The CT-3431 Carbon Fiber Travel Tripod with BE-108T Ball Head from Oben is a sturdy yet lightweight tripod with legs that fold upward 180° to create an extremely compact package for transport – with the included head attached, folded length is only 17". For further versatility, one of the legs unscrews from the chassis and attaches to the head & center column to form a working-height monopod. With a system load capacity of 8.8 lb, the full-sized tripod and head ensure a stable base for most DSLR body/lens combinations.

With the four leg sections and the center column extended, the maximum height of the tripod with the head is 59.5". The legs are non-rotating, which enables single-handed operation of all three rubber twist locks on each leg: One twist of the wrist, and the three leg stages descend. Each leg is independently adjustable, and they can be locked securely at three different angles. The tripod's feet feature rubber tips that can be removed to reveal metal spikes, allowing you to shoot both indoors and outdoors on any terrain.

To shoot in monopod mode, simply unscrew the leg that forms the base of the monopod, remove the center column from the chassis, and screw these two elements together. With the head & center column mounted on the extended leg, you have a full size monopod that's even taller than the tripod at full height.

Like the legs, the center column features a twist lock that frees up its extension and retraction. For protection when it's retracted quickly, there's a rubber damper that protects the center-post collar. At the bottom of the center column is a spring-loaded ballast hook that allows you to attach a counterweight for extra stability. The detachable hook doubles as a stopper for the center column, which can be removed and reversed for low-angle shooting.

The BE-108T head features one locking knob for the ball and a separate knob to control the 360° panning. This enables fast setup changes, and frees you to keep a finger on the shot trigger while you're making a quick adjustment to the head's orientation. The head has a 90° notch which facilitates shooting in portrait orientation. Two bull's eye bubble levels ensure your camera is level on both the horizontal and vertical axes.

The included Arca-type quick-release plate attaches to your camera via its standard 1/4"-20 screw. The quick-release plate has two safety screws to prevent the camera from accidentally being released when adjusting the plate fore and aft.

This tripod also includes a fitted, padded carry case with a removable shoulder strap, two heavy-duty zippers, and an interior zipper pocket. A tool clip with two hex wrenches for adjusting the center column and the leg joints is also included. It snaps onto any of the tripod legs for easy access.

Load Capacity: 8.8 lb    Max Height: 59.5"    Min Height: 9.0"    Folded Length: 17"    Leg Sections: 4    Weight: 2.5 lb    Detachable Leg and Column Form Monopod    Rubber Feet & Metal Spikes    Arca-Type Quick-Release Plate    2 x Bubble Levels

The legs fold up 180° so that the ball head is concealed between them. This reduces the overall height of the folded tripod.

The long section of the column can be removed, so that the head and short column section can be attached directly to the chassis.

The legs are independently adjustable to 3 leg angles: 24, 55, and 80°.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. It says the head is "Arca type". It also says "QR-20" plate. So will "Arca Swiss" plates work on it?

A: this takes Arca-Type QR Plate

Q: 2. I have a sony Mirrorless camera --a6300 will this ballhead work with it?

A: I do not own this type of Camera. I use the tripod for mt Fujifilm T2 mirrorless camera and it works great.

Q: 3. Can the carbon fiber handle the BT226T head and more weight?

A: The ball head is stronger than the carbon fiber tripod, so the tripod would be the weakest link in that combination and you would need to work within the limits of it's 9 lb maximum weight capacity.

Q: 4. Are the feet removable/replaceable? TSA in U.S. airports do not seem to be a big fan of the spikes on tripod feet.

A: Someone else mentions here that they are replaceable. But they are not from what I can tell on the photos and the Oben replaceable spikes product. Contacted Oben and they told me they were NOT replaceable.

Q: 5. Does the listed weight include the ball head weight? Ball head by itself weighs 290 grams so a significant difference.

A: There is no 'ball head' with these headphones.

Q: 6. what is the is the maximum height when in the monopod mode? Max load capacity?

A: The monopod maximum height is approximately 62.6 and has a load capacity of 8.8 pounds.

Q: 7. Will fit for Nikon D800 ???

A: Yes, just attach the included QR plate and you’ll be good to go.

Q: 8. Can this support Nikon z

A: Yes, it can support the camera with prime and standard zoom lenses.

Q: 9. What is the country of orgin? Manufactured in? Is it Chian?

A: This tripod is made in China.

Q: 10. Can I use Oben TAB-2M Two-Mount Tripod Accessory Bar on this tripod? Or other overhead shooting arm?

A: Yes.