
- Focusing: 2.5-inch R&P dual-speed focuser, a CAA is included, travel distance about 94mm
- Body: made of aluminum alloy, tractable dewshield
- Size:
- Fully Retracted - 310 mm (12.2 in)
- Fully Extended - 380 mm (15 in in)
- Weight: 2.5 kg (5.5 lb) (tube ring + dovetail +adapter ~ 0.4 kb - 0.9 lb)
Other Information
- Country of Manufacture: China
| Manufacturer | Sky Rover |
|---|---|
| Telescope Focal Length | 401 - 500mm |
- 1x 72GPA refractor telescope
- 1x Tube ring (set of 2)
- 1x Vixen dovetail plate
- 1x 2-inch to 1.25-inch adapter
- 1x Finder base
Sky Rover 72GPA f/6 ED APO Doublet Refractor Telescope