• Supports 18 lbs (8.2kg)
• Mid-level Spreader
• Dual adjustable pan handles for greater control
• 75mm Claw Ball
• Double strut top leg sections enhance stability

The ProVista 7518 Tripod is designed for videographers who need a heavy-duty tripod for a variety of field, studio, educational, and industrial applications. It supports cameras weighing up to 18 pounds. The ProVista is a three-section aluminum tripod with a non-glare black anodized finish. Quick release leg locks are easy to use even in the cold. For fast setup, the locks flip open and close with only a half twist. The top-leg section of the tripod has double-strut construction for stability. A 75 millimeter claw ball adds mobility and stability to your shooting. The 3/8"-16 mounting screw will accept most professional tripod heads. The rubber feet provide traction on any surface, indoors and out. Maximum height for the ProVista is 64 inches, minimum height is 31 inches. Tripod weight without a head is 8 pounds.Matched up perfectly to the ProVista 7518 tripod is the FM18 Fluid Head, which can also hold up to 18 pounds. Designed for heavy-duty use with Mini DVs and large camcorders, offering fluid-smooth 360 panning and 90 up-and-down tilting. Separate, easy-grip knobs lock and unlock the panning and tilting mechanism.

Mid level spreader included adds additional support Rubber feet grab any surface. Non-glare black anodized finish Maximum Height - 64 Maximum Load - 18 lbs. Minimum Height - 28 Tripod Weight - 10 lbs. 3 oz. Includes FM18 Head Fluid head with 18 pound capacity ensures smooth operation. Sliding quick release plate system affords variable balance control. 2 adjustable removable pan handles provide easy maneuverability. Independent tilt

Q&A

I want put a slider onto the tripod and it requires me taking off the fluid head to put on the slider, How do I remove the fluid head?

How does your slider attach? The FM18 head has a 1/4 20 and a 3/8 16 thread on its own quick release plate.If you need to remove the head you must unscrew the rubber handle which hangs between the legs. Once this is remove the head can be removed with the ball claw attached to it. There will be some allen screws on the bottom of the ball claw... you can also remove these if necessary.
Answered by Tiffen Support on Jan 10, 2016

What is the size of the screw that attaches the camera to the quick release plate; 1/4 or a 3/8 ?

The screw is the standard tripod mount, 1/4 - 20. (1/4 inch, 20 thread per inch). Hope this helps. It's a great tripod.
Answered by David S. on Feb 18, 2015

Is this a true fluid head?

it sure feels like it. I've found it to always have good motion. 
By Josh Hayes on July 9, 2014

The rubber feet of the tripod is appropriate for use on the ground or in the sand?

This tripod will work well on firm ground. If you are using it in the mud or sand I would recommend placing it on something to keep it out of the mud or sand. You can use small squares of plywood, floor tiles also work well. This will keep your tripod stable and clean.
Answered by Tiffen Support on Jan 14, 2016