Introducing the Mars Basecamp Rooftop Tent: Designed for the Cybertruck and Beyond

[Mars Adventure Gear]

Good morning, folks. It's been a while but after months of prototyping and fine-tuning, we’re excited to introduce the Mars Basecamp™ Tent! Designed and tested in diverse weather conditions, this tent is optimized to perfectly fit the Mars Expedition Rack System. We believe we’ve created the ultimate rooftop tent for electric vehicles—ultra-durable, ultra-slim, and ultra-lightweight—without compromising on interior space or openness.

Preorders are open now, with first deliveries starting in late March. Lock in your savings by pre-ordering today.

• Preorder Deposit (Refundable) : $300
• Early Bird Price: $1,999 (before 3/20/2025)
• Regular MSRP: $2,499 (after 3/20/2025)

Our rooftop tent fits most crossbars, racks, and vehicles. Please ensure your roof load rating supports the weight, as we cannot be held responsible for any damages caused to your vehicle or accessories.


PREORDER YOURS TODAY

CHECK OUT THIS REVIEW VIDEO (PROTOTYPE SHOWN)

SPECS & DIMENSIONS

• Mounting Footprint: 84.6" (L) x 49.2" (W) x 4.88" (H) (including mounting rails)
• Sleeping Footprint 79" (L) x 47" (W) x 9.4" (H at the foot)
• Weight: 150 lbs (including the 2" air mattress)

4-SEASON ALUMINUM HARDSHELL

Built to endure, the Mars Expedition Rooftop Tent features a heavy-duty all-aluminum shell, durable latches, and robust stainless steel frames for superior protection against the elements and harsh weather conditions. Its leak-proof hardshell design ensures unmatched durability, while the innovative stainless steel X-frames elevate the foot area by 9.4”, maximizing interior space and comfort.

LOW-PROFILE AERODYNAMIC DESIGN

Minimizing drag, reducing wind noise, and maximizing efficiency, the Mars Expedition Rooftop Tent is the perfect choice for both electric vehicles and adventure enthusiasts. Whether you’re cruising through city streets or tackling open highways, its streamlined design complements your journey every step of the way.

TOP-OF-THE-LINE MATERIALS & FEATURES

Double-stiched & Heat Sealed Canvas

• Tent Fabric: 320D Polyester Oxford Fabric w/ UV protection 50+
• Rainfly Fabric: 420D Polyester Oxford Fabric w/ UV protection 50+
• Fabric Waterproof Rating: PU 5000mm
• 4 Breathable windows for maximum ventilation and minimum condensation
• 2 HVAC ducts
• T-slot mounting base for accessories

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Mars Basecamp™ Rooftop Tent x1
• Aluminum Telescoping Ladder x1
• Mounting Bracket x4
• Rubber Inserts (for vibration dampening)

Follow Mars on Instagram, X, or Facebook or join the Mars Community on Discord to avoid missing the latest product announcements.

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[dalton108]

Good morning, folks. It's been a while but after months of prototyping and fine-tuning, we’re excited to introduce the Mars Basecamp™ Tent! Designed and tested in diverse weather conditions, this tent is optimized to perfectly fit the Mars Expedition Rack System. We believe we’ve created the ultimate rooftop tent for electric vehicles—ultra-durable, ultra-slim, and ultra-lightweight—without compromising on interior space or openness.

Preorders are open now, with first deliveries starting in late March. Lock in your savings by pre-ordering today.

• Preorder Deposit (Refundable) : $300
• Early Bird Price: $1,999 (before 3/20/2025)
• Regular MSRP: $2,499 (after 3/20/2025)

Our rooftop tent fits most crossbars, racks, and vehicles. Please ensure your roof load rating supports the weight, as we cannot be held responsible for any damages caused to your vehicle or accessories.


PREORDER YOURS TODAY

SPECS & DIMENSIONS

• Mounting Footprint: 84.6" (L) x 49.2" (W) x 4.88" (H) (including mounting rails)
• Sleeping Footprint 79" (L) x 47" (W) x 9.4" (H at the foot)
• Weight: 150 lbs (including the 2" air mattress)

4-SEASON ALUMINUM HARDSHELL

Built to endure, the Mars Expedition Rooftop Tent features a heavy-duty all-aluminum shell, durable latches, and robust stainless steel frames for superior protection against the elements and harsh weather conditions. Its leak-proof hardshell design ensures unmatched durability, while the innovative stainless steel X-frames elevate the foot area by 9.4”, maximizing interior space and comfort.

LOW-PROFILE AERODYNAMIC DESIGN

Minimizing drag, reducing wind noise, and maximizing efficiency, the Mars Expedition Rooftop Tent is the perfect choice for both electric vehicles and adventure enthusiasts. Whether you’re cruising through city streets or tackling open highways, its streamlined design complements your journey every step of the way.

TOP-OF-THE-LINE MATERIALS & FEATURES

Double-stiched & Heat Sealed Canvas

• Tent Fabric: 320D Polyester Oxford Fabric w/ UV protection 50+
• Rainfly Fabric: 420D Polyester Oxford Fabric w/ UV protection 50+
• Fabric Waterproof Rating: PU 5000mm
• 4 Breathable windows for maximum ventilation and minimum condensation
• 2 HVAC ducts
• T-slot mounting base for accessories

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Mars Basecamp™ Rooftop Tent x1
• Aluminum Telescoping Ladder x1
• Mounting Bracket x4
• Rubber Inserts (for vibration dampening)

Follow Mars on Instagram, X, or Facebook or join the Mars Community on Discord to avoid missing the latest product announcements.

Did you guys ever find out what the static load max is from Tesla? What’s the total weight of the system as pictured. I’m all but certain I’m going with this setup. It’s the only one that matches both my aesthetic and functional needs.

But I do need to understand the weight and loading limitations both dynamic and static.

 

[Mars Adventure Gear]

Did you guys ever find out what the static load max is from Tesla? What’s the total weight of the system as pictured. I’m all but certain I’m going with this setup. It’s the only one that matches both my aesthetic and functional needs.

But I do need to understand the weight and loading limitations both dynamic and static.

Hey hey,

Unfortunately, we don’t have an official load rating from Tesla yet. However, we’ve conducted rigorous testing on just our front Expedition Rack, loading it with over 800 lbs of distributed weight without issues. The full rack is expected to support significantly more. Our FEA (Finite Element Analysis) also confirmed similar results, showing the front rack alone can handle well over 500 kg.

We've been camping using our rack system for maybe 10+ times.

 

[LuvOrH8]

is there a package deal for the rack system with the tent?

 

[Mars Adventure Gear]

is there a package deal for the rack system with the tent?

Happy to help out if you'd like to purchase both! Hit us up on Discord!

 

[AndyWNY]

You mention "2 HVAC ducts" how do those work? Also no photo of mattress or the ladder.

 

[Mars Adventure Gear]

You mention "2 HVAC ducts" how do those work? Also no photo of mattress or the ladder.

Check out this review video!

 

[tingmo13]

when you say: The Best Roof Rack & Tent-you are raising your bar too high & expectation way beyond.

 

[jasonclu]

Is the awning still mountable?

 

[Mars Adventure Gear]

Is the awning still mountable?

Yes!

 

[webspeedracer]

Looks great, happy about your T-slot mounting. Can the side tslots along the lower base frame carry the entire weight the tent (for storage on my garage ceiling)? I’m likely building my own rack for specific needs so it can be work rack and carry the tent on weekends, would adapt a quick mount/dismount system to your tent.

Also, are you planning to make (or can you ensure that) the bed platform is partioned and re-moveable like the GFC lite, for access from underneath (eg standing inside the vault bed and open tent for cooking/changing etc)? Ive seen other mfrs who are making the bed platform raise up into the top shell on pistons, but I think that’s probably adding too much weight/compelxity, and prefer the GFC solution. I like your more-aero top cap better than the GFC Lite flat top solution, though.

And, is the shell/cap strong enough to mount PV to the top? I guess I can always adhere CIGS flexible panels to the top, but Gallium is becoming expensive (China) so I might put traditional PV on top of your cap somehow.

Thanks I’m interested in the preorder!

 

[dalton108]

Yes!

All right that’s it I’m sold! This is everything I’ve wanted!!!!! One last question: Does the whole system still fit with the OEM light bar installed? It looks like the clearances might be tight up front.

 

[Mars Adventure Gear]

All right that’s it I’m sold! This is everything I’ve wanted!!!!! One last question: Does the whole system still fit with the OEM light bar installed? It looks like the clearances might be tight up front.

Yes! Check this out

 

[Mars Adventure Gear]

Looks great, happy about your T-slot mounting. Can the side tslots along the lower base frame carry the entire weight the tent (for storage on my garage ceiling)? I’m likely building my own rack for specific needs so it can be work rack and carry the tent on weekends, would adapt a quick mount/dismount system to your tent.

Also, are you planning to make (or can you ensure that) the bed platform is partioned and re-moveable like the GFC lite, for access from underneath (eg standing inside the vault bed and open tent for cooking/changing etc)? Ive seen other mfrs who are making the bed platform raise up into the top shell on pistons, but I think that’s probably adding too much weight/compelxity, and prefer the GFC solution. I like your more-aero top cap better than the GFC Lite flat top solution, though.

And, is the shell/cap strong enough to mount PV to the top? I guess I can always adhere CIGS flexible panels to the top, but Gallium is becoming expensive (China) so I might put traditional PV on top of your cap somehow.

Thanks I’m interested in the preorder!

1. Yes! The lower frame is a structural component of the tent.

2. The lower portion is actually a single aluminum panel (designed for sleep comfort). However, you can cut an opening and create an access tunnel if needed. It’s definitely DIY, but it sounds like you know what you’re doing!

3. Yes, the top can handle some weight, although we haven’t measured its exact capacity.


It sounds like you’re working on something exciting! We’d love to see your final creation, whether or not you decide to use our tent.

 

[CyberTrk]

Looking at this great picture from @Mars Adventure Gear
I wish that Tesla will make a "S" or "SUV" version with 5 or 7 seats.

In particular, it would be easier to camp inside and take advantage of the HVAC.

Honestly the Mars rooftop tent is nice,
but I feel that there is too much space unused when looking at this profile view:

I would prefer having a full living cabine and use the roof to carry stuff instead of the opposite.

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