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Due to the USA–China tariff escalation, we will temporarily not receive additional inventory for Celestron and Sky-Watcher products. As a result, we are unable to accept orders for any out-of-stock items and encourage you to take advantage of the products currently in stock while supplies last.
Due to the USA–China tariff escalation, we will temporarily not receive additional inventory for Celestron and Sky-Watcher products. As a result, we are unable to accept orders for any out-of-stock items and encourage you to take advantage of the products currently in stock while supplies last.

Building on the legacy of Sky-Watcher’s popular EQ8 mount, the EQ8-R introduces a variety of upgrades and enhancements that make observatory-class astrophotography easier than ever.

Whisper-quiet dual belt drives greatly reduce Periodic Error while providing enhanced tracking and guiding. The fully realized cable management system eliminates cable drag and makes remote set-ups ridiculously convenient.

EQ8-R and EQ8-RH optional polar scope

The EQ8-R has an available optional polar scope available, making polar alignment quick and easy

Includes four USB 3.0 ports, three 2.1mm power ports, and three serial ports

Cable management features four USB 3.0 ports, three 2.1mm power ports and three serial ports

Rock-solid, all-metal construction

Rock-solid, all-metal construction delivers a staggering 110 pounds of payload capacity

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