Lightning XT 4

Manufacturer: Sierra Designs

Product Details:

Product Year	2009
Usage:	Three-Season: Suitable for spring, summer, and fall in moderate climates. Usually has two poles, sometimes three, and plenty of mesh.
Shape:	other
Freestanding:	1
Single Wall:
Capacity:	4
Number of Poles:	4
Pole Material:	high-strength aluminum
Diameter of Poles (mm):	9
Floor Space (square feet):	57.5
Tarp:
Layout:	square
Length (inches):	92
Width (inches):	95
Nonstandard Shape:
Interior Height (inches):	49
Vestibule Type:	standard
Vestibule Front Area (square feet):	17.5
Vestibule Back Area (square feet):	10
Weight (lbs, oz):	6,13
Price:	$449

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