Manfrotto Pantograph Top 4C

The Manfrotto FF3514N86 Pantograph Top 4C is a professional Italian-made ceiling-mounted pantograph for the Sky Track system, extending from 38 cm to 380 cm, supporting 12 kg via friction (upgradable to 18 kg with optional springs), featuring 5/8″ (16 mm) socket top + stud bottom, and secured by a 2 mm steel safety cable (12:1 safety factor)—delivering silent, perfectly balanced overhead lighting in studios.

The FF3514N86 Top 4C Pantograph is a lightweight 7.3 kg black aluminum scissor mechanism that collapses to just 38 cm yet reaches a full 3.8 m drop. The patented friction system balances loads up to 12 kg out of the box; optional 4C springs boost capacity to 18 kg for heavy strobes or softboxes. Top and bottom 16 mm (5/8″) attachments integrate seamlessly with carriages and lighting fixtures, while the 2 mm steel cable with 12:1 safety factor exceeds industry standards.

Key features

• 38–380 cm extension (Top 4C model)
• 12 kg standard payload (18 kg with optional springs)
• Patented friction balance + coloured notch adjustment
• 5/8″ (16 mm) socket top + stud bottom
• 2 mm steel safety cable (12:1 safety factor)
• Lightweight aluminum construction
• Made in Italy