Manfrotto 425B Mega Boom

1 x Manfrotto 425B Mega Boom

1 x Sand Bag

• Extends up to 12ft (365cm), the longest reach in Manfrotto's boom range
• Geared crank handles control pan, tilt, rotation and telescopic extension for smooth, repeatable positioning
• Payload of 13.23lb (6kg) at full extension, rising to 66lb (30kg) at minimum extension
• Dual receptors: Junior (1 1/8") and Baby (5/8"), so it fits standard grip and lighting fittings
• Black zinc steel and anodized aluminium construction, built for daily production use
• Two-section design that folds down for storage and transport
• Geared tilt adjustable from +30° to -40° for precise angle control

The Manfrotto 425B Mega Boom is the largest boom in Manfrotto's range, built for lighting and camera positions that a standard C-stand arm simply can't reach. Extending to 12ft, it lets you get a light, small camera or other fixture directly overhead or out over a set without a stand in the shot.

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All the movement, pan, tilt, rotation and the telescopic extension itself, is controlled through geared crank handles, so you can make fine adjustments smoothly rather than fighting a stiff friction arm. The geared tilt runs from +30° to -40°, giving precise control over the angle even with a load mounted at full extension.

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Payload drops as you extend it, from 66lb at minimum extension down to 13.23lb at full 12ft reach, so it's worth planning what you're mounting and how far out you need it before booking. The hire includes a sandbag for counterweighting, which is essential for keeping the rig stable at extension. Dual Junior and Baby receptors mean it takes standard grip and lighting fittings without needing an adapter. Request a quote to add it to your grip kit list.

What can I mount on the Mega Boom? Lightweight lights, small cameras or other lightweight fixtures, depending on how far you extend it. Payload is 13.23lb at full 12ft extension, rising to 66lb close in, so check the weight of what you're mounting against your intended reach.

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Does it need a stand? Yes, the boom arm itself doesn't include a stand. It's designed to sit on a compatible wind-up or grip stand, so let us know what you're rigging it to and we'll make sure the pairing works.

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How is it controlled? Geared crank handles control pan, tilt, rotation and the telescopic extension, so you can make smooth, precise adjustments rather than relying on a friction lock.

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What's included with the hire? The hire includes the Manfrotto 425B Mega Boom Arm and a counterweight sandbag. A compatible grip stand is not included, so let us know what you're rigging it to.