Manfrotto 297BBASE Tripod

Manfrotto 297BBASE Heavy-Duty Tripod Base with Braked Wheels

Elevate your studio and on-location lighting setup with the Manfrotto 297BBASE Heavy-Duty Base, a cornerstone of professional photo-video and lighting support. Designed for photographers, videographers, and gaffers who demand unwavering stability and effortless mobility, this base is the ultimate foundation for your heavy lighting fixtures, sliders, and camera supports. Its robust, all-steel construction ensures maximum durability and a long service life, making it a reliable investment for any serious production environment.

This robust base provides a solid foundation for your lighting stands. Base with 1 levelling leg. Complete with braked wheels. It is engineered to handle substantial loads with confidence, transforming your static light stands into a mobile and versatile system.

Key Benefits:

* Exceptional Stability and High Payload: With an expansive footprint of 100cm and a massive maximum payload capacity of 40kg (88.2 lbs), the 297BBASE provides a rock-solid, low center of gravity for your most valuable and heaviest equipment. Mount large HMI lights, powerful LED panels with heavy modifiers, or even camera sliders without a hint of wobble or instability.
* Effortless Mobility and Control: The included set of smooth-rolling, braked wheels allows you to reposition your entire lighting setup with ease. Glide heavy fixtures across the studio floor to make subtle adjustments or completely change your scene, then engage the individual wheel brakes to lock the base securely in place, ensuring safety and consistency during your shoot.
* Adaptable to Uneven Surfaces: A key feature for real-world shooting conditions, the integrated levelling leg allows you to achieve a perfectly stable and level setup, even on uneven studio floors or challenging on-location terrains. This ensures your lighting columns and masts remain vertical and secure, preventing dangerous leaning and potential accidents.
* Universal Studio Compatibility: The 297BBASE is part of the extensive ecosystem of Manfrotto Tripods and support systems. It features a universal 1 1/8” (28mm) Junior receiver socket, making it compatible with a vast range of industry-standard lighting columns, stands, and accessories. This versatility ensures it will integrate seamlessly into your existing professional lighting kit.

Built for the rigors of daily use in broadcast studios, cinematic productions, and commercial photography sets, the Manfrotto 297BBASE is more than just a stand; it´s a critical piece of infrastructure that enhances workflow, safety, and creative flexibility.

Features:

* Large black brake base
* Features one levelling leg
* Footprint 100cm
* Max payload 40Kg
* Supplied with braked wheels

Specifications:

* Weight: 5.7 kg
* Min Height: 28 cm
* Footprint Max Diameter: 100 cm
* Payload: 40 kg
* Top Attachment: 1 1/8″ (28mm) socket, 3/8″ screw, 5/8″ (16mm) stud