Vango Rome II Air 550XL Airbeam Tent 2023 (Incl. Footprint)

Product Information

The Vango Rome Air Tent has always been one of our favourite tents and for the new season it has been upgraded to take the tent to a whole new level. A recycled Fabric has been used to make the tent more sustainable. Combined with Vango’s S.I Pro inflation technology the tent suddenly has more premium features. It still comes in two sizes (550XL & 650XL), so you can easily choose how many you need to accommodate. The side storage area allows you to make the most of your living and awning area without tripping over suitcases and clutter, or why not use it as a toilet area so you haven’t got to walk miles in the middle of the night.

The Rome sits in Vango’s new Eco Dura Collection which has been designed to be environmentally friendly and durable. The entire range is made from single use plastics and every tent has an equivalent plastic bottle total to help show what Vango can create from just a small amount of waste. Vango has combined this concept with their Dura method of weaving the fabric to increase the strength of the material without having to increase the thickness of the thread. The Eco fabric has a waterproof rating of 4,000mm HH and UV protection factor of UPF30+; if this wasn’t enough the fabric also has ColourLok which aids colour retention from UV light.

The sheer amount of internal space is thanks to Vango’s Villa Construction which means the walls are more vertical giving you not only better interior height but also allowing you to utilize every inch of the tent by putting furniture closer to the sides. A multifunctional front door gives you the flexibility to have it positioned open, shut or halfway meaning whatever the weather is doing you can make the most of your holiday. Why not buy some additional King Poles and turn that front door into a canopy for those drizzly days?

Due to the lightweight Eco Dura Fabric, it means that the weight of the tent is only just over 31kg which is impressive when you think how big it is. The Rome Eco couldn’t be easier to pitch thanks to Vango’s S.I Pro (Single Point Inflation); simply peg out the base of the tent, pump it up from one point (or let an electric pump do it for you) and guy the tent out. This whole process has been demonstrated by Mike in our own YouTube videos (as seen in the link below). Even though the tent can be pumped up from one point it has multiple deflation points to make packing away the tent a doddle; this is also helped by the Smart Pack Bag which gives you the option of compressing the tent before zipping it into the bag.

Technical Specifications

• Weight: 31.7kg
• Pack Size: 78x44x54cm
• Capacity: 5 Person Tent
• Pitching Time: 12 Minutes

Features

• Midnight Bedrooms – Premium darkened fabric used in the bedrooms for a great comfortable night’s sleep
• Villa Construction – Upright side walls increase the height within the tent allowing you to fully maximise the internal space
• Storage Pod – A space which allows you to store kit, toys or clothes, keeping your tent tidy
• Clear Access Bedrooms – A wider opening and no step over into the bedroom allows for easier access
• Toggled Privacy Curtains – Provides privacy when required, can be rolled away when not in use
• Front & Rear Storm Anchors – Extra secure guying at the front and rear of the tent, providing peace of mind in adverse conditions
• Fully Taped Seams – All flysheet seams are factory taped which provides a watertight seal
• Waterproof PE Groundsheet – Robust and hard wearing fabric to stand up to the rigours of the most active campers
• Fully Sewn-in Groundsheet – Adds to the comfort of your tent by providing a bug and draught free environment. The groundsheet is attached to the flysheet with an external storm skirt to provide all round protection
• Covered Side Door – Provides a sheltered entrance to your tent
• Pre-Attached Front Awning – Provides extra enclosed space, perfect for socialising, dining or storage
• Double Zip Door – Provides additional flexibility by allowing the top of the door to be opened slightly for increased ventilation
• Flat Front Living Area – Maximises living space within the tent
• Lantern Hanging Points – Conveniently positioned to attach your light(s)
• SkyTrack™ II – A flexible hanging system which allows you to easily attach lighting or storage in your tent living area. The SkyTrack™ system truly allows you to tailor your tent to suit your needs
• High Cable Entry – Allows you to neatly run electrical cables out into the awning area at the front of the tent
• Bedroom Pockets – Conveniently positioned pockets for storing your essentials
• Toggled Inner Divider – Provides flexible sleeping options, allowing you to split bedrooms to create more privacy or remove to create a master bedroom
• Panoramic Windows – Large windows floods the living area with light and provides a great viewing gallery
• AirZone™ Panel – Increases the airflow into the living space
• Vango AirZone™ – High and low level ventilation panels combine to create a comfortable flow of air through the tent. Air circulation is essential for reducing condensation
• TBS®II Tension Band System – Ensures the tent performs in adverse conditions, especially in strong, changeable winds. When tensioned, the bands brace the pole at 3 points, and reduces sideways movement. Adjust TBS®II to remove slack. Do not over tension, as this may deform the poles. Can be stowed away in calm weather
• Fire Retardant Fabrics – Exceeds European EN5912 safety standard
• Fully Wind & Rain Tested – Weather tested to standard EN ISO 5912 for peace of mind. This tent is suitable for use in wet and windy weather. Cautionary level storms and extreme weather should be avoided
• Double Action Pump – Supplied with all AirBeam® tents our ergonomically designed pump allows you to effortlessly inflate your tent. Comes complete with a pressure dial and handy carry bag
• High Visibility Guylines – Strong and easy to see in low light conditions
• Adjustable Pegging System – Allows tent to be pitched perfectly on uneven surfaces
• Pre-angled Beams – Achieve greater internal space than with a standard curve. Provides effective bracing against winds
• Drop Down Door Step – Effortlessly enter and exit your tent with the drop down doors. Perfect for pram and wheelchair access
• Multiple Mesh Doors – Increase the flow of air within your tent while keeping bugs out
• Mesh Doors – Both living room doors have integrated mesh panels that increase the flow of air within your tent while keeping bugs out
• King Size Bedrooms – Offers a 70cm sleeping area per person, allowing for a comfortable night’s sleep with plenty of space for your bedside table and more
• Double Living Area – An extra large living area giving more space to relax and unwind or store your camping essentials
• Cable Entry Point with Tidies – Zipped entry point for power cable, with touch fastener tidies to keep cables out the way
• Smart Pack Bag – Full front of the bag drops down providing an area for your tent to be rolled and compressed straight into the bag.
• AirBeam® S.I Pro – Single Point Inflation – With 10 years’ experience of AirBeam® development and testing, Vango introduces single point inflation, a new and revolutionary feature for quick and easy inflation through the AirSpeed S.I Pro valve. Our unique system ensures pitch time is minimised while the multiple AirSpeed™ valves help with simple deflation. The added feature of self-isolated AirBeams® ensures that in the unlikely event of a puncture, the structure remains strong and functional. Patent Pending. United Kingdom Patent Application No. 2008619.5
• Sentinel Eco Dura Fabric – With a development focus on the environment and to create a 70D, fabric with improved performance without the addition of unnecessary weight, we’ve taken single use waste plastic and transformed them into our Sentinel Eco Dura Fabric. The introduction of our ColourLok technology and a 30% increase in strength, coupled with a 4,000mm HH waterproof rating, ensures market leading quality and performance, plus supporting our outdoor environment.
• Side Pod – An additional storage area to keep your living space free
• Tinted Diamond Pro Windows – Providing additional privacy and insulation compared to our Diamond Clear windows