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product_id: 133592369
title: "Orion AstroView EQ Mount & EQ-3M Motor Drive Kit"
brand: "orion"
price: "A$392"
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reviews_count: 5
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# 12 lbs capacity Motorized tracking Tool-free setup Orion AstroView EQ Mount & EQ-3M Motor Drive Kit

**Brand:** orion
**Price:** A$392
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🌌 Elevate Your Stargazing Game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Orion AstroView EQ Mount & EQ-3M Motor Drive Kit by orion
- **How much does it cost?** A$392 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/133592369-orion-astroview-eq-mount-and-eq-3m-motor-drive-kit)

## Best For

- orion enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted orion brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Quick Setup:** Removable dovetail plate for fast, tool-free telescope attachment.
- • **Portable Power:** Weighs only 28.8 lbs, perfect for on-the-go astronomy.
- • **Stellar Support:** Robust equatorial mount for telescopes up to 12 lbs.
- • **Smooth Operation:** Designed for seamless movement, enhancing your viewing experience.
- • **Celestial Tracking:** Automatic motorized tracking for effortless stargazing.

## Overview

The Orion AstroView EQ Mount & EQ-3M Motor Drive Kit is a premium equatorial mount designed for telescopes weighing up to 12 lbs. It features a motorized tracking system for effortless celestial observation, a removable dovetail plate for quick setup, and a lightweight design at 28.8 lbs, making it ideal for both novice and experienced astronomers.

## Description

Whether you're looking to upgrade from your present telescope mount or are seeking a more robust, motorized equatorial system for a new telescope, you can't go wrong with the smooth-moving, sturdy Orion AstroView EQ and EQ-3M Motor Drive Kit. The AstroView Equatorial (EQ) Mount head has a convenient dovetail attachment saddle that makes it easy to attach telescopes or swap between more than one telescope without having to hassle with tools. An 8" long dovetail attachment plate is included in case your telescope isn't equipped with one. The AstroView Mount can support telescopes weighing up to 12 pounds and has enclosed worm gears, an azimuth adjustment, and dual manual slow-motion controls. A hinged center brace adds stability to the adjustable aluminum tripod, and a high-walled accessory tray makes for a great storage spot for eyepieces, Barlow lenses, filters, and more while you're stargazing. Attach the included EQ-3M Telescope Drive's precision mini-motor onto the AstroView EQ Mount to track celestial objects automatically. This single-axis motor drive will make observing easier and more fun, since you won't have to hassle with periodically centering an object in your telescope eyepiece's field-of-view. The EQ-3M Single-Axis Telescope Drive provides regulated sidereal-rate tracking in right ascension. The included electronic handheld controller has 8x speed and pause mode controls.

## Features

- A value-packed combination of the Orion AstroView Equatorial Mount and EQ-3M Single-Axis Telescope Motor Drive
- The smooth-moving, sturdy AstroView mount provides a robust equatorial support system for any telescope weighing up to 12 lbs.
- The precision EQ-3M mini-motor attaches to the AstroView Equatorial Mount for automatic, motorized tracking of celestial objects
- Modern equatorial mount head design features removable dovetail plate for quick attachment of a telescope without using tools, and an 8" long dovetail plate is included
- Weighs 28.8 lbs.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
| Brand | Orion |
| Part number | 27175 |
| Telescope Mount Description | Equatorial Mount |
| Focus type | Manual Focus |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Orion
- **Eye piece lens description:** Barlow
- **Telescope mount description:** Equatorial Mount
- **Focus type:** Manual Focus
- **Item weight:** 0.01 Ounces
- **Manufacturer:** Orion
- **UPC:** 759270271756

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Has anyone used this mount successfully for long exposure astrophotography?**
A: We recommend using a Go-To system for long-exposure astrophotography, as this will compensate for the apparent movement of the sky.

**Q: Can this mount track the sun?**
A: the mount I have has the single axis drive which should move my scope in the direction of the earth's rotation in order to keep any celestial object in view. If you want to take timed exposures of any star, planet or relatively stationary object in the sky, not satellites, comets, asteroids... this mount should allow that. tracking an object accurately whether it is the sun, another star, the moon, planets, comets .... you may need a double axis drive with more extensive object database capabilities than what I have. Mine rotates the scope at a set speed in either direction, but is a drive only, no computerized database (go-to drive).

**Q: Does this come with a Dslr camera mount ?**
A: If you want to connect your DSLR to this mount, you'll need a proper Vixen style adapter to provide you with a 1/4-20" threaded post to connect to your camera. The adapter is here: http://www.amazon.com/Orion-7388-4-Inch-Adapter-Telescope/dp/B0000XMYFQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1456327477&sr=1-1&keywords=orion+1%2F4-20

**Q: I'm assuming you can, but better to ask...can you mount a dslr to this as well as telescopes?**
A: Dear Mr. Holmes, yes you can mount a DSLR on the Orion AstroView EQ mount via the 1/4"-20 Adapter for Orion Telescope Mounts Item #  07388.  Since DSLRs are usually lighter weight than a telescope you may need a lighter weight counterweight.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 







  
  
    Excellent quality for the price
  

*by D***Y on Reviewed in the United States on 19 September 2022*

Solid! I adapted a mount for my Telestar 114mm x 1000mm scope and it works beautifully.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 







  
  
    Solid mount head
  

*by J***K on Reviewed in the United States on 29 August 2019*

I needed to retire my old EQ2 mount, which had finally worn out after nearly ten years of monthly star parties and other excursions.  I found that while I couldn't get a replacement EQ2, I could upgrade to an EQ3, which is what the Orion AstroView EQ actually is.  Those who know the Celestron CG-4 will immediately recognize the Orion AstroView EQ as its design is nearly identical.  It is solid and smooth, and the only reason I rated it 4 starts instead of 5 is that the RA clutch sits in a somewhat awkward position, and with the motor attached, manual fine tuning is not possible the way it is on the EQ2, which has a thumb plate to disengage the motor if needed.  But this is really just a matter of personal preference and in no way detracts from the effectiveness of this mount.  After all, a new mount you have to get used to is a whole lot better than an old mount that was starting to fall apart. I'm entirely satisfied with this mount, and may even look for a backup mount for my ED80.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 







  
  
    Seems solid so far.
  

*by B***D on Reviewed in the United States on 28 August 2020*

When it comes to telescope mounts $300 won't buy you much these days.  I am happy with the Orion EQ-3M so far.  For the money it seems fairly solid.  I will try to be cautious with the leg adjustment screws because with all the lower price tripods that is the weak point.  All else seems good for now.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-19*