The new gfc superlite 50 rtt tips the scales at only 80 pounds.
Roof top tent weight.
You ll also make sure you have at least one other person with you for mounting.
Remember the roof rank also has some weight.
They are significantly more expensive than a standard tent so you better plan on getting your money s worth.
This is important for two reasons.
Most roof top tents weigh more than a hundred pounds so you need to be sure that your rack is up to the task.
Check how much weight your vehicle can comfortably carry on its roof top.
A roof top tent holds an average weight of 45 kg.
Before deciding to use your car check the manufacturer instructions.
Generally sedans and hatchbacks are not ideal candidates for a roof top tent but it is possible.
They re heavy and bulky.
The roof rack manufacturers allow 200lbs per person and then there is your bedding and gear to consider plus the actual weight of the roof top tent of around 100lbs or more it all adds up and can be over half a ton.
Most roof top tents will fit on a car that has at least 165lbs 75kg roof load capacity.
We can t find a lighter rtt anywhere.
Most options weigh at least 100 pounds and some up to 200 pounds.
So the really interesting ones are those that have slightly less the below table is regularly updated and new models added.
Compatibility and initial installation.