The 3 Legged Thing X5 Frank Evolution 2 CF Tripod System w/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.
| General | |
|---|---|
| Load Capacity | 26.45 lb (12 kg) |
| Head Attachment Fitting | Reversible 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 screw |
| 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) |
| Minimum Height |
Tripod: 5.9" (15 cm) Monopod: 20.59" (52.3 cm) |
| Folded Length | 22" (56 cm) |
| Weight |
Tripod: 3.67 lb (1.66 kg) Monopod: 13.65 oz (387 g) |
| Legs | |
|---|---|
| Material | Carbon fiber |
| Leg Stages/Sections | 3 - (29, 26 & 23mm diameters) |
| Leg Lock Type | Evo 2 Double-Break Friction Dial |
| Independent Leg Spread | Yes, 3 positions: 23°, 55° & 80° |
| Spiked/Retractable Feet | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Center Brace | No |
| Center Column | |
|---|---|
| Center Column Type | Rapid, reversible |
| Center Column Sections | 1 - (29mm diameter) |
| Head | |
|---|---|
| Head Type | Ball head with separate controls for pan lock, ball lock, tension lock, and Arca-style clamping |
| Material | Magnesium alloy |
| Quick Release | Yes (Arca-style) – plate included |
| Ball Diameter | 1.61" (41 mm) |
| Height | 3.66" (93 mm) |
| Weight | 13.68 oz (388 g) |