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    3x3m Race Tent — Compact Folding Canopy for Karting & Motorsport

    The Elite Pro 3x3m race tent is the most popular tent size for karting teams and individual racers worldwide. This 3x3 race tent is engineered specifically for the compact pit lane allocations found at karting circuits, delivering professional-grade shelter in a package that one person can set up in under five minutes.

    Built around a heavy-duty aluminium concertina frame, the 3x3m canopy provides 9 square metres of covered paddock space — enough for a single kart, basic tools, and a small workbench. The frame uses reinforced corner brackets and locking mechanisms that ensure rock-solid stability even in windy conditions common at open-air circuits.

    The waterproof 600D polyester canopy features heat-sealed seams and a professional PU coating that repels rain while providing UV50+ sun protection. Your team, equipment, and kart stay dry and shielded from harsh sun throughout long race days.

    Every 3x3m tent can be fully customised with your team colours, logos, and sponsor branding through our dye-sublimation printing service. The ink bonds directly into the fabric fibre, producing vivid graphics that won't crack, peel, or fade — even after multiple seasons of use.

    The tent packs down into the included heavy-duty trolley bag (150×35×35cm, 23kg) for easy transport between events. The compact packed size fits in car boots, van cargo areas, and trailer storage compartments.

    Whether you're a junior karting team just starting out or a seasoned racer looking for a reliable paddock shelter, the Elite Pro 3x3m race tent is the ideal foundation for your pit lane setup.

    Key Features

    5-Minute Setup

    One person can erect the tent in under 5 minutes using the quick-deploy concertina mechanism — no tools required.

    Heavy-Duty Aluminium Frame

    Reinforced aluminium alloy frame with locking brackets provides exceptional rigidity and resistance to wind loads.

    Waterproof 600D Canopy

    PU-coated 600D polyester fabric with heat-sealed seams repels rain and provides UV50+ sun protection.

    Custom Team Branding

    Full dye-sublimation printing available on roof panels, valances, and optional sidewalls with exact Pantone matching.

    Compact Transport

    Packs into included trolley bag (150×35×35cm, 23kg) for easy transport in cars, vans, and trailers.

    Modular Accessories

    Compatible with optional sidewalls, weight plates, rain gutters, and lighting systems.

    Who Needs a 3x3 Race Tent?

    The 3x3 race tent is the perfect entry-level paddock shelter for solo karters and individual racers stepping into competitive motorsport. If you're racing a single kart and travelling with minimal crew — often just a parent-driver duo in junior karting — this is the tent that makes race weekends manageable without compromise on quality or protection.

    Compact enough for the smallest paddock allocations, the 3x3m footprint fits standard karting pit lane spaces at circuits worldwide. You won't encroach on neighbouring teams, and you'll have exactly the right amount of covered area for your kart on its stand, a basic toolbox, and a couple of folding chairs for rest between sessions.

    Transport and logistics are where the 3x3 race tent truly excels. At just 23kg in a trolley bag that measures 150×35×35cm, it fits in the boot of a hatchback — no van or trailer required. For families and solo racers who drive to circuits in their road car with the kart on a small trailer, this portability is a game-changer.

    How does the 3x3 compare to the 3x6 for teams needing more space? The 3x6m doubles your covered area to 18m², which is ideal for two-kart operations or teams with extensive tooling. But if you're a solo kart racer, the 3x3 gives you everything you need at half the weight and half the packed size. Many teams start with a 3x3 and later add a second to create a linked 3x6 configuration using our rain gutter connectors — so your investment is never wasted as your team grows.

    Specifications

    Open Dimensions 3.0m × 3.0m × 3.4m (H)
    Covered Area 9 m²
    Packed Dimensions 150 × 35 × 35 cm
    Weight 23 kg
    Frame Material Heavy-duty aluminium alloy
    Canopy Fabric 600D polyester, PU coated
    Waterproof Rating PU 2000mm+
    UV Protection UPF 50+
    Setup Time < 5 minutes (1 person)
    Peak Height 3.4m (adjustable)
    HS Code 6304939000

    Custom Printing & Branding

    Transform your 3x3m race tent into a branded team asset. Our dye-sublimation printing covers roof panels, valances, and sidewalls with vibrant, fade-proof graphics. We match your exact Pantone colours and can incorporate team logos, sponsors, and custom artwork. The process bonds ink into the fabric fibre — not onto the surface — so your branding won't crack or peel, even after years of outdoor use.

    What's Included

    • 3x3m folding canopy tent with aluminium frame
    • 600D waterproof polyester roof canopy
    • Heavy-duty trolley carry bag
    • 4× ground stakes
    • 4× guy ropes
    • Setup instructions manual

    Use Cases

    Karting Paddock

    The 3x3m is the go-to size for karting teams at circuits worldwide. Its compact footprint fits standard pit lane allocations while providing full shelter.

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    Track Day Events

    Perfect for club racers and track day enthusiasts who need a portable, professional-looking shelter that sets up fast.

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    Outdoor Events

    Beyond motorsport, the 3x3m tent serves as a branded promotional shelter, market stall, or event booth.

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    Motorcycle Racing

    Compact enough for motorcycle paddocks while offering enough room for a bike, stand, and basic tools.

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    Customer Reviews

    "We've been using Elite's 3x3m tents for our junior karting programme for three seasons now. They set up fast, look professional with our team branding, and they've held up perfectly in rain and sun."

    Vincent Fraisse — VF Motorsports

    "The quality of the aluminium frame is noticeably better than other brands we've tried. Our 3x3m tents still look and perform like new after two full seasons of racing."

    Paul Hardy — Xcel Motorsports

    "Perfect size for karting. One person can have it up in minutes. The custom printing is excellent — our sponsors are always impressed with how sharp the branding looks."

    Matthias Njeim — MN Motorsport

    Frequently Asked Questions

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