
The Bison Overland Flatbed is a hard-side pop-up truck camper from Bison Overland weighing 1,100 lbs at around $24,500. It combines the low-profile driving benefits of a pop-up with hard-wall construction for better insulation and weather protection than soft-side models. Sleeps 2.
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half-ton truck owners who want pop-up weight savings with hard-wall durability, 3-season camping with better weather resistance than soft-side pop-ups, Overlanders who want a low travel profile but solid shelter, Campers who want built-in cooking facilities at pop-up weight, Those who like to dismount and use their truck freely.
Hard walls provide significantly better insulation, soundproofing, and durability compared to canvas-sided pop-ups. At 1,100 lbs, it's much lighter than a fixed-wall hardside while giving you real walls. 2-burner kitchen with sink for real meal prep. Bison Overland builds in Loveland, CO.
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The Bison Overland Flatbed has a dry weight of 1,100 lbs (1,500 lbs wet/loaded). You'll need at least a half-ton truck with a long bed. Always check your truck's payload rating on the driver's door sticker — manufacturer payload ratings vary significantly by trim and options.
The Bison Overland Flatbed has a base MSRP of $24,500 and can go up to $38,000 fully loaded with options. Contact Bison Overland directly for current pricing and lead times. Used models may be available at lower prices depending on condition and year.
Setup typically takes about 5 minutes — you need to raise the roof. With practice, most owners get faster. The camper can also be dismounted from the truck for freestanding use, though that takes longer.
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Long bed pop-up truck camper from Bison Overland. The Bison 8 features a hardwall pop-up design for full-size long bed trucks. Lightweight construction with all-aluminum frame and composite panels, designed for overlanding with full off-grid capability.
Still requires setup time to raise the roof — not instant like a fixed-wall camper. No built-in bathroom — bring a portable toilet or use campground facilities. Hard-side pop-ups tend to cost more than their soft-side counterparts for similar floor space.
The Bison Overland Flatbed weighs 1,100 lbs dry. This is a moderate weight that most properly-rated trucks can handle, though you should check your specific truck's payload capacity.
The Bison Overland Flatbed features aluminum frame and composite shell construction. Bison Overland is a domestic manufacturer based in Loveland, CO.
The Bison Overland Flatbed comes with a capable kitchen setup. With a multi-burner cooktop, fridge, and sink, you can prepare real meals without relying on campground facilities.
The Bison Overland Flatbed's electrical system includes 200W of solar with lithium batteries for efficient off-grid capability. This is a solid setup for extended boondocking and off-grid camping.
The Bison Overland Flatbed handles 3-season camping well. Insulation provides passive temperature management.
As a pop-up, the Bison Overland Flatbed requires raising the roof before camping — typically around 5 minutes. The tradeoff is a much lower travel profile for better fuel economy, less wind resistance, and garage parking.
The Bison Overland Flatbed carries 10 gallons of fresh water and 5 gallons of gray water capacity. This is a compact system best suited for short trips or campgrounds with water hookups.
The Bison Overland Flatbed starts at $24,500 and can reach $38,000 loaded. This is a mid-range price point that balances features and cost for the category.
The Bison Overland Flatbed comes with a 2-burner cooktop, sink, and refrigerator. It's a capable kitchen for preparing full meals on the road.
The Bison Overland Flatbed comes with 200W of solar and lithium batteries, plus 10 gallons of fresh water. You can comfortably boondock for a few days. For extended off-grid stays, some owners add more solar or battery capacity.