Skywatcher Mount EQ2
The Skywatcher Mount EQ2 is a manual equatorial mount for stable visual observation and, where the configuration allows, astrophotography. Its mechanical design, drive system and connection standard are summarized below so that the mount can be matched to the telescope or optical instrument.
It is suitable for the applications described below. Payload figures are manufacturer values; for imaging, allow additional reserve for the tube, camera, guider, cables and wind load.
Highlights
- Payload: 4 kg (visual)
- manual fine controls in right ascension and declination; RA-Motor optional
- Vixen/Sky-Watcher-dovetail saddle
- latitudenverstellung and metal setting circles
Technical data
| Mount type: | Manual equatorial mount |
| Payload: | 4 kg (visual) |
| Mount weight: | approx. 7 kg |
| Drive / movement: | manual fine controls in right ascension and declination; RA-Motor optional |
| Saddle / connection: | Vixen/Sky-Watcher-dovetail saddle |
| Tripod / base: | verstellbares aluminium tripod with Ablageplatte |
| Key features: | latitudenverstellung and metal setting circles |
| Package contents: | EQ2-mount, counterweight, aluminium tripod and Bedienwellen |
Practical setup advice
When choosing a mount, consider focal length, tube length, wind load, camera, guiding equipment and all accessories in addition to the nominal payload. For imaging, staying below the visual maximum generally improves tracking and guiding. A level base and careful balancing also make operation smoother.
Package contents
EQ2-mount, counterweight, aluminium tripod and Bedienwellen. Check the exact product variant and the current manufacturer specification before ordering.
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Technical data based on manufacturer and specialist-retailer specifications, checked 22 September 2026. Sky-Watcher EQ2 product data.
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