ULTRARM MOTOCRANE
Vehicle Description:
Elevate your cinematography with our Nissan Navara and Motocrane Ultra Arm. Designed for dynamic, high-speed shots, the Ultra Arm offers 360° movement and precise, stable camera control. Mounted on the rugged Navara, it’s the ideal setup for commercials, action scenes, and bold cinematic storytelling.
The vehicle can be configured in the following three options:
CRANE
L
Technical information
| HEAD FRONT-MOUNTED | CM | DEGREES |
| Maximum Height in Motion (at sensor level) | 280 | 18° |
| Maximum Static Height (at sensor level) | 315 | 24° |
| Minimum Height in Motion | 54 | -25° |
| Minimum Static Height | 54 | -25° |
| Height with Tail at 0° (at sensor level) | 292 | 0 |
| Height with Camera Position at 0° (at sensor level) | 164 | 0 |
| Maximum Reach from Tower (to sensor) | 374 | 0 |
| Maximum Tail Length (from tower) – pivot to counterweight | 174 | 0 |
| HEAD REAR-MOUNTED | CM | DEGREES |
| Maximum Height in Motion (at sensor level) | 331 | -22° |
| Maximum Static Height (at sensor level) | 350 | 25° |
| Minimum Height in Motion | 50 | -20° |
| Minimum Static Height | 50 | -20° |
| Height with Tail at 0° (at sensor level) | 292 | 0 |
| Height with Camera Position at 0° (at sensor level) | 164 | 0 |
| Maximum Reach from Tower (to sensor) | 374 | 0 |
| Maximum Tail Length (from tower) – pivot to counterweight | 147 | 0 |
CRANE
M
Technical information
| HEAD FRONT-MOUNTED | CM | DEGREES |
| Maximum Height in Motion (at sensor level) | 252 | 21° |
| Maximum Static Height (at sensor level) | 277 | 55° |
| Minimum Height in Motion | 54 | -25° |
| Minimum Static Height | 126 | -27° |
| Height with Tail at 0° (at sensor level) | 292 | 0 |
| Height with Camera Position at 0° (at sensor level) | 164 | 0 |
| Maximum Reach from Tower (to sensor) | 272 | 0 |
| Maximum Tail Length (from tower) – pivot to counterweight | 174 | 0 |
| HEAD REAR-MOUNTED | CM | DEGREES |
| Maximum Height in Motion (at sensor level) | 2884 | 23° |
| Maximum Static Height (at sensor level) | 284 | 23° |
| Minimum Height in Motion | 54 | -25° |
| Minimum Static Height | 157 | -6° |
| Height with Tail at 0° (at sensor level) | 292 | 0 |
| Height with Camera Position at 0° (at sensor level) | 164 | 0 |
| Maximum Reach from Tower (to sensor) | 171,5 | 0 |
| Maximum Tail Length (from tower) – pivot to counterweight | 147 | 0 |
CRANE
S
Technical information
| HEAD FRONT-MOUNTED | CM | DEGREES |
| Maximum Height in Motion (at sensor level) | 222 | 20° |
| Maximum Static Height (at sensor level) | 252 | 25° |
| Minimum Height in Motion | 155 | -3° |
| Minimum Static Height | 155 | -3° |
| Height with Tail at 0° (at sensor level) | 292 | 0 |
| Height with Camera Position at 0° (at sensor level) | 164 | 0 |
| Maximum Reach from Tower (to sensor) | 171,5 | 0 |
| Maximum Tail Length (from tower) – pivot to counterweight | 174 | 0 |
| HEAD REAR-MOUNTED | CM | DEGREES |
| Maximum Height in Motion (at sensor level) | 331 | 26° |
| Maximum Static Height (at sensor level) | 350 | 26° |
| Minimum Height in Motion | 50 | 0 |
| Minimum Static Height | – | – |
| Height with Tail at 0° (at sensor level) | 292 | 0 |
| Height with Camera Position at 0° (at sensor level) | 164 | 0 |
| Maximum Reach from Tower (to sensor) | 171,5 | 0 |
| Maximum Tail Length (from tower) – pivot to counterweight | 147 | 0 |
Motocrane Arm Piece
The Motocrane Arm Piece is a lightweight yet robust core element of the system, providing stability and smooth camera movement for dynamic, high-speed cinematography.
Spec
- Boom / Reach: 12 ft (≈ 3.65 m)
- Max Payload: 55 lbs / 25 kg (up to 65 lbs / 30 kg with Heavylift upgrade)
- Max Vehicle Speed: 75+ mph (≈ 120 km/h)
- Materials: Aerospace-grade aluminium (6061-T6, 7075)
- Weather Rating: IP65 (dust and water resistant)
- Isolator / Dampening: 3-axis passive nose dampening + isolator
- Weight: ~ 190 lbs (≈ 86 kg)
- Mounting: TÜV-certified 2″ speedrail clamps; optional Suction Speedrail Grid; Mitchell head mount
- Compatible Gimbals: Freefly Movi XL/Pro, DJI Ronin 2, Flighthead Mini, Arri SRH-3
- Operating Temp: –34 °C to +43 °C
MOTOCRANE BASE DRIVER-UNIT
The MotoCrane Base Driver Unit (BDU) powers and controls the ULTRA arm. Plug-and-play compatible with both the standard and XP Base, it delivers high torque, near-instant responsiveness, and precision swing control with zero backlash. Built rugged and efficient, the BDU supports demanding shots at speed while maintaining smooth motion and reliable performance.
Spec
- Boom / Reach: 12 ft (≈ 3.65 m)
- Max Payload: 55 lbs / 25 kg (up to 65 lbs / 30 kg with Heavylift upgrade)
- Max Vehicle Speed: 75+ mph (≈ 120 km/h)
- Materials: Aerospace-grade aluminium (6061-T6, 7075)
- Weather Rating: IP65 (dust and water resistant)
- Isolator / Dampening: 3-axis passive nose dampening + isolator
- Weight: ~ 190 lbs (≈ 86 kg)
- Mounting: TÜV-certified 2″ speedrail clamps; optional Suction Speedrail Grid; Mitchell head mount
- Compatible Gimbals: Freefly Movi XL/Pro, DJI Ronin 2, Flighthead Mini, Arri SRH-3
- Operating Temp: –34 °C to +43 °C
MOTOCRANE POWER UNIT
The Ultra Arm Power Unit supplies 48V power to the Motocrane ULTRA system, driving its motors and electronics through a dedicated CAN-BUS interface. Built for reliability, it ensures consistent performance in high-speed and demanding environments
Spec
- Boom / Reach: 12 ft (≈ 3.65 m)
- Max Payload: 55 lbs / 25 kg (up to 65 lbs / 30 kg with Heavylift upgrade)
- Max Vehicle Speed: 75+ mph (≈ 120 km/h)
- Materials: Aerospace-grade aluminium (6061-T6, 7075)
- Weather Rating: IP65 (dust and water resistant)
- Isolator / Dampening: 3-axis passive nose dampening + isolator
- Weight: ~ 190 lbs (≈ 86 kg)
- Mounting: TÜV-certified 2″ speedrail clamps; optional Suction Speedrail Grid; Mitchell head mount
- Compatible Gimbals: Freefly Movi XL/Pro, DJI Ronin 2, Flighthead Mini, Arri SRH-3
- Operating Temp: –34 °C to +43 °C
MOTOCRANE TURRET UNIT
The Motocrane Turret Unit can also be rented as a standalone component, giving you flexibility to integrate it into your existing rig or pair it with other equipment. Engineered for smooth rotation and precise control, it’s ideal for both dynamic action shots and controlled cinematic moves, ensuring adaptability across a wide range of productions.
Spec
- Boom / Reach: 12 ft (≈ 3.65 m)
- Max Payload: 55 lbs / 25 kg (up to 65 lbs / 30 kg with Heavylift upgrade)
- Max Vehicle Speed: 75+ mph (≈ 120 km/h)
- Materials: Aerospace-grade aluminium (6061-T6, 7075)
- Weather Rating: IP65 (dust and water resistant)
- Isolator / Dampening: 3-axis passive nose dampening + isolator
- Weight: ~ 190 lbs (≈ 86 kg)
- Mounting: TÜV-certified 2″ speedrail clamps; optional Suction Speedrail Grid; Mitchell head mount
- Compatible Gimbals: Freefly Movi XL/Pro, DJI Ronin 2, Flighthead Mini, Arri SRH-3
- Operating Temp: –34 °C to +43 °C
MOTOCRANE FLOWCINE TRANQUILIZER
This is the most widely used vibration isolator for Motocrane systems, trusted across productions for its ability to deliver smooth, stable footage even in high-speed environments. Available as a standalone rental, it can be easily integrated into your existing rig and configured to minimize unwanted vibrations. Designed for stability and precision, it ensures flawless camera movements, making it an essential tool for dynamic, speed-driven shoots.
Spec
- Boom / Reach: 12 ft (≈ 3.65 m)
- Max Payload: 55 lbs / 25 kg (up to 65 lbs / 30 kg with Heavylift upgrade)
- Max Vehicle Speed: 75+ mph (≈ 120 km/h)
- Materials: Aerospace-grade aluminium (6061-T6, 7075)
- Weather Rating: IP65 (dust and water resistant)
- Isolator / Dampening: 3-axis passive nose dampening + isolator
- Weight: ~ 190 lbs (≈ 86 kg)
- Mounting: TÜV-certified 2″ speedrail clamps; optional Suction Speedrail Grid; Mitchell head mount
- Compatible Gimbals: Freefly Movi XL/Pro, DJI Ronin 2, Flighthead Mini, Arri SRH-3
- Operating Temp: –34 °C to +43 °C
