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product_id: 53081823
title: "EQ6-R Pro"
brand: "sky-watcher"
price: "S/.15728"
currency: PEN
in_stock: null
reviews_count: 4
url: https://www.desertcart.pe/products/53081823-eq6-r-pro
store_origin: PE
region: Peru
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# 42,900+ celestial objects database 44-pound heavy-duty payload capacity Whisper-quiet belt-driven stepper motors EQ6-R Pro

**Brand:** sky-watcher
**Price:** S/.15728
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🌌 Unlock the universe quietly and precisely—because your stargazing deserves the best.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** EQ6-R Pro by sky-watcher
- **How much does it cost?** S/.15728 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pe](https://www.desertcart.pe/products/53081823-eq6-r-pro)

## Best For

- sky-watcher enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sky-watcher brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Endless Exploration:** SynScan hand controller’s 42,900+ object database fuels your curiosity with countless deep-sky targets.
- • **Silent Slewing Power:** Belt-driven stepper motors deliver whisper-quiet, ultra-smooth movements with near-zero periodic error.
- • **Instant Polar Alignment:** Built-in illuminated polar finderscope makes setup fast and accurate, so you never miss a moment.
- • **Massive Payload Capacity:** Robust all-metal frame supports up to 44 pounds, accommodating a wide range of optical tubes.
- • **Pinpoint Precision Tracking:** Motorized GoTo mount ensures flawless celestial navigation for both visual and astrophotography needs.

## Overview

The Sky-Watcher EQ6-R is a fully computerized German equatorial telescope mount featuring whisper-quiet belt-driven stepper motors, a heavy-duty 44-pound payload capacity, and an illuminated polar finderscope for quick alignment. Its SynScan hand controller offers access to over 42,900 celestial objects, making it ideal for serious astronomers and astrophotographers seeking precision and ease of use.

## Description

Sky-Watcher EQ6-R – Fully Computerized GoTo German Equatorial Telescope Mount – Belt-driven, Motorized, Computerized Hand Controller with 42,900+ Celestial Object Database

## 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.

## Images

![EQ6-R Pro - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7136cBjKkLL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## 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!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing mount for most telescopes up to 8"
*by J***N on October 8, 2019*

I bought this mount so I could drive to dark sites and use 8" imaging OTAs. It's a little heavy at about 40lbs for just the head, but definitely manageable. And the handle really shows it's strength as a travel mount.It doesn't come with a case for the head or the tripod, so if you're driving around with this you'll definitely want one. I found the Pelican 1600 to be a great fit for the head, and tripod bags are pretty cheap. You'll want to carry the counterweights separately because they add another 22 lbs together, and you need both for 8" OTAs.Polar alignment is easy enough, but the pattern in the finder scope isn't oriented vertically unless I rotate the R.A. axis to some weird angle.Overall the mount is quiet, study, and accurate. It's probably the best deal in this weight class.

### ⭐ 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.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-07*