Sky-Watcher EQ-AL55i GoTo Mount Head with Tripod

BH #SKS30515 • MFR #S30515
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Sky-Watcher EQ-AL55i GoTo Mount Head with Tripod
Key Features
  • Motorized Computer-Controlled EQ Mount
  • 22-Pound Payload Capacity
  • Built-In Polar Alignment Scope
  • Controlled with SynScan Pro App
Designed for observers and imagers, the Sky-Watcher EQ-AL55i GoTo Mount Head with Tripod delivers the smooth movement and tracking required for long-exposure astrophotography. The equatorial design and built-in polar alignment scope allow for fast and precise alignment with the capability to track along the right ascension axis and avoid the field rotation that altazimuth mounts suffer from, maintaining the subject's orientation throughout the exposure period. The brain of the mount is SynScan navigation, with an internal database of more than 42,900 celestial objects, multiple daytime and nighttime alignment-assistance procedures, deep-sky tours, and updatable firmware, controlled by the SynScan Pro app.
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Sky-Watcher AL-EQ55i Overview

Designed for observers and imagers, the Sky-Watcher EQ-AL55i GoTo Mount Head with Tripod delivers the smooth movement and tracking required for long-exposure astrophotography. The equatorial design and built-in polar alignment scope allow for fast and precise alignment with the capability to track along the right ascension axis and avoid the field rotation that altazimuth mounts suffer from, maintaining the subject's orientation throughout the exposure period. The brain of the mount is SynScan navigation, with an internal database of more than 42,900 celestial objects, multiple daytime and nighttime alignment-assistance procedures, deep-sky tours, and updatable firmware, controlled by the SynScan Pro app.

  • German equatorial design for smoother and more accurate tracking
  • 22-pound payload capacity, excluding counterweights
  • Dual-axis tracking
  • Vixen-style dovetail saddle is compatible with a wide variety of OTAs
  • Built-in polar alignment scope for precision polar alignment—important for long-exposure astrophotography
  • Hand controller, guider, SNAP ports
  • USB-C port for computer connection
  • Includes 7.5 lb and 4 lb counterweights
  • Adjustable-height steel tripod with tray
UPC: 810098970402

Sky-Watcher AL-EQ55i Specs

Key Specs
Mount Type
German Equatorial
GoTo Capability
Yes
Payload Capacity
22 lb / 10 kg
Motor
Dual Axis
Power Source
AC Adapter with Power Brick
Mounting
To Tripod/Base: Vixen-Type Saddle
GPS
No
Wireless
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
Weight
8.2 lb / 3.7 kg (Mount Head)
11.5 lb / 5.2 kg (Tripod)
Mount
Mount Type
German Equatorial
GoTo Capability
Yes
Payload Capacity
22 lb / 10 kg
Motor
Dual Axis
Altitude Adjustment
Yes
Latitude Adjustment
0 to 80°
Declination Adjustment
Yes
Right Ascension Adjustment
Yes
Counterweight
1x 3.9 lb / 1.8 kg
1x 7.7 lb / 3.5 kg
Polar Axis Scope
Yes (Built In)
Tripod
Height Adjustment Range
45 to 58" / 114.3 to 147.3 cm
Leg Diameter
1.75" / 4.45 cm
Leg Sections
1
Folded Length
39" / 99.1 cm
General
Power Source
AC Adapter with Power Brick
Input Power
12 VDC at 4 A
Inputs / Outputs
RS-232/RS-422, USB-C
Mounting
To Tripod/Base: Vixen-Type Saddle
GPS
No
Wireless
Wi-Fi / Bluetooth
Dimensions
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Weight
8.2 lb / 3.7 kg (Mount Head)
11.5 lb / 5.2 kg (Tripod)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
43 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
40 x 19 x 9"

Sky-Watcher AL-EQ55i Reviews

Good beginners mount

By Kevin
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-05-25

Great beginner to intermediate mount. Primary using for planets and nebulae. It tracks very well and easy to use, not so complicated. Very nice polar alignment finder, easy to polar align. Not so heavy and well built. It also work well with asiair but also without. It able to handle small to medium scope with all the extra gear attached. It’s a Eq mount and not made for alt az, but can use some what with drawbacks. Good price for what you get. Would be nice to have the hand controller included. Also consider buying the pier extender. Over all it’s a decent mount and have not really had any major problems.

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