Description
The Kopfjager K500 is the tripod for the hunter or range shooter who wants a genuinely stable rest without hauling around a heavy, overbuilt rig. It's cut from hard-anodized aluminum with CNC-machined twist locks, weighs in at just 3.1 pounds, and still carries an 80-pound load rating. That means it holds a rifle, a spotting scope, or a big pair of binos steady without any noticeable flex, which is exactly what you want when the crosshairs need to sit still at distance.
What Makes the K500 Adapt to Any Position
Four-section legs and three locking angles at 23, 55, and 83 degrees let you set up almost anywhere. The height range runs from a tall 53.9 inches down to a low-profile 3 inches, so you can shoot standing, drop to a knee, or get flat in the prone without switching gear. The twist-lock legs deploy fast when a shot opportunity shows up, and the interchangeable rubber and spike feet give you real bite on hard-packed dirt, loose soil, or uneven rock.
Built to Travel With the Kopfjager K500
Folded down to 19.1 inches, this thing straps to a pack easily and disappears into a truck without eating up space. For anyone covering serious miles in the backcountry, that combination of low weight and small folded length is the whole point. It gives you a solid shooting foundation you'll actually carry instead of leaving behind.
Mounting the Kopfjager K500
The K500 plays nicely with the wider Kopfjager ecosystem, now branded as KJI. It's compatible with Reaper mounting systems and ball heads, running on the standard 3/8-16 thread that the whole tripod lineup shares. If you already own a Reaper Grip, a Reaper Rail, or a Nomad or Titan ball head, they'll carry right over. It's a straightforward, no-lock-in setup that lets you build the exact rest configuration your rifle and glass call for.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Kopfjager (KJI)
- Model: K500
- Manufacturer Part Number: KJ85006
- UPC: 840284903471
- Material: Hard-anodized aluminum with CNC-machined twist locks
- Weight: 3.1 lbs
- Load Rating: 80 lbs
- Max Height: 53.9 in
- Minimum Height: 3 in
- Folded Length: 19.1 in
- Leg Sections: 4-section
- Leg Angles: 23°, 55°, 83°
- Feet: Interchangeable rubber and spike
- Mounting Thread: 3/8-16
- Head Compatibility: Reaper Grip, Reaper Rail, Nomad and Titan ball heads
What’s Included
- Kopfjager K500 aluminum tripod
- Interchangeable rubber feet
- Interchangeable spike feet
Frequently Asked Questions
How much weight can the Kopfjager K500 hold?
The K500 carries an 80-pound load rating, which is plenty for a rifle, a spotting scope, or heavy binoculars without any flex. That capacity is impressive given the tripod itself only weighs 3.1 pounds. It's built to keep your setup rock steady even under a heavy optic.
What positions can I shoot from with the K500?
With four-section legs and three locking angles at 23, 55, and 83 degrees, the K500 adjusts from a standing height of 53.9 inches down to a low 3-inch profile. That range covers standing, kneeling, and prone shooting without any gear swaps. The twist-lock legs let you make those changes quickly in the field.
Will my Kopfjager Reaper Grip and ball heads fit the K500?
Yes. The K500 uses the standard 3/8-16 thread shared across the Kopfjager and KJI lineup, so it's compatible with Reaper Grip and Reaper Rail systems along with Nomad and Titan ball heads. If you already own those accessories, they carry right over with no proprietary lock-in.
Is the K500 easy to pack for backcountry hunts?
It is. At 3.1 pounds and folding down to 19.1 inches, the K500 straps to a pack or tucks into a truck without taking up much room. That low weight and compact folded length make it a strong pick for hunters covering long miles or anyone who wants a portable range setup.





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