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KingCamp COMPASS PLUS Sun Shelter Truck Bed Tent
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SKU: kingcamp-compass-plus-sun-shelter
Overview
Designed for vehicle-based camping, this truck bed tent offers a flexible shelter option for hunters and outdoor travelers who want a covered space that can be set up in multiple ways. It can be used with compatible SUVs or MPVs, and its side cloth can be connected and extended to adapt the layout to different campsites. The tent includes a top air vent for improved airflow and a removable sunshade side cloth for added coverage, while the 150D Oxford cloth with PU2000mm waterproof coating and seam rainproof strips provide protection against light to medium rain. With room for 2-3 people and a compact roll size for transport, it balances usable space with packability for trips where vehicle support is part of the setup.
Why Hunters Choose the Kingcamp
Spacious 124
X 84.6-inch interior suits 2-3
Multiple Setup
Options support vehicle-only, ground-supported, and
Top Air
Vent design improves airflow and
Removable Sunshade
Side cloth expands coverage for
150d Oxford
PU2000mm coating offers light to
Key Features
- Truck bed tent designed for use with vehicles, including SUVs and MPVs with straight back boxes.
- Multiple setup options: use alone, with one side on the ground, or both sides held open with brackets.
- Can be combined with ground nail pull ropes and used with KT2004.
- Top air vent design helps reduce wind resistance and improve airflow inside the tent.
- Removable sunshade side cloth expands the shaded area.
- Sized for 2-3 people, with unfolded dimensions of 315 x 215 x 190 cm.
- 150D Oxford cloth with PU2000mm waterproof coating and rainproof seam strips.
Best Used For
- Truck-bed camping setups for SUVs or MPVs with straight rear cargo areas
- Hunters needing a sheltered base camp for 2–3 people
- Overnight trips where compact packed size and portability matter
- Users wanting multiple setup options with vehicle-linked or ground-supported use
- Warm-weather outings needing added shade and ventilation under changing conditions
Specifications
| Capacity | 2-3 people |
|---|---|
| Compatibility Note | Can be combined with ground nail pull ropes and used with KT2004 |
| Connection Method | Beef tendon ropes |
| Construction Options | Can be used alone with vehicles, with one side on the ground and the other held open with a bracket, or both sides used with iron pipe brackets held open |
| Material | 150D Oxford cloth |
| Rainproof Strips | Attached to seams |
| Roll Size | 66 x 20 x 20 cm (25.9 x 7.8 x 7.8 in) |
| Side Cloth | Allows connection and extension |
| Sunshade Side Cloth | Removable |
| Unfolded Size | 315 x 215 x 190 cm (124 x 84.6 x 74.8 in) |
| Vehicle Compatibility | SUVs/MPVs with straight back boxes |
| Ventilation | Top air vent design |
| Waterproof Coating | PU2000mm |
| Weight | 6.2 kg (13.6 lbs) |
Pros
- Spacious 124 x 84.6-inch interior suits 2-3 people comfortably.
- Multiple setup options support vehicle-only, ground-supported, and bracket-based configurations.
- Top air vent design improves airflow and helps reduce wind resistance.
- Removable sunshade side cloth expands coverage for added sun protection.
- 150D Oxford cloth with PU2000mm coating offers light to medium rain protection.
- Compact roll size and 13.6-pound weight make transport and storage easier.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for SUVs/MPVs with straight back boxes, so fitment depends on vehicle shape and bed/cargo configuration.
- The waterproof rating is described as protection against light to medium rain, not extended heavy-weather use.
- Setup is versatile, but several configurations rely on brackets, ropes, or ground stakes, which adds complexity compared with a simpler pitch.
- The removable sunshade side cloth expands coverage, but it also means sun protection can vary based on how the shelter is configured.
Suggested Comparisons
- Truck bed tents
- SUV/MPV camping tents
- Vehicle awnings and sun shelters
- Ground camping tents
Suggested Accessories
- Truck bed tent stakes
- Guy lines
- Ground tarp
- Tent storage bag
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles is the COMPASS PLUS Sun Shelter Truck Bed Tent designed to work with?
The product description says it can be used with vehicles such as SUVs and MPVs with straight back boxes. It is described as a truck bed tent, but the provided data does not list additional vehicle fitment details.
How many people can this tent accommodate?
The long description says the tent can comfortably accommodate a family of 2-3 people.
What are the packed and unfolded sizes?
The unfolded size is 315 x 215 x 190 cm (124 x 84.6 x 74.8 in). The compact roll size is 66 x 20 x 20 cm (25.9 x 7.8 x 7.8 in).
Is this shelter waterproof?
The description states it uses 150D Oxford cloth with a PU2000mm waterproof coating and rainproof strips at the seams. It is described as offering protection against light to medium rain.
Can the shelter be set up in more than one way?
Yes. The product description lists multiple construction purposes, including use alone with vehicles, setup with one side on the ground and the other held open with a bracket, or both sides held open with iron pipe brackets. It also mentions it can be combined with ground nail pull ropes and used with a KT2004.