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The GPD2 equatorial mount is the stronger and heftier of the GP mounts. With its solid steel R. A. and Declination axes and brass worm gears this mount will hold up to years of heavy use. In order to assure accurate tracking for astrophotography the worm, gears are especially machined to a very high precision that minimizes periodic error. The GPD2 holds almost 50% more weight than the GP2 and comes standard with tripod and counterweight. It is easy to use and functions well for both the visual observer and astrophotography. Motion is controlled by included control knobs for accurate slewing. The polar altitude adjustment varies from 0° to 62° in altitude.MOUNT SPECIFICATIONS 144 Tooth Brass Worm gear in RA and Dec machined to 1/2000mm of precision, Axes Made of Steel for Strength and Durability Full Height Tripod operating range from 25.25 to 38.75 Includes slow motion handles for easy tracking Mount, Tripod and Counterweight Weight: 46.3 lbs Mount Capacity: 50 Lbs Includes 1-4.2 lb and 1-8.2 lb Counterweight Includes Polar Axis Finder and Setting Circles Universal GP Plate receiver allows many telescopes to mount Optional: Drive Motors |