Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head (Twist Locks)

Sporting a 17.6 lb load capacity at a weight of only 3.4 lb, this Befree Advanced Travel Tripod from Manfrotto is a robust support option that can serve as a convenient travel companion for professional photographers and passionate hobbyists alike. It is made of aluminum alloy and reaches a maximum height of 59.1" with its column extended, folding down to 15.7" in length for simplified transport in its included carrying case.

Each leg of the Befree Advanced is composed of four sections, which can be adjusted and secured in seconds thanks to the M-lock twist locks that operate with a simple 90° turn. A side-pull selector allows you to set up the tripod at three different angle configurations, enabling low angle shooting with the simple push of a button. Complementing the legs is an equally sturdy center ball head, which offers a dedicated knob for panoramic movement as well as a friction control knob for precise control over the tension during use. The final element is a quick release plate, which offers dual compatibility for RC2 and Arca-type compatible systems, except for the Manfrotto 804-3W and MH804-3W tripod heads.

An Easy Link attachment is available at the top portion of the leg section, and allows you to connect compatible accessories such as flashes or reflectors. This enables you to use the tripod as a support system and reduce the amount of gear you need to carry while travelling. Rubberized feet are used to avoid skidding and help keep the Befree Advanced stable in most types of terrain. Finally, an integrated hook found at the bottom can be used to add a weight and increase the stability of your tripod when shooting in more difficult conditions.

Weighs 3.4 lb, can hold up to 17.6 lb of gear
Four leg sections which extend and fasten via its twist locks
Maximum height of 59.1", folds down to 15.7" in length for storage
Aluminum-alloy construction
Side button allows you to select between three different leg angles
Ball head with separate pan lock and friction control knobs
Quick release plate compatible with both RC2 and Arca-type systems, excluding the 804-3W and MH804-3W tripod heads
Rubberized feet provide increased stability on most surfaces
Easy Link attachment for use with optional accessories
Integrated hook for weighing down and stabilizing tripod during use

Manfrotto Befree Specs
Head
Head Type Ball Head
Base Mount 3/8"-16 Thread
Camera Mounting Screw 1/4"-20 Male
Quick Release Plate Type 200PL
Friction Control Yes
Independent Pan Lock Yes
Pan & Tilt Range
Lateral Tilt -90° to +40°
Vertical Tilt -90° to +40°
General
Load Capacity 17.6 lb / 8 kg
Maximum Working Height 59.1" / 150 cm
Max Height without Center Column 52.4" / 133 cm
Folded Length 15.7" / 40 cm
Materials Aluminum Alloy
Weight 3.4 lb / 1.5 kg
Legs
Leg Lock Type Twist Lock
Leg Positions 3 Positions
Independent Leg Spread Yes
Leg Sections 4
Feet Features Rubber
Center Column
Center Column Features Ballast Hook
Lateral / 90-Degree Center Column No
Packaging Info
Package Weight 4.1 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 19 x 15 x 10"
Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head (Twist Locks, Black)
Manfrotto 494 Center Ball Head with 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate
Padded Tripod Bag