Tank Trap

Built for the demands of professional film and television production, the Tank Trap delivers a stable, low-profile solution for vertical mounting on set. Designed for strength, practicality, and efficient storage, it provides a secure anchoring point for scaffold tubes, lighting rigs, scenic builds, and technical setups across studio and location environments.

Key Features

600mm x 600mm heavy-duty steel base for strong anchoring
50mm receiver tube
2 x wing knobs included for fast, tool-free securing
Cut storage slot allows efficient stacking of multiple units
Single hand hole for easier lifting and transport
M10 threaded hole in each corner to accept optional castor wheel set
Compatible with 4 x castor wheel kit (sold separately)
Durable black powder-coated finish
Approx. weight: 16kg

Specifications

Base size: 600mm x 600mm
Receiver: 50mm
Fixing: 2 x wing knobs (included)
Castor mounting: M10 threaded holes (x4 corners)
Weight: Approx. 16kg
Material: Black powder-coated steel

£ 85.00

(Tax excluded)

Terms and Conditions
30 day money back guarantee for standard carts, see terms and conditions for bespoke.
Shipping: Approximately 3 working weeks due to all carts being hand built to order

Tank Trap – Heavy-Duty Vertical Mounting Base for Film & TV

The Tank Trap is a professional-grade vertical mounting solution designed specifically for the film and television industry. Built for strength, stability, and versatility on set, it provides a secure anchoring base for 48–51mm scaffold tubes and similar poles — making it ideal for rigging lights, flags, scenic elements, and practical fixtures.

With a solid 600mm square steel base and integrated 50mm receiver tube, the Tank Trap delivers dependable ground support where traditional stands aren’t practical or stable enough.

Designed for Every Department on Set

Lighting Department

Vertical mounting of LED panels, tube lights, practicals, and lightweight fixtures
Ideal for creating floor-based goalposts or custom lighting rigs
Perfect for tight studio spaces where wide-stance stands are restrictive
Strong anchoring for architectural or low-profile lighting builds

Grip Department

Stable base for scaffold structures and pipe builds
Ideal for negative fill frames and lightweight rigging towers
Secure freestanding verticals without fixing into studio floors

Art Department & Set Dec

Mount signage, scenic elements, or freestanding set pieces
Secure temporary builds safely during production
Clean, professional solution for practical poles and props

Camera & Sound

Support for monitor poles, antenna masts, and lightweight accessories
Useful for video village adaptations and technical rigging setups

Bespoke

We don’t just build bespoke carts, we design and manufacture custom equipment to make life on set easier. If you’ve got an idea that would improve your workflow, get in touch below and let’s see how we can design and build it for you.

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