The Bush Company - TX27 Hardshell Rooftop Tent
TX27 Double-Action Hardshell Rooftop Tent
The TX27 Rooftop Tent by The Bush Company is made for serious 4WD explorers who demand comfort, strength, and speed. With its double-action roof, you get full-height internal space front to back — no more slouching inside your tent. Set up in under 90 seconds, even with bedding inside.
DETAILS
- Double-action roof: Full-height interior comfort (1.35m headroom)
- Fast setup: Under 90 seconds with bedding left inside
- Heavy-duty materials: Aluminium frame, 310gsm dual-layer ripstop canvas
- Weatherproof: Automotive rubber seals, mould-resistant canvas
- Integrated electrics: 12V outlets, USB, rechargeable LED light
- Ample storage: 190mm above-mattress space + multiple internal pockets
- Mattress: 80mm dual-density foam with thermal underlay 2130mm L x 1280mm W x 80mm D
- Roof load capacity: 75kg closed / 35kg open
- Ventilation: 6 mesh-covered windows and doors for airflow and panoramic views
- Deluxe 2.6m telescopic ladder with angled rungs included
- Size & Weight: 2.25m x 1.4m, 123kg (excluding ladder)
| Roof type | Double-action hardshell |
|---|---|
| Internal headroom | 1.35m (front to back) |
| External dimensions | 2.25m (L) × 1.4m (W) closed |
| Mattress dimensions | 2130mm (L) × 1280mm (W) |
| Mattress | 80mm dual-density foam with thermal underlay |
| Weight | 123kg (excl. ladder) |
| Roof load | 75kg closed / 35kg open |
| Frame | Aluminium |
| Canvas | 310gsm dual-layer ripstop, mould resistant |
| Seals | Automotive rubber |
| Electrics | 12V outlets, USB, rechargeable LED light |
| Storage | 190mm above-mattress space + internal pockets |
| Windows | 6 mesh-covered windows and doors |
| Ladder | 2.6m telescopic with angled rungs |
| Setup time | Under 90 seconds |
What's in the box
- 1 × TX27 Double-Action Hardshell Rooftop Tent
- 2.6m deluxe telescopic ladder (angled rungs)
- 80mm dual-density foam mattress with thermal underlay
Suits these builds
- Universal fit
- 8mm strut compatible
Good to know
The double-action roof gives you full 1.35m standing height the full length of the tent — not just in the middle. At 123kg it's a substantial unit, so confirm your rack's dynamic load rating before ordering. Automotive rubber seals and mould-resistant canvas built for Australian conditions year-round.
How to fit it
- Mount the tent to your roof rack cross bars using the supplied hardware
- Torque all mounting bolts to the specified rating
- Attach the telescopic ladder at your chosen mounting point
- Release the latches and open both roof sections
- Bedding stays inside — no need to re-make between trips
What you'll need
- Phillips head screw driver
- Basic auto electrical knowledge
Dispatch & freight
- Dispatched in 2–3 business days
- Free pickup from the Moe workshop
Returns
DOUBLE-ACTION HARDSHELL
Full height. Front to back.
1.35m headroom the full length of the tent. 310gsm dual-layer ripstop canvas, automotive rubber seals, 80mm dual-density mattress with thermal underlay. Set up in under 90 seconds with the bedding already inside.
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Did you know
We build the trays and canopies too.
We design and manufacture aluminium 4x4 trays and canopies in-house at our Gippsland workshop — fully welded, powder coated and backed by a 10-year workmanship warranty.
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