best truck tent for ram 1500 Tuff Stuff TS-RTT-ANX-ELT Elite Overland Roof Top Tent & Annex Room, 5 Person

best truck tent for ram 1500 Tuff Stuff TS-RTT-ANX-ELT Elite Overland Roof Top Tent & Annex Room, 5 PersonThe Tuff Stuff Elite Roof Top Tent is capable of sleeping 4 5 people. Enjoy the comfort of privacy with the removable split wall and separate entry doors. A removable lower annex room is included to provide an even more elite experience. Features & Benefits Four season tent with room for five people Massive 78 x 95 inch mattress (bigger than a California King) with a washable cover Manufactured from high quality 280D poly cotton windproof fabric

The Tuff Stuff Elite Roof Top Tent is capable of sleeping 4-5 people. Enjoy the comfort of privacy with the removable split wall and separate entry doors. A removable lower annex room is included to provide an even more elite experience.

Features & Benefits

• Four-season tent with room for five people
• Massive 78 x 95-inch mattress (bigger than a California King) with a washable cover
• Manufactured from high-quality 280D poly-cotton windproof fabric
• Removable internal divider splits the tent into two separate spaces
• Heavy-duty YKK zippers
• Includes a poly-oxford 420D rain fly with the best water-shedding ability on the market
• Pull out the overhead veranda
• Unfolds from either side of the vehicle (side or rear)
• All aluminum frame, ladder, and roof rack mounts
• All necessary hardware for complete installation (including tools)
• Heavy-duty PVC driving cover

Includes

• 2 qty Sliding Ladders
• 2 qty Entry Doors Rainfly
• Black PVC Cover Annex Room w/ floor
• 2.75-inch mattress
• 1 qty of Shoe bags that slide into the tents railing for outdoor storage
• Under tent storage hammock that can be mounted inside or outside of the tent
• Installation of hardware and necessary tools

Specifications

ACTUAL WEIGHT

• 194 lbs

WEIGHT CAPACITY

• 800 lbs
  

DIMENSIONS L/W/H

FOLDED CLOSED

• 79 x 48 x 16 inches

OPENED

• 79 x 96 x 52 inches

OPEN W/ OVERHANG

• 132 x 79 x 52 inches

DISTANCE BETWEEN MOUNTING RAILS

• 32 inches

SEASON

• 4 season

MATTRESS FOOTPRINT

• 78 x 96 inches
• 2.75-inch thick mattress

WINDOWS

• 6 including the doors
• "No see um" mosquito mesh w/ inner/outer cover for cold/wet weather
• Taped seams to prevent moisture from leaching in through the seams

ANNEX ROOM (INCLUDED)

• 113 x 90 inches
• 420D Oxford side walls & 1000D PVC floor
• Taped seams to prevent moisture from leaching in through the seams

Base

• Welded aluminum 2-inch frame w/ aluminum sheets (top & bottom)
• Insulated between joists to keep the warm air inside

Internal Frame

• 1" diameter aluminum poles
• 420D Oxford fabric coated

Tent Material

• 280G Cotton/Poly Rip-Stop
• Polyurethane-impregnated cotton/canvas for maximum waterproof/water shedding
• Taped seams to prevent moisture from leaching in through the seams

Rainfly

• 420D Oxford polyurethane coated for maximum waterproof/water shedding
• Taped seams to prevent moisture from leaching in through the seams

Driving Cover

• Black, 1000D PVC waterproof w/heavy-duty YKK zippers
• Zips on 3 sides/Slides into tent base on 4th side

Instructions

• Install time is approx 1-2 hours with 2 people. Detailed instructions are included.
• The annex room zips on after the tent has been installed.
• All necessary spikes are included.
• All necessary hardware included (even the tools) to mount to most all roof racks (using the custom extruded aluminum channel system).
• The ideal mounting height for the tent would be 76″-78″ above the ground to allow for the ladder to extend and annex to hang to the ground.

**Tent mounts slide In the lower mounting rail to accommodate any crossbars (left to right on the vehicle) with a spread of up to 52". We recommend your crossbars (left to right) are no more than 45" apart for optimal support. The included lower brackets will accept up to a 3.25" wide crossbar- Crossbars wider than 3.25" will require new brackets to be fabricated. Please see photos of the provided mounting brackets for a better idea of what to expect.**

PLEASE DO NOT fabricate your mounting rails before you receive your tent. It never ends up well.

PLEASE NOTE: MUST PROVIDE YOUR OWN ROOF RACK OR BASE FOR THE TENT TO BOLT TO

CLICK HERE FOR THE INSTALLATION MANUAL

FAQs

Will this tent fit my vehicle?

Roof top tents are not vehicle-specific. It is up to you to do your research. Make sure your vehicle has a stable roof rack that can support the weight of the tent on top, in addition to the people inside. Always refer to your vehicle manual.

Heavy-duty crossbars (left to right) are necessary to support the weight of the tent, and we recommend checking your factory rail system (front to back) to confirm it will hold the weight of your tent and the people inside. Max width of your crossbar should be 3.25" or less so there are no modifications needed to use the provided brackets. If your crossbars are wider than 3.25" you will need to purchase brackets from another source or have them manufactured for you.

Can I run my vehicle and tent through a car wash?

Not unless you're filming something for Instagram and don't care if your tent gets ripped from the vehicle like a category 5 hurricane.

What is the tent made from?

Manufactured from high-quality polyester/cotton windproof fabric.

I woke up and everything was wet inside, I thought this tent was waterproof.

It is, but watch out here comes the science. When you’re camping in colder weather a temperature gradient exists (cooler outside than inside) and so moisture will build up on the tent walls, ceiling, poles, and floor. An Anti-Condensation mat reduces the temperature gradient at the floor and allows moisture to escape. They also help with air flow inside the tent and provide a small amount of extra padding. These "Dry" mats also keep the mildew stink at bay. And be sure to keep those vents open. Trust us on that one.

Can I wash the cover for the mattress?

Yes, you can remove the cover and wash it.

Not unlike, "The Princess and the Pea" I too require an extremely soft mattress. Why don't you sell memory foam mattresses with your tents?

Have you ever fallen into a memory foam bed when it's cold? If so, then you know why we do not offer memory foam mattresses. Cold weather and memory foam are not friends. Not only does memory foam "freeze" up in the cold but it holds moisture and its little friend mold. RTT's have enough issues with condensation (see above). You do not want to add a hard, wet, moldy sponge to the mix.

Can I utilize the RTT access door from any side of the vehicle?

Yes, the roof top tent can fold open from the right or left side of the vehicle or trailer.

Do you include all of the hardware for installation?

Yes, the tent comes ready with all hardware and wrenches but you will need to have the roof top racks ready for installation. Always check the weight capacity of your racks and your vehicle.

How many people can this roof top tent sleep?

Comfortably 4-5 adults but if you have small children they can be placed in between you or in the free annex room that is included. Who are we kidding! Put those kids in the annex room and everyone will have a better trip! Just because you can do something doesn't mean you should.

Is this tent easy to open and close?

Compared to an Alpha, Alpha II or Stealth, no. Compared to other soft shell tents on the market, yes. Once you practice a few times in your driveway, the tent will take approximately 10-15 minutes to assembly. The bulk of that time is setting up the window rods so that the windows have an overhang.

Does this tent hold up in wind and rain?

Absolutely. The tent is waterproof as well as comes with a "Rain Fly" for those long rainy days. When secured correctly the tent will hold up to high winds.

Do I need to clean the tent every time I stop and camp?

No, the driving cover protects the tent. Even though it seems like "things" will get into the tent during travel time it won't. Having said that, we do suggest that once you get ready to hit the trail you open the tent up to "air it out", brush off the mattress protector, and then you are ready to enjoy the outdoor adventures.

Do I need to clean the inside of the tent after camping?

Unless you are blessed with OCD yes. Yes of course you do. Clean it and air it out. You're not a teenager anymore.

Do I need to air out the tent after camping?

Yes, that's why we said it twice. The tent doesn't come with mold but it will move in if you don't air it out after each trip. Your body creates moisture through heat and breathing. Or if you tinkle the bed after too many beers around the campfire. Air out your tent and you'll have it to enjoy for years.

Shipping / Delivery

Rooftop Tents ship via LTL Truck Freight and will ship separately from any other items in your cart.
Please allow 2-3 business days for your Tent to be palletized and picked up by the freight company.  You will receive a tracking confirmation as soon as your shipment is picked up from the warehouse.

Freight/Delivery times are 7-10 business days from our warehouse to the Destination Terminal.
Final Delivery is by Appointment, please provide the best phone number on your order to avoid any missed calls which will delay your delivery.  Please note that the available delivery days will vary based on the distance from the Destination Terminal and the Final Delivery address (your shipping address), if you are in a rural or remote area, the carrier may only service your area once a week. 

Do NOT miss your delivery once scheduled or you will be charged for rescheduling. We get charged and will pass the charge on to you.  

For residential deliveries: The courier will only deliver to the sidewalk, driveway, or garage. A valid telephone number must be provided at the time of purchase. This needs to be a number that you can be reached at in order for the delivery driver to schedule a delivery time. Failure to provide a valid telephone number will result in your tent not being shipped until we can make contact with you.
If you cannot arrange to be available or fail to respond to the carrier, your tent will be returned to our warehouse and the return freight charges will be applied to your credit card.

Receiving and Inspection. You have a 15-minute window to inspect your shipment before signing and accepting the delivery.  Please take pictures of the shipment before your sign and accept delivery.
If your tent is Not received Strapped on a Pallet, REFUSE the shipment, and call us immediately at 866-220-0171, we will process a replacement shipment at once.
If there are any holes in the box, look in the hole to inspect if there is any damage to the tent.  If there is any Visible Damage to the Tent, REFUSE the shipment and call us immediately at 866-220-0171, we will process a replacement shipment at once.
Note any Damage (crushed corners, scuff marks, tears) to the box on the BOL Before Signing for your delivery.

Lastly, please open and inspect the tent As Soon As Possible.  If any damage is found once you open the packaging, stop, and take pictures. Make sure to take pictures of the packaging, the tent, anything that will provide context for the damage. Concealed damage and missing parts must be reported within 72 hours of delivery. After 72 hours we are not able to file a claim with the carrier and our options to repair or replace your tent will be limited.

Boxed Elite - 83 x 50 x 12 x 194 lbs

Pallet - 80 x 50 x 4 x 92 lbs

Total Shipped - 83 x 50 x 16 x 286 lbs