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Benro FGP28A Go Plus 4-Section Aluminum Travel Tripod

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Benro FGP28A Go Plus 4-Section Aluminum Travel Tripod
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 30 lb
  • Max Height: 65.2"
  • Min Height: 15.4"
  • Folded Length: 19.5"
The FGP28A 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 FGP28A Overview

The FGP28A 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 FGP28A can support up to 30 lb while weighing just 4.2 lb. Usable at either full height or ground level, the tripod can extend up to a maximum height of 65.2" or be lowered down to a minimum height of just 15.4". It's compact and travel friendly design can be directly attributed to the reverse folding legs which break the tripod down to just 19.5" in length.

Each one 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 FGP28A includes a carrying case and a set of interchangeable spiked feet for increased stability in dirt, sand, mud, and snow.

Benro FGP28A Specs

Key Specs
Head Mount Type
3/8"-16 Male
Primary Material
Aluminum
Load Capacity
30 lb / 14 kg
Maximum Working Height
65.2" / 165.6 cm
Max Height with Center Column Down
53.3" / 135.3 cm
Minimum Working Height
15.4" / 39.1 cm
Closed Length
19.5" / 49.5 cm
Weight
4.2 lb / 1.9 kg
Legs
Head Mount Type
3/8"-16 Male
Primary Material
Aluminum
Leg Sections
4
Independent Leg Spread
Yes
Foot Features
Spiked
General
Load Capacity
30 lb / 14 kg
Maximum Working Height
65.2" / 165.6 cm
Center Column
Yes (Faceted): 90°-Lateral Support
Max Height with Center Column Down
53.3" / 135.3 cm
Minimum Working Height
15.4" / 39.1 cm
Closed Length
19.5" / 49.5 cm
Detachable Monopod
Yes
Weight
4.2 lb / 1.9 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
6.9 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
23.3 x 5.9 x 5.4"

Benro FGP28A Reviews

Solid

By Michael
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2025-06-27

Solid, good $. coming back to Benro after other brands dont hold up

Nice features, not as sturdy as expected

By Marco
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-12

I bought this tripod to complement my Manfrotto 055DB and my Sirui T1005X. The Manfrotto rated payload is 20 lb. while the Benro is rated at 30lb. In reality the Manfrotto is much more sturdy with the legs fully extended (both are the same height without the central column extended, but the Benro as 4 leg sections while the Manfrotto has 3, which in turn means that the Benro is shorter when folded). For payload, the Benro is more in league with the Sirui, which is rated 22 lb., although the Sirui is much shorter. In my experience, Manfrotto has always been very conservative for max payload, and in general it's impossible to compare different brands payloads by numbers only. So the Benro actually sits in between my Manfrotto and my Sirui, which in the end suits my needs fine. That said the build is fine, and the legs open and extends quite smoothly and quickly. I like the leg angle locking mechanism, which stays open when you open the leg's angle, and then locks the leg in place with a simple push. The Benro really shines in the extra features it has: the lateral positioning of the center column is really handy for macro work and in general for difficult to reach positions. Of course the possible payload when off center is much reduced, but that's expected: it's just physics. My only comment is that the mechanism to tilt the center column is not very intuitive, and the end of the central column needs to be completely unscrewed in order to detach/flip upside down the column (for very low shooting or to use as a monopod). Also if you screw in the weight hook, it does interfere with the mechanism functionality. A design with a fast detaching central column end and an integrated hook would be a big improvement. The spikes are a very nice addition, and being able to detach one leg and use it as a monopod can be useful at times: I do have a monopod, but I never bother to carry it with me, because of the extra space/weight; but if it's already there with the tripod, I can see myself make good use of it! Finally a nice surprise was finding a 1/4 female screw mount on the side of the plate to mount all sorts of accessories, which is even covered with a rubber lid to prevent moisture to get into the mounting.

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Where is this tripod made?

Where is this tripod made?
Asked by: Chad
Country of origin is China.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2022-03-22

Hi.. Would this be supported to Nikon 200-500 ...

Hi.. Would this be supported to Nikon 200-500 Lens?
Asked by: Amal Sangeeth
Yes with no problem
Answered by: vilson
Date published: 2021-02-18

Is the diameter 1.9" on the flat head? What type ...

Is the diameter 1.9" on the flat head? What type of a head by BENRO works on it
Asked by: Sam
Yes the base diameter of this tripod is 1.9". The Benro IB1 Triple Action Ball Head, BH # BEIB1TAB. https://bhpho.to/343rSLw
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2020-12-11

Does a Benro B1 or B2 ballhead fit inside the ...

Does a Benro B1 or B2 ballhead fit inside the folded tripod, i.e. it doesn’t stick out?
Asked by: Roberto Tiberio
Yes
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2020-01-16

What are the diameters of the top (biggest), and ...

What are the diameters of the top (biggest), and bottom (smallest), legs?
Asked by: John
The Benro FGP28A Go Plus 4-Section Aluminum Travel Tripod has 4 leg sections. The leg diameters from top to bottom are 28, 25, 21, and 18 mm. The diameter of the rubber padding in one of the legs is 32 mm.
Answered by: Llinelva D
Date published: 2025-02-27

How tall is this tripod without the center column ...

How tall is this tripod without the center column extended?
Asked by: Joann
The Benro FGP28A Go Plus 4-Section Aluminum Travel Tripod will reach up to 53.3" without extending the center column.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2024-12-30

When the lateral arm is extended out (or at some ...

When the lateral arm is extended out (or at some angle up from horizontal), can this arm be rotated in a horizontal plane?
Asked by: John
Yes, the Benro FGP28A Go Plus 4-Section Aluminum Travel Tripod has a panning axis on the mount. Therefore, you can expand your center column up or lateral and still have 360 panning motion at the tripod base mount. If you look at the first image of the tripod, you will notice 2 knobs and 2 blue rings in the tripod mount. The lower ring allows 360-degree panning.
Answered by: Elliot
Date published: 2025-02-14
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