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Lightware RC1048 Rolling Stand Bag

BH #LIRC1048 • MFR #RC1048
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Lightware Rolling Stand Bag Overview

The Lightware RC1048 Rolling Stand Bag 48 is a case made to roll light stands, umbrellas, soft boxes and tripods to the location. The Bag features adjustable cinch down straps with quick release buckles to secure the equipment. It is made from Ballistic Nylon fabric with heavy duty YKK zippers and is fully padded with 1/2" Duralight closed cell foam.

The RC1048 Stand Bag has a rigid, interior back plate for stability and sports a set of "double wide" wheels that can be user replaceable. It has a padded grip handle on the end for ease in pushing or pulling and a padded carrying handle on the side to pick up the case. This case is airline checkable but is not suitable for delicate cameras or lenses. .

Ballistic nylon wheeled light stand/tripod bag
Duralight closed cell foam padding
Adjustable cinch down straps with quick release buckles
"U" Zipper opening
Rigid interior back plate
Pockets
  • Two long exterior pockets
Padded grip handle on the end for ease in pushing or pulling.
Padded carrying handle on the side to pick up the case
User replaceable double wide wheels

Lightware Rolling Stand Bag Specs

Key Specs
Color
Black
Carry/Transport Options
Handle, Wheels (Removable)
Type of Closure
Zipper
Interior Type
Empty
Dimensions
53 x 10.5 x 9.2" / 134.6 x 26.7 x 23.5 cm
Weight
14 lb / 6.3 kg
Color
Black
Camera Compatibility
Universal
Carry/Transport Options
Handle, Wheels (Removable)
Type of Closure
Zipper
Interior Type
Empty
Features
Bottle Pocket
No
RFID-Blocking Pockets
No
Stand/Tripod Holder
Yes
Security Lock
No
General
Padded Interior
Yes
Materials
Exterior: Nylon
Interior: Foam
Dimensions
Exterior
53 x 10.5 x 9.2" / 134.6 x 26.7 x 23.5 cm
Interior
48 x 10 x 8.5" / 121.9 x 25.4 x 21.6 cm
Weight
14 lb / 6.3 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
13.6 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
52 x 13 x 13"

Lightware Rolling Stand Bag Reviews

Perfect replacement for a less than perfect product

By Andrew
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-09-29

I bought this to replace another roller bag that was larger. The previous bag felt heavier and was less stable because it only had two wheels. This bag, despite holding the same amount of gear, balances better somehow, the handle feels stable and comfortable, and the 4 wheels feel very secure, stable, and glide beautifully. The large side pockets were great for me to pack some clothes and stingers. The main compartment held my two smallrig tripods and travel tripod with some spare space if I needed to add a light stand or jam some cables in there. The zippers are strong and I feel confident in them. I've gone from feeling like it's a workout to bring my support gear to feeling free to bring what I need without worry.

Very Solid Build Yet Light

By Mark
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-09-05

I needed to get a smaller location bag that would hold a couple of small Digital Bee heads and a couple of compact light stands. This serves that need. Love it.

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Can this case hold one Matthews Hollywood Baby ...

Can this case hold one Matthews Hollywood Baby Junior double riser stands ?
Asked by: ale
Yes one of those stands can fit but it will be tight.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2021-11-02

Will Matthew's Beefy Baby triple stands fit ...

Will Matthew's Beefy Baby triple stands fit without putting them at an angle?
Asked by: Darryl
Yes the Matthews Hollywood Beefy Baby Triple Riser Stand will fit into the RC1048.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2021-10-15

question

I understand the dimensions seem to imply that the RC1048 can fit a C-stand, but does the compartment give ample room for the broken down turtle base? Thanks, JVL
Asked by: Anonymous
This case would have room for a broken down c-stand turtle base.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2025-09-12

question

Can this survive an airport check in?
Asked by: Mark
Having traveled thousands of air miles with camera gear, I can only say that checking bags for said gear is a risk you do not want to take. I recommend a hard case for all your checked gear.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Do the interior dimensions given also include the long side pockets?
Asked by: Kit
I would guesstimate that the exterior side pockets are about the same as the interior and about 36-38 long.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Long shot, but I have to ask. Does this fit in the trunk of a 2014 Subaru Legacy with a 1620 Pelican case? After long research to find a rolling bag with hold my 47 stands, it occurred to me that I still need to fit it in my car!
Asked by: Ginger G.
I can't answer if it will fit your Subaru but I can tell you I really like this case. It holds four Manfrotto stackable stands plus a Cheetah stand and a bunch of adapters in the main compartment. I have multiple 45 umbrellas and a 3' Profoto Octi in the pockets. You should know if you are going to fill it up the width can increase substantially. I just measured mine as nearly 17 across, and I would not call it overloaded. I love rolling into a gig with all of my lighting in one bag.
Answered by: George L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Will this bag fit my Avenger baby steel 40 stands?
Asked by: Anonymous
I'm not really familiar with that stand but I use three Manfrotto 13' stands which break down to 42 collapsed.There is still another 10 -12 on top of that. I fit three of these stands, a large tripod, several smaller stands and three brollies/umbrellas. The only problem is the stiffness is a little flexible. It could be stiffer and more secure but it has lasted for a couple years with quite a few trips and location shoots.
Answered by: Kevin B.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

does anyone know if this case is accepted by airline as a checked bag? Thanks.
Asked by: Kenny
I fly with this bag monthly and I've never had an issue with an airline accepting it in checked baggage. I fly Southwest Airlines a lot, and as long as it's not more than 50lbs, they've never charged me for excessive or oversized baggage. You can get a lot gear in this bag and keep it under 50 lbs.
Answered by: Earl R.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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