Name: BH-55-ARC Ball Head: RRS-LOCK Arca Lever Clamp
SKU: RRS-9000160
Price: 585 USD
Availability: InStock

BH-55-ARC Ball Head: RRS-LOCK Arca Lever Clamp

SKU:

RRS-9000160

UPC:

818413029941

$585.00

Product Details

Product Details

The RRS® BH-55 Ball Head

For professionals using the heaviest equipment

The BH-55 from Really Right Stuff sets the gold standard in precision ball head performance. With its low center of gravity, exceptional locking power, and intuitive controls, the BH-55 provides both the precision and and the stability that world-renowned photographers depend on.

Exceptional 50 lb Load Capacity for Reliable Strength

Supports pro-level cameras, large lenses, rifles with optics, or spotting scopes, providing unwavering hold for critical shots without compromise on security or unwanted movement.

BH-55-LR front view tilted to 45 degrees

Precise Articulation with Secure Locking

Features a large 55mm hollow ball for smooth 360° movement and ±45° of tilt in any direction, allowing easy positioning followed by instant, sag-free locking at any angle.

Dual 90° Drop Notches for Portrait Flexibility

Enables quick vertical orientation switches without needing to rotate the ball housing, streamlining workflows for portrait 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. Pairs best with our Versa® Series tripods.

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 3.7" tall with a 2.9" base diameter and weighing just 1.75 lb (excluding clamp), it balances portability with heavyweight capability, ideal for travel without sacrificing professional-grade durability.

Instant confidence, precision locked

The ARC-LR is RRS’s most advanced quick-release clamp, combining true one-handed speed with fail-safe security for demanding shooters and photographers. Its RRS-LOCK system guarantees auto-centering engagement on compatible rails with audible and tactile confirmation, while a 5mm steel safety pin prevents any accidental slip. The R-Mount interface locks the clamp solidly to RRS heads with zero twist or play over time. A butterfly-style lever provides fully ambidextrous operation, with a secondary latch and visual lock indicator for instant peace of mind. And with fully adjustable tension, the ARC-LR seamlessly supports 3rd-party Arca-Swiss plates as well. Effortless top-loading, rock-solid indexing, and engineered redundancy — this is rapid deployment without compromise.

Elevate your support system with American-made mastery

Own the Really Right Stuff BH-55 ball head and experience effortless articulation and rock-solid locking before your next adventure!

Dimension	BH-55-LR	BH-55-ARC	BH-55-SCR	BH-55-PC	BH-55-PRO	BH-55-PC-PRO
Clamp	60mm Lever-Release	R-Lock® Lever-Release	Picatinny compatible R-Lock® Lever-Release	Panorama Lever-Release	Standard Screw Knob	Panorama Screw Knob
Height	3.7" (94mm)	3.7" (94mm)	3.7" (94mm)	4.6" (119mm)	3.7" (94mm)	4.6" (119mm)
Weight	2.0lbs (890g)	2.0lbs (890g)	1.9lbs (848g)	2.3lbs (1.0kg)	1.9lbs (848g)	2.3lbs (1.0kg)
Weight Capacity	50lbs (23 kg)
Width	2.9" (73 mm)
Ball Diameter	2.2" (55 mm)
Tripod Thread	3/8"-16
Country of Origin

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What's in the box?

(1) BH-55-ARC (Ball head, ARC-LR Clamp)
(1) Padded Cordura pouch with drawstring closure
(1) 5/32" hex key (required to attach SCA to ball head)
(1) 1/8" hex key (required to mount SC-ARC to SCA)
(1) User's guide for ball head and clamp features
(1) QR-Code Reference Card for User Manual