Because it captures large amounts of light, a Dobsonian telescope is an ideal workhorse for deep-sky enthusiasts and a great instrument for getting highly detailed views of our planetary neighbors.
  Although the size of these telescopes can appear daunting, the truss tube structure is made from aluminum for maximum rigidity with a minimum of mass. These telescopes can be broken down and transported easily even in small cars and reassembled within minutes without tools. The combination of big altitude wheels and an optimized aluminum-sandwich construction allows for small movements even at high magnifications.