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Fun and Excitement guaranteed

Internal capacity of the shells:
Small about 196 l*
Medium about 220 l*
Large about 260 l*

A sense of freedom, adventure and truly independent spirit at first glance. Columbus for
a weekend away, holiday or for that more adventurous trip.

Its exceptional line is a design masterpiece; every detail has been carefully and skilfully designed to produce an innovative and stylish design. Everything from the design concepts, materials and components used, to the safety features and insulation, has been methodically chosen and thoroughly tested in order to attain
a lasting and complete weatherproof product.
Opening the tent is really quick and easy, thanks to the special gas strutts, which lift up the top whilst keeping the fabric properly tensioned.
Columbus – your essential travel partner.

columbus

MAIN FEATURES

Fibreglass shells: textile fibre being interwoven and impregnated with liquid resinous substances which neither absorbs heat nor warms, moreover it is strong, fast and perfectly repairable.
Roof Insulation: structure having a hollow space able to offer an effective thermal and acoustic insulation, and a healthier environment.
Base: “sandwich” construction with 25 mm insulating material and 2steel bars. Four built-in handles in the base allow the tent to easily be handled.
Fabric: AIRTEX ®. Waterproof fabric that allows a high steam transmission level.
Opening system: 2 gas springs. > Video Columbus Tech-TV
Shell closing fasteners made of steel. Adjustable closing.
Mattress: made of foam rubber - density: 25 kg/m³, indeformable and with removable zip cover.
Mattress cover and pillows: 100 % cotton fabric matching the relevant models.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT

4 universal clamps for attachment to roof bars, 2 door/windows with mosquito-netting, soundproof and anti-condensation roof insulation, 1 mattress and 2-3-4 pillows, anti-condensation Air Cap, 1 height adjustable alloy ladder, elastic straps assist in folding the fabric when closing.
Standard: Columbus Large is Combi version (rear door with mosquito-netting and fixed privacy screen).

SMALL

Art. C/01
Columbus Small: Aerodynamic version. Recommended for two adults.

MEDIUM

Art. C/02
Columbus Medium: Aerodynamic version. Recommended for two adults and one child.

LARGE

Art. C/03
Columbus Large: Aerodynamic version. Recommended for two adults and two children.

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All Columbus models open in an instant. By releasing the catch at the back, the tent will open thanks to two special gas springs (just like those on car tailgates) which lift the top whilst keeping the fabric tensioned.

Closing it is just as simple; you are then ready to set off again in total safety.

Columbus Small	cm 130x 210
Closed h:	cm 30
Open h:	cm 150
Weight:	about 52 Kg*
Volume:	about 196 l*

Columbus Medium	cm 145x 210
Closed h:	cm 30
Open h:	cm 150
Weight:	about 57 Kg*
Volume:	about 220 l*

Columbus Large	cm 160x 215
Closed h:	cm 30
Open h:	cm 160
Weight:	about 64 Kg*
Volume:	about 260 l*

(l*) Approximate value indicating the volumetric capacity of the upper shell of the tent, when the tent is closed. (Kg*) All roof tents are hand built and therefore weights may vary slightly.