Universal Roof - Tent Black Shell Dark Grey For Pickup SUV 4X4 Car

A hard-shell roof tent has a rigid outer shell that closes over the sleeping area when packed. This model uses an aluminium alloy frame for the shell rather than ABS plastic, which makes it more rigid and resistant to denting during transit on rough tracks. When closed, the shell sits flat on the roof at just 18 cm in height. When open, the rigid panels form the floor and sides of the sleeping area, while the 280g polyester-cotton canvas makes up the walls and roof of the tent.

This tent is rated for three people. The open floor measures 210 x 142 cm, which provides enough space for three adults to sleep. The interior height of 150 cm means all three occupants can sit fully upright. The 30D high-density sponge mattress covers the full floor area. If you only need a two-person tent, the other models in the Bragan range offer a smaller and lighter option. View the full roof tent range to compare sizes.

The aluminium alloy shell panels fold flat against each other when the tent is closed, producing a very low 18 cm profile. This is one of the flattest closed profiles available in this class of roof tent. The benefit is reduced aerodynamic drag at motorway speeds, lower total vehicle height for car parks and ferry decks, and a cleaner look on the roof when the tent is not in use. Always check your total vehicle height with the tent mounted before using multi-story car parks or ferry services with deck height limits.

The black exterior shell absorbs more heat from direct sunlight than lighter colours. However, the sleeping area temperature is determined mainly by the canvas walls rather than the hard shell, which is closed during transit and open when you are inside the tent. The 150 cm internal height and canvas construction allow for ventilation. If you are camping primarily in hot summer conditions or Southern Europe, the lighter beige or khaki colour variants in the Bragan range may be worth considering.

The 280 g polyester-cotton canvas on this tent is woven in a plaid pattern rather than the plain canvas finish used on other models in the range. The plaid weave is a stylistic difference that also reflects the dark grey colour scheme of the tent interior. The canvas is PU coated to achieve the 3000 mm waterproof rating and functions in the same way as plain canvas in terms of weather protection.

A hardshell tent has rigid panels, in this case, aluminum alloy, that protect the canvas during transit and are open to form the tent structure. A soft-shell tent uses a fabric cover that folds or compresses when packed. Hard-shell tents generally close to a lower packed height, are more resistant to damage from road debris and branches, and require less setup time. Soft-shell tents are typically lighter and less expensive. For UK and European all-weather use, the hard-shell construction provides better transit protection.

Yes, provided your vehicle has roof cross bars fitted with a load rating that covers the 83 kg gross weight of this tent. The closed base is 210 x 142 cm. Measure your roof bar spread against this dimension before ordering. Before purchasing, confirm that the closed and open dimensions do not interfere with your tailgate or rear doors on your specific vehicle model and year.