Kingjoy C86 XT Carbon Tripod

The XT stands for Xtra Tall, so this is basically the same tripod as the standard C86 but with slightly longer leg sections, which increase the max height by 20cms to an impressive 2m tall. This means that once you add a tripod head, your lens will be around 210cm above the ground.

Made from 10x carbon fibre layers and aviation grade alloy, this tripod is built like a tank yet is light enough to carry up hills and mountains. Two of the legs have a comfortable foam hand grip which makes carrying the tripod easier, especially in cold conditions. Each leg section is extended with an easy twist lock grip joint which is weather sealed to prevent dust and sand from entering the thread. It comes with removable rubber feet which can be unscrewed and replaced with 4cm metal spikes (included). There is a hook on the base of the centre plate for handy hanging of accessories. This tripod has a levelling base, allowing you to level the top plate without having to adjust the legs. Simply pull down on the centre lever, unscrew, adjust, tighten. Due to the levelling bowl, it is not possible to add a centre column. If you would like a similar tripod with the option for adding a centre column, please check out the A86.

The C86XT comes with or without a T40X ball head – see options below.

Included: rubber feet, 4cm stainless steel spiked feet, levelling base, carry bag, tool for maintenance.

Specs:

• Material – 10x carbon fibre tubes, aviation grade alloy joints.
• Weight (without head) – 2.7kg (6 lbs)
• Leg sections – 4
• Folded length (without head) – 70cm (27.5in)
• Min/max height (without head) – 15cm (5.9in) / 200cm (78.7in) – add 10cm to get accurate lens height.
• Max load – 30kg (66lbs)

About Kingjoy tripods – Kingjoy have been making photography support systems for some of the world’s best known brands for more than a decade. Brands such as GoPro, Sony, Nikon, Gittos, B&H, Hama, Adorama to name just a few, all have their tripods and supports made by Kingjoy. Kingjoy also have their own high specification series of tripods which exceed anything they make for other brands. Using only the best materials in a high-tech factory, and with quality checks throughout the manufacturing process, we are confident you won’t find a better tripod for better value. That’s why we use the Kingjoy series ourselves.