With a weight capacity of 44 pounds, the beefy and thoughtfully designed Sky-Watcher EQ6-Ri Pro WiFi Computerized Equatorial Mount is just the thing for amateur astronomers and astrophotographers who use all but the largest telescope optical tube assemblies (OTAs).

The stepper motors and belt drives provide accurate, reliable, and quiet finding and tracking, with slewing speeds of up to 3.4-degrees/second. Other features and accessories include a counterweight shaft that retracts into the body of the mount for easier portability, two 11-pound counterweights to balance the mount against the payload, an illuminated polar scope, as well as a dual D/V-style mounting plate.

You’ll really like thoughtful features such as the EQ6-R Pro dual saddle plate that will accept either Vixen- or Losmandy-style dovetails. A built-in carry handle near the polar scope will make transporting and setting up the EQ6Ri Pro Wi-Fi mount much easier, as will the retractable counterweight shaft. Many telescope mount manufacturers do not include a polar scope on their mid-weight equatorial mounts, but not Sky-Watcher! They have included a built-in illuminated polar scope to help make polar alignment a breeze.

The Sky-Watcher EQ6-Ri Pro mount sits on a very sturdy tripod, with 2" diameter stainless steel legs, a tripod spreader plate with cut-outs for eyepiece storage, and tripod feet that will snuggle into the dirt or grass. The EQ6-Ri Pro also comes with two 11-lb. counterweights, and a thread-on power cable.

Wi-Fi Dongle for Wireless Connectivity

The included Wi-Fi adapter allows for wireless operation via the SynScan Pro app, compatible with both Android and iOS devices (sold separately). This app includes access to a database of over 42,900 objects, including the complete Messier, NGC, and IC catalogs. The integrated USB port also allows for wired, direct control from a PC.

Onboard Ports Expand Functionality

Onboard ports allow for expanded functionality: Autoguider and Hand Controller/Wifi ports, a USB port for direct PC connection, and a SNAP port for programmable DSLR exposures.

Adjustable, Steel Tripod

The steel tripod with adjustable, 2" diameter legs provide a stable foundation for the mount and up to 44 pounds of payload gear.