--- product_id: 53081823 title: "EQ6-R Pro" price: "€ 4109.95" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/53081823-eq6-r-pro store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # 42,900+ object database 44 lb payload capacity Whisper-quiet belt-driven motors EQ6-R Pro **Price:** € 4109.95 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌌 Own the night sky with precision and power! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** EQ6-R Pro - **How much does it cost?** € 4109.95 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/53081823-eq6-r-pro) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Heavy-Duty Payload Power:** Robust all-metal frame supports up to 44 pounds, accommodating advanced optical tubes and astrophotography gear with ease. - • **Massive Celestial Library:** Access over 42,900 celestial objects instantly via the SynScan hand controller—never miss a star, nebula, or galaxy again. - • **Effortless Polar Alignment:** Built-in illuminated polar finderscope and intuitive latitude adjustments make setup quick and precise, even in challenging conditions. - • **Precision Tracking Mastery:** Computerized GoTo mount with ultra-accurate belt-driven stepper motors ensures flawless celestial tracking for both visual and astrophotography needs. - • **Seamless Connectivity & Control:** Integrated USB-B port and ST-4 autoguider compatibility enable smooth PC control and advanced astrophotography automation. ## Overview The Sky-Watcher EQ6-R is a fully computerized German equatorial telescope mount featuring whisper-quiet belt-driven stepper motors, a massive 42,900+ object database, and a 44-pound payload capacity. Designed for both visual astronomy and astrophotography, it offers precise GoTo tracking, built-in illuminated polar alignment, and versatile connectivity options including USB-B and autoguider ports. Its rugged all-metal construction and ergonomic carry handle make it a durable, portable powerhouse for serious skywatchers and imaging enthusiasts. ## Description The EQ6-R builds upon the legacy of Sky-Watcher’s popular EQ6 mount delivering the next evolution of the EQ6 family with a platform for better visual and photographic utilization Improved latitude adjustment innovative carry handle accurate belt-driven motors and a built-in DSLR triggering system brings the EQ6-R into the modern age Perfect for Photography The EQ6-R boasts a number of features to aid astrophotographers The built in ST-4 Autoguider port turns this mount into an astrophotography powerhouse allowing you to utilize most of today’s best autoguiders Integrated USB-B port allows for direct connection to PC via user supplied USB-B cable With a weight capacity of 44 pounds the EQ6-R can handily support an optical tube imaging accessories and camera Silent Precise Slewing The EQ6-R Pro uses 64 microstep driven stepper motors Stepper motors are quieter than servo motors providing precise accuracy without the annoying sound of grinding gears 42 000 Object Database Using our proprietary SynScan hand controller the EQ6-R Pro provides a user-friendly interface with a 42 000 object database including complete Messier NGC IC and SAO catalogs The hand controller can also connect to a computer using a USB-B cable enabling computer control with most astronomy programs For the astrophotographers looking to reduce Periodic Error the SynScan hand controller has built-in PEC training that can be configured while in the field Flexible Polar Alignment Sky-Watcher includes an illuminated polar finderscope to aid the polar alignment process The polar scope reticle features a circular grid for the northern hemisphere consistent with today’s popular polar alignment apps For astronomers in the southern hemisphere the constellation Octans is built into the reticle as well Even without a clear view of Polaris the EQ6-R Pro can be polar aligned using our SynScan hand controller Simply choose one of the visible stars listed and use the latitude adjustment screws to center it in the eyepiece Bundle of Accessories As customary with most Sky-Watcher products an assortment of accessories are included with the EQ6-R Pro mount A retractable counterweight bar is built-in providing easier transportation and storage as well as two 11 pound counterweights to virtually balance any payload The EQ6-R Pro features a saddle compatible with both D- and V-style mounting plates giving you the flexibility to use optical tubes even if the mounting plate is different.Slewing Speed: up to 3.4°/sec (800X) Review: A Fantastic Astrophotography Mount, Now with desertcart Financing Options - I have been dying to get a quality go-to mount for astrophotography and have been eyeing this one for a few years now. I was beyond happy to see it on here with desertcart's financing options which for me was better than buying from more specialized dealers. My packages (it comes in two boxes... one for the mount and the other for the tripod) both arrived together and in good condition. In other reviews here on desertcart people described only getting one of the two packages, but that is pretty common no matter who is selling this mount it seems. Regardless, I was happy when I saw the delivery man pull two boxes out of the van (I admit I was watching out my front window for the delivery driver like a kid looking for Santa at Christmas). Once unboxed, everything was easy to put together. Instead of the hand controller, I use my cheap $150 laptop to control the mount with EQMOD, Stellarium, and PHD Guiding (with a guide camera) via an ethernet to USB cable. At some point I will probably upgrade to the ZWO ASIAIR Plus. The EQ6-R Pro is a well known mount with plenty of in-depth reviews on YouTube along with tutorial videos. This is a great go-to mount for its price, payload capacity, durability, and tracking accuracy. In fact, it is probably the best in its class. When properly polar-aligned, and with the use of a guide camera, achieving sub-arcsecond accuracy is easy as long as the payload is within limits. The general rule of thumb for most astrophotography go-to mounts is not to go more than 50-75% of the maximum payload rating. As long as your payload does not weigh more than that, you cannot go wrong buying this mount and it will serve you well for years. I really love the fact this mount has an encoder built in and I can upload my PEC (periodic error correction) information right into the mount (PPEC)... for those who do not know what that means, it means the mount can permanently remember where/when to make certain tracking adjustments and adjust before they happen. (This makes tracking even more accurate) I used PHD Guiding to setup PPEC. There are not a lot of complaints about this model in general. The few common ones generally revolve around the "stiction" from the thick globs of grease used to lubricate the bearings and worm drives. One can feel this when balancing the equipment during setup. There are a number of online tutorials on how to "hypertune" the mount by cleaning off the old grease and applying a better quality lubricant, though, doing so will negate the warranty and are for more advanced users. Another common complaint is that the alt-az screws at the base of the mount that help proper polar alignment can feel awkward and not very smooth, but in the end they do their job. And lastly, for those who will be using this mount in super cold environments and use the hand controller, the LCD display on the controller will stop working if the temperatures fall too low. This is a common problem with telescope hand controllers, though some more expensive mounts do have a heating mechanism behind their controllers to keep the LCD screen working and not freezing. I hope this review helps. Like I said, there are plenty of reviews and tutorials on YouTube on this mount and all it has to offer. Clear Skies! Review: The perfect mount - I’ve had this mount for over a year. It’s perfect! It achieves less than .5 arc seconds guiding accuracy. I love it! ## Features - PRECISE ACCURATE GOTO: Computerized, motorized GoTo German equatorial telescope mount capable of accurately tracking astronomical objects for both visual observing and astrophotography - BELT DRIVEN STEPPER MOTORS provide whisper-quiet slewing with renowned precision and accuracy while virtually eliminating Periodic Error - 44-POUND PAYLOAD: Beefy, all-metal construction provides 44-pound payload capacity, perfect for all but the heaviest optical tubes - BUILT-IN ILLUMINATED POLAR FINDERSCOPE provides quick and easy polar alignment - 42,000plus OBJECT DATABASE: SynScan hand controller with 42,000plus object database will keep even the most experienced astronomer busy for countless observing nights. Tripod Leg Diameter: 2".Power Type: 12V (4 amp minimum). Latitude Range (degrees): May-65. Mounting Saddle Type: D/V - EASY TO TRANSPORT: Built-in handle for easy transportation and quick setup. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #731 in Camera & Photo Products ( See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products ) #60 in Telescope Refractors | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 86 Reviews | ## Images ![EQ6-R Pro - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7136cBjKkLL.jpg) ![EQ6-R Pro - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71IEd1Hg8pL.jpg) ![EQ6-R Pro - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61E8WRaRixL.jpg) ![EQ6-R Pro - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61V5qwOTumL.jpg) ![EQ6-R Pro - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+6AAL39hL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Hi, Can this mount work on a sky-watcher 12 inch collapsible?** A: No. The 12" weighs too much and is too long. This mount has a weight limit of 44 pounds. I've seen people use this mount with 8" class Newtonians, but that is about as big as I would suggest. **Q: I just want to confirm... this is the eq6-r pro, not the older version, correct?** A: Correct. **Q: Is this mount identical to the atlas pro? can you move the head around by hand and the computer keeps up with where it is like the atlas?** A: No it is not. The Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 Pro would be the equivalent of the Atlas Pro with the encoders needed to move telescope by hand and the computer would keep in sync with manual movement, just like the Orion Atlas Pro AZ/EQ-G did. **Q: What's included, tripod? head? couter weights? camera cable?hand controller?** A: Well, the exact opposite just happened to me - received the head but no tripod. Going through the refund. Maybe we can all meet up somewhere and put together a complete mount. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Fantastic Astrophotography Mount, Now with Amazon Financing Options *by B***N on September 12, 2023* I have been dying to get a quality go-to mount for astrophotography and have been eyeing this one for a few years now. I was beyond happy to see it on here with Amazon's financing options which for me was better than buying from more specialized dealers. My packages (it comes in two boxes... one for the mount and the other for the tripod) both arrived together and in good condition. In other reviews here on Amazon people described only getting one of the two packages, but that is pretty common no matter who is selling this mount it seems. Regardless, I was happy when I saw the delivery man pull two boxes out of the van (I admit I was watching out my front window for the delivery driver like a kid looking for Santa at Christmas). Once unboxed, everything was easy to put together. Instead of the hand controller, I use my cheap $150 laptop to control the mount with EQMOD, Stellarium, and PHD Guiding (with a guide camera) via an ethernet to USB cable. At some point I will probably upgrade to the ZWO ASIAIR Plus. The EQ6-R Pro is a well known mount with plenty of in-depth reviews on YouTube along with tutorial videos. This is a great go-to mount for its price, payload capacity, durability, and tracking accuracy. In fact, it is probably the best in its class. When properly polar-aligned, and with the use of a guide camera, achieving sub-arcsecond accuracy is easy as long as the payload is within limits. The general rule of thumb for most astrophotography go-to mounts is not to go more than 50-75% of the maximum payload rating. As long as your payload does not weigh more than that, you cannot go wrong buying this mount and it will serve you well for years. I really love the fact this mount has an encoder built in and I can upload my PEC (periodic error correction) information right into the mount (PPEC)... for those who do not know what that means, it means the mount can permanently remember where/when to make certain tracking adjustments and adjust before they happen. (This makes tracking even more accurate) I used PHD Guiding to setup PPEC. There are not a lot of complaints about this model in general. The few common ones generally revolve around the "stiction" from the thick globs of grease used to lubricate the bearings and worm drives. One can feel this when balancing the equipment during setup. There are a number of online tutorials on how to "hypertune" the mount by cleaning off the old grease and applying a better quality lubricant, though, doing so will negate the warranty and are for more advanced users. Another common complaint is that the alt-az screws at the base of the mount that help proper polar alignment can feel awkward and not very smooth, but in the end they do their job. And lastly, for those who will be using this mount in super cold environments and use the hand controller, the LCD display on the controller will stop working if the temperatures fall too low. This is a common problem with telescope hand controllers, though some more expensive mounts do have a heating mechanism behind their controllers to keep the LCD screen working and not freezing. I hope this review helps. Like I said, there are plenty of reviews and tutorials on YouTube on this mount and all it has to offer. Clear Skies! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The perfect mount *by G***E on January 11, 2026* I’ve had this mount for over a year. It’s perfect! It achieves less than .5 arc seconds guiding accuracy. I love it! ### ⭐ Great product, but bad sales. *by R***. on April 21, 2025* I tried twice to get it from this seller, but both times, I only received the box with the tripod, while the boxes containing the mount were claimed to be lost in transit. Amazon customer service was helpful, but I ended up purchasing from somewhere else. ## Frequently Bought Together - Sky-Watcher EQ6-R – Fully Computerized GoTo German Equatorial Telescope Mount – Belt-driven, Motorized, Computerized Hand Controller with 42,900+ Celestial Object Database - FT232RL USB to RJ45 Serial Converter Control Cable for Skywatcher Telescope EQ6-R AZEQ6 AZEQ5 - Schumacher Electric AC to DC Power Converter, PC-6, 70 Continuous Watts, 140 Peak Watts, 12 Volt DC Accessory Port, Plugs into Household AC Outlets --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.at/products/53081823-eq6-r-pro](https://www.desertcart.at/products/53081823-eq6-r-pro) --- *Product available on Desertcart Austria* *Store origin: AT* *Last updated: 2026-05-14*