THULE ROOFTOP TENTS
Thule Kukenam 3 Rooftop Tent
Three-person rooftop camping with a massive sleeping platform. Now save $600.
The Thule Kukenam 3 is a rugged soft-shell rooftop tent built for campers who want a large, comfortable sleeping area without filling the truck bed, SUV cargo area or vehicle interior with their sleeping setup.
Open it at camp and you get a generous 96" × 56" sleeping footprint, enough capacity for up to three people, plus an integrated foam mattress, large mesh openings and elevated sleeping well above wet or uneven ground.
FREE Shipping eligible. Or visit a participating Cap-it location for roof-rack compatibility, professional installation and help building the complete rooftop-tent system.
CAMP ABOVE IT ALL
Your Campsite Goes Wherever Your Vehicle Goes.
Rooftop tents change how you use the vehicle at camp. Your sleeping system travels with you instead of taking up valuable room inside the truck, SUV or cargo area.
The Kukenam opens into a large elevated sleeping platform while leaving the rest of the vehicle available for coolers, recovery equipment, camping gear and everything else that came along for the trip.
When the destination is a forestry road, trailhead, remote lake, established campground or somewhere you found simply because the road kept going, your bedroom is already along for the ride.
BUILT FOR ADVENTURE
A Proper Three-Person Sleeping Setup on the Roof.
Sleeps Up to Three
A 96" × 56" sleeping footprint creates substantial room for two adults while providing capacity for up to three campers.
Integrated Mattress
A built-in foam mattress gives you a dedicated sleeping surface without needing to pack and set up a separate camping mattress every night.
Rugged Ripstop Fabric
The canopy uses a 260 g ripstop polyester-cotton blend designed for demanding outdoor use across changing conditions.
52" Peak Interior Height
A tall interior creates a more comfortable living space for changing clothes, sitting up and settling in for the night.
Mesh Ventilation
Mesh panels provide ventilation and can be opened to increase airflow when conditions are warm.
Interior Gear Storage
Four large internal pockets help keep phones, lights, clothing and other camping essentials organized inside the tent.
ROOM TO STRETCH OUT
96 Inches Long. 56 Inches Wide. 52 Inches High.
One of the biggest reasons to choose the Kukenam 3 is simply how much living space opens up from a relatively compact package on the vehicle.
BUILT FOR MORE THAN THE CAMPGROUND
One Tent. A Lot of Ways to Use It.
The Kukenam works especially well for campers who want the vehicle to remain the centre of the setup rather than towing a separate trailer or filling the interior with conventional camping equipment.
COMFORT INCLUDED
Your Mattress Is Already Up There.
A rooftop tent should simplify camping, not just move a conventional tent onto the roof.
The Kukenam includes its sleeping mattress as part of the tent, giving you a dedicated bed every time you open the system.
Add your sleeping bags, pillows and favourite camp bedding and you've got a proper elevated bedroom wherever you decide to stop.
Built for Changing Conditions
WHEN THE WEATHER IS GOOD
Open It Up.
Large openings and mesh screening create airflow and visibility, giving the Kukenam the open, elevated feeling that makes rooftop camping such a different experience.
MAKE CAMP YOURS
Gear Has a Place Too.
Interior storage pockets and exterior attachment points give you places for lights, small gear and other accessories that make camp more organized and comfortable.
BEFORE YOU MOUNT IT
Your Roof Rack Matters.
A rooftop tent places significantly different demands on a roof-rack system than a bike rack, ski carrier or cargo box.
Before installation, confirm that your vehicle, roof rack, crossbars and mounting configuration are suitable for the Kukenam and that all applicable dynamic and static load requirements are satisfied.
Thule specifies a minimum bar spread of 33.5 inches for the Kukenam 3.
Not sure? Talk to Cap-it before ordering. Our stores can help evaluate the vehicle, rack system and tent as a complete setup.
PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION
Buy the Tent. Have Cap-it Install It.
Rooftop-tent installation starts with the rack underneath it. Crossbar spacing, load ratings, mounting hardware, vehicle roof capacity and final tent position all need to work together.
Participating Cap-it locations can help confirm compatibility and professionally install the Kukenam on suitable trucks, SUVs and roof-rack systems.
If you don't yet have the correct rack system, Cap-it can also help build the vehicle side of the setup before the tent goes on.
FIND YOUR NEAREST CAP-ITOPTIONAL MOUNTING UPGRADE
Want Faster, Lockable Tent Installation?
Thule offers the Mounting Rails M as a compatible upgrade for the Kukenam 3.
The upgraded rails allow the tent to work with Thule's lockable quick-installation mounting brackets and are designed to make installation and removal faster. Mounting rails and compatible brackets are sold separately.
PRODUCT DETAILS
Technical Specifications
| SPECIFICATION | THULE KUKENAM 3 |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 901044 |
| Colour | Haze Gray |
| Sleeping Capacity | 3 Person |
| Dimensions Open | 96 x 56 x 52 in |
| Dimensions Closed | 48 x 56 x 12 in |
| Sleeping Footprint | 96 x 56 in |
| Peak Internal Height | 52 in |
| Weight | 119 lb |
| Static Weight Capacity | 600 lb |
| Minimum Bar Spread | 33.5 in |
| Base Construction | Aluminum with Insulated Fiberglass Sheet |
| Canopy Fabric | 260 g Ripstop Polyester-Cotton Blend |
| Internal Frame | 5/8" (16 mm) Wrapped Aluminum |
| Mosquito Screens | Yes |
| Seasons | All |
| Country of Origin | China |
CURRENT SALE
Save $600 on the Thule Kukenam 3.
$3,099.95 $2,499.95
At $2,499.95, the Kukenam puts a proven three-person Thule rooftop tent into a very competitive price range without stepping down to a smaller two-person sleeping platform.
FREE Shipping eligible, subject to the current Cap-it Shipping Policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Kukenam 3 is designed for up to three people and provides a 96" × 56" sleeping footprint.
Yes. The Kukenam includes an integrated foam mattress, so the primary sleeping surface is already part of the tent.
Compatibility depends on the vehicle, roof-rack or crossbar system, bar spacing, mounting configuration and applicable load ratings. Thule specifies a minimum bar spread of 33.5 inches. Contact Cap-it if you are unsure before ordering.
It may be installed on suitable truck-rack systems when the rack, mounting configuration and vehicle meet the applicable load and fitment requirements. Confirm the exact system before installation.
Professional rooftop-tent installation is available through participating Cap-it locations. We can also help evaluate whether your existing rack system is suitable before installation.
The Kukenam is eligible for FREE Shipping on qualifying Canadian orders, subject to the current Cap-it Shipping Policy.
THE CAP-IT TAKE
At $2,499.95, the Kukenam 3 Is Hard to Ignore.
Rooftop tents have evolved enormously, but there is still a lot to like about a well-designed soft-shell tent. You get a large sleeping platform without carrying an enormous hard-shell footprint on the vehicle every day.
The Kukenam's 96" × 56" sleeping area is the standout for us. There is enough room to make this a legitimate three-person tent, while two campers get a genuinely spacious rooftop sleeping setup.
And Thule matters. This isn't an unknown rooftop tent arriving without an established brand behind it. For customers travelling throughout Canada and putting real kilometres on their setup, that carries value.
At $600 off, with FREE Shipping eligibility and Cap-it installation support available, this is a very compelling way into a proven three-person rooftop-tent system.
FLEXITI FINANCING
Equal Monthly Payments. No Interest.
Cap-it offers Flexiti financing for qualifying customers, giving you another way to purchase the Kukenam 3 or build the complete rooftop-tent and rack system at once.
Financing is subject to approval and the current Flexiti terms and conditions.
EXPLORE FLEXITI FINANCING
THULE AT CAP-IT
Buy It Online. Get the Complete Setup at Cap-it.
Shop the Thule Kukenam 3 online across Canada or visit a Cap-it location for rooftop-tent advice, roof-rack compatibility and professional installation.
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Roof Rack Fitment
We'll help make sure your vehicle, rack and rooftop tent work together.
Professional Installation
Participating Cap-it locations can professionally install the complete rooftop-tent system.
FREE SHIPPING ELIGIBLE
Qualifying Canadian orders may receive FREE Shipping, subject to the current Cap-it Shipping Policy.