The RG-1 Geared Head MarkIII from Rogeti is a high-precision, three-axis, gear-driven head for exacting camera placement. The worm-geared drive mechanism is self-locking at any angle. It has a robust load capacity of 26.5 pounds, yet is only 4" tall and weighs just 1.5 pounds, making it easy to transport or store. It has an oversized 210° pitch angle that has no mechanical interference between movements. A clutch mechanism provides quick tilt adjustment, plus an additional fine-tuning knob for detailed movement. Three individual torpedo-type bubble levels provide precise alignment on the X, Y, and Z axes. The top platform is an Arca-type quick release set with a 60mm-long receiver, suitable for use with large lenses.

Load Capacity: 26.5 lb    High-Precision, Three-Axis Bubble Levels    +/- 105° Tilt Range, 210° Total Range    Clutch for Quick-Tilt Adjustment    1.5 lb Weight, 4" Height    60mm Arca-Type Quick Release Clamp

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this compatible with the Peak Design Dual Plate?

A: Yes, the Benro GD3WH 3-way geared head uses an arca-swiss style clamp and accepts the Peak Design dual plate, which employs a unique dual-system arca-swiss and Manfrotto RC2 style design.

Q: 2. mine finally arrived. i am moving over from a Manfrotto 410 Jr. geared head.to those that have this head now, are the oblong pill spirit levels on the clamp crooked? one of mine is glued in really crooked which kind of defeats the purpose.

A: If there is a defect, we recommend a return or an exchange. Please contact B&H Customer Service to do so: https://bhpho.to/2caRE5L

Q: 3. Will any Arca-type plate fit? For example B&H #DEDS1?

A: Yes any arca type plate will fit on the Benro GD3WH 3-Way Geared Head including B&H #DEDS1.

Q: 4. Is this gear head compatible with a Manfrotto 190 pro tripod?

A: It is compatible with your tripod.

Q: 5. To use this for panoramas, do I also need a leveling base or can all adjustments be made with this head to permit level rotation?

A: You can use this head without a leveling base but a leveling would base would be ideal especially with uneven ground.

Q: 6. What is the included allen wrench for?

A: The allen key is for the small allen screws at the base of the qr plate, they are stops so the plate doesn't slide out but some users prefer not to use the screws.

Q: 7. I have a Gitzo GT3543XLS Systematic Series 3 Carbon Fiber Tripod which has a wide base to connect tripod heads. Will this one fit such that the knobs are not hitting the base?

A: It may certainly fit and work properly but you would be better served if you got a riser for the head, so the knobs are not so close to the Gitzo base plate. Click the link below to view; https://bhpho.to/3e93meg

Q: 8. Can you suggest a budget friendly tripod that won't move when set up to go with this head? Heavy is ok.

A: Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod B&H # MAMT055XPRO3

Q: 9. Would the clamp hold a standard Peak Design small plate (like the PL-S-3)?

A: The clamp on the Benro GD3WH 3-Way Geared Head is compatible with all Arca-Type Compatible plates including the Peak Design PL-S-3 Standard Plate.

Q: 10. Will theKirk QRLB-T Universal Quick Release Tall L-Bracket fit this?

A: Yes the Kirk QRLB-T Universal Quick Release Tall L-Bracket is compatible with the Benro GD3WH 3-Way Geared Head.