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Hydrascope 50

Chapman Leonard is proud to be the manufacturer of the Hydrascope telescopic crane, which is manufactured in the USA at our facility. The Hydrascope is operated by a hydraulic system, providing smooth and fluid movements. The Hydrascope is also waterproof, meaning it can be used for a variety of applications from rain scenes, water submersion, and weathers well in harsh and dusty conditions.

Product Overview and Key Features Specifications Downloads

Chapman Leonard is proud to be the manufacturer of the Hydrascope telescopic crane, which is manufactured in the USA at our facility. The Hydrascope is operated by a hydraulic system, providing smooth and fluid movements. The Hydrascope is also waterproof, meaning it can be used for a variety of applications from rain scenes, water submersion, and weathers well in harsh and dusty conditions. The unique Hydrascope feature is the rotary handset, designed to give the same booming operation feel as a dolly. These features make the Hydrascope a great choice for filmmakers who need a reliable and efficient crane, that can handle the harshest location. Sizes include 70', 50', 40', 32', 20', and 15’. The Hydrascopes are all capable of heavy cameras and head payloads. The nose allows for quick over to under-slung rotation in seconds. The Hydrascope is a strong and reliable telescopic crane that is suitable for use in any type of environment. 

Hydrascope 50 Key Features

  • Waterproof Telescoping Crane System Heavy Duty Construction for use on Land and Underwater
  • Quick Easy Setup
  • 360 Degree Rotation
  • 30 volt DC Chapman or Lithium Battery Included
  • AC/DC Converter included
  • Telescoping operation by your choice of thumb (aka pickle) or removable hand control valve
  • Can be used with your choice of remote head up to 250 lb total payload
  • Accepts standard Mitchell Mount for both Remote Head and Base
  • Works with your choice of ECS Base, Olympian III or Mav 52 each featuring Telescoping, Auto Leveling Center Post for easy mounting and unmounting as well as making transport on set efficient and quick
  • Two or Three Trained Technicians Dispatched with Every Unit
  • ECS Base works on track
  • Comes enclosed in a Chapman/Leonard truck or enclosed trailer for storage
  • Fits Through a Most Doorways when mounted on ECS Base or Olympian III
  • ECS Base features an hydraulic center post, with 55in of vertical travel
  • ECS Base fits through 52in Doorway
Full extension
51’3”
Travel length
40’6”
Fully retracted
10’9”
Rear length
11’6”
Max speed
7’ per sec
Max nose load underslung w/ leveling nose
215 lbs.
Max nose load w/ orbiter nose
(Specs coming Soon) / M7 evo required.
Max load over slung w/ leveling nose
(Specs coming Soon)
Max Height to Mitchel over slung, on ECS base posted up
53’9”
Max Height to Mitchell under slung, on ECS base posted up
51’6”
Lowest Point of Arm on ECS base posted down and leveled.
6’11”
Lowest Point of fulcrum pivot point on ECS base posted down
6’8”
Max Height to Mitchel over slung, on Mini Mav posted up
52’6”
Max Height to Mitchell under slung, on Mini Mav posted up
50’3”
Lowest Point of Arm on Mini Mav posted down and leveled.
9’9”
Lowest Point of fulcrum pivot point on ECS base posted down.
9’8”
Max Height to Mitchel over slung, on Olympian posted up
44’ (Max angle 42 deg)
Max Height to Mitchell under slung, on Olympian posted up
42’
Lowest Point of Arm on Olympian posted down and leveled
8’
Crane Weight with ECS base, M7 and standard camera package
8,800 LBS
Crane Weight with Mini Mav, M7 and standard camera package
(Specs coming Soon)
Crane Weight with Olympian, M7 and standard camera package
8,112 LBS
Shipping Weight of stripped arm
(Specs coming Soon)
Shipping Weight of stripped arm in crate
(Specs coming Soon)

All Specs are to the Mitchell nose mount, excluding addition length and height that will be easily acquired with the M7Evo and Chapman ORBITOR

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