Product Details
BENCHMARK™ SPECS
Max Height
69.68" (177 cm)
Min Height
4.22" (10.7 cm)
Max Capacity
75 lbs (34 kg)
Folded Length
23.59" (59.9 cm)
Folded Diameter
Approx. 4.1"
Outside Tube Diameter
3 Series: 1.437" (36.5 mm)
Leg Sections
4
Leg Angles
4
Weight
3.8 lbs (1.72 kg)
Head Mount
3/8"-16 mounting stud
IS THE BENCHMARK™ RIGHT FOR YOU?
- Best for: Landscape, long exposure, panorama, film, and astrophotography. Precision shooting, law enforcement, and range practice.
- Choose it if: You want a tall, full-size tripod with strong load capacity and compact folded length.
- Carry profile: 3.8 lbs (1.72 kg), 23.59" (59.9 cm) folded, approx. 4.1" folded diameter.
- Height range: 69.68" (177 cm) max height to 4.22" (10.7 cm) minimum height.
- Capacity: 75 lbs (34 kg) working load capacity for serious rifles, optics, and camera setups.
- Head interface: 3/8"-16 mounting stud compatible with all full-size RRS ball heads.
- Field details: Four-section carbon fiber legs, low-profile dust-resistant twist locks, QD socket, and accessory ports.
- Made here: Proudly made in the USA.
The Benchmark™ Tripod
A core tripod for serious field work
The Benchmark™ is a full-size carbon fiber tripod for professionals and dedicated enthusiasts who need strong, stable, predictable support for their gear and workflows. It is built to feel at home in real terrain, from long days working in the field to demanding trips and events where reliable setup, repeatable positioning, and confidence under load matter more than anything else.
BENCHMARK™ FEATURES
- Four-section carbon fiber legs balance full standing height with compact folded length.
- Low-profile, dust-resistant twist locks support cleaner operation in harsh conditions.
- Multi-purpose apex with 3/8"-16 mounting stud creates a secure, versatile head interface.
- QD socket and accessory ports support straps and field-ready add-ons.
- Compatible with all full-size RRS ball heads.
- 75 lb working load capacity supports serious rifles, optics, and camera systems.
- Four selectable leg angles expand setup options from standing work to low-position use.
- Columnless design supports fast deployment, confident repositioning, and direct stability.
Learn the RRS tripod system
Understand the lineup and compare models
Use our tripod resources to learn how RRS tripods are designed, how the system works, and which models fit your needs. Explore detailed guides on series, materials, interfaces, and use cases, then compare tripods side by side to dial in the right support for your workflow.
WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
- (1) Benchmark™ Tripod
- (1) 5/32" hex key for hand strap lug removal
- (2) 3/16" hex keys for leg tension adjustment
- (1) 7/32" hex key for 3/8" mounting stud installation and removal
- (1) 9/64" hex key for Anvil-30 set screw installation
- (4) Cap-head Stainless Steel 18-8 #8-32 x 0.375" screws for Anvil-30
- (1) Nylon stud-cover nut
- (1) User's guide QR code
