Benro

Benro TMA27C Mach3 Series 2 Carbon Fiber Tripod

30.9 lb

Tack-sharp exposures from tabletop to treetop — this carbon fiber workhorse goes everywhere your heaviest rig needs to go.

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Overview

The Benro TMA27C Mach3 Series 2 Carbon Fiber Tripod is built for the photographer who has outgrown the compromises of beginner support gear and needs a platform that keeps up across landscape days, studio sessions, and everything in between. The 9X carbon fiber construction hits the right balance between rigidity and portability — at 3.1 lbs, it's light enough to carry all day on a mountain trail without the tripod becoming the reason you cut a shoot short, yet stiff enough to keep a 70-200mm lens perfectly still through a 30-second exposure in a breeze. The 30.9 lb load capacity means you're not calculating whether your latest body-and-glass combination pushes the limits — it simply isn't an issue.

Handling in the field is where the Mach3 earns its reputation. The magnesium twist locks deploy quickly once you've developed the muscle memory, and three independent leg angle settings mean the tripod adapts to terrain rather than forcing you to find flat ground. The interchangeable rubber and spike feet are a practical detail that matters — rubber for hardwood floors and studio concrete, spikes for wet grass and soft earth. The convertible 3/8"-16 to 1/4"-20 stud makes it compatible with virtually any professional head in your bag or a new addition. The 5-year extended warranty with registration reflects Benro's confidence in the build, and it's the kind of reassurance that matters when a tripod failure costs you a paid shoot.

Key Features

[Premium construction – Rigid carbon fiber build] Engineered from high-grade carbon fiber for exceptional strength-to-weight performance, offering vibration resistance and reliable stability for photo and video creators in any environment.

[Height & support – Professional load capacity] Reaches a maximum height of 63.6" and supports up to 30.9 lb, making it ideal for full-frame DSLR bodies, telephoto lenses, mirrorless rigs and hybrid setups requiring dependable tripod strength.

[Leg operation – Fast twist-lock adjustments] Features smooth magnesium twist locks and three independent leg angle settings, enabling quick setup and stable positioning on uneven terrain, tight indoor spaces or rugged outdoor locations.

[Versatile platform – Interchangeable foot system] Includes both rubber and stainless-steel spike feet, a sturdy magnesium casting, and a convertible 3/8"-16 to 1/4"-20 stud for use with ball heads, fluid heads and accessory mounts.

Standard limited warranty is 3 years from the date of purchase for the original owner. If you register the product online, the warranty is extended by 2 additional years (for a total of 5 years) in applicable regions.

[Ideal applications – Studio, travel, landscape] Designed for creators who require classic tripod performance with modern materials, offering strong support for long exposures, portraits, landscapes and general professional field work.

Specifications

Brand
Benro
Model
TMA27C
Series
Mach3 Series 2
Material
9X Carbon Fiber
Maximum Load
30.9 lbs (14 kg)
Maximum Height
63.8" (162 cm)
Minimum Height
15.2" (38.6 cm)
Weight
3.1 lbs (1.4 kg)
Leg Locks
Magnesium Twist Locks
Leg Angle Positions
3 independent settings
Foot Types Included
Rubber and stainless-steel spike
Head Mount
3/8"-16 (convertible to 1/4"-20)
Warranty
3 years standard, 5 years with registration

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, with confidence. The 30.9 lb load capacity and 9X carbon fiber construction are more than adequate for a full-frame body with a 70-200mm or even a 300mm prime. The carbon fiber legs absorb vibration rather than transmitting it, which is meaningful for long exposures where micro-vibration from cheaper aluminum legs can soften fine detail.
Twist locks on the TMA27C are magnesium-reinforced and designed for speed — once you've used them a few times, full leg extension takes seconds. The advantage over flip locks is a lower snag profile in brush and tight spaces. The trade-off is that checking whether a lock is fully secured requires a quick twist-test rather than a visual glance at a clip.
The TMA27C is a legs-only tripod. No ball head or fluid head is included. The platform uses a convertible 3/8"-16 to 1/4"-20 stud, so it accepts virtually any professional ball head, pan-tilt head, or fluid video head — a useful flexibility if you already have a preferred head in your kit.
At 3.1 lbs and folding down to 15.2 inches minimum height, it travels well for a professional-grade tripod. It won't fit in a carry-on bag the way an ultra-compact travel tripod would, but it checks easily and fits in most dedicated tripod bags. For photographers who won't compromise on stability in the field, the weight trade-off is worth it.
Standard warranty is 3 years from purchase for the original owner. Register the product online and that extends to 5 years in applicable regions — a strong commitment for a professional tool you expect to use hard over many seasons.