Manfrotto 299FBASE Tripod

Manfrotto 299FBASE Black Steel Stand Base with Levelling Leg

Achieve unparalleled stability and versatility for your professional studio lighting setup with the Manfrotto 299FBASE Black Steel Stand Base. As a foundational element in the Photo-Video category of study and lighting supports, this heavy-duty base is engineered for photographers, videographers, and gaffers who demand uncompromising reliability and adaptability from their equipment. It serves as the ultimate low-profile anchor for your lighting rigs, from intricate backlight setups to heavy monolights and continuous LED panels.

The core benefit of the 299FBASE is its exceptional modularity. This base can be used for backlights of most sizes, allowing you to position your light source extremely low to the ground for creative separation and dramatic effects. Transform it into a fully mobile lighting solution with ease; simply add a Century Stand column to the standard 1 1/8" (28mm) Junior socket to create your own custom rolling stand. For ultimate studio mobility, optional Manfrotto wheels (such as the 104 or 104G) can be attached, allowing you to reposition heavy fixtures effortlessly.

Built to withstand the rigours of a busy studio environment, the 299FBASE boasts a robust steel construction capable of supporting an impressive maximum payload of 40kg (88.2 lbs). Its wide 75cm footprint provides a secure, low centre of gravity, ensuring your expensive lighting equipment remains safe and stable. A critical feature for working on location or in older studios with uneven floors is the integrated levelling leg. This allows you to make precise adjustments to keep your column perfectly vertical, guaranteeing stability and safety on any surface.

Despite its powerful build, Manfrotto has designed the 299FBASE with the working professional in mind. For leg storage, the base can be folded up into a small, compact package with a closed length of just 36cm, making it easy to transport between shoots or store efficiently when not in use. This combination of strength, adaptability, and portability makes the 299FBASE an indispensable asset for any serious image-maker´s collection of Tripods and support systems.

Main Features:

* Heavy-Duty Black Steel Foot Base: Engineered for maximum durability and a long service life in demanding professional environments.
* Integrated Single Levelling Leg: Ensures a stable and perfectly vertical setup even on uneven terrain or irregular studio floors.
* Expansive 75cm Footprint: Provides an exceptionally wide and secure foundation for a low centre of gravity, preventing tipping.
* Impressive 40kg Payload Capacity: Confidently supports heavy lighting fixtures, C-stand columns, and other studio accessories.
* Supplied with Protective Feet: Complete with feet to prevent scratching or damaging delicate floor surfaces.
* Compact Folding Design: Folds down for convenient transportation and space-saving storage.

Technical Specifications:

* Product Code: 299FBASE
* Weight: 3.5 kg (7.72 lbs)
* Maximum Payload: 40 kg (88.2 lbs)
* Maximum Height: 21 cm (8.27 in)
* Closed Length: 36 cm (14.17 in)
* Footprint Max Diameter: 75 cm (29.53 in)
* Levelling Leg: 1
* Attachment (Top): 1 1/8″ (28mm) socket
* Material: Steel
* Colour: Black