What the thread found

• The Flyer is officially rated for a maximum load of 20 pounds.
• The gimbal component of the original Flyer is limited to approximately 15 pounds of payload weight above the gimbal itself.
• Some operators have flown rigs exceeding the stated 20-pound limit without immediate failure, though this approaches the equipment's design margins.
• The gimbal's load capacity is constrained by its bearing connection points at the center post, which support the entire system weight.
• Reducing camera package weight by removing non-essential components can help approach usable configurations near the weight limit.
• The Flyer LE model includes an adjustable center post that can be lowered for balance adjustment, offering more flexibility than earlier Flyer generations.
• Confirmation of whether weight limits apply to the gimbal, stage, or arm separately requires direct communication with the manufacturer.

Depends on

• The stated 20-pound limit is for the Flyer model; capability of other stabilizer models like Ultra2, Archer, or Clipper were not definitively compared.
• Whether the gimbal limit of 15 pounds applies to both original Flyer and Flyer LE models was not conclusively determined in the discussion.
• Actual field experience flying near or above limits was anecdotal rather than systematically documented.
• A specific configuration with Sony XD 530 camera, Bartech, and 5-pound transmitter was not definitively tested as a complete system.

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