TX27 MAX Hardshell Rooftop Tent – Built Wide. Built Strong. Built for the Wild.
The TX27 MAX is The Bush Company’s most spacious rooftop tent, purpose-built for overlanders chasing long-range comfort and rugged durability. With a full 1.6m width and 1.35m of internal headroom, it delivers unmatched liveability for remote touring and off-road expeditions.
The signature double-action roof design creates full-height comfort front to rear, while the 190mm internal storage space means you can leave bedding inside, ready to roll. Made from heavy-duty B-Tech™ aluminium, stainless steel fittings, and dual-layer ripstop canvas, it’s engineered to thrive in Australia’s harshest conditions.
Setup is fast — under 90 seconds — and integrated power keeps you connected off-grid. Whether you’re crossing the Simpson or chasing coastline sunrises, the TX27 MAX is ready to go the distance.
TX27 MAX Hardshell Rooftop Tent - Overview
When you need more room, more strength, and more capability from your gear — the TX27 MAX from The Bush Company delivers. This is not just a rooftop tent. It’s a mobile basecamp for serious overlanders and long-haul explorers. Wider, stronger, and tougher than anything in its class, it’s built to dominate the harshest Australian landscapes.
Wider. Roomier. More Comfortable Than Ever.
With a class-leading 1.6m width and a consistent internal height of up to 1.42m, the TX27 MAX offers a spacious interior that easily fits two adults plus gear. The double-action roof design means no sloping ceilings — just maximum usable space. Whether you're changing clothes or riding out a storm, you’ve got room to breathe.
Premium Build. Proven Toughness.
Crafted with a seam-welded B-Tech™ extruded aluminium frame, stainless steel fittings, and dual-layer 310gsm South African canvas, this tent is made to endure brutal UV, torrential rain, and dusty corrugations. Automotive-grade rubber seals and reinforced canvas flaps keep the elements outside where they belong.
Quick Setup. Sleep-Ready Storage.
Deploy or pack away in 90 seconds — no need to unload your bedding. With 190mm of internal storage space above the 80mm dual-density mattress, you can keep your sleeping bags, pillows, and blankets inside while travelling.
Stay Organised. Stay Powered.
The TX27 MAX is loaded with smart features, including multiple internal storage pockets, a carpet-lined roof, and a thermal underlay beneath the mattress. A built-in 12V power system with twin USB ports and a rechargeable tri-colour LED light means you’re ready for off-grid comfort from the moment you open it.
Adventure-Ready Roof Load Capacity.
Mount solar panels, recovery gear or rooftop accessories — the TX27 MAX can carry up to 75kg when closed and 35kg when open. Integrated cargo rails make it easy to mount what you need for the journey ahead.
Key Features:
- Double-action roof: consistent 1.42m front / 1.28m rear internal height
- Massive internal space: 1.6m wide — one of the widest hardshell tents on the market
- Heavy-duty construction: seam-welded aluminium frame, stainless steel fittings
- Dual-skin 310gsm ripstop canvas: acrylic-infused, mould/mildew resistant
- Fast setup: 90 seconds with bedding stored inside
- Mattress: 80mm dual-density foam with removable canvas cover and thermal underlay
- Internal storage: 190mm of bedding space + roof and side pouches
- Integrated power: 12V ports, dual USB, rechargeable tri-colour LED light
- Roof load capacity: 75kg closed / 35kg open
- Ventilation & views: 6 canvas-covered doors/windows with midge mesh and rainflies
- Size: 2.25m (L) x 1.6m (W) x 348mm (H closed)
- Weight: 133kg
Why Choose the TX27 MAX?
Because when you’re travelling this far from civilisation, your rooftop tent needs to do more than just survive — it has to thrive. The TX27 MAX isn’t just for weekend camping. It’s for people chasing mountains, deserts, rivers and coastlines — with no limits.
Big, bold, and built to last — this is the rooftop tent serious Australian overlanders choose.
Specifications
External Length: 2250mm (2320 mm including hinges and handles)
External Width: 1600mm (1690mm including gas struts)
Height Closed: 348mm including roof rails and base extrusions
Height Open:Exterior - Front 1.49m, Rear 1.29m, Interior- Front 1.42m, Rear 1.28m
Mattress: 2130 mm L x 1450 mm W x 80mm D
Weight: Aaprox. 133Kg, including 9Kg for mattress, excluding ladder
Warranty:2 year conditional warranty
What’s included?
- Universal fitting kit and brackets
- 2.6m Deluxe Telescopic ladder with wide angled steps for comfort
- Movable battery-powered LED light with white, yellow, and red settings
- Front rainfly covering rear and side entrances with heavy-duty 8mm spring steel poles and adjustable storm straps
- Rear rainfly covering front top section (not top sides) with heavy-duty 8mm spring steel poles
- Two electrical 12V sockets with twin USB & CIG socket, mounted discretely either side of the mattress.
- External 50AMP Andersen plug on the rooftop tent’s underside for vehicle power connection.
- Six roof storage pouches to store clothes, ipads, books and more, four large pouches on the sides, and two water bottle pockets at the open end.
- 80mm thick mattress with split high-density and medium-density foam to personalise your sleep experience
- The mattress features a removable, zippered canvas cover, making it easy to wash and keep your sleep environment fresh.
- The mattress is underlaid with thermal marine carpet, and the carpeted internal roof liner allows you to attach items like Velcro pouches, adding extra convenience and storage.
- All windows and entry points use YKK zippers, external canvas storm door, high quality midge mesh and internal canvas door
- Two heavy-duty 20mm high aluminium foot rails with M8 slots reinforced with welded box tubing for added strength
Rooftop Tent Care and Maintenance
We recommend that new rooftop tents are thoroughly wet down on the outside before first use. This will ensure that your rooftop tent performs flawlessly in wet weather by allowing the poly/cotton core spun thread and canvas to swell ensuring the take up of any potential leaks in the stitching.
Cleaning Canvas:
- Do not use soap or detergents on the canvas.
- Do not store the product if wet, allow drying first.
- To clean use a soft brush and cold water.
- Do not expose to petrol, oils or harsh chemicals.
Cleaning mould:
- Allow mould to dry
- Remove surface mould off with a stiff bristle brush
- Vacuum the area
- Treat area with Oil of Clove spray (diluted spray can be purchased or can be mixed using a few drops of oil into a spray bottle of water)
Condensation:
Condensation is a natural occurrence, the combination of cold nights and warm days can create a lovely environment for mould and mildew to develop. This is not because of bad seals but from temperature changes combined with humidity creating condensation inside the tent.
When in use, reduce condensation build-up, keep some of the windows open to increase airflow.
After your trip, make sure you allow the tent to fully dry inside and out. If you are not using your rooftop tent for an extended time (more than 10 days) open the tent regularly to air it out, and possibly remove the mattress and store it separately until your next trip.
Regular Maintenance
- Lubricate the tent seal with silicon gel and clean seal mating surface thoroughly to prevent the seal from 'sticking' to the tent frame.
- Check for any signs of wear and tear, such as cracks, tears, or loose stitching in the tent fabric, midge mesh and seals.
- Inspect zippers, gas struts, hinges for smooth operation and lubrication.
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