Discovery

James Baroud

STD	140x200cm
XXL	160x224cm

Configurator Discovery

Built on the concept of the shell opening, the James Baroud Discovery is the fastest of our models in terms of opening and closing. In its category, compared to other tents on the market, it has the best waterproofness and the best wind resistance.

The compact model in the line of roof top tents, it offers all the features of the larger models in a versatile and easy to manage size.

The tent opens in less than 15 seconds, through two hydraulic cylinders, mounted on bearings, actuating the articulated arms, that are protected by a canvas cover. It can be closed by only one person and in less than 1 minute. An incorporated elastic band around the canvas assure its inclusion inside the tent during the closing.

It has 2 entrance doors and windows around the tent that increases air flow and provide a 180º view. Access to the tent is easily gained by using the folding ladder that comes standard with all James Baroud roof top tents and attaches to either side of the tent. For extreme conditions, ventilation can also be assisted by the solar-powered ventilation system.

It is available in the Standard size with 140x200cm and in the XXL with 160x224cm.

Accessories & Options

Camping acessories and customizing options to our products.

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Classic Awning With its aluminized waterproof fabric, the James Baroud awning is perfect for quickly and effectively sheltering from...

Classic Walls Thanks to the James Baroud Classic walls you will have a safe and comfortable shelter that will allow you to camp with...

Ecobag

Thermal Insulation James Baroud thermal insulation has been specially designed for the brand's tents. It saves several degrees of heat in...

Window Insulation Kit James Baroud glass insulation is like double glazing in a house, insulating light, temperature and phonic, ready to...

Anti-condensation Mattress The James Baroud anti-condensation mattress provides better air circulation, preventing condensation stains on the...

Ladder XXL Telescopic ladder James Baroud in aluminum with 304 cm and useful for vehicles with extra height

Rear Awning The Back Awning James Baroud is for the rear of the vehicle, aluminum structure, aluminum screen that reflects the sun's...

Details Technical Characteristics

Shell

The hard shell are made of reinforced polyester glass and finished with Gelcoat. The hard shell has two air slots, equipped with a dust filter that improves the ventilation inside the tent. The top streamlined hard shell is designed with a rear aileron. The hard shell locking is ensured by two tailor-made locks.

James Baroud Discovery fechada na diagonal

James Baroud DiscJames Baroud Discovery fechada de lado

The fixation to the vehicule is made by two aluminium rails, built-in the under with six fixing points (M8 screws and self-locking bolts).

Colors

The James Baroud hard shell roof top tents are manufactured in the standard white color, and you can also choose a color from the RAL7 palette and we will make if just for you.

RAL 9003 Signal white

RAL 7046 Telegrey 2

RAL 9005 Jet black

See the complete list of colors

Automatic Opening

Assisted automatic opening through hydraulic cylinders and articulated arms, that are protected by a canvas cover on the inside of the tent.

Canvas

The grey canvas consists of six aluminised layers that reflect the solar rays, is UV light resistant, water-resistant and permeable to air. With double seams and 100% water-resistant.

The canvas is fitted under cabling in curved aluminium guides towards the outside of the shell, ensuring a perfect waterproofing and a strong wind resistance, even with wind gusts of 120km/h. The door closes with a velcro strip for a perfect impermeability and the awning for the windows are mounted on cables and velcro to increase the protection agains wind and rain.

Foto panorâmica da tenda sendo usada com foco na tela

This roof top tent has windows/doors with a James Baroud Mosquito Net stiched right into the fabric. The Mosquito Net is made of a great resistance, it is so strong it was tested towing a 4x4 vehicle and can be used as a hammock.

Teste de resistência da tela mosquiteira com 3 pessoas penduradas

All the zippers have rubber cursors, a simple system so it can be very silent even with heavy wind.

Interior da tenda com cursores em borracha

Canvas Certification

Material	100% polyester	ISO 22198
Composition	PES 100%	ISO 1833
Construction	Simple 1/1	ISO 3572
Coating	acrylic
Weight (+1-5%)	240g/m2	ISO 3801
Tensile strength		ISO 13934-1
Longitudinal	140 daN
Transversal	100daN
Breaking load		ISO 13937-1
Longitudinal	2,0 daN
Transversal	2,0 daN
Schmerber	85cm	ISO 811
Weather resistance	6 (sides covered)	ISO 105 b04
Friction (wen and dry)	4	ISO 105x12:2002
Migration within the PVC	3-4	ISO 10510:1978

High Density Mattres

Inside the roof top tent there is a James Baroud High Density Mattres with a cover.

Colchão de alta densidade dentro de sua capa

Mattres Certification

Density	28kg/m3	ISO 845
Tensile strength	115 Kpa	ISO 1798
Air permeability	828 L/dm2/min	ISO 8237

Ladder

The ladder is adjustable to the vehicle height and flexible to match the movement when people move inside the tent. With non-slip and ergonomic steps, it is sent with a bag made of our canvas and PVC, to avoid sand and water going inside the tent.

It has a lock mechanism after attached so it doesn't fall even with high winds and rain, it also has a rubber finishing in the bottom so it sticks to every terrain.

They were tested to witstand 200kg (440lbs) (click to zoom)

Weight	4.346kg	9.581lbs
Height	2.41m	94.88in

Ventilation

The tent has a solar fan (CMV) with an on/off switch. The solar fan is silent and has a 24-hour battery which is rechargeable by an integrated solar panel. With a capacity of 19.2m3/h, this fan prevents condensation and helps evacuating the heat stored, thereby avoiding humidity and fungi. The James Baroud Vent was conceived to circulate a volume seven times the size of our bigger tent.

Ventilador James Baroud de dentro da tenda

Parte externa do Ventilador James Baroud

The solar fans are used in other extreme conditions

Ventilador sendo usado em saída de ar de um barco

Information about the Vents**

Extraction Capacity	19,2 m3/hour
Evasion Internal Volume	2,5 m3
Hourly Renewals	7,5
Ventilator Efficiency*	106,60

* Efficiency controlled when compared the renewals per hour inside the tent, using the same amount of a room for two people as in the ASHRAE normative: Propper ventilation for an acceptable air quality in closed quarters.
** According to directive 2011/65/EU.

Lighting

The lighting is assure by a James Baroud LED lantern that is rechargeable and removable. With a lithium battery of 2600mAH that allows several hours of use.

Lanterna James Baroud carregando um telemóvel

Lanternae em pé com foco no gancho de encaixe

Iluminação focal da lanterna James Baroud

Modo alternativo de iluminação da lanterna James Baroud

Lantern Information

Cob - 130 lm + led - 45 lm
Battery Indicator
On/Off Switch
Unbreakable polycarbonate lense
High precision reflector

Battery	2600mAH litium
Brightness	500lm
Beam Range	200m

Interior Storage

The hard shell roof top tents are featured with a storage net on the upper part of the interior.

When closed, the tent has a space of 20cm in height to help store some simple items. In this space, it is possible to store:

2 sleeping bags or blankets
2 pillows
2 sleeping clothes
The stairs

When closing the tent, make sure there is nothing in the corners where the mechanisms fit. There shouldn't be nothing between the mechanisms arms and the floor of the tent.

Lock

The James Baroud lock system has a mechanism that makes impossible to open acidentally. To open it you need to firmly press both sides and pull it up.