Classic

The gas-strut hardshell in TentBox's range, opening in a minute and holding bedding inside when closed.

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What stands out

60-second gas-strut opening
5-year warranty
Bedding stays inside when packed

What to weigh up

67 kg for a two-person tent
No skylight, unlike the cheaper Lite
Rated to 50 mph wind, which some rivals exceed

Full specifications

Overview
Type	Hardshell
Opening style	Clamshell
Sleeps	2
Season rating	4-season
List price	$3,050
Weight and size
Weight	148 lb
Packed length	7 ft 2 in
Packed width	4 ft 2 in
Packed height	13.8 in
Living space
Sleeping length	7 ft 2 in
Sleeping width	4 ft 2 in
Floor area	30 sq ft
Interior height	3 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.	60 sec
Shell material	ABS shell with aluminium frame and stainless steel hardware
Fabric	Stormproof breathable UV-resistant fabric, 3000 mm hydrostatic head
Warranty	5years
Features
Integrated LED lighting	Yes
Heater / HVAC port	No
Roof skylight	No
Annex available	—
Solar ready	No
Carries cargo on top	No

Mounts to Thule, Front Runner crossbars and platform racks. Check it against your vehicle's roof load limit.

Specifications last verified 2026-08-11 against TentBox'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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