We line up the manufacturers’ own published specs, side by side, and explain what each number means on a South African trip. We haven’t tested this kit ourselves, and we say so on every page.
Spec comparison · not hands-on tested
Weight, size, mattress, fabric and load ratings for six rooftop tents, taken from each maker's own product page, plus what those numbers mean on your bakkie or SUV.
Capacity, weight, size, power figures and temperature range for five 12V fridge/freezers, taken from each maker's own page, and how to read those numbers when you're sizing a dual-battery system.
Coverage, weight, packed length, fabric and wind guidance for five vehicle awnings, from each maker's own page, and what to check before you bolt one to your rack.
Breaking strengths, lengths, weights and materials for six pieces of 4x4 recovery gear, from each maker's own page, and the safety rules that matter more than any of the numbers.
