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Look beyond the person rating: sleeping space, packed size and the conditions you camp in matter just as much.

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NZ$579.99

Listed NZD price · Source reference price NZ$799.99

Bushbuck · Stock not confirmed
Recorded 6 Oct 2026 · NZ source

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At a glance

Sleeping capacity
Capacity: 3 People
Weight (source basis)
Weight: 4.5kg total weight, 3.5kg (no inner or groundmat)
Dimensions
Size: 3 Person; Dimensions: Internal Dimensions: 1.9m x 2.35m, External dimensions 4.2m x 2.1m x 1.2m; Internal Dimensions: 1.9m x 2.35m, External dimensions 4.2m x 2.1m x 1.2m

Specification records: 6 Oct 2026

All recorded specifications (5)
Specifications5 recorded

Standard configuration · Bushbuck · Offer recorded 6 Oct 2026. Earlier specification records are dated separately.

Sleeping capacity
Capacity: 3 People
Weight (source basis)
Weight: 4.5kg total weight, 3.5kg (no inner or groundmat)
Dimensions
Size: 3 Person; Dimensions: Internal Dimensions: 1.9m x 2.35m, External dimensions 4.2m x 2.1m x 1.2m; Internal Dimensions: 1.9m x 2.35m, External dimensions 4.2m x 2.1m x 1.2m
Water resistance
Waterproof: Floor: 8000mm waterproof rating Fly: 3000mm waterproof rating
Materials
Material: Rainfly fabric: 20D siliconised/polyurethane nylon, Canopy fabric: 15D ripstop nylon - DWR treated; Rainfly fabric: 20D siliconised/polyurethane nylon, Canopy fabric: 15D ripstop nylon - DWR treated

NZ retailers & configurations

Bushbuck · Stock not confirmed · Recorded 6 Oct 2026. Check current price, delivery and terms at source

Tents buying advice

Before you buy

How to choose a tent

Space for your actual setup

Compare the inner floor dimensions with your mats, bags and gear. Maximum occupancy is not a promise of comfortable family space.

The whole shelter, not one number

Consider ventilation, fly coverage, pitching and intended season together. A waterhead rating alone does not establish storm performance.

Carry it or drive it?

Check the stated weight basis, packed length and room needed to pitch. Car-camping space can be a poor trade for a long walk-in.

From first use to the next trip

Use, care & repair

01Rehearse before departure

Pitch at home with the correct manual. Check poles or air beams, valves, pegs and guy lines; confirm which accessories are included.

02Plan your pitch

Use a permitted, suitable campsite and follow the manufacturer's anchoring instructions. Leave space for guy lines, entrances and any awning.

03Dry before storage

Remove dirt gently and dry every part before long-term storage. Follow the model's cleaning instructions rather than applying a generic detergent or coating.

General tents guidance. The exact model's instructions take precedence.

Common buying questions

Good to know

Does a four-person tent comfortably sleep four adults?

Not necessarily. Check usable floor space against your bedding and equipment. Use a separate comfort capacity where the manufacturer provides one; otherwise it remains unconfirmed.

Does a higher waterproof rating mean a better tent?

It describes a fabric test, not the complete shelter in a storm. Design, seams, fly coverage, ventilation, maintenance and correct pitching also matter.

Do I need a footprint?

Check the exact model's recommendations and what is already included. Confirm dimensions and attachment points; a matching product name alone is not proof of compatibility.

Keep your options open

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Source record & notes

Standard configuration · Bushbuck · Recorded 6 Oct 2026

Record NZT-0176

Shop >Tribus Lightweight 3-Person Tent - 3.5 kg；[Button: 3 Person]；3 season rated；3,000mm waterproof rainfly；8,000mm high-rise waterproof bathtub base；Separate 8,000mm waterproof ground mat；11mm Aluminium 7001-T6 Poles；Max weight 4.5kg (Entire tent, ground mat + pegs) - Min weight 3.5kg (no inner or ground mat)；Yes, you can leave the internal canopy and ground mat at home, which shaves 1kg off the total weight.