The Manfrotto Tower Stand 260 cm (model 816 / 816.2), also known as the Super Salon 280, is a professional heavy-duty studio camera stand designed for maximum stability and height in photography studios, featuring a robust 10 cm diameter anodized aluminum column mounted on a cast “T” base with smooth-rolling lockable wheels, a 100 cm horizontal crossarm with precision gear-driven movement, counterweight balancing and a versatile camera support platform, making it ideal for supporting large cameras with loads up to 25 kg at heights reaching 274 cm.
The Manfrotto Tower Stand 260 cm (model 816 or 816.2), branded as the Super Salon 280, is Manfrotto’s flagship professional studio camera stand, engineered to provide unparalleled stability and reach for demanding studio photography setups. This rugged, all-metal construction features a sturdy vertical column securely mounted on a heavy-duty cast “T” base, ensuring rock-solid support even under heavy loads. Mobility is enhanced with smooth-rolling wheels that can be instantly locked via a single foot pedal for precise positioning. The 10 cm diameter anodized aluminum column pairs with a 100 cm horizontal crossarm that offers smooth, balanced up-and-down movement thanks to a precision gear drive mechanism and integrated counterweight system.
Key Features:
- Heavy-duty cast “T” base with lockable smooth-rolling wheels and single-pedal brake control
- 10 cm diameter anodized aluminum vertical column for exceptional rigidity
- 100 cm horizontal crossarm with precision gear drive for smooth vertical travel (approximately 62 cm range)
- Counter-balanced system for effortless and safe height adjustments
- Camera support platform with 360° fixed-angle rotation and standard 3/8″ screw attachment
- Accessory tray for convenient tool storage
- Pneumatically assisted or counterweighted column movement for enhanced control
- The Manfrotto 816 Tower Stand column.
- Heavy-duty “T” base and wheels.
- Horizontal crossarm with counterweight.
- Minimum working height: 60 cm
- Maximum working height: 274 cm
- Base height: 260 cm
- Base size: 100 x 70 cm
- Weight: 80 kg
- Maximum load capacity: 20-25 kg
