The EQ8R is a powerhouse mount from Sky-Watcher with large load capabilities for the largest of astrographs and telescopes.  It's an observatory class mount with a payload of  110lbs and offers exceptional guiding and tracking.  The mounts come in a variety of options whether you want encoders on one, both, or no axis.

Product Description:

Building on the legacy of Sky-Watcher’s popular EQ8 mount, the EQ8-R S30601 introduces a variety of upgrades and enhancements that make observatory-class astrophotography easier than ever. Upgrades include a more streamlined design with balanced motor positioning, a sleek thru-mount cable management system and repositioned power hub with a more ergonomic feel to your setup and workflow. Also included are internal USB hub, larger saddle knobs for ease of use in cold weather, homing sensors to keep your mount oriented, physical hard stop to prevent cable snap, larger locking levers for ease of use, thread-on aircraft power connector for a secure connection, PC direct control, PPEC training for tack sharp images, and more!

Whisper-quiet dual belt drives greatly reduce periodic error while providing enhanced tracking and guiding. Gears measuring over eight inches in diameter help handle large payloads and provide smooth tracking. The fully realized cable management system eliminates cable drag and makes remote setups ridiculously convenient.

Product Features:

For users already familiar with previous Sky-Watcher mounts, the EQ8-R is a substantial upgrade, but with familiar features that will help dampen the learning curve. This is an observatory-class mount designed to be controlled PC Direct or even completely remote and yet, the EQ8-R can still be run by the tried-and-true SynScan V5 hand controller with a 42,000+ object database. Two large carrying handles make set up and takedown less awkward. Other features include a super sturdy adjustable portable pier tripod, D-style dovetail saddle, two 22-pound counterweights, DC power cord, and built-in USB PC control.

Product Specifications:

• Mount Type: High-capacity motorized equatorial (EQ)
• Tripod: Heavy-duty pier tripod
• GoTo: Yes
• Payload Capacity (lbs): 110
• Mount Head Height (head by itself): 19.5"
• Mount Head Weight (lbs): 56.8"
• Mount with Tripod max height: 58.625"
• Mount with Tripod min height: 49.75"
• Tripod max height (no mount head): 39.125"
• Tripod min height (no mount head): 30.25"
• Tripod leveling pads min height: 4"
• Tripod Weight (lbs): 64.8
• Tripod Leg Diameter: 2.36"
• Mounting Saddle Type: D-style
• Power Type: DC11~16V, 3 amp
• Cable management: Four USB 3.0 ports, Three 2.1mm power ports, Three serial connections
• Polar Scope: Sold seperately
• Latitude Range (degrees): 10° to 65°

System Information:

• Object Database: Complete Messier, NGC, IC and SAO catalogs, 25 user defined objects, total 42,900 objects
• Controller: SynScan hand controller, flash upgradeable, or PC direct
• Alignment Procedures: One-, two- and three-star alignment
• Slew Speeds: 1000x, 800x, 600x, 400x, 200x, 32x, 16x, 8x, 2x, 1x
• WiFi: Optional WiFi dongle
• GPS: Optional SynScan GPS sold separately
• Included Weights: 22lbs (two)
• Motor Type: 0.9° hybrid stepper motor
• Drive System: Belt