You are using an outdated browser. For a faster, safer browsing experience, upgrade for free today.
Phones: 800
$ USD
  • Your shopping cart is empty!

3 Legged Thing Tommy Carbon Fiber Hybrid Tripod

3 Legged Thing Tommy Carbon Fiber Hybrid Tripod
  • Product Code: eq87858
  • Availability: In Stock

$2,399.97 $2,927.96

The versatile 3 Legged Thing Tommy Carbon Fiber Hybrid Tripodfrom 3 Legged Thing Tommy Carbon Fiber Hybrid Tripodperforms equally as well as a still tripod as it does a video tripod thanks to its interchangeable flat tripod head plate and 75mm bowl options. The flat plate features a 3/8" stud that will accept most tripod heads and a hook for adding a weight for increased stability. The 75mm bowl can receive any 75mm bowl or half-bowl set. Engineered to support DSLRs and larger video cameras, it reaches a maximum height of 63.77", a minimum height of 6.14", and can support up to 132.2 lb, yet weighs only 5.70 lb, giving it an impressive 23:1 load-to-weight ratio. The Tommy features not one but three detachable legs which can be used as monopods or boom arms. With all three legs removed, it can also be used as a table-top tripod by adding a set of 3 Legged Thing's tripod footwear, available separately. The Tommy is constructed from eight layers of carbon fiber and features 3LT's new design of leg and column locks and is finished in a metallic slate gray tone with British racing green accents. The twist locks have been engineered with a new design of Chicken Lips shims, which give them greater strength and grip, and they feature new rubber O-pads for improved grip and leverage. The durable anodized metal leg rapid latches allow changing the leg angles quickly and easily, even when wearing gloves. Additionally, the Tommy folds down to 28.74" for storage and transport.

Load Capacity: 132.2 lb    Maximum Height: 63.77"    Minimum Height: 6.14"    Folded Length: 28.74"    Leg Sections: 3    Weight: 5.70 lb    8-Layer Carbon Fiber Construction    Twist Locks    3/8"-16 Head Mount or 75mm Bowl    Interchangeable Feet

General
Load Capacity132.2 lb / 60 kg
Maximum Working Height63.8" / 162.0 cm
Minimum Working Height6.1" / 15.6 cm
Closed Length28.74" / 73.00 cm
Head Mount Type3/8"-16 Male
Weight5.70 lb / 2.59 kg
MaterialsAluminum Alloy, Carbon Fiber
Bubble LevelYes
Legs
Leg Lock TypeTwist Lock
Leg Positions3 Positions
Independent Leg SpreadYes
Leg Sections3
Leg Diameter1.5" / 38 mm (Maximum)
1.3" / 32 mm (Minimum)
Foot FeaturesRemovable
Detachable Monopod
Maximum Working Height68.11" / 173.00 cm
Leg Sections3
Monopod Foot FeaturesRemovable, Rubber
Packaging Info
Package Weight8.72 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)31.1 x 7.2 x 6.4"

  • Bowl and flat plate options
  • 1/4"-20 thread for mounting accessories on leg canopy
  • Rapid Latch leg latch system
  • Independent leg spread: 23,55, and 80°
  • Three detachable legs can be used as monopods or boom arms
  • Dual 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 screw foot, multiple accessory options available separately
  • Table top or low-level tripod function with 3LT footwear, available separately
  • Precision engineered leg lock system with raised O-Pads for improved grip
    • Related Questions and Answers

      Q: 1. Would this tripod be sturdy enough to support a Nikon Z7 w/ Nikkor 100-400mm?

      A: Yes, the 3 Legged Thing Legends Bucky CF tripod and AirHed VU ballhead can support a Nikon Z7 with a 100-400mm lens.

      Q: 2. Is there a good 65/75mm video head plate adapter that could be used with this tripod?

      A: No, unfortunately the 3 Legged Thing Legends Bucky Carbon Fiber Tripod is not designed to support a 65/75mm bowl. An alternate with 75mm bowl is the following model listed below from 3 legged Thing. It features a 3/8"-16 Head Mount, or 75mm Bowl. 3 Legged Thing Legends Nicky 4-Section Carbon Fiber Hybrid Video/Photo Tripod BH #3LNICKY

      Q: 3. Well the Ellie work with the Canon 1D x Mark II?

      A: Not well, no. The height of the cable-access panel is too short. Consider the QR11-FBC/FBG (Full-size Bracket Copper or Full-size Bracket Gray) as those are more suitable. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1384936-REG/3_legged_thing_qr11_fbc_full_size_universal_l_bracket.html

      Q: 4. Does this come with a bag/Tripod case?

      A: Yes. The unit comes enclosed with the following items 3 Legged Thing Legends Ray Carbon Fiber Tripod (Bronze) 3 Legged Thing Toolz Multi-Tool Anodized Magnesium Alloy D-Ring Cushioned Carrying Case Limited 5-Year Warranty 3 Legged Thing AirHed Vu Ball Head (Blue) QR-OCTA Quick Release Plate 1/4"-20 Stagsden Camera Bolt Limited 5-Year Warranty

      Q: 5. What is the COMPLETELY TAKEN APART length of the legs? You know... not just closed... but completely detached from the center?

      A: The 3 Legged Thing Mike Carbon Fiber Tripod alone has a Max Height of 1.47 m / 57.8 ", and Min Height of 13.5 cm / 5.3 ". The Folded Length is 66.7 cm / 26.2 ".

      Q: 6. For packing in a suitcase purposes, how short can the legs go? Like... if you were to unscrew from the center thingy?

      A: 3 Legged Thing Mike Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs with Quick Leveling Base (Metallic Slate Gray) has a closed length of 26.3 inches.

      Q: 7. When reverse folded, what is the maximum diameter?

      A: The diameter of the 3 Legged Thing Punks Brian 2.0 Carbon Fiber Tripod with AirHed Neo 2.0 Ball Head (Black) when folded in reverse position is 14.5 inches.

      Q: 8. Where is this tripod made?

      A: The 3 Legged Thing Legends Bucky Carbon Fiber Tripod Leg Set (Gray) is currently manufactured in China. This is subject to change at any time.

      Q: 9. Is the head of the Billy 2.0 tripod fixed or it can be dettached and change for another head?

      A: The head of the 3 Legged Thing Punks Billy 2.0 tripod can be removed and a different one used in its place.

      Q: 10. Does the folded length include the ballhead?

      A: Yes. The Punks Brian 2.0 reverse-folds and encapsulates the ballhead when stored away. The folded length therefore includes the ballhead in its measurements.

28/09/2024

[3] Needed a new tripod and found just what I wanted at B&H. This 3 Legged Thing is one of the few tripods that extend to my eye height. Also light and sturdy. A little more expensive but you get what you pay for. Thumbs Up

5
19/09/2024

[Yes] The Three Legged monopod is very sturdy. and because of its length you can shorten each section to make the joints more sturdy. A Wimberley MH-100 Mono Gimble Head holds the 12 pound Nikon 200-400mm lens and camera and allows you to swivel the lens instead of the monopod. The extra length is very packable and the extra weight is no bother compared to a tripod and standard wimberley gimble head. I previously purchased a manfrotto element monopod and found that when extended to its full length the joints wobbled and the bottom 1/2 inch diameter section seemed too thin for the wildlife shooting I do.

5
08/09/2024

[8.72 lb] I love this tripod. It is light, very sturdy, and comfortable to use. Being able to use as a tripod or remove a leg to have a monopod is wonderful. The features and quality put it up there was the more expensive tripods but without the heft price tag. The ball head is great as well, zero creep, strong clamp, whats not to like. Great buy.

5
01/09/2024

[3] I was in the photography industry much earlier in my life.
I have been a big Gitzo fan for close to 30 years. The industry has obviously evolved over that time. I needed a true travel tripod. I originally looked at 5 section tripods with a a double center column from Three Legged Thing, Manfrotto & Gitzo. I opened them up and played around with them at B&H. They did not have the 3LT Leo 2.0. The sales person brought up the Punks Billy 2.0 instead. I was really impressed with the 3LT and the Gitzo. I realized I did not need compactness of the 5 section tripods. The 3LT Punks 2.0 was a small enough size. While being super light. I felt the 4 column / single center column was sturdier than the 5 section double center column offerings. I was really impressed by the fit, finish & quality of the Punks Billy 2.0! The Gitzo was excellent as well, but at significant difference in price. In the end it was hard to justify the cost difference. And I'm not sure if it is better. My old Gitzo's were made in France. Gitzo today are made in China like the 3LT and pretty much everything else. :)
I hope this review helps in your decision process.

5
22/08/2024

[Removable] I researched extensively for a tripod that would meet my travel needs. It needed to be light, tall, break into a monopod and have lever locks. Well, I failed on the last point, but few tripods have lever locks. So, I gave up and tried a number of them with twist locks. Still don't like them, but will have to settle. The 3 legged thing looks like a winner. I have only tried it in the house, but it works with my Wimberly Sidekick and long lenses attached to the the ball head without drift. It is also very attractive, if you care about appearance. So beautiful Billy and I are going to Costa Rica very soon where we will shoot birds and his name will be changed to Guillermo.

5
06/08/2024

[3] Solid travel tripod. Not as fancy and innovative as some of the other offerings that are getting a lot of online rave reviews but a traditional design well built tripod with an excellent ball head that’s worth every penny. Coming from a Ulanzi Coman travel tripod that failed after a year of use I appreciate the traditional tried and time tested design despite the extra few grams of weight.

5
21/07/2024

[Removable] Looked for a sturdy tripod and this is it. Bit bigger than I want but can't complain. I really enjoy the 3LT products and this one shines. Only concern is the bag zipper splits open from time to time. Will contact 3LT and see if this can be resolved.

5
29/06/2024

[3] This is the lightest- big delivery- tripod I’ve ever used. Solid quality & solid design. I needed a smaller tripod. My 30 year old Gitzo that I used for 4x5 and 8x10 cameras was seriously too much to carry around now that I’m digital DSLR + video and no more view cameras. This is the best tripod I could have chosen. Happy +++

5
25/06/2024

[8.72 lb] Well made little tripod that's just as good as my Gitzos costing 4-5 times as much. I watched dozens of Youtube videos on tripods and decided on this one. It's very light and compact and will fit into my carry-on luggage when I travel. I didn't want to spend too much money on a tripod because I've had at leat 2 Gitzos stolen by baggage handlers/TSA agents so it won't be a great loss if it meets that fate again. I replaced the ball head with a Foba M1 I had lying around. I'm only going to use it with my Leica Q3 so it should work perfectly in concert with it.

5
05/05/2024

[3] I had an older 3 Legged Thing monopod that was just a little too light for my purposes so I looked at the Lance 4 section.......much more stability with this model. I don't use a monopod often but when I do need one this is the one that works for me!!

5

Write a review

Note: HTML is not translated!
    Bad           Good
Captcha

Top Bestselling Products

3 Legged Thing Nicky Carbon Fiber Hybrid Tripod

$2,249.97 $2,969.96

3 Legged Thing Leo 2.0 Tripod Bronze

$809.97 $1,069.16

3 Legged Thing Leo 2.0 Tripod Gray

$750.00 $1,012.50

3 Legged Thing Albert 2.0 Tripod Bronze

$1,139.97 $1,436.36

3 Legged Thing Winston 2.0 Tripod Bronze

$1,199.97 $1,727.96

3 Legged Thing Albert 2.0 Tripod Gray

$1,139.97 $1,641.56

3 Legged Thing Winston 2.0 Tripod Gray

$1,199.97 $1,583.96

Sandisk 128gb Extreme Pro Cfast 2.0 Card

$419.97 $671.95

Products You May Like

Yamaha Dsp A1 Receiver

$7,797.00 $12,163.32

Tiffen 72mm Soft Contrast Filter

$273.30 $409.95

Tokina 35mm T1.5 Cinema Lens E Mount Feet

$17,997.00 $27,175.47

Kodak S2080w Network Scanner 80 Ppm

$4,320.00 $5,702.40

Portabrace Pb-z9dk Hard Case For Nikon Z9

$454.35 $645.18