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Zempire Shapeshifter 4 SA 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$2,099

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EquipOutdoors · Listed as orderable
Recorded 6 Oct 2026 · NZ source

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Sleeping capacity
Sleeping capacity: 4 people
Weight (source basis)
Weight: 24.3 kg
Dimensions
Floor dimensions: 220 x 290 cm (excludes Awning); Dimensions: 415 x 310 cm
Packed dimensions
Packed dimensions: 57 x 41 x 36 cm + 57 x 22 x 27 cm

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EquipOutdoors · Listed as orderable · 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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Full specifications & source notes

Standard configuration · EquipOutdoors · Recorded 6 Oct 2026

Sleeping capacity
Sleeping capacity: 4 people
Weight (source basis)
Weight: 24.3 kg
Dimensions
Floor dimensions: 220 x 290 cm (excludes Awning); Dimensions: 415 x 310 cm
Packed dimensions
Packed dimensions: 57 x 41 x 36 cm + 57 x 22 x 27 cm
Height
Peak height: 215 cm
Water resistance
Waterhead rating: 6,000mm
Materials
Fly fabric: Aeroweave 170D Blackout Coated Ripstop Synthetic Canvas; Floor fabric: Dura-Core 300D Poly Oxford
Structure & seasons
Seasons: 4 Season; Pole material: 175mm/157mm Dyno-Wrap Air Frame; Inflation time: ~ 7 mins; Best use: Camping; Design type: Freestanding
Other specifications
Bedroom area: 6.38 m²; Vestibule area: 4.96 m²; Floor area m2: 10.2 m² (includes Awning area); Number of doors: 3 doors; Number of poles: 3; Warranty: 4 Years

Record NZT-1086 · SKU SS-4SA

Additional source notes

OZtrail Foam Camp Mat - 50 mm；Aeroweave: 170D Ripstop Synthetic Canvas