The Sachtler Ace XL Mk II with 75/2 Carbon Fiber Tripod, Ground Spreader is a complete tripod system: a 75mm bowl fluid head on 2-stage carbon fiber 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 173 cm at the camera, go as low as 58 cm, fold to 87 cm, and take a ground spreader. It comes with an Ace XL Mk II 75mm fluid head, 75/2 Mk II 75mm carbon fiber tripod legs, a carry handle, an Ace bag, and a ground spreader SP 75.
Key Features
0–8 kg Payload
The maker's rated payload for the camera package the system carries and balances.
173 cm Working Height
It works as low as 58 cm, measured from the ground to the camera plate. Folded, it measures 87 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.
Carbon Fiber Legs
Carbon fiber tubes keep the legs light to carry and damp vibration in the shot.
Ground Spreader
A ground spreader braces the feet and keeps the legs steady on smooth floors.
+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
