Product: Columbus - Roof Top Tents - Autohome
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Hard shell roof top range.
A sense of freedom, adventure and truly independent spirit at first glance. Columbus is the ideal roof tent for a week-end, holiday or tough trip.
This surprising range of roof tents is a lesson in design: made by expert hands with passion and dedication in every detail. Columbus is much more than a campsite roof tent: its strength, versatility and safety make it ideal for extreme camping and Off-Road holidays.
Like all Autohome roof tents, Columbus has a history of adventure throughout the world, providing users with maximum protection.
Opening the tent is really quick and easy, thanks to the special gas strutts, which lift up the top whilst keeping the fabric properly tensioned.
Columbus – your essential travel partner.
Autohome: “ A simple silhouette and a great look "

COLOUR OF FABRICS

Gray

COLOUR OF SHELL

White

FIBERGLASS 100% "GLASS RENFORCED PLASTIC" - GFK IN GERMAN

Handmade

Shells are handmade by precision craftsmen, the best guarantee of quality: a quality structure, compact, pull-out, unlike ordinary plastic or similar products available on the market. The fiberglass insulates the inside from the heat and cold and can be cleaned easily (it is undamaged by aggressive cleaning agents). Strength, reliability, comfort, quality: Maggiolina roof tents are all this and more.

MODELS AND SIZES OF RANGE
COLUMBUS

SMALL

Aerodynamic version.
Recommended for two adults.

Art: C/01
Columbus Small
Sizes: 130 x 210 cm
Closed h: 30 cm
Open h: 150 cm
Weight: about 56 Kg*
Volume: 196 l*

MEDIUM

Aerodynamic version.
Recommended for two adults and a child.

Art: C/02
Columbus Medium
Sizes: 145 x 210 cm
Closed h: 30 cm
Open h: 150 cm
Weight: about 61 Kg*
Volume: 220 l*

LARGE

Aerodynamic version.
Recommended for two adults and two children.

Art: C/03
Columbus Large
Sizes: 165 x 215 cm
Closed h: 30 cm
Open h: 150 cm
Weight: about 73 Kg*
Volume: 260 l*

X-LONG

Optional for Small and Medium: instead of
the standard 210 cm long, this version is
available at 230 cm in length.

THE COMPLETE RANGE
Open H max 150 cm
SMALL
Aerodynamic version.
Recommended for two adults.
Art: C/01
Columbus Small
Sizes: 130 x 210 cm
Closed h: 30 cm
Open h: 150 cm
Weight: about 56 Kg*
Volume: 196 l*
MEDIUM
Aerodynamic version.
Recommended for two adults and a child.
Art: C/02
Columbus Medium
Sizes: 145 x 210 cm
Closed h: 30 cm
Open h: 150 cm
Weight: about 61 Kg*
Volume: 220 l*
LARGE
Aerodynamic version.
Recommended for two adults and two children.
Art: C/03
Columbus Large
Sizes: 165 x 215 cm
Closed h: 30 cm
Open h: 150 cm
Weight: about 73 Kg*
Volume: 260 l*
X-LONG
Optional for Small and Medium: instead of
the standard 210 cm long, this version is
available at 230 cm in length.
THE COMPLETE RANGE
Open H max 150 cm

BACKSTAGE

FACE TO FACE WITH AUTOHOME® AND ITS PRODUCTS

CLAUDIO BARABASA
ASSEMBLING DEPARTMENT
ALESSANDRO LEONI
PRODUCT MANAGER
GIUSEPPE FERCODINI
AUTOHOME® CO-FOUNDER
SILVIA SARZI
HEAD OF LOGISTICS STAFF
BENITO GENOLI
FIBERGLASS DEPARTMENT
GABRIEL COTOI
FABRIC DEPARTMENT
MIKE SPIES
Importer Autohome USA

COMFORT WITHOUT COMPROMISE

All Columbus models open in an instant. By releasing the catch at the back, the tent will open thanks to two special gas springs (just like those on car tailgates) which lift the top whilst keeping the fabric tensioned.
Closing it is just as simple; you are then ready to set off again in total safety.

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COMFORT WITHOUT COMPROMISE

All Columbus models open in an instant. By releasing the catch at the back, the tent will open thanks to two special gas springs (just like those on car tailgates) which lift the top whilst keeping the fabric tensioned.
Closing it is just as simple; you are then ready to set off again in total safety.

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When the roof tent is open, it is characterized by one only rear panel without openings, perfectly stable and firm on the base with an anti-condensation Air Cap (except for the Large version that has also a rear window as standard). On the sides there are two French windows with arched zips useful for partial openings. There are also mosquito nets on all the openings.

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1 - Columbus provides extra storage area whilst travelling. The aerodynamic design with its ample storage capacity allows you to carry sporting equipment, travel accessories, bed linen, etc and keep them safeguarded from the weather.

2 - Two internal safety locks to prevent closure during gusts of wind are fitted as standard (when locks are inserted, the tent does not close).

3 - Available with: 2 roomy storage pockets, one per side.

4 - Arched door fitted on each side complete with roll up, roll down mosquito nets. Fitted with circular zips, they can easily be changed into windows.

5 - Large window designed to offer an excellent view, but above all great privacy. When open, it assures the right privacy and cosiness.

6 - 7 - The aluminium ladder is extremely compact, foldable for travel or pull-out during the night.

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EASY TO OPEN, SIMPLE TO CLOSE

Closing, the elastic guys can be activated by simple clips to fold the fabric inside the shell. The elastic is fitted neatly, not sewn onto the fabric, and does not cause crumpling, creasing or damage, ensuring perfect waterproofing and a good-looking tent. This feature is particularly useful with high vehicles.

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HIGH CLASS TEXTILE

La condensation est un phénomène naturel qui touche les tentes de camping. Lorsque la température extérieure descend et devient plus basse de la température intérieure, l’humidité de l’air peut se condenser et se déposer, sous forme de gouttelettes, sur les parois de la tente. La condensation à l’intérieur d’une tente peut se manifester surtout le soir, la nuit, ou en altitude lorsque le tissu est plus frais.
Forte des acquis d’années d’expérience et du soin qu’elle apporte à la sélection des meilleurs matériaux, Autohome a choisi Airtex®, un tissu de très haute qualité, pour les modèles Columbus, Columbus Variant, Columbus Carbon Fiber et Columbus Black Edition. Très éclectique, Airtex® est un tissu imperméable et résistant, qui présente une vitesse d’évacuation de la vapeur d’eau à l’extérieur de la tente extrêmement élevée.
Désormais, la condensation ne sera plus un problème.

Airtex Textile

ÉVACUATION DE LA VAPEUR D’EAU

Vitesse d’évacuation de la vapeur d’eau: 440 g/m2/24 h
Airtex® est un tissu qui ne retient pas la vapeur d’eau dans la tente, mais qui l’évacue de manière naturelle vers l’extérieur. Et c’est justement la différence par rapport au polyester plastié, qui étant étanche, est un véritable générateur d’humidité et de condensation.

ARTISAN QUALITY IN MASSPRODUCTION

Handmade

As for most of the versions made by Autohome, the shells are made of fiberglass.
Fiberglass is a particular fabric fiber interweaved and soaked in resinous liquid substances or polyester. This material is also known as GRP, glass reinforced plastic (GFK in German).
The above mentioned really expensive liquid resins, once adequately mixed with catalyzing or accelerating additives, are manually spread with hairy roller brushes on a glassy fabric previously lay on open stamps. In this way, while solidifying, the liquid resin incorporates the glassy fibers and creates the fiberglass. It is a laborious process by hand but it is surely worthy the quality of the result.
Fiberglass is very widespread within the building industry and used especially for roofs and other industrial and urban coverings. It does not get warm under the sun and keeps any closed environment insulated from heat and cold, an indispensable feature for any roof tent.
Thanks to fiberglass, Autohome’s shells guarantee excellent quality not only in regard to their endurance and sound proof insulation, but also in terms of lightness and easiness to repair (avoiding this way the high costs of substitution of entire shells, usual in the case of Asian manufacturing that commonly uses simple plastic).
The quality of fiberglass is so great that this material is also used in the manufacturing of boats and cars, especially for bodyworks and hulls that need rigidity and stability throughout time… the best campers, for example, are the ones with single body made with fiberglass and therefore easily repairable (bodies made with ABS are indeed not very diffused anymore because of their difficult reparation processes). Thanks to its excellent qualities of lightness, robustness and resistance to decompression, fiberglass is also used for windmill blades and within the aeronautical and aerospace industry.
Autohome’s shells are designed and manufactured with the best existent material today.
No presumption of travelling to the moon (for the time being…).

ATTENTION!
NO PLASTIC
NO ABS
NO ACRILIC
100% FIBERGLASS
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FIBREGLASS ADVANTAGES

MATERIAL COMPARISON TABLE

SPECIFIC
WEIGHT
g/cm³
TENSILE
STRENGTH
MPa
ELASTIC
MODULUS
GPa
COEF.
OF THERMAL
EXPANSION K¯1
COEF.
OF THERMAL
CONDUCTIVITY W/mK
FIBREGLASS 1,5 400 26 11 x 10¯6 0,35
WOOD 0,7 250 12 14 x 10¯6 0,1
ALUMINIUM 2,7 80 70 23 x 10¯6 170
STEEL 7,8 400 210 12 x 10¯6 40
PLASTIC 1,8 70 3 85 x 10¯6 0,1

ANTI-CONDENSATION VENTILATED ROOF


Loft and attic ceilings inspired our staff to give Columbus a false ceiling comprising an air cushion for extra insulation, sound and heatproofing, creating a safe, healthy and silent environment even in the rain.
This feature is provided for all Autohome shell tents.
There are three categories in the range: Columbus, Columbus Variant and Columbus Carbon Fiber

ANTI-CONDENSATION VENTILATED ROOF


Loft and attic ceilings inspired our staff to give Columbus a false ceiling comprising an air cushion for extra insulation, sound and heatproofing, creating a safe, healthy and silent environment even in the rain.
This feature is provided for all Autohome shell tents.
There are three categories in the range: Columbus, Columbus Variant and Columbus Carbon Fiber

ROOF INSULATION


Roof insulation with air gap is an exclusive Autohome feature. The air cushion obtained by the internal alveolar panel and the anti-condensation foam allow a better thermal and acoustic insulation and a healthier and more silent place to rest in case of rain.

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OUTSIDE YOU CAN’T SEE INSIDE, INSIDE YOU CAN SEE OUTSIDE
Dim. 0,5 x 0,7 mm [13,6×11/cm]
The mosquito net has an extraordinary blackout feature that provides more privacy to the occupants of the tent. Outside you can’t see inside, inside you can see outside.
The mosquito net is very thick.
It is incomparable to the standard and it features an innovative weave so fine that it does not allow the passage of any kind of insects. Quiet nights in marshy areas, near watercourses, on the banks of rivers or in areas where the presence of microscopic mosquitoes is very high.

COLUMBUS TECHNICAL DESINGS

A.
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B.
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C.
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D.
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E.
F.
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A.

V= with the tent closed, this indicates the capacity (volume) of the upper shell, in litres.
The upper shell contains 2,3 or 4 pillows, according to the model, and other night-time accessories or personal effects.
For example, a rucksack, blankets, a beauty-case, or the ladder, the changing room, winter hood or other travel accessories can be fitted inside the tent, so they don’t take up room in the boot or inside the vehicle.

B.

When choosing a roof tent, the shell height is important because it shows how much room there is inside and how easy it is to move about, hence the comfort.
Even just a few centimetres more or less make a big difference: everything has been calculated to ensure that a person of average height (170-190 cm) can sit comfortably without the head coming close to the ceiling.
The overall length of 210 cm provides optimum comfort and room for rucksacks or large blankets. If you are tall, the X-LONG model is the best choice.
Note: the dimensions indicated refer to the size of the shells.
Consider that, the shells being made with handcraft techniques in different moulds and configurations (Maggiolina / Columbus / Airtop), their length and width can vary +/- 30 mm.

C.

The width (SMALL /MEDIUM /LARGE) is according to the number of occupants

D.

The door is as wide as possible, 75 cm. The doors become large windows. The size of the windows can be adjusted for optimum visibility. Even when the traditional version has the windows open (in a rough half circle) privacy is not compromised.

E.

Large window designed to offer an excellent view, but above all great privacy. When open, it assures the right privacy and cosiness..

F.

Standard bases include 2 strong C-shaped steel bars to hook the tent onto the vehicle roof rails, using the clamps supplied.

DESIGN MADE IN ITALY

Design Made in Italy means quality, originality and style.
A production process of every single roof top tent is based on master craftsmanship and industry, characterized by high-quality materials, aesthetic taste, a care for detail, sensitivity to beauty and durability, making Autohome a leading and excellent participant in international competition.
The reasons for the worldwide success are based on a strong local artistic and cultural tradition. Just as a tree is nourished by the soil in which it is rooted, so Autohome draws from the skills and creativity of the territory, its art and culture.

DESIGN MADE IN ITALY

Design Made in Italy means quality, originality and style.
A production process of every single roof top tent is based on master craftsmanship and industry, characterized by high-quality materials, aesthetic taste, a care for detail, sensitivity to beauty and durability, making Autohome a leading and excellent participant in international competition.
The reasons for the worldwide success are based on a strong local artistic and cultural tradition. Just as a tree is nourished by the soil in which it is rooted, so Autohome draws from the skills and creativity of the territory, its art and culture.

COLUMBUS ACCESSORIES

A GREAT CHOICE OF ACCESSORIES

A vast range of accessories are offered for your maximum comfort and additional needs.
They are extremely easy and quick to assemble and self-contained.
Each of the Columbus models can be supplied with any of the following accessories:
• Verandah, being self-contained, it allows you to move your car whenever desired.
• Winter hood additional protection against humidity, cold and wind.
• Awning, a useful accessory for short breaks.
• Feet to place Columbus on the floor if desired.
Other accessories: roof rack for any kind of vehicle; space saving kit designed to store your AUTOHOME on your garage ceiling, bike rack etc.

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INDIPENDENT VERANDAH

For Cars Art. C/03A

Self-contained Verandah (200 x 210 x 245 cm high approx). Fitted with openings on all sides, it is very versatile and useful. Plenty of space for storage, cooking, eating and additional sleeping area.

Light-weight aluminium poles, anodized and adjustable.

INDIPENDENT VERANDAH
(FOR CARS)

Art. C/03A

Self-contained Verandah (200 x 210 x 245 cm high approx). Fitted with openings on all sides, it is very versatile and useful. Plenty of space for storage, cooking, eating and additional sleeping area.

Light-weight aluminium poles, anodized and adjustable.
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FEET

Art. C/06A

Columbus can also be placed on the floor, transferring it into a conventional tent. Approximately 25 cm high the feet allow you to keep a safe distance from humidity, water and insects. Foldable and clutter free, they can remain attached at the base while in transit.

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FEET

Art. C/06A

Columbus can also be placed on the floor, transferring it into a conventional tent. Approximately 25 cm high the feet allow you to keep a safe distance from humidity, water and insects. Foldable and clutter free, they can remain attached at the base while in transit. Foldable and adjustable, these supports can be fitted easily where required. Useful in campsites or residential areas which do not allow vehicles entry at night.

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Columbus Accessories - Autohome Roof Top Tents

WINTER HOOD

Art. C/04A

The Winter hood is extremely easy to use thanks to the Velcro fastening. One half is attached under the Columbus roof, the other half on the Winter hood. The Winter hood can be attached and remain in situ, whilst travelling. Columbus winter hood has one door (driver side) and one window (passenger side).

WINTER HOOD

Art. C/04A

The Winter hood is extremely easy to use thanks to the Velcro fastening. One half is attached under the Columbus roof, the other half on the Winter hood. The Winter hood can be attached and remain in situ, whilst travelling.

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AWNING

For cars (Art. C/05A-1)
for vans and 4 wheels drives (Art. C/05A-2)
Variable sizes according to the height of the car: width of the roof 150 cm, depth 100/200 cm.
The Columbus Awning is suitable only for Tents produced since 2017.

Light-weight aluminium poles, anodized and adjustable.
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AWNING

for cars (Art. C/05A-1)

AWNING 4X4

for vans and 4 wheels drives (Art. C/05A-2)

A quick protection area that allows more privacy. Variable sizes according to the height of the car: width of the roof 150 cm, depth 100/200 cm.

The Columbus Awning is suitable only for Tents produced since 2017.

Light-weight aluminium poles, anodized and adjustable.
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AWNING ROLLING TOP

Art. R/TOP - S cm 180x180
Art. R/TOP - M cm 220x225

Confirming the distinctive features of the Columbus range by Autohome, Rolling top, specifically designed for the range, is easy to fit and provides extra shelter and space for even more freedom on holiday, whatever the weather.

Light-weight aluminium poles, anodized and adjustable.
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AWNING ROLLING TOP

Art. R/TOP - S cm 180x180
Art. R/TOP - M cm 220x225

Confirming the distinctive features of the Columbus range by Autohome, Rolling top, specifically designed for the range, is easy to fit and provides extra shelter and space for even more freedom on holiday, whatever the weather.

Light-weight aluminium poles, anodized and adjustable.
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UNIVERSAL SYSTEM

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UNIVERSAL SYSTEM

The exclusive Autohome security system allows all tents to be used on any vehicle: small cars, off-road vehicles, station-wagons, MPV’s (or people carriers), camper vans, and pick-up trucks... A universal, quick attachment system, allows you to position the tent safely in any position, with no risk of damage or modifications to the body of the vehicle. Various fixing kits are available to suit.

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1st Advantage:

All tents are fully independent for easy installation on the car roof.

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2nd Advantage:

The C-shaped steel rails integrated into the bases of all Autohome models strengthen the structure and make it possible to fix the tent to the roof bars by means of special clamps.

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3rd Advantage:

Just two people (standing beside the car) can easily lift the tent and position it on the roof bars without risk to the bodywork.

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4th Advantage:

The standard clamps slide along the C-shaped rails to fix the tent in the desired position. This position varies depending on the type of car, to be used as a carryall or for best appearance.

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The tent bases must not be drilled for fixing onto the roof bars.

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No holes are to be drilled in the roof bars to secure the tent. This operation is prohibited by current safety regulations. It is not permitted to make changes to the roof rack.

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4 clamps are provided as standard for simple, easy mounting according to the rules.

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Universal System Autohome is a mounting system according to the standards, certified by T.V - ID: 0000024461. Beware of imitations.

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An example of a roof rack for motor cars without water channels.

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Connection for off-road vehicles or motor cars with water channels.

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Attachment bars for motor cars with fitted rails.

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Special Order: Roof Bars or Expedition Roof Racks available in Steel or Aluminium.

CLAMPS SIZE AVAILABLE

AUTOHOME
DRIVE CALM AND SLEEP PEACEFULLY

Safety is priceless for us at Autohome and for this reason our research and development centre has always worked on two fronts: first to guarantee "no problem journeys" and second to ensure "peaceful nights".

NO PROBLEM JOURNEYS

The roof tent is a load subject to dynamic stress when driving on the road and like any other load outside the vehicle must be firmly anchored and give a guarantee of safety, in order not to become a hazard. Autohome roof tents are made
of the best materials to be solid and robust, able to withstand the stresses of the asphalt and the aerodynamic drag of the wind. They passed the stringent certification tests of the product and materials to travel years and years without problems.

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PEACEFUL NIGHTS

The same attention we paid to dynamic security was also given to the quality of sleep. First choice materials, accurate finishes, attention to details mean that in the Autohome tent you sleep in a real bed, insulated from the heat and cold and soundproofed from rain noise.

WARNING

There are roof tents on the market that do not have any real product certification. Beware of certifications such as ISO 9001 that some sellers advertise, because they concern the company organization and are not at all a guarantee of quality and security of the tent you are going to buy.
On the contrary, Autohome roof tents have passed stringent quality tests of the materials used, carried out in the laboratories of qualified Bodies, including the German TÜV.

AUTOHOME
DRIVE CALM AND SLEEP PEACEFULLY

Safety is priceless for us at Autohome and for this reason our research and development centre has always worked on two fronts: first to guarantee "no problem journeys" and second to ensure "peaceful nights".

NO PROBLEM JOURNEYS

The roof tent is a load subject to dynamic stress when driving on the road and like any other load outside the vehicle must be firmly anchored and give a guarantee of safety, in order not to become a hazard. Autohome roof tents are made
of the best materials to be solid and robust, able to withstand the stresses of the asphalt and the aerodynamic drag of the wind. They passed the stringent certification tests of the product and materials to travel years and years without problems.

AUTOHOME QUALITY TENTS CERTIFIED ALSO BY TÜV

 

PEACEFUL NIGHTS

The same attention we paid to dynamic security was also given to the quality of sleep. First choice materials, accurate finishes, attention to details mean that in the Autohome tent you sleep in a real bed, insulated from the heat and cold and soundproofed from rain noise.

WARNING

There are roof tents on the market that do not have any real product certification. Beware of certifications such as ISO 9001 that some sellers advertise, because they concern the company organization and are not at all a guarantee of quality and security of the tent you are going to buy.
On the contrary, Autohome roof tents have passed stringent quality tests of the materials used, carried out in the laboratories of qualified Bodies, including the German TÜV.