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3 Legged Thing X5 Specifications

  • Tripod: Material

    Carbon fiber

  • Tripod: Leg Stages/Sections

    3 - (29, 26 & 23mm diameters)

  • Tripod: Leg Lock Type

    Evo 2 Double-Break Friction Dial

  • Tripod: Independent Leg Spread

    Yes, 3 positions: 23deg., 55deg. & 80deg.

  • Tripod: Center Brace

    No

  • Tripod: Center Column Type

    Rapid, reversible

  • Tripod: Center Column Sections

    1 - (29mm diameter)

  • Tripod: Head Attachment Fitting

    Reversible 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 screw

  • Head: Type

    Ball head with separate controls for pan lock, ball lock, tension lock and Arca-style clamping

  • Head: Material

    Magnesium alloy

  • Head: Quick Release

    Yes (Arca-style) - plate included

  • Head: Ball Diameter

    1.61" (41 mm)

  • Tripod: Load Capacity

    26.45lbs (12.00kg)

  • Dimensions

    Maximum Height: Tripod: 66.33" (168.5 cm)
    Monopod: 54.13"(137.5 cm)
    Maximum Height w/o Column Extended: 53.54" (136 cm)
    With column removed: 52.67" (133.8 cm)
    Folded Length: 22" (56 cm)
    Minimum Height: Tripod: 5.9" (15 cm)
    Height Monopod: 20.59" (52.3 cm)
    Head:
    Height: 3.66" (93 mm)

  • Weight

    Tripod: 3.67 lb (1.66 kg)
    Monopod: 13.65 oz (387 g)
    Head: 13.68 oz (388 g)

About 3 Legged Thing X5

The 3 Legged Thing x5 Frank Evolution 2 CF Tripod System with AirHed 2 Ball Head (Black) is a stylish and compact travel tripod system, the most stable in 3LT's 29mm Ultra Pro range of tripods. With the ball head attached to the tripod, the system extends from a minimum height of 5.9" to a maximum height of 66.33". Folded down to 22", the x5 Frank is a versatile professional camera support system that fits in most airline carry-on bags.

The x5 Frank's legs are composed of 3LT's Stealth carbon fiber for superbly lightweight strength - the tripod system weighs just 3.67 lb and supports up to 26.45 lb, to accommodate any DSLR with most lenses. One of the tripod legs unscrews to become a monopod. The center column is both removable and reversible to accommodate shooting from the lowest of low angles. Leg angles can be set at three different positions; at their widest and with the column removed, the AirHed 2's camera plate sits only 5.9" from the ground.

The AirHed 2 is a sturdy magnesium alloy ball head that features separate control knobs for pan lock, tilt lock and Arca-style clamping of the included quick-release plate. There's also a tension control built into the tilt-lock knob.

3 Legged Thing X5 Features

  • 8-core Stealth Carbon Fiber legs and 10-core Columns for smoother operation, plus more lateral and torsional strength
  • Re-engineered leg mechanisms, for greater stability, as well as smoother and easier use
  • Bronze anodizing and triple machined magnesium alloy parts for a smoother finish
  • Redesigned AirHed with ultra smooth panning, enlarged locking knob for greater grip and new triple bubble system, lighter and smaller casing
  • One leg transforms into a monopod
  • Includes hook for hanging a counterweight (not included) from the center column, for extra stability in windy conditions

What's in the box:

  • 3 Legged Thing X5 Frank Evolution 2 CF Tripod System
  • AirHed 2
  • AirHed 2 Magnesium Plate
  • Built-In Detachable Monopod
  • Zip-Off Leg Muff
  • Rapid Reversible/Removable Single-Section Center Column
  • Spring Ballast Hook
  • 100mm Magnesium Alloy Extension Tube (29mm diameter)
  • 3LT Tripod Bag With D Rings and Tool/Memory Card/Film Pocket
  • Carry Strap
  • Tools
  • 3 Legged Thing 5 Year Warranty