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Leofoto
Leofoto makes tripods, ball heads, leveling bases and the hardware that ties them together. Our Leofoto tripod page focuses on the parts hunters need to turn a tripod into a solid rifle rest for long sits behind a thermal.
What we carry
The Arca Swiss to M-LOK plates and Arca Swiss to KeyMod plates bolt to your rifle's forend and give it an Arca rail, so it clicks into an Arca clamp on any tripod head. Both come in 80, 140 and 240mm lengths. A short plate keeps weight down; a long one gives you room to slide the rifle forward or back for balance with a heavy scope. The DC-364C Center Column fits 75mm bowl tripods and lets you raise the head for a sitting or standing shot without re-setting the legs. We also carry the BIG DAWG Tripod, a rugged platform built for firearms.
Building a setup
Start with your forend: M-LOK or KeyMod decides which plate you need. Then match the plate length to your rifle and optic weight, and check that your tripod has a 75mm bowl if you want the center column. Thermal scopes and rangefinders add weight up front, so a stable Arca setup makes a real difference when you're holding on a coyote at distance. Call (309) 781-8421 if you want help putting the pieces together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Leofoto a good tripod brand?
Leofoto is a well-regarded maker of tripods and support gear, and its Arca plates and center columns are a common way shooters adapt a tripod for rifle work. The M-LOK and KeyMod plates we carry come in three lengths, so you can balance a heavy thermal setup on the head.
Is Leofoto a Chinese company?
Yes, Leofoto is based in China and sells in the US through its own distribution. Warranty on Leofoto gear goes through the manufacturer, and if a plate or column you bought from us has a problem, we help you get in touch with them.
What are the two types of tripod heads?
The two common types are ball heads and pan-tilt heads. A ball head moves freely in every direction and locks with one or two knobs, which suits a rifle you swing between targets. A pan-tilt head moves on separate axes. Leofoto makes ball heads and leveling bases, and its Arca plates fit either.
What to look for when buying a tripod for rifle use?
Look at leg stiffness, bowl size, height and how the rifle attaches. A 75mm bowl tripod takes a leveling base or a center column like the Leofoto DC-364C, and an Arca plate on your forend lets the rifle click into the clamp. Front-heavy thermal setups magnify every wobble, so stiffer is better.
What is a good weight for a tripod?
Heavier is steadier, lighter is easier to carry, so pick by how far you walk. If you set up close to the truck, a heavier tripod holds a rifle with a thermal scope with less wobble. For long walks, go lighter and keep the rifle balanced over the head with a longer 140 or 240mm Leofoto Arca plate.
