The Sunwayfoto T3240CSL Carbon Fiber Hunting Tripod SDC-50from Sunwayfoto T3240CSL Carbon Fiber Hunting Tripod SDC-50is a tripod and ball head combo specially designed for hunting and shooting. The imbedded ball head design provides lower center of gravity for better stability. The Arca-type clamp design features classic screw-knob tightening for better compatibility with QR plates from multiple manufacturers. The clamp also features an anti-skid block to prevent accidental release of the mounted equipment under powerful shock. The carbon fiber legs offer independent spread and three locking angles to achieve precise levelling on uneven terrain.

Load Capacity: 55.1 lb    Working Height Range: 4.7 to 61.6"    Folded Length: 23.2"    Imbedded Arca-Type Ball Head    4-Section Carbon Fiber Legs, Twist Locks    Weighs 4.1 lb

Compatible with Picatinny and Arca-type adapters and M-Lok adapter plates.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Are these stackable? Thinking of a way to use them on a floor mounted 48” slider where using a handheld gimbal cannot be used in tightly confined areas.

A: While you could stack these tubes, you would end up losing stability.

Q: 2. I purchased one of these and the top came with a 3/8" to 1/4" adapter already installed. However, I cannot remove the adapter so that I can use it to mount a camera with a 1/4" screw mount. Has anyone else had this problem?

A: Yes, the threaded stud has a spring loaded 3/8" collar, when pressed down, reveals a 1/4-20" thread.

Q: 3. Would you recommend this tripod for long-exposure photography using a Nikon D500 with either a 70-200mm Nikkor or a 150-600mm Tamron?

A: Yes the Veo 2 235CB would be great for long exposure with a Nikon D500 with a Nikon 70-200mm or Tamron 150-600mm attached to it.

Q: 4. Is the ball head removable

A: According to Vanguard, yes, the ball head on the Vanguard VEO 2 235CB Carbon Fiber Tripod is removable. You would simply loosen the two (2) hex set screws under the head, lock down the head's adjustment dials so it does not move, and pop the head counterclockwise. The thread size on the male screw on the top of the center column is the standard ¼”-20 thread size. If you are using a tripod head that has the larger 3/8"-16 tripod thread size, you will need a reducer bushing to connect the tripod head to your tripod, such as the Oben 3/8"-16 to 1/4"-20 Reducer Bushing, B&H # OB1039.

Q: 5. Does this come with a 3/8 to 1/4 adapter for the bottom thread?

A: Yes. The bottom is 3/8's with an adapter to make it 1/4. The top is 1/4 and it comes with an adapter to make it 3/8. I use the 1/4 adapter in the bottom and use the 1/4 thread in the top as it comes. I don't think I will need the 3/8 adapter for the top, but having them makes the product very versatile. The picture shows both adapters but you can't tell what they are.

Q: 6. Is the weight measurement wrong?? Only around 100grams difference between carbon fibre and aluminum version??

A: The Carbon Fiber version is 2.63 lbs, and the aluminum version is 3.7 lbs, that is a difference of 485 grams.

Q: 7. What is the folded length?

A: The Sunwayfoto T2540CT Traveler-Series Reverse Folding Carbon Fiber Tripod Folds down to 17.7" / 45 cm.

Q: 8. Will an RRS BH-40 Ball Head fit on this tripod?

A: The Sunwayfoto T3240CS comes with an embedded, non-end-user-removable ballhead. You can technically mount the RRS's BH40 on top of that, but that's highly irregular and not recommended.

Q: 9. For the sake of weight and a more solid base would it be advisable to consider removing the long center column and using just the short replacement column? AND what is the height of the tripod fully extended at that height (without the tall center column)?

A: The Vanguard VEO 2 235CB Carbon Fiber Tripod with Ball Head without the center column extended is 49 inches high. If one does not extend the original center column, it would be just as stable as using just a short center column.

Q: 10. How long is the warranty on this product?

A: A Limited 2-Year Warranty is included from Manfrotto.A Limited 3-Year Warranty Extension with Online Registration is also offered.