Ideal for long-exposure astrophotography and imaging, Losmandy's G11GT Equatorial GoTo Mount provides users with a powerful platform built to support and move larger optical tube assemblies (OTAs) and gear with precision. With a total payload capacity of 75 pounds, excluding counterweights, and a unique 360° rotating declination axis, the G11GT can precisely track the more than 40,000 objects in its database for extended periods of time without vibration and the need for the time-consuming "meridian flip" that is common with many equatorial mounts.

All hardware is made of stainless steel to handle the weight as well as resist wear over years of use, while a dual dovetail saddle will accept the common Vixen-style plates and the larger Losmandy D-style plates. Its dual axis DC servo motors are smoother and more precise than the more common stepper-type motors and are reversible for use in the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. This version of the G11GT comes with a heavy-duty adjustable-height tripod. Made of machined aluminum, it has a black anodized finish that matches the mount head, has a height range from 33 to 52 inches, and weighs a hefty 35 pounds for stability and superior vibration reduction.

The brain of the G11GT system is Losmandy's Gemini 2 computer hand controller. Equipped with a 40,000+ object database and updatable via the Internet, it sports a full-color display, an intuitive user interface, and an Ethernet 10/100 port for remote PC control. It features Periodic Error Correction (PEC) and declination-axis backlash correction to improve tracking accuracy and precision, with smooth tracking over long periods of time. Alignment assistance is available by selecting at least two bright stars, with the option of aligning to more stars for improved GoTo and tracking accuracy as desired. Multiple guide, slew, and tracking rates allow it to be easily aligned and manually controlled, and to accurately track near- and deep-sky objects. A non-volatile memory and real-time clock preserve settings, including the backlash correction and PEC, when the system is turned off and power disconnected.

Motorized Computer-Controlled EQ Mount    75-Pound Total Payload Capacity    Precision Dual-Axis Servo Motors    Gemini 2 GoTo Hand Controller    40,000+ Object Database    Multi-Star Assisted Alignment    Permanent PEC, Dec Backlash Compensation    Multiple Slew, Tracking, Guiding Rates    Dual Losmandy/Vixen Dovetail Saddle    Heavy-Duty Adjustable-Height Tripod

• Machined aluminum and stainless steel
• Scratch-resistant and reflection-limiting black anodized finish
• All stainless steel hardware resists wear
• 75-pound payload capacity to handle large OTAs and accessories
• Altitude adjustment range: 12-70° with locking tangent arm
• Laser-engraved latitude scale in 2° increments
• Single knob azimuth control with ±10° travel
• Dual X-Y axis bull's-eye bubble levels
• Dual dovetail saddle accepts large Losmandy D-style or standard Vixen-style plates
• Removable 1.25"-diameter stainless steel counterweight shaft with 21-pound counterweight
• Tiltable control panel for easy access
• Disassembles into two parts for easier transport: RA module weighs 44 pounds, dec module weighs 18 pounds for a total weight of 62 pounds
• Optional Northern Hemisphere polar alignment scope
• 12-18 VDC, 500mA power requirement

Motor:

• Dual-axis DC servo motors
• ±0.5 arcsec resolution
• Reversible motors for use in Northern and Southern Hemispheres

• Stainless steel hardware
• Variable-slip clutches for manual use

• Brass worm wheel
• Worm gear: 6.75" diameter, 270 tooth, 7075 aluminum
• 5.062"-diameter needle thrust bearings, 3.5" sealed ball bearings, 3.1" sealed worm gear ball bearings

• 360° dec axis rotation allows for continuous tracking through the meridian without requiring a time-consuming "meridian flip"
• One 3.750"-diameter needle thrust bearing, one 2" needle thrust bearing, two 1.5" needle bearings
• 5.625"-diameter, 360 tooth, 7075 aluminum worm gear
• Dual supported ball bearings, brass worm wheel
• 1.25" stainless steel shaft

• Full-color graphic touch screen clearly displays all functions
• 40,000+ object database
• Multi-star alignment assistance; requires at least two stars for initial alignment with option for more stars to improve alignment, GoTo, and tracking precision
• Tracking rates: Sidereal, Solar, Lunar, King's
• Periodic Error Correction (PEC) improves tracking precision over time
• Declination backlash compensation allows users to program out intrinsic play between gears for smoother and more precise tracking
• Northern and Southern Hemisphere modes
• Auto-guider port
• Control panel dimmer
• Non-volatile memory and real-time clock preserve settings when turned off and power disconnected
• Ethernet 10/100 with full IP function permits operation from anywhere using a browser, ASCOM, or app over the web or serial port
• Supported languages: English, German, French, and Spanish
• Ships with Level 6 firmware, upgradable via Internet
• Dual 12-18 VDC input/output (3.0A) for accessories

• Database:
• Solar system: Planets, Sun, Moon
• Bright Star List (BSL)
• Named constellations and stars
• IC catalog
• Lynds' Catalog of Bright Nebulae
• Lynds' Catalog of Dark Nebulae
• Messier Catalog
• NGC Catalog
• Strasbourg-ESO Catalogue of Galactic Planetary Nebulae
• Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory Star Catalog
• Sharpless Catalog 2
• Southern constellations and stars
• Washington Double Star Catalog
• User defined

• Maximum payload capacity: Carries up to 425 pounds
• Machined aluminum with scratch-resistant black anodized finish
• Adjustable height from 33 to 52" to accommodate a variety of users and viewing positions
• Independently adjustable leg angle with position locks
• Large locking knobs for leg sections enable the legs to be firmly set in place even when wearing gloves
• Large and heavy construction to provide stability and vibration reduction
• Folded completely with legs fully retracted: 39 x 14 x 14"
• Weight: 35 pounds

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this the newer model which includes a USB A port for direct PC connection (by passing the hand controller)?

A: This is Sky-Watcher product # s30300 as per Sky-Watcher website: https://www.skywatcherusa.com/products/eq6-r-pro

Q: 2. does this come with the 110V power adapter? Or do you have to purchase a separate power supply adapter?

A: The Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial GoTo Mount with Tripod Kit BH #SKEQ6RV2 • MFR #S30300 dose not come with an AC adapter

Q: 3. does this come with the 110v power adapter?

A: The Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial GoTo Mount with Tripod Kit BH #SKEQ6RV2 • MFR #S30300 does not come with an AC adapter.

Q: 4. Are the motors tucked in this version?

A: The motor and gears of the Losmandy G-11 GFT are internal.

Q: 5. Can it be mounted on CGEM tripod?

A: I don't think so and I don't know why you would want to. It's going to perform best as a complete design. The legs that come with it are rock solid and the it has individual bubble levels for E/W and N/S instead of one of those maddening 'central bubble' levels on my other mount.Also, if you're going to use the Gemini 2 control system, the mounting bracket for that is on the top part of the tripod legs.

Q: 6. Is this the regular HEQ5 or the HEQ5 PRO?

A: This is the information from Sky-Watcher website. No mention of the word pro. https://www.skywatcherusa.com/products/heq5-mount

Q: 7. Does it come with a polar alignment scope or is that purchased separately?

A: The Celestron CGEM II GoTo German Equatorial Mount with Tripod (B&H # CECGEMIICMK) does not include the polar alignment scope; it is an optional accessory: the Celestron Polar Axis Finderscope, B&H # CEFSPA (https://bit.ly/4ecS8EY).

Q: 8. What AC Power adapter is recommended? The B&H #SKACDCPA listed in the Accessories has no meaningful specs, while the Mount does

A: The Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial GoTo Mount with Tripod Kit comes with a DC power cable (cigarette lighter) so you can power it from a car or a Celestron Power Tank. The Sky-Watcher AC/DC Power Adapter (BH #SKACDCPA ) converts the included DC cord for use in a household AC outlet.

Q: 9. Is the tripod section on this mount the same tripod as is used in the Celestron VX Advanced mount?

A: No the Celestron CGEM II Tripod that comes with the Celestron CGEM II GoTo German Equatorial Mount is not the same tripod that comes with the Celestron Advanced VX GoTo German Equatorial Mount.

Q: 10. Is there a case that will fit the head unit without the tripod

A: Probably one of the Pelican trunk cases. depending on the head dimensions only.