ARB Esperance V2
#8 in Hard shellFull review
A compact, quick opening hard shell for couples who move camp often and want power and lights built in. Tall sleepers will find the bed short.
ARB $2,599.95$2,599.95
The ARB Esperance V2 is the better tent overall, rated 3.5 to 2.8. The ARB Esperance V2 leads on weight and warranty. The ARB Esperance V2 costs $399.05 less ($2,599.95 vs $2,999).
CVT Mt. Hood Large
#20 in Hard shellFull review
The widest Mt. Hood, for two adults and a child or a dog who want a quick hard shell setup. At over 260 lb listed it needs a heavy duty rack.
CVT $2,999$2,999
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the ARB Esperance V2 for weight (130 lb for 30.6 sq ft of bed (4.2 lb per sq ft) vs 267.9 lb for 32.5 sq ft of bed (8.3 lb per sq ft)) and warranty (3-year warranty vs 2-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every hard shell tent; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | ARB Esperance V2 | CVT Mt. Hood Large |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 62 $84.93 per sq ft of bed ($2,599.95, 30.6 sq ft) | 56 $92.40 per sq ft of bed ($2,999, 32.5 sq ft) |
| Weight 20% | 50 130 lb for 30.6 sq ft of bed (4.2 lb per sq ft) | 0 267.9 lb for 32.5 sq ft of bed (8.3 lb per sq ft) |
| Weather 20% | 88 3,000 mm waterproof rating | 50 waterproof rating not published (neutral score used) |
| Comfort 15% | 20 2 in mattress, anti-condensation mat not stated | 50 mattress and extras not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 50 3-year warranty | 25 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| ARB Esperance V2 | CVT Mt. Hood Large | |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping | ||
| Shell | Hard shell | Hard shell |
| Opens | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Mattress | 56.3 x 78.3 in | 57 x 82 in |
| Bed area | 30.6 sq ft | 32.5 sq ft |
| Mattress thickness | 2 in | - |
| Built-in lights | Yes | Yes |
| Weather | ||
| Fabric | 200 gsm poly cotton canvas (fire retardant), 210D silver coated oxford rain fly | 280 gsm polyester blackout canvas |
| Waterproof rating | 3,000 mm | - |
| Annex | Optional | Optional |
| On the vehicle | ||
| Weight | 130 lb | 267.9 lb |
| Closed size | 60 x 49 x 13.5 in | 88.19 x 64.57 x 10.24 in |
| Closed height | 13.5 in | 10.2 in |
| Setup time (maker) | - | 4 min |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Released | 2025-05 | 2025 |