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Field Optics Research ProMax FT-6229C Carbon Fiber Tripod

BH #FIFT6229C • MFR #FT6229C
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Field Optics Research ProMax FT-6229C Carbon Fiber Tripod
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 35 lb
  • Max Height: 62.7"
  • Min Height: 9.5"
  • Folded Length: 17.9"
The FT-6229C carbon fiber ProMax Tripod from Field Optics Research is a lightweight support, weighing only 2.9 lb, that can hold optics weighing up to 35 lb. Its four-part telescoping legs with twist locks can extend up to 62.7" tall and shrink to just 9.5" short. The tripod is also portable, measuring only 17.9" tall when folded. Its center column is reversible and comes with an attached ballast hook for additional stability. Additionally, two legs are detachable and can be used as walking sticks or as monopods.
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Field Optics Research ProMAX Carbon Overview

The FT-6229C carbon fiber ProMax Tripod from Field Optics Research is a lightweight support, weighing only 2.9 lb, that can hold optics weighing up to 35 lb. Its four-part telescoping legs with twist locks can extend up to 62.7" tall and shrink to just 9.5" short. The tripod is also portable, measuring only 17.9" tall when folded. Its center column is reversible and comes with an attached ballast hook for additional stability. Additionally, two legs are detachable and can be used as walking sticks or as monopods.

UPC: 685450679930

Field Optics Research ProMAX Carbon Specs

Key Specs
Head Mount Type
3/8"-16 Male
Primary Material
Carbon Fiber
Load Capacity
35 lb / 15.88 kg
Maximum Working Height
62.7" / 159.3 cm
Max Height with Center Column Down
51" / 129.54 cm
Minimum Working Height
9.5" / 24.1 cm
Closed Length
17.9" / 45.5 cm
Weight
2.9 lb / 1.32 kg
Legs
Head Mount Type
3/8"-16 Male
Primary Material
Carbon Fiber
Leg Lock
Twist Lock
Leg Sections
4
Independent Leg Spread
Yes
Leg Positions
3 Positions
Foot Features
Removable, Spiked
General
Load Capacity
35 lb / 15.88 kg
Maximum Working Height
62.7" / 159.3 cm
Center Column
Yes: Ballast Hook, Reversible
Max Height with Center Column Down
51" / 129.54 cm
Minimum Working Height
9.5" / 24.1 cm
Closed Length
17.9" / 45.5 cm
Bubble Level
No
Weight
2.9 lb / 1.32 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
3.97 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
19.4 x 4.7 x 4.5"

Field Optics Research ProMAX Carbon Reviews

Weak and Untrustworthy

By Evan
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-02

Picked up these legs primarily for operating a tech station on location. Never ended up using for that purpose because the top attachment popped off with a manfrotto head and camera/lens attached. In addition to this major malfunction, the legs do not stay locked unless you REALLY crank on the twist locks. Its light, compact and pretty but if you plan on mounting anything expensive, I'd rethink this purchase.

Mixed bag (mostly very good)

By Patrick
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2019-03-28

For the most part, an enjoyable tripod to carry and use. The tactile feedback of the twist locks is very nice, but also a reason I am marking this down. The feedback is slightly out, so the point where you feel the click is not the same point that the leg is unlocked/locked. On one of the legs this is a good half-turn out of place. So I can twist two legs, feel the feedback, and know the leg is ready to extend. On the third I can twist until that same point, feel the feedback, and then have to half turn again to actually unlock the leg. Apart from that though, it is a very likable tripod at a very good price for what it is.

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