How much does the crane weigh? And how much weights are recommended to stabilize it?
1606963
Dont have exact weight of the crane but its not heavy, especially when in its individual components. The amount of weight you'll use to balance depends on what you're putting on the end. I use mine with a Canon 5D typically. 2 5-pound weights is plenty. Had a RED digital cinema camera on it for a day and that required 20 pounds.
1260304
The stability is fine, but the pull-up bar is something to be desired. I've had to replace it once due to the weld breaking on both sides. I had a friend make me a new one out of a higher gauge steel to stabilize it. I only weigh 185.
665668
Recommended maximum of 300 pounds. However, I would not put that much weight on it unless I have several plates on the storage pegs to stabilize the load.
1790815
This is definitely not almost 15 pounds. I haven't weighed it but the 4.8 is most likely correct. Whatever, it is not at all heavy but not flimsy either. It is a substantial and stable piece of equipment. Just remember to fully extend the back wheels until they click into place and you're good to go. The only reason I can see that one reviewer has with it tipping backwards is that she hasn't fully pulled out those back wheels.
1078755
2,000 LBS, it is one of four that are used as stabilizers, not to lift the RV up as the RV weighs in around 6,000 LBS
1662812
I would guess up to 15 pounds. You could possibly use longer screws which may increase the holding power.I am an artist and I use the mounts to create diptychs from assembling multiple wood framed shadow boxes weighting a range of 8 to 12 pounds.
533243
I certainly can't weigh it now, but I really don't think it was 60 pounds, 40 pounds maybe? I was able to easily carry it and install it myself. But, no fear - it is definitely solid and up to the task. We have had it for a year and towed for nearly 1,000 miles with it and had no problems. It was not heavy enough to add any noticeable droop to the suspension on its own. I did recently add air springs to help when towing.
964380
Absolutely NOT stable on its own. Tiny gust of wind will knock it over. It needs to be secured to the ground. It is top heavy.
1692048
I do not know the weight for sure but it is very light and easy to move around. You will need to secure it to the ground if you don't want it to lift away in a stronger wind.
2165050
It weighs about 110 pounds. I have never moved it once it was set up. However, there are wheels on the front stabilizer to assist in moving.
369386
I'm not sure about an exact weight, but it holds at least 225 and some times 315 for me. The problem lies with control. Since the unit is one large upright tower it has very little lateral support. If you do any movements with or a weight you can not purely push vertically the machine could shift( it's actually light for a smith machine) or cause the tower supports to become unstable. I have personally loved mine because of its compact size, but as I mentioned, i only do very controlled motions and make sure my form is tight throughout the entire lift.Hope that helps.
7736
I have not weighed it. However, it IS pretty heavy. You actually have to attach the lens to your tripod and then attach the camera to the lens. Then it is steady.
1764172
Here's a video showcasing how easy the crane is to use. My film company rents ours out to customers looking to use the ProAm before buying. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOLTofl9FZM
521520
I'm not sure, but it very well constructed so it definitely has a bit of weight to it. It is very stable.
586172
It is heavy. But, ( keeping in mind I'm not a liscensed contractor) we just put it up normally and it seems perfectly sturdy. I'm not worried it will fall. There is a support chain that secures the weight.
1897390
Product description says it weight 15 Lb. It is about right, I would say between 15 and 20 lbs. I have bought and returned it. It is sturdy and stable when assembled, but to put it together requires quite a strength. Even when assembled and stored in carry bag, it is quite bulky. So it is not what I was looking for. Good luck
1634104
Up to 8 lbs.http://www.proamusa.com/ProAm-USA-Orion-DVC200-8-Camera-Crane-Jib-p/dvc200.htm