Straining and measuring tripod & head

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The Straining tripod wheel can be adjusted both vertically an laterally to bring the tape into close contact with the measuring head.

The measuring head is on a levelling base which can also be fitted with a  optical plummet to transfer to a ground mark.

Under the straining tripod the weight can just be seen.