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Benro FGP18A Go Plus 4-Section Aluminum Travel Tripod

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Benro FGP18A Go Plus 4-Section Aluminum Travel Tripod
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 22 lb
  • Max Height: 60.6"
  • Min Height: 14.6"
  • Folded Length: 18.1"
The FGP18A Go Plus from Benro is an aluminum, 4-section tripod which offers a variety of studio-support amenities in a compact, travel-tripod design.
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Benro FGP18A Overview

The FGP18A Go Plus from Benro is an aluminum, 4-section tripod which offers a variety of studio-support amenities in a compact, travel-tripod design.

Sporting an impressive strength-to-weight ratio, the FGP18A can support up to 22 lb while weighing just 3.5 lb. Usable at either full height or ground level, the tripod can extend up to a maximum height of 60.6" or be lowered down to a minimum height of just 14.6". Its compact and travel-friendly design can be directly attributed to the reverse folding legs which break the tripod down to just 18.1" in length.

Each of the tripod's legs features a 4-section design allowing for the optional deployment of different leg sections to achieve varying heights. The legs also utilize Benro's sealed twist-locks which help to resist dust and moisture. One of the legs, marked with a blue ring, can also be joined with the center column to form a monopod - a useful feature for shooting in environments where tripods may not be permitted. The center column also features a unique lateral arm function which allows the column to tilt horizontally and lock in a wide range of different angles and positions.

The tripod's top plate features a standard 3/8"-16 mounting screw ideal for attaching most common tripod heads. Additionally, the FGP18A includes a carrying case and a set of interchangeable spiked feet for increased stability in dirt, sand, mud, and snow.

Benro FGP18A Specs

Material of Construction
Aluminum
Maximum Height
60.6" (154 cm)
Maximum Height w/o Column Extended
49.6" (126 cm)
Minimum Height
14.6" (37 cm)
Folded Length
18.1" (46 cm)
Load Capacity
22 lb (10 kg)
Leg Sections
4
Leg Lock Type
Twist
Independent Leg Spread
Yes
Center Column Sections
1
Center Column Type
Rapid, Lateral
Center Brace
No
Spiked Feet
Yes
Head Mount Thread Size
3/8"-16
Base Diameter
1.7" (44.7 mm)
Weight
3.5 lb (1.6 kg)
Monopod
Maximum Height
64.8" (164.5 cm)
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5.85 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
20 x 5.9 x 5.5"

Benro FGP18A Reviews

Love it

By Thomas M
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-08

Great price for legs at $120 US. Love that it can convert to a monopod with little effort and the tripod configuration is very sturdy. Honestly the savings versus CF is worth it since you're adding very little weight going with aluminum

Great light tripod

By Gabor
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-12-10

If you are backpacking, weight matters. This Benro tripod is perfect for the trip.

Versatile and Mobile

By Joshua
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-07-15

Huge upgrade for me. the twisting locks on the legs make setting up a breeze. Then it shrinks down to a size that can be strapped to a bag or bike. I was mainly interested in the horizontal arm, which makes macro and overhead shots a lot easier. It comes with a pretty nice bag that most people won’t use as well. You’ll need to buy a separate head if you aren’t upgrading from a previous tripod, so keep that price in mind.

Good product. Need 1/4 adapter for mirrorless camera or GoPr

By Haoyue
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2020-06-20

Good Quality. The center leg helps to horizontally tilt so that you can shoot from the top point view. Notice that the head is 3/8, so for most camera nowadays that uses 1/4 head, you need an adapter.

First review

By Keiichiro
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-05-31

I usually don't write review, first time I felt like I would like to write a review. 1 - very goo twist lock with nice function for the right price and weight. After comparing with all the major brand in hand, I went for this one for my everyday mid/compact photo tripod. 2 - I recently broke one of the connector by tripping it very badly. Even though i wasn't expecting a free repair or replacement, customer support reply to my right away on my email. And send me the replacement part without no questions right away. Don't had many customer support where i just felt thankful, and felt really good to have chosen this product and the brand. Really good product as well, and I cannot find any other product I like to replace with yet even for the double the price range.

Nice tripod for whatever use

By King
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-05-28

It’s solid and easy. So far so good

travel tripod

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-03-15

excellent travel tripod, everything you would want

Sturdy, versatile, and worth it

By Liam
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-12-24

This tripod is easy to use and can be adapted to suit your myriad needs. Hands down the best tripod I've owned in a while — and good for the price. Note it doesn't come with an adapter for your camera — this will have to be purchased separately.

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