Lightrize

The Lightrize is a twin-fold aluminium hardshell rooftop tent for two, using a lightweight composite honeycomb baseboard and 280gsm polycotton canvas.

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What stands out

Integrated 12V/USB-A/USB-C power and dual dimmable LED strips
German-engineered Stabilus gas struts
Composite honeycomb base keeps the shell relatively light

What to weigh up

Manufacturer does not publish external dimensions
Awning/annex bracket kit listed as 'coming soon'

Full specifications

Overview
Type	Hardshell
Opening style	Fold-out
Sleeps	2
Season rating	—
List price	$3,300
Weight and size
Weight	176 lb est.
Packed length	7 ft 3 in
Packed width	4 ft 7 in
Packed height	8.3 in
Living space
Sleeping length	6 ft 7 in
Sleeping width	3 ft 11 in
Floor area	25.8 sq ft
Interior height	—
Mattress thickness	2 in
Setup and build
Setup timeManufacturer's claim where published; otherwise estimated from tent type. Expect longer in practice.	~60 secest.
Shell material	6-Series Aluminium Alloy Extrusions with composite honeycomb baseboard
Fabric	280gsm Ripstop Polycotton Canvas body; 420D Polyester Oxford Ripstop fly (3000mm waterhead)
Warranty	3years
Features
Integrated LED lighting	Yes
Heater / HVAC port	—
Roof skylight	—
Annex available	—
Solar ready	—
Carries cargo on top	—

Specifications last verified 2026-08-11 against Darche's own product page. Fields the manufacturer does not publish are shown as —. A weight marked “est.” is a third-party figure used where the maker publishes none.

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