Gen 3-R Expedition

The overlanding specialist's tent: aluminium rather than plastic, a heavy 400gsm double-layer canvas, and pre-wiring for solar via Anderson SB50 plugs. It stands 160 cm at the interior peak.

What stands out

Heavy 400gsm double-layer canvas
Pre-wired for solar with integrated LED and USB-C
Cargo rails rated for 50 kg

What to weigh up

Alu-Cab publishes no list price or warranty term
76 kg before mattress and ladder
230 cm closed length needs a full-length rack

Full specifications

Overview
Type	Hardshell
Opening style	Clamshell
Sleeps	2
Season rating	4-season
List price	—
Weight and size
Weight	168 lb
Packed length	7 ft 7 in
Packed width	4 ft 7 in
Packed height	11 in
Living space
Sleeping length	6 ft 11 in
Sleeping width	4 ft 3 in
Floor area	29.4 sq ft
Interior height	5 ft 3 in
Mattress thickness	2.8 in
Setup and build
Setup timeManufacturer's claim where published; otherwise estimated from tent type. Expect longer in practice.	~60 secest.
Shell material	Aluminium hard shell with insulated roof and base
Fabric	Double-layer 400gsm canvas, hydrostatic head above 1000 mm
Warranty	—
Features
Integrated LED lighting	Yes
Heater / HVAC port	Yes
Roof skylight	No
Annex available	—
Solar ready	Yes
Carries cargo on top	Yes

Mounts to Front Runner, Alu-Cab, Rhino-Rack crossbars and platform racks. Check it against your vehicle's roof load limit.

Specifications last verified 2026-07-20 against Alu-Cab's own product page. Fields the manufacturer does not publish are shown as —, never estimated.

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