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Shapeshifter 6 SL Air Tent
Look beyond the person rating: sleeping space, packed size and the conditions you camp in matter just as much.
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NZ$3,400
Listed NZD price for selected variant
Zempire · Listed as orderable
Recorded 8 Oct 2026 · NZ source
Not live pricing or stock. Check the exact model, size, delivery and offer conditions before purchasing.
At a glance
- Sleeping capacity
- Sleeps comfort: 6 people; Sleeps maximum: 6 people
- Weight (source basis)
- Weight: 36.2 kg / 79.8 lb
- Dimensions
- Dimensions: 420 x 465 cm / 165x 183 in.; Floor dimensions: 385 x 435 cm / 153 x 171 in.
- Packed dimensions
- Packed dimensions: 73 x 44 x 35 cm / 22.4 x 17.3 x 13.8 in.
Specifications9 recorded
Standard configuration · Zempire · Offer recorded 8 Oct 2026. Earlier specification records are dated separately.
- Sleeping capacity
- Sleeps comfort: 6 people; Sleeps maximum: 6 people
- Weight (source basis)
- Weight: 36.2 kg / 79.8 lb
- Dimensions
- Dimensions: 420 x 465 cm / 165x 183 in.; Floor dimensions: 385 x 435 cm / 153 x 171 in.
- Packed dimensions
- Packed dimensions: 73 x 44 x 35 cm / 22.4 x 17.3 x 13.8 in.
- Height
- Peak height: 228 cm / 89.8 in.
- Water resistance
- Waterhead rating: 6,000mm
- Materials
- Fly fabric: Aeroweave 170D Blackout Coated Ripstop Synthetic Canvas; Inner fabric: Dura-Core 260T Breathable Light-Block Polyester; Floor fabric: Dura-Core 300D Poly Oxford
- Structure & seasons
- Seasons: 4-Season; Design type: Freestanding; Pole material: 190mm/165mm Dyno-Wrap Air Frame; Frame: material190mm/165mm Dyno-Wrap Air Frame
- Other specifications
- Floor area m2: 16.7 m2 / 179.8 ft²; Bedroom area: 9.57 m² / 103 ft²; Number of doors: 3 doors; Number of poles: 3; Warranty: 4-Year Shapeshifter Series Guarantee
NZ retailers & configurations
Zempire · Listed as orderable · Recorded 8 Oct 2026. Check current price, delivery and terms at source
Tents buying advice
Before you buy
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.
How to choose a tent
Read the guideCommon 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 · Zempire · Recorded 8 Oct 2026
Record official-zempire-variant-45098261381177 · SKU 7266645-001
Official New Zealand catalogue. Source product type: Tents & Gazebos.