The Dana Dolly Portable Dolly System with Track Endswith original style track ends is a heavy duty camera dolly platform that rides on 16 custom modified soft polyurethane wheels that resist flat spotting and use ABEC-7-rated precision bearings providing you with extremely smooth dolly shots. The wheel trucks swivel, allowing the dolly to ride on available straight or curved track, which you must source separately. The manufacturer recommends using standard speed rail or Schedule 80 aluminum pipe of compatible size. The dolly includes two original style track ends, which accept inch and a quarter pipe (standard speed rail) that has an outer diameter of 1.66", and fit into available standard Junior stand receivers. A center support is included for long track runs or when using heavy cameras.

The dolly platform is machined from aluminum and features a standard Mitchell mount including a 2.75" center hole with a machined key way. The included 75mm and 100mm bowl adapters allow you to mount fluid heads with standard 75mm or 100mm leveling balls. The platform incorporates one 3/8" through hole, one 1/4"-20 threaded hole, and one 3/8"-16 threaded hole on each side of the dolly platform for a total of 6 accessory mounting holes. The Dana dolly is designed and manufactured in the USA.

16 Custom Dolly Track Wheels    Soft Polyurethane Track Wheels    ABEC-7-Rated Precision Bearings    Wheel Trucks Swivel for Curved Track    For Standard Speed Rail (1.66" O.D.)    Supports 100 lb of Camera & Accessories    Center Support    Includes 75 & 100mm Bowl Adapaters    1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Accessory Holes    Designed & Made in The USA

The key to the Dana dolly's smooth ride are the 16 custom machined track wheels.

• The wheels are custom made soft, then turned down to be round within 1/1000 of an inch to eliminate the bounce that normal skateboard wheels suffer from.
• You can park the dolly with 100 pounds of camera and accessories on the track at 100° F for an hour without the wheels flat spotting.
• Another benefit from the machining the wheels is reduced squeak during use.
• The wheels are custom modified 16 at a time on a special machine, providing uniformity.

• The wheel trucks can swivel on the dolly, which allows it to ride on straight and curved track.
• A felt washer separates the dolly platform from the wheel trucks, helping to reduce noise.
• The included T-Tool features a 1/2, 9/16, and 3/8" ends.
• It allows you to tighten the wheel trucks using the 9/16th end to suit your taste.

The Mitchell mount features an elongated key way, allowing you to use non standard adapters.

Track supports fit into available standard Junior stand receivers.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this come with rails?

A: This system does not come with rails....you can buy 1-1/4 T6 Aluminum rails in various sizes...

Q: 2. how well would 6ft-10ft of PVC Schedule 40 Pipes hold up?

A: That depends on how much weight you are putting on the Pipes and how you intend to use them. If you plan to lay your dolly track on the floor for instance 6-10 feet probably isn't going to be a problem, however, if you plan to elevate the dolly then 6-10 feet will become very problematic. PVC Pipes are known to flex and break therefore you'd have to be extremely cautious about how and where you apply your supports. In addition to that, the heavier the payload the more cautious you have to be about how and where the supports are located. It is safest to use metal tracks if available at that distance.

Q: 3. Do I need a special tie-down to use with the Sachtler ACE XL 75mm fluid head?

A: No, while on a elevated track simply connect the 75mm bowl adapter to the Dana Dolly Portable Dolly System. Then remove the tie down from the bottom of the fluid head base and gently insert the base into the bowl adapter and tie it down. For best results on the ground use a short tiedown.

Q: 4. Do you know how this compares in performance to the Rigwheels dolly system?

A: I do not. I am unfamiliar with the Rigwheels system, but I love my Dana Dolly. Sorry for the very late reply.

Q: 5. What is the difference between this package and the more expensive one with universal track ends? Is it merely the diameter of track each is capable of accommodating?

A: The less expensive one does not come with a flight case or support a 150mm head. Unless you need the 150mm adapter, this is a much better value. To replace the flight case, I would recommend buying a PE1600FB Pelican case ($159.00) instead You'll have to carefully plan out how to put all the components in there but it does fit without forcing anything into the case.If you don't have rolling stands, I would suggest two A5012 3.9' Roller Stands 12 with Folding Base (Chrome-plated/) for $220.00 each. You'll appreciate the mobility. Finally, purchase a 10 ft standard metal pipe at Home Depot (about $10) and have them cut it in half and you're all set. Love the dolly. Quick and easy setup. Works great. Helpful tip...Turn the wheels at right angles when rolling the stands around. It locks the dolly in place.

Q: 6. will the middle support support curved track?

A: It will support any standard 1.5 speed rail as long as the rails are no further than the standard 12 apart center to center. If you had speed rail custom shaped to be perfectly even curves on each rail across a 10' span, the center support would have no problem ensuring it holds as long as it is rigged properly.

Q: 7. What would be the recommended mount if I wanted to attach a Ronin 2 to the Dana dolly

A: You will need a Mitchell Mount.

Q: 8. How does this compare with other similar Dollys such as the ProAim Polaris and the Dutti Dolly?

A: The Dana Dolly Portable Dolly System Rental Kit with Universal Track End is really seen as an industry standard as Dana Dolly has been producing this style of dolly since the 1980's.

Q: 9. What would be a good hard case for this kit?

A: The Pelican 1560 Case with Foam Set (Black), B&H # PE1560FB would be a very viable hard case option for use with the Dana Dolly Portable Dolly System with Universal Track Ends.

Q: 10. Does this package include a case?

A: This package does not.