Tuff Stuff Alpine 61 Aluminum Hard Shell Roof Top Tent, 2-3 Person, Black

The Tuff Stuff Alpine 61 is Tuff Stuff's ultimate aluminum hard shell roof top tent, built to handle the elements for true four-season camping. Its dual-action opening roof lets you choose between a quick wedge setup or a full pop-up with extra headroom and windows, and one person can deploy it in about a minute.

Dual-Action Roof: Wedge or Pop-Up

Unlatch the rear and the roof rises into a wedge on its own, ready for a quick night. Unlatch the front as well and it lifts into a full pop-up with additional screened windows. Four German-engineered gas struts do the heavy lifting, and packing down is just as fast.

Blackout Fabric, Built for Every Season

The tent is made from a 3200 GSM poly/cotton rip-stop fabric with high tear resistance and tensile strength, a waterproof rating above 3500 mm, and an EPA-certified antibacterial, mold-inhibiting treatment. A blackout coating on all tent materials lets you switch from a full-screen room with 360-degree views to a completely dark room for sleeping in.

A Platform for Your Whole Setup

A roof rack on top of the shell carries kayaks, bikes and gear, while four T-slot rails around the exterior (standard M8 hardware) let you mount awnings, shower tents or water storage directly to the tent. Closed, it sits at a slim 8" (excluding the roof rack).

Key Features

• Dual-action roof: wedge or full pop-up, deployed by one person in about a minute
• 4 German-engineered gas struts
• Roof rack on top for kayaks, bikes and gear
• Blackout coated fabric: from full-screen 360-degree views to a fully dark room
• 4 exterior T-slot rails (M8) for awnings, shower tents and accessories
• Slim 8" profile when closed and latched (excluding roof rack)
• 3 entry options: passenger side, driver side or rear
• 2.75" memory foam mattress
• Telescoping ladder with angled steps that are comfortable on bare feet
• Interior LED light strip: white, diffused and dimmable (USB power pack not included)
• YKK zippers with custom para-cord pulls to reduce road noise
• Removable window awnings and 4 security latches

Specifications

• Sleeping capacity: 2-3 people
• Open dimensions (L x W x H): 94" x 61" x 60"
• Closed dimensions (L x W x H): 88" x 61" x 8"
• Roof pitch: 50"
• Mattress: memory foam, 58" x 85" x 2"
• Weight: 274 lbs
• Weight capacity: 1,200 lbs
• Crossbar load capacity: 728 lbs
• Shell: aluminum
• Floor: heavy-duty 1" aluminum honeycomb
• Tent material: 3200 GSM poly/cotton rip-stop, waterproof >3500 mm, antibacterial and mold-inhibiting, blackout coated
• Gas struts: 4, German engineered
• Mounting T-channel rails (bottom): 31.5" apart
• Installation brackets fit crossbars up to 3.25" wide
• Windows: 2 openings with mesh screens and window rods
• Window awnings: 2, removable (zip-off), 69" x 44" x 33"
• Security latches: 4 (2 front, 2 rear)
• Ladder: telescoping, 103" tall with angled steps
• Color: black shell with gray tent fabric
• Warranty: 1 year against manufacturing defects
• SKU: TS-1-1900BLK

What's Included

• Alpine 61 tent with 2.75" memory foam mattress and LED light strip
• Roof rack: 2 bars (50" x 2.5" x 1"), 4 brackets, 4 bar caps and M8 hardware
• Mounting kit: 8 sliders, 4 adjustable flat brackets (2.75"-3.25"), 8 M8 bolts and nuts, 4 rail caps
• Telescoping ladder
• 2 removable window awnings with storage bag
• 6 window rods with storage bag
• 2 shoe bags

Annex room not included.

Installation

• Mounting requires at least 2 people for lifting (3 is better, this tent is heavy).
• Center the tent on your roof rack, bed rack or trailer. On a hatchback, make sure the rear hatch can still open.
• Slide the hardware into the channel with 2 bolts per corner (one in front of and one behind each crossbar), fit the brackets and tighten until the tent cannot move.

FAQ

Will this tent fit my vehicle?
Roof top tents are not vehicle-specific. Check with your vehicle manufacturer for the dynamic weight capacity of your roof rack or cross bars, and make sure it is at least the weight of the tent. Most overland truck bed racks are designed to carry a roof top tent.

What kind of rack or cross bars do I need?
The tent mounts on two cross bars (never directly on the roof). Cross bars should be at least 30" apart and no more than 60" apart. The included brackets fit cross bars up to 3.25" wide.

What's the difference between dynamic and static weight load?
The dynamic weight load is what your rack can carry while driving, and it must cover the weight of the tent. The static load (when parked) is much higher, which is why the tent can hold you and your gear at camp.

How do I open the tent?
Release the 2 rear latches and push up on the handles: the roof rises into a wedge on its own. For the full pop-up, release the 2 front latches and push up again.

Can it be mounted on a pickup truck bed?
Yes, with a truck bed tent rack. Tuff Stuff offers universal bed racks that mount to the sides of the bed with pinch plates.

What should I do before camping in rain or snow?
Before your first wet trip, set up the tent, spray it with water and let it dry completely. The canvas swells slightly and seals the stitching holes. You only need to do this once.

How do I clean the tent?
Brush or vacuum out dirt, clean the fabric with warm water and a mild detergent using a soft brush, rinse well, and let it dry fully in the sun with all windows open before closing it.

How do I care for the zippers?
Zippers are exposed to sand, mud and weather. Rubbing a little beeswax along them keeps them running smoothly and greatly extends their life.

Shipping

This tent ships by LTL truck freight. The carrier will contact you to schedule delivery, and residential deliveries are made curbside. Please inspect the package for damage before signing.

Before You Buy

Check your vehicle's maximum roof load rating and the load limit of your roof rack or bed rack, especially for off-road use. Not sure it fits your rig? Contact our team before ordering.

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Delivery Times
Typically 5–7 business days after shipment for the contiguous US. Estimates may vary by brand and location, and deliveries outside the contiguous US take longer.