Astro-Physics StarFire 130 GTX “Gran Turismo” + Imaging Kit

For sale is an Astro-Physics StarFire 130 GTX “Gran Turismo” refractor in excellent Mint/Near-mint condition. 

This AP 130 GTX has seen only light, careful use. It has never been modified or disassembled, has always been stored properly in its hard case, and remains in excellent optical and mechanical condition. Optics have no scratches, chips, or coating issues. The tube, hardware, and fittings are all in excellent cosmetic condition.

The AP 130 GTX is one of the most sought-after premium refractors ever produced and is an observatory-grade imaging instrument capable of filling medium format sensors. It offers exceptional color correction, sharpness, and mechanical precision in a highly portable form factor. This is a complete imaging system that can be acquired without delay.

Included with the sale:

Astro-Physics AP 130 GTX Optical Tube Assembly, including:

• AP 130 GTX Travel Dust Caps
  • T13014F-B
  • T13012
• AP 55RING2 Mounting Rings
• Astro-Physics Hard Case and original shipping box
• AP PART#: QRBASEM (Multi-Radius Base for Quick Release Finder Bracket)

Imaging accessories included:

• AP PART#: 13035TCC-2
  Tri-TCC Telecompressor Corrector for the AP 130 GTX
  • Optimized for modern CMOS sensors
  • Operates the 130 GTX at f/5.0 (0.79× compression)
  • Includes AP PART#: EXT327-22.1 spacer for correct back-focus spacing
• AP PART#: 13035FF-3
  3.5" Prime Focus Field Flattener for the AP 130 GTX
  • Includes AP PART#: EXT327-17.0 spacer for proper spacing

This configuration provides a complete, properly spaced imaging setup for the AP 130 GTX using either the Tri-TCC or the field flattener.

Condition

• Optics are clean and excellent
• Mechanics operate smoothly and precisely
• No functional issues
• No surprises

Reason for selling

I am remaining active in astronomy, but reallocating this set of funds toward technical diving equipment and a future SSA observatory.