Yes for leveling
One can always level with the tripod instead but it's generally more convenient with a flatbed to have a 2 or 3 way head
The Linhof rail cameras that match that head have round rails and can be leveled at the rail clamp.
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The A250-2 will More than support your Calumet.
I have recently been using a KPS T5D as a geared replacement for my Arca Swiss B1. So far it has been working well, although I have not put it through its paces with very heavy cameras (these days the largest format I shoot is 5x7). It's spec'd load capacity is 88 pounds. I preferred the KPS to the Arca cube due to its fully enclosed design (didn't want to deal with grit getting into the Cube). I have the screw knob version but they have a clamped version as well. The KPS is expensive but less so than the Cube.
https://www.legiophoto.com/products/...-quick-release
Here are a couple reviews from the web, albeit with much lighter cameras:
https://kendoophotography.wordpress....white-unicorn/
http://www.ironcreekphotographyblog....-ballhead.html
The ball diameter is smaller than that of the Arca B1, so I'm not sure how stable it would be with your Calumet. The dealer apparently has a loaner unit available in case you would like to test it:
https://www.legiophoto.com/pages/product-trial-program
I have a black calumet c-1 that I use in the field. It's around 18 pounds and I have two lenses in #3 shutters. It is heavier that other cameras - but only by a couple of pound more that a Kodak Masterview. I use a Gitzo PL5 head on Gitzo series 4 giant legs. Ok its a heavy rig to move around. You can spend thousands of dollars more to reduce the weight by only a few pounds. I used an old wood camera for quite a while - but it moved too easy in the field (wind) - creating camera movement on the negatives. The C-1 on an appropriate tripod is steady and sturdy. I don't pack it in very far - if I have to pack it in I use my 4x5.
So, I ended up getting the Manfrotto 400 and a Majestic.
For those who haven't seen the Manfrotto in-person, it's super impressive.
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