Softshell
RoofBunk
Explorer XL
The Explorer XL is the mid-size tent in RoofBunk's three soft-shell Explorer models, widening the sleeping platform to a published 240 x 195cm for up to 4-5 occupants. RoofBunk lists open dimensions of 310 x 195cm (including the entrance canopy), a 65kg (143 lbs) weight, a 6cm memory-foam mattress and the same 320gsm poly-cotton canvas and 600D Oxford rainfly as the standard Explorer. It is offered on pre-order and rated 4-season by the maker.
What stands out
- Wider 240 x 195cm published sleeping area than the standard Explorer
- Weight published in both kg and lbs (65kg / 143 lbs)
- 4-season rated with the same canvas and rainfly as the rest of the range
What to weigh up
- Sold on pre-order rather than in stock at time of verification
- Manufacturer does not detail exactly what the quoted weight includes
- Setup time given only as a 2-4 minute range
Full specifications
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Type | Softshell |
| Opening style | Fold-out |
| Sleeps | 5 |
| Season rating | 4-season |
| List price | $2,000 |
| Weight and size | |
| Weight | 143 lb |
| Packed length | 6 ft 5 in |
| Packed width | 3 ft 11 in |
| Packed height | 11.8 in |
| Living space | |
| Sleeping length | 10 ft 2 in |
| Sleeping width | 6 ft 5 in |
| Floor area | 65.1 sq ft |
| Interior height | 4 ft 3 in |
| Mattress thickness | 2.4 in |
| Setup and build | |
| Setup timeManufacturer's claim where published; otherwise estimated from tent type. Expect longer in practice. | 4 min |
| Shell material | — |
| Fabric | 320gsm poly-cotton blend ripstop canvas body; 600D Oxford polyester rainfly |
| Warranty | 2years |
| Features | |
| Integrated LED lighting | Yes |
| Heater / HVAC port | — |
| Roof skylight | Yes |
| Annex available | — |
| Solar ready | — |
| Carries cargo on top | — |
Specifications last verified against RoofBunk's own product page. Fields the manufacturer does not publish are shown as —, never estimated.
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