CAME-TV is introducing a set of portable production carts to help safely transport your gear to the location. These strong and lightweight carts are available in two sizes and offer a shelf accessory that can double as a workspace. Let’s take a look at their specs and what they can do!
CAME-TV Lightweight Portable Production Carts come in two different sizes: C65 (small) and C100 (large). Both models are made from carbon steel tubing that is laser welded together.
The smaller version, the C65, has a weight of 26.5 lbs/12kg and a max payload of 396 lbs/180kg. The C100 has a weight of 37.5 lbs/17kg and a max payload of 660 lbs/300kg. Both are available as a “basic” or “standard” model with the only differences seeming to be extra tie-down ropes, and the base plate shelf.
Both carts feature locking wheels, and they are expandable and fully foldable for easy storage while traveling.
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CAME-TV Lightweight Portable Production Cart – specs
| C65 (small) | C100 (large) | |
| Net Weight | 26.5lbs/12kg | 37.5lbs/17kg |
| Payload | 396lbs/180kg | 660lbs/300kg |
| Folded Size | 26.0″x15.7″x11.8″ (66x40x30cm) | 35.4″x19.7″x13.7 (90x50x35cm) |
| Expanded Size | 39.3″x15.7″x35.4 (100x40x90cm) | 59.1″x19.7″x39.3″ (150x50x100cm) |
| Wheel Size | 5.9″x1.1″/15x3cm | 7.8″x1.5″/20x4cm |
Prices and availability
CAME-TV Lightweight Portable Production Carts are available to purchase directly on CAME-TV’s site.
- Portable Production Cart Small Base (C65-BASE): $455
- Portable Production Cart Small Standard (C65-STANDARD): $488
- Portable Production Cart Large Base (C100-BASE): $778
- Portable Production Cart Large Standard (C100-STANDARD): $788
It doesn’t appear that CAME-TV offers the base plate accessory separately, so if you think you’re going to need it, you should go for the ‘standard’ model right away.
There is a lot of competition when it comes to portable dolly carts, especially from Rock-N-Roller, who have a lot more sizing and accessory options. Still, these CAME-TV carts seem to be a good value for money. It also beats having to load your gear in one piece at a time.
What do you think about these carts from CAME-TV? Do you use CAME-TV’s productions on your shoots? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
