Pursuit Systems

Name

Pursuit Systems

Legal name

Pursuit Systems, Inc.

Website

https://pursuitsystems.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Film Equipment Rental

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing (33621), Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (33431), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Truck Trailers (3715), Truck & Bus Bodies (3713), Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)

akta.pro primary industry

Production Vehicles & Transportation (Trucks, Trailers, Drivers) (MPADAFAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Camera, Grip & Lighting Equipment Rental (MPADAFAB), Live-Action Stunts, Action & Specialty Unit Production (MPADABAJ)

Keywords

• Camera vehicle rental
• Gyro-stabilized remote heads
• Film crane equipment
• Specialty camera rigs
• Camera car services

Headquarters

HQ city

North Hollywood

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Camera Equipment Rental: Rental of specialized camera vehicles, cranes, remote heads, and specialty rigs to film productions. Equipment includes camera cars (Porsche Cayenne Turbo, BMW X5 M, Mercedes ML63 AMG, Ford Raptor, etc.), pursuit cranes, gyro-stabilized remote heads, and specialty camera platforms.
2. Custom Equipment Fabrication: Custom design and engineering services for specialty camera rigs and equipment solutions when standard equipment cannot meet production requirements.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Pursuit Systems rents specialty dynamic film equipment and supplies trained operators, drivers, and stunt coordinators directly to feature film, television, and commercial productions. The offering centers on a fleet of modified camera vehicles (including Porsche Cayenne Turbo, BMW X5 M, Mercedes ML63 AMG, Ford Raptor, off-road buggies, a pursuit boat, and Polaris/Yamaha UTVs), Pursuit Crane systems (standard, extended, and marine), gyro-stabilized remote heads, process trailers, the R1 carbon-fiber rigging system, and a 4,500 sq. ft. in-house fabrication capability for custom equipment solutions when standard gear cannot meet a production's needs.

Product overview

Pursuit Systems provides specialty dynamic film equipment for the entertainment industry, enabling filmmakers to capture high-performance footage. The product portfolio consists of five main categories: (1) Camera Vehicles including BMW X5 M, Porsche Cayenne Turbo, Mercedes ML63 AMG, Ford Edge ST, Ford Raptor, Off Road Buggy, Pursuit Boat, Polaris RZR, Polaris RZR EV, Yamaha YXZ, Electric Kart, and Insert Car; (2) Cranes including Standard Pursuit Crane (12/16/20 ft), Extended Pursuit Crane (26 ft), and Pursuit Marine Crane; (3) Remote Heads including Pursuit Black Unicorn, Pursuit Maximus (7-axis), Pursuit Flight Heads (3/4-axis), Pursuit Compact, and Pursuit H1; (4) Process Trailers and Tow Dollys; and (5) Specialty Rigs including R1 Carbon Fiber Rig and custom Fabrication services. Equipment features gyro-stabilized technology, all-wheel drive capabilities, HD monitoring systems, and intercom systems. The company engineers and fabricates equipment in-house for high-speed, all-terrain film production.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• BMW X5 M Camera Vehicle High-performance camera vehicle delivering power, speed, and handling, equipped with front and rear HD monitors and intercom system for film and commercial productions.
• Porsche Cayenne Turbo Camera Vehicle Specially modified camera car combining high performance and versatility, compatible with popular gyro-stabilized heads on remote arms; features user-friendly interiors, front and rear HD video monitors, and all-wheel drive for on-road and off-road filming.
• Mercedes ML63 AMG Camera Vehicle Powerful, agile, and versatile high-performance camera car arriving in dedicated enclosed transport with minimal setup, complete with HD video monitors and front and rear intercoms.
• Ford Edge ST Camera Vehicle First Ford Performance SUV specially modified in-house by Pursuit Systems, delivering acceleration, speed, braking, and handling required of a high-performance camera car with large front and rear HD monitors and intercom system.
• Ford Raptor Camera Vehicle Off-road capable camera vehicle with the power and climbing ability needed for demanding locations, handling dirt, sand, or snow, equipped with large HD monitors and intercom system.
• Off Road Buggy (M1 Off-Road Camera Car) Baja-1000 proven purpose-built 500 HP four-seat off-road camera car capable of 100 mph speeds, featuring Quick-Change Post and Beam standard and optional Pursuit Gyro Stabilized Crane.
• Pursuit Boat Custom modified marine camera platform designed for military, Coast Guard, and law enforcement use, with a highly stable shooting platform that keeps crew safely sealed inside the cabin while providing fast and nimble marine cinematography.
• Polaris RZR Camera Vehicle Specially modified Polaris RZR for challenging terrain, compact and nimble, seating four passengers and equipped with HD monitors and intercom system.
• Polaris RZR EV Camera Vehicle Electric Polaris RZR platform for filming where terrain is challenging, size is a concern, and noise is a priority, fully equipped with HD monitors and intercom system.
• Yamaha YXZ Camera Vehicle Compact single-passenger-plus-driver camera vehicle capable on and off-road, accepts any gyro-stabilized head on post and beam setup, equipped with HD monitor and intercom system.
• Electric Kart Silent, agile, and compact grip-friendly camera platform that paces walking actors or accelerates up to 35 mph, fitting a wide variety of arms and remote or standard heads; air suspension makes it an excellent multi-camera platform.
• Insert Car 2007 Chevy 3500HD four-wheel-drive camera car with self-correcting rear air-ride suspension, detachable front platform, over-the-cab platform, onboard 300 amp single or three-phase AC generator, and 7-position rear tow.
• Standard Pursuit Crane Remote-controlled stabilized crane available in 12, 16, and 20 foot lengths, proven over 10 years on big-budget features; tested at speeds exceeding 120 mph and temperatures above 130 degrees, impervious to rain and snow, with adaptive electronics in the Flight Dek controller enabling movement from 1/100 to 90+ degrees per second.
• Extended Pursuit Crane Extended version of the Pursuit Crane platform with six additional feet, reaching 26 feet total length with 150 lbs max payload weight.
• Pursuit Marine Crane Marine-mounted Pursuit Crane reaching 16 feet in length with the Flight Dek controller enabling precise movement from 1/100 to 90+ degrees/sec and a 300 lbs max payload for water-based cinematography.
• Pursuit Black Unicorn Remote Head Pursuit Systems' newest remote head designed for the highest speed, response, and stabilization; accommodates cameras with lenses up to 350mm zoom plus matte boxes, spinners, lens motors, MDRs, witness cameras, and moderate 3D rigs, with up to 80 lbs payload and up to 240 degrees/sec.
• Pursuit Maximus Remote Head 7-axis carbon-fiber gyro-stabilized head designed by Spacecam Systems Inc, offering 360-degree continuous rotation in all axes, up to 240 degrees/sec, 76 lbs head weight with 75 lbs payload, and operator-friendly inputs including wheels, joysticks, and pan bars.
• Pursuit Flight Heads Gyro-stabilized remote heads available in 3-Axis and 4-Axis configurations at 73 lbs head weight with 121 lbs payload and up to 120 degrees/sec pan and tilt speed, compatible with both wheels and joysticks for flexible control options.
• Pursuit Compact Remote Head Solid, long-standing 3-axis gyro-stabilized remote head used across feature films, commercials, and television, offering a smaller footprint than larger Pursuit Flight Heads with equivalent capability and compatibility with wheels and joysticks.
• Pursuit H1 Remote Head Lightweight remote head designed to complement the R1 Carbon Fiber rigging system, accepts Arriflex 435 and similar cameras, with Microforce joystick providing precise 2- or 3-axis movement and optional motion control capability in association with Camera Control Inc.
• Process Trailer Ultra-low process trailer with 21.5 foot overall length and 7,500 pound gross capacity; adjustable air bags allow clearance from 5 to 11 inches, with an expandable work platform to 14 foot path and 5th wheel attachment for tighter turning radius.
• Tow Dollys Lower-camera-position tow dollies designed for rigging directly on-vehicle with hood mounts and hostess trays, available in multiple configurations to accommodate four-wheel or two-wheel vehicles for a more natural filming perspective.
• R1 Carbon Fiber Rigging System (R1 Rig) Original carbon fiber rigging system designed for locked-off action cinematography, suitable for still and cinema cameras and ideal for picture cars; offers a 180-degree range of motion with smooth starts and stops, with max arm length of 22 feet for camera and 45 feet for still, and an industry presence of nearly 20 years.
• Custom Equipment Fabrication Service In-house design, engineering, and fabrication of nearly every Pursuit Systems equipment element delivered through a 4,500 sq. ft. fully-equipped fabrication shop; skilled craftsmen combine sound design with engineering to produce custom camera rig solutions when standard equipment cannot meet production requirements.

Quantifiable outcome

• Equipment pushed to speeds exceeding 120 mph
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature10 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Stunts Unlimited: Cooperative of Hollywood stunt professionals that coordinates stunts, vehicles, and specialty camera work on action productions. Overlaps with Pursuit on vehicle-mounted action cinematography and stunt-driver talent.
• Aerial Camera Systems (ACS): Provides aerial and specialty camera mounting solutions, including helicopter and vehicle-mounted stabilized systems, for major film productions. Comparable in serving action-filming needs with proprietary stabilization hardware.
• Shotover Camera Systems: Manufacturer of gyro-stabilized camera platforms for aerial, vehicle-mounted, and marine cinematography. Competes with Pursuit in the stabilized-head category and is often spec'd on the same major productions.
• Chapman/Leonard Studio Equipment: Long-established provider of camera dollies, cranes, remote heads, and vehicle-mounted rigs for film and TV productions. Most direct competitor to Pursuit in specialty dynamic film equipment rental with overlapping camera-crane and stabilized-head offerings.
• Spacecam Systems Inc. Designer/manufacturer of gyro-stabilized remote camera heads (e.g., the Maximus used in Pursuit's product line). Direct peer/partner in stabilized cinematography technology for film and aerial work.
• Huston Camera Cars: Specializes in camera-car and process-trailer rentals for Hollywood action productions. Direct peer with similar fleet-based model serving major feature films and television.

Emerging players

• Freefly Systems: Maker of the MōVI stabilized gimbal and ALTA drone platforms used heavily in modern film production. Competes in the stabilization/camera-movement category with more compact, software-centric solutions versus Pursuit's larger specialty rigs.

Broad incumbents

• Keslow Camera: Large provider of high-end digital cinema cameras, lenses, and accessories to feature film and television productions. Overlaps with Pursuit on production equipment rentals though with broader, less specialized offerings.
• Panavision: Dominant full-service provider of cameras, lenses, and production equipment to the film industry. Competes broadly for production equipment budgets though not specifically in chase vehicles or specialty dynamic rigs.
• DJI: Global leader in drones and stabilized camera gimbals (Ronin series). Increasingly substitutes for traditional chase-vehicle cinematography in lower-budget and streaming productions, making it a disruptive adjacent competitor to Pursuit's traditional model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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