Empower your photography with compact precision tailored for mid-weight setups
The RRS® BH-40 Ball Head
The BH-40 inspires seamless creativity, delivering smooth control and unwavering stability to elevate every shot on your adventures.
Impressive 18 lb Load Capacity
Supports mid-range cameras, moderate lenses, or optics, delivering secure hold for everyday shots without sacrificing portability or performance.


Smooth Articulation with Secure Locking
Features a 40mm hollow ball for smooth movement and ±45° of tilt in any direction, allowing easy positioning followed by instant, sag-free locking at any angle.
Single 90° Drop Notch for Portrait Flexibility
Enables quick vertical orientation switches without removing the camera, streamlining workflows for portrait, macro, or multi-angle photography.


Low Center of Gravity Design for Enhanced Stability
Positions the ball low in the housing to keep the equipment's center of mass close to the tripod apex, minimizing moment arms and torsional stress for superior overall rigidity, while ensuring a firm connection to transfer vibrations effectively to the carbon fiber legs for dissipation.
Precision Panning Base with Engraved Markings
Lockable 360° rotation with laser-engraved 2.5° increments for accurate panoramic stitching or tracking, enhancing repeatability in landscape and time-lapse applications.


Compact Yet Robust Dimensions
At 3.0" tall with a 2.1" base diameter and weighing just 1.1 lb (excluding clamp), it prioritizes lightweight mobility with professional-grade durability, ideal for hikers and travelers.
Precision that flows with your vision
The included PC-LR delivers fast, tool-free 360° panning with RRS-level precision, mounting directly to any Arca-compatible clamp for instant panoramic capability. Its top-loading lever enables rapid one-motion swaps, while the lockable panning base and laser-engraved scale ensure accurate, repeatable horizons without needing extra leveling gear. Reinforced with the R-Mount rosette for zero flex and built-in bubble level and low-profile design for confidence in the field, it’s the fastest, most streamlined way to add true panoramic control to your setup. Learn more here.

Elevate your support system with American-made mastery
The Really Right Stuff BH-40 ball head and experience compact precision tailored for mobility before your next adventure!
| Dimension | BH-40-LR | BH-40-LR-II | BH-40-ARC | BH-40-PRO | BH-40-PRO-II | BH-40-PC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clamp | 40mm Lever-Release | 60mm Lever-Release | R-Lock Lever-Release | 40mm Screw Knob | 60mm Screw Knob | Ultralight, Panorama Lever-Release |
| Height | 3.1" (78 mm) | 3.0" (76 mm) | 3.17" (80.5 mm) | 3.0" (77 mm) | 3.2" (81 mm) | 3.6" (91.8 mm) |
| Weight | 15.7oz (445 g) | 17.1oz (486 g) | 17oz (482 g) | 14.4oz (407 g) | 16.1oz (457 g) | 18.7oz (531 g) |
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Learn MoreWhat's in the box?
(1) BH-40-PCLR Ball Head (PC-LR Clamp)
(1) Padded Cordura pouch with drawstring closure
(1) 5/32" hex key (required to remove/replace clamp)
(1) ¼"-20 x 3/4" stainless steel flat head mounting screw
(1) QR-Code Reference Card for User Manual
BH-40-PC-LR Ball Head: Large Arca Panning Lever Clamp
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