KC Upgrade 18ft
Safety Precautions
Maximum Camera Weight: 20 pounds
Only use with the Kessler Hercules 2.0 (or newer) head with the ball leveling locked out, by flipping over the cup washer.
NEVER attempt manual tilt with the 18' configuration. Hercules 2.0 manual tilt should be locked with pin lock.
ALWAYS use the complete double truss cable support system and Tail Extension that comes with the 18‘ Upgrade kit.
NEVER use standard weight bar system with 18' configuration. MUST have V3 mounting plate & Heavy Duty Control Rods.
NEVER exceed maximum weight capacity of crane, tripod legs or fluid head.
ALWAYS use common sense and follow Kessler Crane recommended safety procedures while operating crane.
Contact Kessler Crane with any questions concerning the safe operation of this crane.
If you currently have a KC-8 and need the 12' Upgrade, Heavy Duty Control Rods or need to upgrade to the 'V3' Mounting Plate, you can order those accessories below.
Technical Specs
- Total Vertical Movement: 21' (6.40m)
- Distance from tripod to camera: 13.5' (4.11m)
- Max. Camera Weight: 20 pounds (9kg)
Maximum Camera Weight: 20 pounds
Only use with the Kessler Hercules 2.0 (or newer) head with the ball leveling locked out, by flipping over the cup washer.
NEVER attempt manual tilt with the 18' configuration. Hercules 2.0 manual tilt should be locked with pin lock.
ALWAYS use the complete double truss cable support system and Tail Extension that comes with the 18‘ Upgrade kit.
NEVER use standard weight bar system with 18' configuration. MUST have V3 mounting plate & Heavy Duty Control Rods.
NEVER exceed maximum weight capacity of crane, tripod legs or fluid head.
ALWAYS use common sense and follow Kessler Crane recommended safety procedures while operating crane.
Contact Kessler Crane with any questions concerning the safe operation of this crane.
If you currently have a KC-8 and need the 12' Upgrade, Heavy Duty Control Rods or need to upgrade to the 'V3' Mounting Plate, you can order those accessories below.
Technical Specs
- Total Vertical Movement: 21' (6.40m)
- Distance from tripod to camera: 13.5' (4.11m)
- Max. Camera Weight: 20 pounds (9kg)



