The load-bearing capacity of a heavy duty camera tripod

The load-bearing capacity of heavy duty camera tripods varies greatly depending on the model and material. The following is a summary of key information:
Load bearing capacity range
The difference between nominal value and actual value: The nominal load-bearing capacity of most tripods (such as 15kg) can only reach 60% -80% in reality, which is affected by factors such as ground conditions, wind force, and operation.  ‌
Test data reference: Some models have shown the following actual test performance:
Manfutu MT055XPRO4 (carbon fiber material): nominal 9kg, actual load-bearing capacity of about 7.2kg
Smog 3751 (aluminum alloy): nominal 30kg, actual performance is not clear, but design parameters show that it can support heavy equipment such as ARRI Alexa
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Material influence: Carbon fiber material is lighter but has relatively limited actual load-bearing capacity, while aluminum alloy material has a higher cost-effectiveness
Extended testing: The actual load-bearing limit can be tested by increasing the weight of sandbags, but it should be noted that overloading may cause structural damage
It is recommended to prioritize choosing brand models with nominal load-bearing capacity that matches actual testing, and pay attention to the stability of the tripod rather than just nominal values.  ‌