FSR Nova King Rooftop Tent - Hardshell Foldout, Sleeps 3-4
FSR Nova King Rooftop Tent - Hardshell Foldout, Sleeps 3-4
The Nova King solves the problem every family-sized rooftop tent runs into: a tent big enough for four people usually eats your entire roof. The Nova King does not. Closed, it is just 42 inches wide, leaving real estate on the rack for crossbars, traction boards, and gear. Open, it folds out to a 72 inch wide by 82 inch long interior that genuinely sleeps three to four.
FSR calls it a dual hardshell foldout, and the point is that it delivers the benefits of both tent styles at once: the max sleeping area and light weight of a softshell, with the simplicity, durability, and fast setup of a hardshell. The entire body is wrapped in FSR's patented Tri-Layer fabric, so it is a genuinely insulated four-season tent rather than a fair-weather shell. It deploys in under a minute on an all-new adjustable U-bar. And at 162 lbs with a 750 lb weight capacity, it fits above-cab racks, SUV roof racks, and full-size truck builds. Crossbars, ladder, memory foam mattress, LED lighting, and mount kit are all in the box.
The Foldout Doubles Your Footprint
This is the geometry that makes the Nova King work. The tent closes to 42 inches wide on your rack, which is narrower than most two-person hardshells, then folds out over the side of the vehicle to a 72 inch wide interior. You are not paying for that sleeping space in roof real estate while driving. For anyone running an above-cab rack on a truck, or an SUV roof rack that also has to carry other gear, that difference decides whether a four-person tent is even possible.
Built Out Inside, Not Just Big
Integrated dimmable LED lighting means you are not clipping a lantern to a loop and hoping. Storage pouches and a gear storage grid keep phones, headlamps, and glasses off the mattress and findable in the dark. The memory foam mattress spans the full 72 by 82 inch floor, and there is room to store a sleeping bag and pillows inside when the tent is closed, so bedding lives in the tent between trips instead of taking up space in the vehicle. Built-in heater, AC, and electrical ports let you run a duct or a line through the body without leaving a gap for weather or bugs.
Dimensions
Four views covering the tent open, closed, and inside. Worth checking the closed dimensions against your rack's usable rail length before you order.
Open: Length & Height
Deployed side profile with the ladder extended.
Open: Width & Height
Shows how far the foldout extends past the vehicle.
Interior
72" W x 82" L x 43 1/4" H of usable sleeping space.
Closed
42" W x 78" L x 11 1/2" H including mounting rail.
What Makes It an FSR
Patented Tri-Layer Body: A polycotton fill sandwiched between two layers of 210D ripstop, armoring the entire tent rather than just the roof panel. FSR describes it as working like a canteen, holding heat in when it is cold and blocking it when it is hot. Tri-Layer materials are 100% waterproof, so insulation does not cost you weather protection. This is what makes the Nova King a genuine four-season tent.
Condensation Elimination: The aluminum open cross-slat floor saves weight and lets the tent breathe from underneath instead of trapping moisture against a solid base. FSR pairs it with a 3D anti-condensation mat and strategically located venting for 360 degree airflow. Waking up to a wet interior is the most common rooftop tent complaint, and this attacks the cause rather than adding a vent and hoping.
Adjustable U-Bar: All-new, with micro adjustments so you can dial in exactly the right amount of fabric tension. A properly tensioned tent sheds water and wind better and stops the flapping that keeps people awake.
Aluminum T-Track: Mount accessories to the exterior of the tent using the provided T-track with optional hardware. The included crossbars mount here too. On a build where roof space is already spoken for, being able to carry gear on the tent itself is genuinely useful.
Crossbars Included: The Nova King ships with tent crossbars and hardware rated for a 66 lb dynamic load. Most rooftop tents make you buy these separately. Note that 66 lbs is the limit while driving, so plan traction boards and a light bar rather than a cargo box full of gear.
Upgraded Floor: 600D poly Oxford at PU 3500mm, which is a higher waterproof rating than FSR's lighter models carry, with the 3D anti-condensation mat and vented slat floor built in.
Nova King or Aspen Lite?
Both use FSR's patented Tri-Layer insulation and both deploy in under a minute. They are built for different trips and different vehicles.
| Nova King | Aspen Lite | |
| Sleeps | 3 to 4 | 1 to 2 |
| Style | Hardshell foldout | Clamshell |
| Weight | 162 lbs | 100 lbs |
| Interior Width | 72" | 45 1/2" |
| Closed Height | 11 1/2" | 7 3/8" |
| Crossbars Included | Yes | No |
| Best For | 4Runners, Land Cruisers, full-size trucks, families | Crossovers, small SUVs, going fast and light |
Choose the Nova King if you camp with a partner and kids, or you want room to spread out on longer trips. Choose the Aspen Lite if you drive a crossover or small SUV, or if minimum weight and closed height matter more than interior space.
Specifications
| Style | Tri-Layer hardshell foldout |
| Sleeps | 3 to 4 people |
| Exterior Dimensions | 42" W x 78" L x 11 1/2" H (includes mounting rail height) |
| Interior Dimensions | 72" W x 82" L x 43 1/4" H |
| Weight | 162 lbs |
| Weight Capacity | 750 lbs |
| Shell | Hard shell aluminum |
| Tent Body | Patented Tri-Layer: polycotton fill between two layers of 210D ripstop |
| Tent Floor | 600D poly Oxford, PU 3500mm, with 3D anti-condensation mat and vented slat floor |
| Rainfly | 210D Oxford ripstop PU 3000mm, silver blockout coating, UPF 50+ |
| Frame | Extruded aluminum with polymer corners |
| Ventilation | 360 degree |
| Mattress | Memory foam |
| Lighting | Integrated dimmable LED |
| Deployment | Under one minute |
| U-Bar | Adjustable with micro adjustments |
| Accessory Mounting | Aluminum T-track (optional hardware) |
| Included Crossbars | 66 lb dynamic load maximum |
| Ports | Heater, AC, and electrical |
| Bedding Storage | Sleeping bag and pillows |
| Seasons | 4 season, 100% waterproof |
What's Included
📄 Installation Manual
Download the rooftop tent installation manual covering mounting hardware and rack setup.
Pros
- Closes to just 42" wide, so a four-person tent does not consume your whole roof
- Folds out to a 72" x 82" interior that genuinely sleeps three to four
- Patented Tri-Layer insulation armors the whole body for true four-season use
- 600D floor at PU 3500mm with a 3D anti-condensation mat and vented slat design
- Deploys in under a minute with an adjustable micro-tensioning U-bar
- Tent crossbars and hardware included, rated for 66 lbs dynamic
- Aluminum T-track lets you mount gear to the tent exterior
- Integrated dimmable LED, heater and AC ports, memory foam mattress, and 7.5' ladder all included
- Stores a sleeping bag and pillows inside when closed
Cons
- At 162 lbs, confirm your rack's dynamic load rating before ordering and plan a multi-person install
- Closed height of 11 1/2" is taller than a compact clamshell, so factor that into garage clearance
- Included crossbars are limited to 66 lbs dynamic, so plan traction boards and lighting rather than heavy cargo
- The foldout extends over the side of the vehicle, so you need clearance on that side at your campsite
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a 42 inch tent sleep four people?
It folds out. Closed on your rack the Nova King is 42 inches wide, which is narrower than many two-person hardshells. When you deploy it, the tent folds over the side of the vehicle and opens to a 72 inch wide by 82 inch long interior. That is the core advantage of the foldout design: you get a four-person footprint at camp without carrying a four-person footprint on your roof all week.
Will my rack carry 162 lbs?
You need to check your rack's dynamic load rating, which is the figure that applies while driving, and confirm it covers 162 lbs plus anything else on the rack. Static rating, which is always higher, is what covers the tent plus occupants once you are parked. The Nova King suits above-cab racks, SUV roof racks, 4Runners, Land Cruisers, and full-size trucks. Call us at 844-200-3979 with your vehicle and rack and we will confirm before you order.
Is it warm enough for winter?
Yes. The patented Tri-Layer construction wraps the entire tent body with a polycotton fill sandwiched between two layers of 210D ripstop, which FSR compares to how a canteen works: holding heat in when it is cold and blocking it when it is hot. The tent is rated 4-season and 100% waterproof, and there are built-in ports for running a diesel heater duct or an AC line through the body without leaving a gap for weather.
How much can the included crossbars hold?
66 lbs dynamic, which is the limit while the vehicle is moving. They mount into the tent's aluminum T-track, and that same track accepts other accessories with optional hardware. Practically, 66 lbs covers traction boards, a light bar, a shovel, or a small cargo item. It is not enough for a loaded cargo box. Most rooftop tents make you buy crossbars separately, so having them included is worth noting.
Will I wake up to condensation?
Far less than in a sealed-floor tent. The aluminum open cross-slat floor lets the tent breathe from underneath instead of trapping moisture against a solid base, and FSR pairs it with a 3D anti-condensation mat and strategically placed venting for 360 degree airflow. The floor itself is 600D poly Oxford rated PU 3500mm, so breathability does not come at the cost of waterproofing.
Nova King or Aspen Lite?
Both use FSR's Tri-Layer insulation and both deploy in under a minute. The Nova King sleeps 3 to 4 with a 72 inch wide interior and includes crossbars, at 162 lbs. The Aspen Lite sleeps 1 to 2, weighs 100 lbs, and closes to just 7 3/8 inches, which lets it go on crossovers and small SUVs that cannot carry the Nova King. Choose Nova King for families and longer trips on a 4Runner, Land Cruiser, or full-size truck. Choose Aspen Lite for solo or couple trips where weight and closed height matter most.
Complete Your Setup
Will Your Rack Handle It?
Tell us your vehicle and rack and we will confirm your dynamic load rating covers 162 lbs before you order.
844-200-3979
