Sky-Watcher HEQ5-R Mount

Sky-Watcher HEQ5-R Pro Equatorial Mount with Tripod Kit Take your visual astronomy and astrophotography setup to the next level with the Sky-Watcher HEQ5-R Pro GoTo Equatorial Mount, a powerful mid-range platform built for precision, stability, and portability. Designed with a 33-pound payload capacity, this mount is ideal for supporting a wide range of optical tubes, imaging accessories, and balanced astroimaging rigs. The dual-axis belt drive system delivers smooth, quiet, and accurate tracking, helping reduce backlash and vibration during long-exposure astrophotography. Built-in SynScan GoTo technology gives you access to a massive 42,900+ object database, including Messier, NGC, and IC catalog targets. Integrated Wi-Fi control allows untethered operation through the SynScan Pro app, giving modern astronomers a cleaner and more flexible observing experience. Internal motor cable management helps prevent cable snagging, making the HEQ5-R Pro a reliable choice for remote observing and imaging sessions. The sturdy 1.75-inch rolled steel tripod provides a solid foundation while remaining manageable for travel, field sessions, and backyard astronomy. A D/V-style dovetail saddle offers broad compatibility with both Losmandy-style and Vixen-style mounting plates. Selectable tracking modes for sidereal, solar, and lunar observing make this mount ready for planets, deep-sky objects, the Moon, and more. With its compact footprint, rock-solid performance, and advanced GoTo functionality, the HEQ5-R Pro is a serious mount for beginners growing into astrophotography and experienced users building a portable imaging rig. Specifications SKU: S30450 UPC: 810098970907 Mount Type: Equatorial Payload Capacity: 33 lb Mount Head Weight: 26 lb Tripod Weight: 13 lb Fully Assembled Weight: Approximately 66 lb Tripod Leg Diameter: 1.75 in Tripod Height: 33 in retracted / 45.5 in extended Tripod Spread: 39.5 in retracted / 53 in extended Folded Tripod Length: 38.25 in Mounting Saddle: D/V-style dovetail saddle Motor Type: Stepper motors Drive Type: Belt drive RA Gear Size: 74 mm Slewing Speed: Up to 3.4°/sec, 800x Tracking Modes: Sidereal, Solar, Lunar Latitude Range: 5° to 72° GoTo System: Yes GoTo Database: 42,900+ objects Built-In Wi-Fi: Yes PC Connectivity: USB-B 2.0 Guide Port: RJ-12, 6-pin / ST-4 compatible Hand Controller Port: RJ-45, 8-pin Power Ports: 2.1 mm female, 1.5A minimum, quantity 2 Power Requirement: DC 9V to 12.6V Counterweights: Two 11 lb counterweights Counterweight Bar: 11.25 in x 20 mm Counterweight Bar Extension: 7.25 in Shipping Weight, Mount Head Box: 33.7 lb Shipping Dimensions, Mount Head Box: 52 in x 10.2 in x 10.2 in Shipping Weight, Tripod Box: 43.4 lb What's in the box? Sky-Watcher HEQ5-R Pro equatorial mount head Adjustable 1.75-inch rolled steel tripod SynScan V5 hand controller Hand controller cable Hand controller holder Two 11 lb counterweights Counterweight bar 7.25-inch counterweight bar extension Metal accessory tray DC power cord Polarscope illuminator Built-in Wi-Fi module User manual Software and Docs SynScan V5 Hand Controller: Included for direct GoTo alignment, slewing, tracking, and object selection. SynScan Pro App Compatibility: Built-in Wi-Fi allows wireless mount control through the SynScan Pro app. PC Control: USB-B 2.0 connection supports computer-based mount control with compatible software and drivers. Upgradeable Hand Controller: Firmware can be updated through internet downloads. Manual Included: Setup and operating documentation included in the kit.