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Hard case options for storing steadicam rigs ready to use
18 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- The Pelican 1730 case has interior dimensions of 34 inches by 24 inches by 12.5 inches and can accommodate longer steadicam setups compared to the 1650.
- Some EFP rig configurations exceed the length capacity of the Pelican 1650 case even with compact sled designs.
- The Pelican 1650 and Storm Case 2950 are used successfully by operators to transport EFP rigs.
- The Pelican 1660 double-height case may accommodate an EFP rig along with additional equipment like arm and front mount vest.
- The 1730 case is only marginally heavier than the 1650 despite its larger capacity, with US retail pricing around 400 dollars.
- Pelican rifle cases like the 1700 and 1720 offer sufficient length but limited width at 5.25 inches for most rig storage.
Depends on
- The 1730 case dimensions may be impractical for transport despite adequate capacity.
- Specific rig configurations were not fully detailed, so case suitability depends on individual setup dimensions.
- The discussion does not resolve which case option is optimal for all EFP rig types.
- Pricing information was only confirmed for the 1730 at the time of discussion.