It claims to be able to carry a lot of weight, and I am contemplating getting a counterweight kit so that I can use my little 70mm scope on it, but to be honest there are more practical mounts to be had if it is going to be carrying more than a few pounds. I have an elderly Japanese mount that tracks beautifully and can carry several kilos of kit.
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It claims to be able to carry a lot of weight, and I am contemplating getting a counterweight kit so that I can use my little 70mm scope on it, but to be honest there are more practical mounts to be had if it is going to be carrying more than a few pounds. I have an elderly Japanese mount that tracks beautifully and can carry several kilos of kit.