Alta Pro 3VL 303AV 18 - Aluminium Tripod with levelling base and video head - 15kg load capacity

The Alta Pro 3VL 303AV 18 is an ultra-tall CNC machined aluminium tripod with a fixed levelling base, fitted with an open bridge VEO PV-18 Arca compatible video head. A perfect combination that delivers incredible stability for videographers, heavy long lenses or spotting scopes.

The 3-section, 30mm diameter legs are designed to maximise stability and height, reaching up to 1.8m without needing to extend a central column. Perfect for even the tallest photographer.

The solid legs also incorporate silent twist leg locks with Vanguard's technical design that can hold up to 25kg fully extended.  They are also designed to be easy to clean, allowing you to maximise the life of your tripod. For full cleaning instructions, view our blog. 

Replacing a traditional central column is a fixed levelling base with a 65mm base and spirit bubble that is incorporated into the tripod canopy. This can be rotated 360° or moved ±15° vertically, making it simple to level and compose your shot in seconds

For low angle or macro shots the tripod is equipped with three easy-set leg angles, (23°, 50° and 80°), allowing the tripod to go down to just 290mm.  

On the side of the tripod canopy is a a 3/8" thread hole with a 1/4" adaptor that is designed to fit any magic arm, allowing you to attach accessories to maximise your shoot.  This also includes Vanguard's non-slip bayonet slot fittings, so it guarantees that when used with a VEO TSA DLX your magic arm won't come lose in the middle of your shot. 

There is also a thread built into the side of the clamp on the VEO PV-18 video head to allow you to attach a second accessory that can be set up to follow your aim, such as a such as a directional microphone. 

At the base, there are retractable rubber feet that can be set as either rubber or stainless steel spiked feet in seconds. 

On top of the tripod, the VEO PV-18 Arca compatible video head offers a smooth fluid movement with two long telescopic handles for maximum control. 

On the base of the video head is a pan-lock knob, and between the telescopic handle is an oversized tilt locking knob that allows you to set the vertical angles between -45° and +90°. Combined with the two oversized spirit levels, this allows you to set your level with ease.

To help control the vertical movement with your video camera on top there is a damping control on the side of the head that allows you slow the movement, making it easier to position your video camera in the optimum position. On the opposite side is a scale to help you to repeat a position over a period of time.

The clamp on top of the video head is Arca compatible, allowing you to fit in almost any brand of Arca compatible plate, or if your spotting scope has an Arca compatible foot like the Vanguard spotting scopes then you can slot that straight into the clamp for maximum stability.  

As standard, it it supplied with the extra large Arca compatible QS-61P quick shoe which offers a secure base to a larger device such as a video camera, and includes a non-twist spring pin to ensure that the video camera is always facing forwards. 

To hold the quick shoe securely to the video head, there is the traditional locking knob to close the clamp, with a spring operated safety pin built into the base to ensure that your valuable kit doesn't slip off if the clamp is not securely tightened*. This can be released using the push button on the side of the clamp.  

Both the tripod and the head are manufactured with Vanguard's CNC technology, using aircraft grade aluminium for load bearing parts alongside Vanguard's anodising process to ensure outstanding quality that is backed by Vanguard's 10 year extended manufacturer's warranty.

Designed with height and stability front of mind, this tripod weighs 3260g and folds down to 855mm, but comes with a luxury padded shoulder bag to keep it safe at home or on the go, and make it easy to carry.

Here is a demo video that provides more information:

So if you're looking for a solid, tall tripod, check out the Alta Pro 3VL Series and #makeupyourownmind 

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* Please note that the spring pin is designed to be used with the QS-61P and may not operate with other quick release plates.