Meade LX200GPS 14"
The case includes six lockable latches for the removable cover (no hinge), two folding handle bars, one regular steel-reinforced handle and die-cut foam lining with compartments for telescope, eyepieces and accessories. The finder scope must be removed from the telescope. Protective vinyl covers are provided for the finder and hand control. The focuser does not need to be removed before installation. The top of the case is not hinged. It is removed completely to insert or remove the telescope. The case is designed to be maneuvered like a wheelbarrow with the two retractable handle bars and two 10" pneumatic wheels. The two halves of the case are shipped separately and the wheels and supports must be installed by the customer. Assembly is easy and requires two 7/16" wrenches (or two crescent wrenches) and a separate wrench provided by JMI. This case is compatible with Peterson ergonomic Get-A-Grip handles.
Outside dimensions of the case are approximately 51-1/8" x 28" x 24" (assembled and handle bars retracted) and its empty weight is approximately 52.4 lbs (including vinyl covers). The top half weighs approximately 14.4 lbs. and the bottom half weighs approximately 25.0 lbs (assembled). The two shipping boxes are approximately 49-1/4" x 11" x 28" each (UPS Ground Oversized 2 rate is at 70 lbs for each box) and the shipping weight is approximately 34.8 lbs for the top (including unassembled wheels and hardware) and 31.0 lbs. for the bottom for a total of 65.8 lbs. All values are subject to slight changes.
