Designed as a more advanced starter scope, the Carson Optical RedPlanet 90mm f/11 EQ Refractor Telescope is a complete observational platform for making detailed observations of the moon, viewing planets, or comet hunting. Its manual equatorial mount, when properly polar aligned, can easily track objects using the slow-motion cables with reduced vibrations, and easy-to-read setting circles aid in speeding up celestial navigation to known coordinates. The entire rig assembles and breaks down without the need for tools, so users can set up fast and get observing sooner.

This version of the RedPlanet comes with two eyepieces that yield high and low magnifications and a 90° diagonal that sports an integrated erecting prism to correct images and allow the scope to be used as a conventional spotting scope for terrestrial use. The diagonal also places the user's head in a more comfortable position, especially when the optical tube assembly (OTA) is pointed high overhead. An adjustable-height aluminum tripod supports the mount and optical tube and comes with a center tray that conveniently holds accessories while improving stability and reducing vibrations.