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Key Features
- Cross-Application Heavy-Duty Tripod
- Suitable for Cranes and Standard Uses
- Upgradeable for Use on Dolly Tracks
- 100mm Bowl
The Kessler Crane K-Pod Tripod is a heavy-duty 100mm bowl system weighing a sturdy 22 lb and offering a 500 lb load capacity. It's designed to be suitable for cranes and standard tripod applications and is upgradeable for use on dolly tracks. A good choice for a head is the Kessler Crane Hercules 2.0, which supports a 150 lb payload.
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What are the length and width of the tripod when ...
What are the length and width of the tripod when deployed? I would like to know what sized platform area the tripod takes up.
The Kessler Crane K-Pod Tripod System has a five foot spread when it is fully extended.
Date published: 2024-03-31
Can you please tell me, is it possible to clamp a ...
Can you please tell me, is it possible to clamp a Super Clamp to the tripod legs? (For example: The Manfrotto 035RL which has a jaw opening of 2.1"). In advance, thank you for your help with this.
Yes that is possible. We even recommend this Impact Super Clamp with Ratchet Handle, B&H # IMCC106R, which also has a 2.1" opening.
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Date published: 2019-02-25
What are the dimensions when closed with the ...
What are the dimensions when closed with the wheels attached? Looks amazing but might be too bulky and wide/thick
The Kessler Crane K-Pod Tripod System has a Folded Dimension of 39" x 10.75" x 10" and weight is 22lbs. With dolly attached it would add about 5 inches.
Date published: 2023-03-25
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can I mount the Manfrotto 509HD on here and still be able to mount the Kessler Crane KC-12 on top of the manfrotto head?
You should be able to mount any bowl head to the kpod with the right accessories. I don't have the kc-12, but I assume as long as the kc-12 has 1/4 or 3/8 mounting holes it should work with your manfrotto. That being said, I don't think you'll be satisfied with the setup as your manfrotto head won't be able to take on that much load. Crane + Camera + Counterweights would certainly go over the 29lb capacity of that head.
Date published: 2018-08-25
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How do I mount the Kessler crane on this tripod?
Either by using a Hercules Head which is recommended due to the sheer weight the crane and camera setup... Or by buying just a 100mm ball kit and then mounting your crane directly to the K-pod. I have not attempted this but it should work.
Date published: 2020-06-13
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How is it moving the tripod? The listed 22 pound weight feels like it's going to be a real pain to move around a set or location.
Add the wheels and it's actually quite easy, very sturdy.
Date published: 2018-08-25