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Manfrotto 420B Combi Boom Stand (Black)

BH #MA420B • MFR #420B
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Manfrotto 420B Combi Boom Stand (Black)
Key Features
  • Convertible Boom Stand
  • Includes Sandbag Counterweight (Empty)
  • 12.8' (3.9m)
  • Reversible Spigot
This is a Manfrotto Combi Boom Stand.  Extend the second riser of this medium duty black aluminum light stand to its maximum, press a lever, and you have a stand with a two section boom arm. When used as a boom stand, its maximum load is 4.5 lbs (2 kg) -- strong enough for a small light fixture with a small softbox or umbrella. A sandbag counterweight is supplied (empty) and recommended whenever boom is extended.
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Can this stand break down or does the boom ...

Can this stand break down or does the boom detach?
Asked by: Harry
The boom arm of the Manfrotto 420B Combi Boom Stand (Black) does not detach from the stand, but it can be rotated so that it becomes part of a regular stand, with no boom arm.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2024-03-28

Is this boom stand support a Profoto D1? plus a ...

Is this boom stand support a Profoto D1? plus a sand bag?
Asked by: Agustina
When used as a boom stand, its maximum load is 4.5 lbs (2 kg) , which cannot accept the more heavier Profoto D1's .
Answered by: David
Date published: 2021-02-23

What is the recommended maximum fill weight for ...

What is the recommended maximum fill weight for the provided sandbag?
Asked by: Leesa
15lbs.
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2022-01-25

What is the max height with the boom being used?

What is the max height with the boom being used?
Asked by: Brandon
The Manfrotto 420B Combi Boom Stand (Black) has a max height of 12'; the boom arm itself is 72". Be advised, articulating the boom arm straight up to make a taller stand is not the recommended use case for this type of stand.
Answered by: Davis H
Date published: 2025-03-16

What Manfrotto counterweight bag is this ? The ...

What Manfrotto counterweight bag is this ? The G100 or G200 bag? Thanks
Asked by: Gary
Many thanks - I had the same stand a few years back and now want to buy again but it comes without the counterweight
Answered by: Gary
Date published: 2021-03-24

Can I use this as a light stand for my aputure ...

Can I use this as a light stand for my aputure 120d ii + light dome ii?
Asked by: Roberto
This is not suitable for booming a 120d and dome.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2026-04-29

Would 2 or 3 of these fit inside a Manfrotto ...

Would 2 or 3 of these fit inside a Manfrotto LBAG110 bag? Thanks!
Asked by: Tommaso
Unfortunately, the Manfrotto LBAG110 Quick Stack Light Stand Bag, (Large) is too short to fit 2 or 3 of the Manfrotto 420B Combi Boom Stand (Black), but you can get three in this Phottix PH92518 Gear Bag (47", Black), B&H # PH92518. https://bhpho.to/3HDJPSs
Answered by: Manzell L
Date published: 2022-02-04

Does this take a 22mm or 25mm locking casters?

Does this take a 22mm or 25mm locking casters?
Asked by: Michelle
The legs use casters that are 22mm.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2020-10-14
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