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Freespirit Recreation

Evolution V3 XL

The Evolution V3 XL is Freespirit Recreation's larger aluminum-hardshell clamshell, sleeping 2-3 with a 55 in wide interior floor and 38 in peak height. Gas-strut deployment lifts the honeycomb lid in seconds. It carries integrated dimmable LED lighting, heater/AC/electrical ports and nine interior storage pockets.

What stands out

  • Wide 2-3 person interior with taller 38 in peak than the Evo V2
  • Gas-strut assisted hardshell deployment
  • Nine interior storage pockets and integrated LED lighting

What to weigh up

  • Heaviest of Freespirit Recreation's clamshell tents at 184 lbs
  • No published mattress thickness, warranty or season rating
  • No specific recommended rack models published

Full specifications

Overview
TypeHardshell
Opening styleClamshell
Sleeps3
Season rating—
List price$3,595
Weight and size
Weight184 lb
Packed length7 ft 2 in
Packed width4 ft 11 in
Packed height9.5 in
Living space
Sleeping length6 ft 9 in
Sleeping width4 ft 7 in
Floor area31.1 sq ft
Interior height3 ft 2 in
Mattress thickness—
Setup and build
Setup timeManufacturer's claim where published; otherwise estimated from tent type. Expect longer in practice.~60 secest.
Shell materialExtruded aluminum with polymer corners
FabricTri-Layer: polycotton fill between two layers of 210D ripstop
Warranty—
Features
Integrated LED lightingYes
Heater / HVAC portYes
Roof skylight—
Annex available—
Solar ready—
Carries cargo on top—

Specifications last verified against Freespirit Recreation's own product page. Fields the manufacturer does not publish are shown as —, never estimated.

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