The Range
The essential hard-shell, solar included.
- Solar panel + roof racks included
- Fast setup · sizes 1.3 and 1.4
Up to 30% more room, same low-profile shell.
- X-Hinge — up to 30% more room
- Insulated aluminium · sleeps 2 adults
Up to 13.8m² of shade in 30 seconds.
- Freestanding · sets up in 30 seconds
- Multi-colour LED lighting
Included as standard
Off-grid, out of the box.
Every Scout and Recon X ships with an integrated solar panel, solar mounting brackets and roof racks as standard. No add-on list, no second order, power and carrying capacity are part of the kit.
- Integrated solar panel
- Solar mounting brackets
- Roof racks
Side by side
Which one is right for you?
| ScoutFrom $2,000 AUD | Recon XFrom $2,500 AUD | |
|---|---|---|
| TYPE | Hard-shell rooftop tent | Hard-shell rooftop tent |
| SIZES | 1.3 / 1.4 | 1.3 / 1.4 |
| SETUP | Fast | Fast |
| CONSTRUCTION | Hard shell | Insulated aluminium + 350GSM blackout |
| X-HINGE (UP TO +30% ROOM) | — | Yes |
| SOLAR + RACKS INCLUDED | Yes | Yes |
| LED LIGHTING | — | — |
| Shop the Scout | Shop the Recon X |
Recon X · X-Hinge system
More room. Less bulk.
The X-Hinge system opens the Recon X into up to 30% more internal room than a traditional hard-shell — more headroom, more storage, same low-profile shell on the racks. Insulated aluminium and 350GSM blackout canvas keep it comfortable for two adults in any season.
Overwatch 270XL · Awning
Shade in 30 seconds.
A freestanding 270° awning with up to 13.8m² of coverage — no legs to trip on, no half-hour setup. Swing it out for a lunch stop or hold position for days. Integrated multi-colour LED lighting keeps camp lit long after the sun's gone.
Australian owned
Designed and tested for Australian terrain.
Solar included
Panel, brackets and roof racks standard on every tent.
Hard-shell build
Fast-setup hard-shell tents. Recon X adds insulation and blackout canvas.
Straight answers
Questions on fitment or sizing? Talk to us before you buy.
Field manual
Common questions
Outback Ops tents mount to standard roof-rack systems on utes, wagons and 4WDs, and come in two sizes — 1.3 and 1.4 — to cover most rigs. Not sure which suits your setup? Send us your vehicle details before you order and we'll confirm fitment.
Standard mounting brackets, hardware, ladder, and high-density foam mattress are all included with every tent order.
Setup takes less than 60 seconds. Simply unlatch the hard-shell locks and push upwards; gas struts raise the tent automatically.
The Recon X features upgraded blackout canvas, integrated internal ambient lighting, and enhanced thermal insulation.
Yes, solar brackets and integrated cable routing ports allow direct connection to portable power stations and dual battery systems.