The Sachtler Ace XL Mk II with 75/2 Aluminum Tripod, Mid-Level Spreader is a complete tripod system: a 75mm bowl fluid head on 2-stage aluminum legs, rated for 0–8 kg. The head has 9 counterbalance steps plus a zero position, has 3 drag steps plus a zero position, and takes Manfrotto 501PL-style plates. The legs reach 169 cm at the camera, go as low as 78 cm, fold to 86 cm, and take a mid-level spreader. It comes with an Ace XL Mk II 75mm fluid head, 75/2 Mk II 75mm aluminum tripod legs, a carry handle, an Ace bag, a mid-level spreader flowtech75, and rubber feet 75.
Key Features
0–8 kg Payload
The maker's rated payload for the camera package the system carries and balances.
169 cm Working Height
It works as low as 78 cm, measured from the ground to the camera plate. Folded, it measures 86 cm end to end, for transport and storage.
75mm Bowl
The head sits in a 75mm bowl, so it levels on the legs and swaps for any other 75mm-bowl head.
9 Steps + 0 Counterbalance
Selectable counterbalance steps, plus a zero position, match the head to the camera's weight.
3 Steps + 0 Drag
Selectable fluid drag steps on pan and tilt, plus a zero position for fast, free moves.
Manfrotto 500 Series Quick Release
Takes Manfrotto 501PL-style camera plates, which slide in from the side and lock.
2-Stage Legs
Two telescoping sections per leg extend the height range while staying rigid.
Aluminum Legs
Aluminum tubes stand up to hard use and rough handling on set and on location.
Mid-Level Spreader
A mid-level spreader braces the legs while leaving the ground clear beneath them.
+90°/-75° Tilt
Illuminated Bubble Level
The bubble level is lit, so the head can be leveled in low light.
-30°C to 60°C Operating Range
