Sleeping Platform
Our patent pending sleeping platform design ensures the best night's sleep while car camping.
The independently adjustable legs & configurations allow the Hele Box to fit in most SUVs/Trucks/Vans - straddling over obstacles, seats, or leveling out slopes.
Adjust the height to strike your perfect balance between headroom & storage. At 6ft of length - it's enough room for you to stretch out after a long day of adventure and new memories.
The sleeping platform surface is 72” x 40” and accommodates sleeping pads up to 78” x 44” wide.
If you are looking to prioritize more headroom on your sleeping platform, add a set of stubbies to your cart separately when you check out.
Storage System
Storage space is worth its weight in gold when car camping.
The Hele Box's carrying case doubles a compartmentalized storage container, fits snug under the sleeping platform, and slides out for easy access to your gear/goodies when car camping. It comes with three compartment dividers that you can remove or adjust to your needs!
The wooden topper provides additional under/over storage while car camping. You can easily unlatch and slide it forward to access gear that's stored under the sleeping platform - or load gear on top of the sleeping platform and secure it down using the rails as latch points.
The width of the Hele Box Duo allows you to fit 2 storage bags underneath the sleeping platform. Add on a separate storage bag before check out so you can roll out with a matching set.
Camping Table
Tired of lugging around that rusty old table every time you go car camping? So were we! The Hele Box's sleeping platform is light enough to easily remove, swing around, and use as a gathering area to share old stories and create new memories. You can run it out the back of your tailgate with the set of already included extended legs OR add a separate set of extended legs to your cart before checkout so it can stand independently on its own.
Dual-Lock Technology
Unparalleled stability.
The only vehicle sleeping platform with dual-locking legs to ensure a wobble-free sleeping experience.
Why this matters to you... Whether on their lowest or highest setting the double-lock system removes all play from the adjustable legs, giving you the sturdiest sleeping platform on the market.
Duo Sleeping Pad
Our sleeping pad's 'car friendly' design is lightweight, extremely comfy, and doesn't sacrifice extra headroom.
- 3” thick hybrid of foam/air allows you to adjust the level of firmness
- Top surface is a soft 50D poly fabric and the bottom is equipped with an anti-slip material
- Separate inflate & deflate values + hand pump + carrying sleeve
Inflated size: 72" x 41" x 3"
Packed size: 21" x 8" x 8"
*Ships separately*
Size & Specs
Sleeping Platform Dimensions
- 6ft long x 40" wide x 8.75-14" high
Packaged Dimensions
- 41" x 12" x 8"
Height (floor to top of frame)
- Shortest: 8.75 inch
- Tallest: 14 inch
- Adjustable by 1/2 inch increments
Weight
Hele Box’s frame is made of aerospace grade aluminum (6061) making it extremely light without compromising strength. The total weight of the system is 36lbs - a fraction of weight when compared to custom wood systems/rooftop tents.
Weight Capacity
Recommended to hold up to 400lbs
Legs
Every Hele Box comes with:
- 6 short legs (8-14")
- 2 extended legs (14-25")
Please keep in mind that a 40" wooden topper lays on-top of this frame.
5-Year Warranty
Every Hele Box is assembled, tested, and put through quality service checks at our facility in Colorado before we ship it to you.
We are dedicated to making the most durable, long-lasting, and versatile car camping gear on the market. But sometimes the unexpected happens.
If there's an issue with your product let us know (Contact Us) and we'll make it right by mailing you the replacement part & providing instructions to get you back out the door and into your next adventure.
Shipping & Return Policy
Shipping in USA - Shipping is through UPS ground, the costs will be estimated for you in your cart when you go to check out.
Shipping to Canada - Shipping is through UPS ground or USPS, the costs will be estimated for you in your cart when you go to check out. You will also need to pay a custom/duty charge that will only be sent to you once it makes it to the customs warehouse in Canada. You will be alerted by the carrier via email, and the Hele Box will not be sent to your address until the duty charge is paid.
Returns - We think you'll be stoked on the Hele Box, but if it doesn't work for you, no worries! We have a 30-day return policy. More information can be found in the check-out.
Why Hele Box?
The Hele Box is a true 3 in 1 Vehicle Sleeping System. The built-in storage capabilities, lightweight design to easily transform into a table, and .5" incremental adjustably makes our product the most-modular solution on the market.
Hele Outdoors is a small (but mighty!) business HQ'd in Colorado focused on creating gear we actually use in the field. Being both the supply and demand for our products give us competitive advantage in our creations. Every Hele Box is assembled and tested in the USA before it ships to you.
We believe that outdoor gear should be good for you, and the planet. That's why 3% of profits go to nature conservation efforts. Learn more about our mission and story here.
Helpful Girl/Guy Math Calculator
With this purchase I will save:
- $5k+ on a van & custom build
- $1500+ on a rooftop tent that wreaks havoc on my gas mileage
- $100+/night in nasty motels or busted up b&bs on road trips - yuck!
- $50 on a rinky-dink camping table that takes up all the room in my car
- Time, money, and trips to the chiropractor on a permanent & heavy build-out
- Ample room in my garage when it's not camping season
Jokes aside - we truly believe this is the most economical way for a positive car camping/road tripping/overlanding/van-lifing experience.
FAQ
How does it make a 6ft sleeping platform when my trunk/cargo space is less than that?
If you are using the Hele Box in an SUV, a set of longer adjustable legs are attached to the front of the frame. These legs sit in the footwell of the rear seating and level out the frame with the other 4 shorter legs in the rear of the frame.
What if my cargo space has different heights or isn't completely flat? How will the sleeping platform be flat?
No problem! All 6 legs are independently adjustable allowing you to dial in a flat sleeping platform even if your cargo area isn't. The Hele Box car camping system can straddle over obstacles, seats, and level out even the steepest of slopes. Check our vehicle fitment guide or send us a message and we'd be happy to confirm with you!
If the vehicle isn't listed on your fitment list, does that mean it won't fit?
No! We've tested the Hele Box in more than 50 makes/models/generations of vehicles, but there are SO MANY MORE out there we've yet to test. The Hele Box car camping platform will fit in almost any SUV/truck/van that has 72" of length for the full length of the frame or 66" for the system in "shortie" mode. Check out pg 3 of our fitment guide for more information.
Does it come with the components needed for a flat space (like a truck bed/van) or do you need an extra set of short legs?
Every Hele Box comes ready to be set up on a flat space/ground (all 6 short legs) or an SUV (4 short legs and 2 long legs for the foot wells). You don't need to buy anything extra :)
When are you releasing the 2-person sleeping platform?
It's released! Check out the Hele Box Duo if you car looking for a car camping platform that accommodates 2 people.
Can you buy an extra set of legs separately?
Yes! You can now purchase an extra set of extended legs to use the table as a standalone.
Headroom looks a little tight, how can I get more space?
We built the Hele Box with a focus on balance between headroom and storage space. If you are looking to prioritize more headroom on your car camping platform, add on a set of stubbies!!
Where can I go to learn more?!
Our Youtube Channel is loaded with helpful content for you to check out :)
Ordered the hele box duo for my 2025 4Runner and could not be more pleased. The frame is light, and easy to setup. The legs allow great flexibility, and the slabs light and easy to move when needed. The entire structure setup is extremely durable and strong easily supporting my husband and I. Murray was responsive and kind throughout the whole process, and answered all my questions prior to ordering. We are so excited to add the Hele Box Duo to our gear options, and are ready to set out on many adventures. Thanks again Murray, and team!!!
Very easy to setup and adjust, super light I love the access underneath to get my snacks. Fits perfectly in my 2002 Toyota Sequoia limited with the seats folded up !pushed to the side I still have room. Packs down easy to stow away this platform has really made it easy for me to truck camp. I plan on living out of my truck full time this summer in Montana so we will be putting it to the test. Having wood slats makes my 4 in memory foam topper super comfy ! 10/10 best purchase I have made in a long time I highly recommend The hele box. Thank you so much for making an affordable bed platform for my vehicle !
This is essential for the Ford Transit Connect. Its as if it was made for that van. I looked for the perfect set up and with the Hele Duo its like nothing else I found and works perfectly. Hopefully I will be able to add a picture later. Great Product you wont be disappointed.
I purchased the duo after several months of research and saving. Murray was awesome - very helpful and quick to answer questions aplenty. The order came through in about 8 days and was in great shape! I can’t wait to start the transformation! You can’t go wrong with Hele. I plan on being the first to buy company stocks when they finally become available!!
It was easy to setup and even easier to put inside the car! Look forward to the adventures!