Eclipse 270 Freestanding Hardshell Awning (Left Hand)

Darche spent the last two years getting deep into the world of design engineering, with the goal of meticulously crafting and refining their latest innovation – the ground-breaking Eclipse 270 Freestanding LED Awning. They rigorously tested and fine-tuned various design iterations and the driving force behind these extensive trials was simple – to ensure that when you step under a 270 freestanding awning, it's a product that's been put through its paces and proven to excel even before it hits the market.

Now that design has been applied to a totally new model - the Eclipse 270 Hardshell with RTT entry. Total protection for your awning on the trails, and a new layout for easy setup and take-down.

Here's why you want this awning on your rig:

• Strong Aluminum Hardshell Cover - with vents to keep mould away
• Wind Rated & Solid as a Rock – Handles winds up to 30 km/h
• Serious Coverage – A whopping 7.5 sqm / 80sq-ft of shade and shelter.
• Built for the Long Haul – Tough 280gsm ripstop polycotton canvas that won’t let you down.
• Easy Rooftop Tent Access – Zippered hatch makes getting in and out simple.
• Lights Included – Built-in dual-coloured white/amber LEDs to keep your campsite lit.
• Heavy-Duty Mounting – Strong two-piece adjustable aluminium brackets lock it down tight.
• Weather-Ready – Air vents and water drainage ports to keep mould at bay.
• Break Points Where It Counts – Designed to prevent major damage in extreme conditions.

Find out more about our wind test results here:

Darche stands apart with a commitment to making awnings that have truly been put to the test, and they are the first in Australia to extensively wind-test a freestanding awning. This commitment led Darche to a comprehensive 30-day wind testing period, exposing the awning to a spectrum of winds ranging from gentle breezes to severe gales according to the Beaufort scale.

Based on results and observations gained over the wind testing period, the Eclipse 270 Freestanding Hardshell Awning is rated up to 30km/hr winds whilst freestanding. However, our recommendation is that you always deploy the included poles and tie down your awning properly using pegs and guy ropes as Mother Nature is unpredictable and we want to protect your investment.

Besides its durability, the Eclipse 270 Freestanding Hardshell Awning is also chock-full of features for your comfort and convenience, including dual-colour dimmable LED strips fully-integrated in the rafter arms and a redesigned powder-coated two-piece backing plate with a new canvas-style fully-enclosed transit cover, which maximises weather resistance while still retaining the ability to easily move the awning from one vehicle to another.

A fully enclosed aluminum shell covers this new version, complete with study silicone end caps that feature strong magnets for securing, and vents for keeping the awning dry if put away after a rainfall. Awning walls perfectly complement this awning, available soon in a version specifically made for the Hardshell awning.

KEY FEATURES

• NEW Hardshell RTT Entry version allows easy access to your tent's rear entrance
• Freestanding design with 30km/hr wind rating (60km/hr when tied down)
• 80 ft² of cover and the most useable shape on the market - maximum rear coverage!
• Fully-enclosed aluminum transit cover with two-piece backing plate design maximises weather resistance
• Multi-piece height-adjustable brackets suits a wide range of setup types
• Black powder-coated X-tube aluminium alloy rafter arms, backing plate & hinges
• Integrated dual-colour (white and amber) dimmable LED lights on four rafter arms. (Requires power bank or USB port, not included)
• Heavy-duty 280gsm ripstop polycotton canvas with 3000mm waterhead rating
• All parts are designed to be user-replaceable for easy and low cost repair
• Compatible with optional mounting brackets to attach directly on your Darche hard shell RTT
• Left-hand mounting (driver's side) configuration only
• Industry-Leading 3 Year Warranty with Worldwide Support

*Product configuration may vary from photos. Shown with walls and other optional extras, available separately. Please verify exact specifications and contents before purchase.

*Please note that if this awning is mounted to a roof top tent, the poles must be used at all times to avoid damaging your roof top tent. Ensure that your roof mounting system is fit for purpose. For specific installation recommendations visit your local roof rack specialist or installer