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Black carbon-fiber travel tripod with 494 ball head, twist-lock legs, folded in carrying case

Manfrotto

Manfrotto Befree Advanced CF Travel Tripod 494 Ball Head Black

SKU CH-00XC-SRFD9

Carbon-fibre travel tripod with 494 ball head, 16.1–59.1 cm height range, 17.6 lb load capacity and 3.54 kg weight

  • PartBall Head
  • TypeTripod
  • ColorBlack
  • Max Load17.6 lbs
  • Max Height59.1
  • Min Height16.1
  • Supports heavy gear with 17.6 lbs max load capacity
  • Extends to 59.1 inches for versatile shooting perspectives
  • Collapses to 16.1 inches for compact travel packing
  • Weighs only 3.54 lbs thanks to carbon fiber construction
  • Features 494 ball head with independent friction and pan controls

Lightweight Carbon Travel Tripod

The Manfrotto Befree Advanced CF is a four-section carbon fibre tripod built for photographers who need a stable platform that packs down small for daily carry or extended trips. Its 3.54 lb weight makes it practical for long walks without sacrificing rigidity.

Twist-Lock Legs and Dual-Standard Plate

The M-lock twist system secures each leg section with a low-profile collar that slides cleanly into the included shoulder-strap case. The supplied aluminium quick-release plate accepts both Manfrotto RC2 and Arca-Swiss style clamps, so the same camera body fits either mount without swapping plates.

17.6 lb Load Capacity

Rated to hold 17.6 lbs, the 494 centre ball head supports most mirrorless kits and mid-range DSLR combinations with lens attached. Heavier telephoto rigs or professional video heads exceed this limit and would require a larger support system.

Highlights

  • Supports heavy gear with 17.6 lbs max load capacity
  • Extends to 59.1 inches for versatile shooting perspectives
  • Collapses to 16.1 inches for compact travel packing
  • Weighs only 3.54 lbs thanks to carbon fiber construction
  • Features 494 ball head with independent friction and pan controls

Specifications

BrandManfrotto
ModelMKBFRTC4-BHUS
PartBall Head
TypeTripod
ColorBlack
Max Load17.6 lbs
Max Height59.1
Min Height16.1
Head MountBall Head
MaterialCarbon Fiber
PanHead Mount The head mounts a unique plate that makes it fully compatible with the world's most widespread standard head attachments Manfrotto RC2 and Arca-swiss style. With this aluminum plate fixed to the camera, all Manfrotto heads and almost all tripod heads on the market featuring Arca-swiss style attachments can be set up rapidly and effortlessly, with no need for disassembly components.
TiltCarrying Case This tripod includes a durable, high-quality carrying case with an adjustable shoulder strap.
Features494 Center Ball Head The 494 center ball head features three independent controls a main knob for managing the sphere lock, an integrated friction control knob that adjusts the ball tension so that equipment weight is always perfectly balanced and shots framed effortlessly; an independent panoramic knob that keeps the horizon flat and moves the camera horizontally, enabling astonishing landscape shots.
Weight3.54
Size/DimensionsUniversal

Questions about this item

What mounting standard does the 494 ball head's included plate support?

The unique plate on the 494 ball head is fully compatible with both Manfrotto RC2 and Arca-Swiss style head attachments.

What are the folded and extended heights of this carbon fiber travel tripod?

It folds down to a minimum height of 16.1 inches and extends to a maximum height of 59.1 inches.

How do the M-lock twist locks operate to secure the leg sections?

The M-lock system uses a sleek, no-protruding-parts twist mechanism; turn the lock to tighten the carbon fiber leg sections firmly for rapid setup.

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