Tripod Manfrotto Alu Twin GS — 2-leg aluminium video tripod, max load 25 kg, height 33.5–158 cm, weight 3.55 kg

The Manfrotto Alu Twin GS is a professional aluminium twin-leg video tripod designed for stable support of digital and film cameras. Its two-stage rigid legs and a 100 mm aluminium bowl with included adapter to 75 mm provide compatibility with a range of fluid heads and mounting systems. The tripod features a detachable ground-level spreader with telescopic arms, secure leg locks and twin spiked feet with rubber shoes for mixed-surface use.

Advantages

The aluminium construction balances durability and manageable weight while the twin-leg design supports heavier camera setups up to 25 kg. The 100 mm bowl and included 75 mm adapter increase compatibility with professional heads. The ground spreader offers precise leg-angle setting and can be removed to use a centre spreader or dollies. Secure leg locks and spiked feet improve stability on uneven or soft terrain.

Suitable for

• Professional video and film shoots with fluid heads
• On-location work on grass, soil or mixed surfaces
• Heavy camera and rigged setups up to 25 kg
• Use with 100 mm or 75 mm bowl fluid heads

When it may not be suitable

This tripod may not be the best choice if you need a very lightweight travel solution, as its aluminium build and professional features result in a shipping weight around 3.55 kg. It is also not intended for single-leg or monopod-style shooting since it is a twin-leg video tripod designed for stable two-leg support with a ground spreader.

Key specifications

• Maximum payload: 25 kg
• Legs: 2 (twin-leg design), two-stage
• Maximum height: 158 cm
• Minimum height: 33.5 cm
• Weight: 3.55 kg
• Bowl: 100 mm aluminium; includes adapter to 75 mm
• Ground spreader: telescopic, detachable
• Feet: twin spiked feet with rubber shoes
• Colour: black

How to use

Set up the tripod by extending the two-stage legs to the desired height and lock each section securely. Fit your fluid head onto the 100 mm bowl, or attach the included adapter to use 75 mm heads. Adjust the ground spreader arms to set consistent leg angles for stable low-level setups, or remove the spreader if using a centre spreader or dolly. For outdoor soft ground, use the spiked feet; fit the rubber shoes for hard surfaces.

What to consider before purchase

• Ensure your fluid head is compatible with a 100 mm bowl or can use the included 75 mm adapter
• Confirm your camera and rigged setup weight does not exceed 25 kg
• Decide whether the tripod weight (~3.55 kg) and maximum height (158 cm) meet your portability and shooting-height needs

Usage recommendations

For stable results, set matching leg angles using the telescopic ground spreader and use spiked feet on soft terrain. Remove the spreader when integrating with a centre spreader or a compatible dolly. Regularly check leg locks and bowl fittings before each shoot.