The most compact of all the Systematic tripods when folded, the GT4552TS has all the top-of-the-range Systematic features: it"s modular, with a flat center disk that can be interchanged for center columns, leveling bases and other components, and it has the leg angle settings (but no column as standard) that makes it capable of near-ground level shooting. Leg tubes are in 6X carbon fiber with Gitzo"s efficient G-locks. The GT4552TS is a Gitzo Series 4 tripod designed for strength and tensional rigidity under loads of up to 55lb (25kg) and with lenses up to 600mm. It reaches standard-level height with its 5-section legs fully extended, but the short leg sections make it extremely compact when folded. Technical Specifications: Series 4: 5 Leg Sections: Maximum Height: 52.76-Inch, Minimum Height 3.35-Inch, Closed Length 19.09-Inch, Weight: 4.74 lbs.