Leofoto Athena LA-284C 10 Layer Carbon Water, Sand Proof, Corrosion Resistant Titanium Feet RED Tripod with LH-30 Ball Head - Max Load 10kg, Min 160mm to 1290mm
- Toray 100% 10-layer carbon fibre construction for superior strength, stability, and minimal vibration.
- Corrosion-resistant, water, and sandproof design for hassle-free maintenance and improved efficiency.
- Anti-twist technology with three embedded silica gel mats prevents twisting, ensuring stability even in water.
- No centre column compact design reduces bulk while maintaining maximum tube height.
- Hollow-out top plate reduces weight and enhances flexibility.
- Safety and anti-rotation design featuring three set screws on the top plate for secure ballhead mounting; low height profile ballhead with an ergonomic locking knob for easy handling and smooth movement.
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Leofoto Athena LA-284C 10 Layer Carbon Tripod with LH-30 Ball Head – the pinnacle of durability, stability, and innovation in photography/shooting gear. Crafted with precision from Toray 100% 10-layer carbon fibre, this tripod boasts a cross rhombus structure, ensuring unparalleled strength, stability, and minimal vibration, even in challenging conditions.
Designed to withstand the elements, the LA-284C is corrosion-resistant, water, and sand-proof, thanks to its maintenance-free system. Say goodbye to tedious cleaning routines and hello to enhanced efficiency, allowing you to focus on capturing the perfect shot.
Equipped with anti-twist technology featuring three embedded silica gel mats, this tripod maintains stability, even in water, preventing unwanted twisting for smooth, uninterrupted shooting experiences.
The Athena series sets itself apart with its no-centre-column compact design, significantly reducing bulk while maintaining maximum tube height. This compact apex design, coupled with the hollow-out top plate, not only makes the tripod lighter but also enhances flexibility without compromising on strength.
Safety and anti-rotation are paramount with the LA-284C, which includes three set screws on the top plate to secure the ball head firmly in place. The low-height profile ball head boasts an ergonomic large main locking knob for easy handling and precise movements, ensuring silky-smooth adjustments for ultimate reliability.
- Max. Height 1290mm
- Folded Length 540mm
- Leg Section 4
- Min. Height 160mm
- Max Load 10kg
- Weight 1.55kg
- Toray 100% 10-layer carbon fibre: Totau 100% 10-layer carbon fibre leg tubes feature a cross rhombus structure for greater strength, stability and less vibration.
- Corrosion resistant
- Water & Sand proof: Maintenance-free system, saves a lot of cleaning time and improves efficiency.
- Anti-twist technology: Three embedded Silica gel mats avoid twisting in water.
- No centre column compact design: The Athena series adopts a compact apex design, much smaller than tripods of the same maximum tube and height.
- Hollow-out top plate: Hollow-out top plate design makes the tripod lighter and more flexible.
- Safety and anti-rotation design: Included 3 set screws on the top plate to secure the ballhead mounted on the tripod.
- Low height profile ballhead: Ergonomic large main locking knob gives easy handling. A low-height profile gives better reliability. A precisely machined ball makes the movement silky smooth.
- Leofoto Athena LA-284C 10 Layer Carbon Water, Sand Proof, Corrosion Resistant Titanium Feet RED Tripod with LH-30 Ball Head
- Tripod bag
- Accessories bag
- QC passed certificate
- Hangtag
- Warranty card
- Instructions
- Titanium foot spikes X3
- Allen key X3
- Multi-tool kit
- Weight hook
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