Kupo CT-40 MK C Stand 295cm with grip arm (Silver)

$60.00 /day

The Kupo CT-40MK C-Stand with Grip Arm (Silver) is now available for premium gear rental in Hong Kong. This full-sized 295cm turtle base stand delivers industry-standard stability for heavy HK production sets.

A 10% damage waiver fee will be applied to your order in the rental basket unless proof of own insurance can be supplied.

The Kupo CT-40MK C-Stand with Grip Arm (Silver) is a full-sized professional lighting and grip support kit engineered for gaffers, filmmakers, and photographers renting in Hong Kong. Extending to a maximum height of 295cm, this heavy-duty 40-inch column configuration is constructed from chrome-plated solid steel, providing exceptional structural stiffness and an optimal center of gravity compared to lightweight aluminum stands. The defining layout advantage of the CT-40MK is its detachable turtle base architecture, allowing the riser column to be removed entirely so the heavy base can be utilized independently as a low floor stand (地腳) or compact receiver plate, directly resolving tight space and high load constraints on fast-paced HK production sets.

By selecting top-tier equipment hire through Dream Scenes Studio, local production crews secure an industry-standard workhorse for rigging heavy fixtures, modifiers, and flags. The kit comes complete with a solid 40-inch extension arm and a heavy-duty 2-1/2″ grip head, providing precise, uncompromising holding tension that prevents component slippage in tightly scheduled studio workflows or demanding outdoor environments.

Applicable Scenarios:

Chai Wan and Kwun Tong Industrial Studios: The classic choice for commercial fashion, lifestyle, and advertising shoots, providing a rigid support for heavy studio monolights, large softboxes, or holding standard 4×4 flags overhead.
Central and Tsim Sha Tsui Interior Sets: Perfect for booming hair lights or microphone arrays safely over talent in spacious commercial spaces, hotel suites, or practical office configurations.
Shek O and Sai Kung Outdoor Locations: The solid steel weight delivers critical base stability against sudden coastal gusts when securing diffusers, nets, or large reflectors over talent on outdoor sets.

Heavy-Duty Chrome-Plated Steel: Built with high structural rigidity to safely support professional cinema fixtures and heavy grip setups without bending or swaying under pressure.
295cm Maximum Extension Column: A full-sized 3-section riser system that allows for high-angle key lighting, overhead flag rigging, and clean background separation.
Detachable Turtle Base System: Features a fast-acting spring-pin lock mechanism that allows the column to be separated, converting the low base into an independent heavy-duty ground stand.
Nesting Leg Architecture: Staggered leg heights allow multiple bases to interloop and nest closely together, maximizing available floor space on tight or crowded sets.
Complete Professional Grip Kit: Bundled with a solid 40″ extension grip arm and a 2-1/2″ grip head with non-slip brake pads for precise multi-angle modifier articulation.

Kupo 40″ C-Stand Silver Riser Column × 1

⚠️ Note: This standard kit includes the single C-Stand structure, arm, and head only. It does NOT include castor wheels, extra grip heads, sandbags, flags, or lighting fixtures. Please add your preferred safety counterweights and modifiers to your cart separately if needed.

Q: Can the Kupo CT-40MK support massive high-power movie lights like an Aputure STORM 1200x on HK sets?
A: While the CT-40MK is built from solid steel and can handle heavy payloads, high-power 1200W fixtures are extremely heavy and top-heavy, which generally require a 1-1/8″ junior pin and a dedicated Combo Stand. The CT-40MK is ideal for standard studio strobes, compact LED fixtures, monitors, and flags. For any top-heavy setup or when extending the arm, always place a heavy sandbag over the highest leg of the turtle base to ensure maximum safety.
Q: How do I fold the turtle base legs for flat storage or transit?
A: The turtle base features a specialized spring-loaded leg mechanism. Simply pull upward on the leg assembly near the center casting to disengage the internal locking pins, rotate the legs until they align parallel into a flat profile, and release to lock. This allows it to pack flat into standard equipment vehicles or taxi trunks.
Q: Can I mount a light fixture directly onto the turtle base without the center column?
A: Yes, that is a primary advantage of the detachable turtle base design. The center collar of the base features a native 1-1/8″ (28mm) junior receiver. You can drop a heavy junior pin fixture directly into it, or use a conversion adapter to expose a 5/8″ baby pin to create an ultra-low ground stand.
Q: How is the rental fee calculated?
A: The rental fee is calculated on a 24-hour basis per rental period at Dream Scenes Studio Hong Kong.
Q: Is a deposit required?
A: Yes, a corresponding deposit is required for all equipment rentals in HK.
Q: What payment methods are accepted for the deposit?
A: We accept credit card authorization for the deposit, which is fast and convenient for local and international crews.