Manfrotto 055 3-Section TripodThe 055 redefines the 3 section aluminum tripod. Thanks to its size and shape, and to the materials used, new 055 tripod delivers an unprecedented level of stiffness. 90 Center Column Mechanism The key feature of the 055XPRO3 is its 90 Degree Center column mechanism, which allows the column to be extended vertically as normal, or horizontally. The horizontal column mechanism is housed within the tripod's top casting for compactness, but it is easily