SkyWatcher 200mm [8 inch] - motorized - truss-tube - auto-tracking - dobsonian telescope. Introducing the Ultimate in Dobsonian design! The patented collapsible FlexTube  system for ultimate convenience & portability, has now been combined with powerful dual-axis motors and encoders in the base unit. Enjoy the luxury of Automatically Slewing and Tracking celestial objects, with the FlexTube’s precision diffraction-limited optics, via easy handset commands.

Sky-Watcher is proud to introduce a revolutionary new collapsible Dobsonian series that allows automatic tracking of celestial objects without complicated set-ups and add-ons—the ultimate in portability and performance.

The elegant truss tube design was carefully engineered to combine ease of use, extreme portability and consistent performance in an affordable package. Unlike other truss tube designs, the SkyWatcher Collapsible Dobsonian does not need to be disassembled between uses. It transports as two compact pieces that can be assembled and ready to use in just seconds! It is easy to collimate once set up, and it holds its collimation throughout the evening! 

The Autotracking Dobsonian features a patented setup method that does not require polar alignment. The dual encoder design allows instant precise tracking of celestial objects: the telescope can be moved by hand whenever the user wishes - but with no need for re-alignment! The Sky-Watcher Autotracking Dobsonian Series combines the convenience and affordability of the traditional Dobsonian with the convenience of accurate real-time motorized tracking.

    •    Direct SLR Camera Connection
    •    3-Point tube locking system, fully retractable
    •    Alt-Azimuth Mount with Accessory Tray and Built-in Heavy-Duty Servo Motors
    •    Auto-Tracking Handset
    •    Choice of 1x, 4x or 8x Sidereal rate speeds in “Tracking-On” mode
    •    Choice of 32x Slow, 64x Medium or 800x High-Speed Slewing in Tracking-Off” mode
    •    Quiet operation
    •    Power Requirement: 12v DC Power Supply (Tip Positive) or LR20 Batteries (not supplied).
    •    77% more Light Gathering than 150mm