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HD Sidewinder Rooftop TentAluminum Side-Opening Clamshell · Sleeps 2
SKU: 18109901
Authorized OVS dealerFactory warranty honored · Free freight shipping in the contiguous U.S.
$2,899.99
ClamshellSleeps 2Aluminum
See the HD Sidewinder in action
The official OVS video for the HD Sidewinder.
- 2 minutes setup
- Sleeps 2
- PU 3500 waterproof
- 4-year fabric and structural warranty
Video: Overland Vehicle Systems HD Sidewinder
Specs
- Shell material: Aluminum
- Construction: Aluminum honeycomb shell and insulated base
- Tent fabric: 280g ripstop poly-cotton Oxford
- Tent style: Clamshell
- Sleeps: 2
- Heater port: No
- Compatibility: Universal: mounts to factory or aftermarket crossbars and racks rated for the tent's weight
Dimensions
- Weight: 220 lb
- Closed dimensions: 90.5 in x 55 in x 6.5 in
- Open dimensions: 90.5 in x 55 in x 48 in
- Tent with mattress and anti-condensation mat
- 2 removable crossbars
- 81" telescoping ladder with storage bag
- 2 window rods
- Stainless mounting hardware
OVS covers this tent with a 4-year fabric and structural warranty against defects in materials and workmanship for the original purchaser. Does not cover improper installation or modification, abuse, commercial use, or labor and freight for removal or replacement.
Ships by LTL freight with a liftgate. Free shipping on all rooftop tent orders in the contiguous U.S.
30-day return window from delivery. Item must be unused and in original packaging. Buyer covers return freight unless the item arrived damaged or defective.
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How it compares
Every OVS tent family side by side, from OVS's spec sheets and their XD / HD / LD chart. — means OVS doesn't list it. Tap a tent to see it.
| Feature |
 LD
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 HD Nomadic
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 You are hereHD Hard Shell
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 XD Hard Shell
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 XD Sherpa
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Style | Clamshell or fold-out soft shell | Fold-out soft shell | Clamshell or cantilever | Clamshell or cantilever | Hybrid soft shell |
| Shell | Aluminum (TMON) or canvas (TMBK) | Canvas on insulated aluminum base | Aluminum (Bushveld: polymer) | Aluminum (Atlas: ABS) | Canvas on aluminum honeycomb base |
| Sleeps | 2–3 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 1–4 |
| Tent fabric | 600D ripstop | 280g ripstop | 280g ripstop | 320g ripstop | 320g ripstop |
| Waterproof rating | PU 2000 | PU 3500 | PU 3500 | PU 5000 | PU 5000 |
| Blackout interior | — | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Cold weather kit | — | — | — | Included | Included |
| AC/heater duct | — | — | — | Yes | — |
| Crossbars | — | — | Mamba III, Sidewinder | Yes (Everest: optional) | Yes |
| Travel cover | TMBK: PVC cover | PVC cover | Hard shell | Hard shell | Not needed |
| Warranty | 2 years | 4 years | 4 years (Bushveld 4: lifetime structural) | 6-yr fabric, limited lifetime structural | 6-yr fabric, limited lifetime structural |
| Weight | 108–150 lb | 147.4–174 lb | 178.2–220 lb | 220–302 lb | 120–180 lb |
| Models | 2 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 |
| Starting price | $1,249.99 | $1,599.99 | $2,399.99 | $2,799.99 | $1,699.99 |
Pick the right OVS tent
Light Duty
LDOVS's simplest tents: a soft shell for three or an aluminum clamshell for two.- 600D ripstop body, PU 2000
- Aluminum clamshell or fold-out soft shell
- 2-year warranty
Heavy Duty soft shell
HD NomadicFour-season fold-out soft shell in 2, 3 and 4-person sizes, Standard or Extended.- 280g ripstop body, PU 3500
- Skylight, LED strip and PVC travel cover
- 4-year warranty
You are here
HD Hard ShellAluminum clamshells with crossbars, or a polymer cantilever for two or four.- Mamba III and Sidewinder: aluminum, crossbars
- Bushveld II and 4: polymer cantilever
- 4-year warranty
Extreme Duty hard shell
XD Hard ShellCold-weather kit, blackout coating and an AC/heater duct, standard.- 320g ripstop body, PU 5000
- Clamshell or cantilever, sleeps 2 or 4
- 6-year fabric, limited lifetime structural
Extreme Duty hybrid
XD SherpaA hybrid soft shell that zips shut without a travel cover, for 1 to 4 people.- Solo, 2, 3 and 4-person sizes
- Cold weather liner and blackout coating
- 6-year fabric, limited lifetime structural
Compare HD Hard Shell models
Only what changes between the 4 HD Hard Shell models. Everything else is shared. — means Overland Vehicle Systems doesn't list it.
| Feature |
 HD Bushveld II
|
 HD Bushveld 4
|
HD Mamba III
|
 You are hereHD Sidewinder
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opening | Cantilever | Cantilever | Clamshell | Side-opening clamshell |
| Shell | Polymer | Polymer | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Sleeps | 2 | 4 | 2–3 | 2 |
| Open height | 45 in | 45 in | 59 in | 48 in |
| Crossbars | — | — | 45 / 100 lb | 45 / 100 lb |
| Skylight | Yes | Yes | — | — |
| Anti-condensation mat | — | — | Yes | Yes |
| Annex room | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Structural warranty | 4 years | Lifetime | 4 years | 4 years |
| Weight | 178.2 lb | 207.9 lb | 220 lb | 220 lb |
| Price | $2,399.99 | $2,799.99 | $2,799.99 | $2,899.99 |
HD Hard Shell series in the wild
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