Storm‑Proof Shelter Tarps

Shelter Sheet Tarps, supplied by J3Seven, are rugged, fully waterproof bashas designed for military, emergency and expedition use. Built from PU‑coated 190T polyester with a 3,000 mm waterproof rating, taped central seam and 19 tough reinforced attachment points, they can be rigged in countless configurations for hammocks, bivvies, ground shelters and vehicle awnings.

Available in three square sizes – 3 x 3 metres, 3.5 x 3.5 metres and 4 x 4 metres – these tarps give you options from lightweight solo cover through to generous group shelter, all supplied with guy lines, pegs and a stuff sack.

Why Teams Choose Shelter Sheet Tarps

Genuinely storm‑worthy: 190T polyester with PU coating and a 3,000 mm hydrostatic head, plus a taped central seam, provides reliable waterproof cover for foul‑weather camps and bivvies.

19 reinforced attachment points: Sixteen around the edges and corners plus three along the ridgeline give you a huge number of pitching options. All tie‑outs are backed with reinforced PVC patches for strength under load.

Three sizes for different roles: 3 x 3 m for solo or compact two‑person use, 3.5 x 3.5 m for extra room or two to three people, and 4 x 4 m as a generous group or team tarp.

Fast to rig, easy to adapt: Works with ridge lines, tarp poles, walking poles, vehicles or trees, and can be pitched as lean‑tos, A‑frames, diamond shelters, group awnings and more.

Colours that match your environment: Available in olive green, coyote brown and multicam, making them suitable for tactical, remote work and bushcraft use.

Complete kit out of the bag: Each tarp is supplied with a stuff sack, guy lines and pegs, ready to add straight into your pack or vehicle kit.

Three Sizes to Suit Your Job

3 x 3 m Shelter Sheet Tarp – CT162

A versatile all‑rounder for solo bushcrafters, military personnel and lightweight teams.

• Size: 3 m x 3 m
• Packed size: approx. 24 x 14 x 4 cm
• Weight: approx. 790 g (tarp only)
• Best for: solo shelter, compact two‑person cover, hammock tarp or low‑profile bivvy
• Included: tarp, 4 pegs, guy lines and stuff sack

3.5 x 3.5 m Shelter Sheet Tarp – CT165

A larger square tarp when you want more coverage or room to work under cover.

• Size: 3.5 m x 3.5 m
• Packed size: approx. 26 x 19 x 8 cm
• Weight: approx. 1,050 g (tarp only)
• Best for: roomy solo camps, 2–3 people with kit, generous hammock cover
• Included: tarp, 4 pegs, guy lines and stuff sack

4 x 4 m Shelter Sheet Tarp – CT168

A serious group or team tarp for operational sites, training areas and expedition base camps.

• Size: 4 m x 4 m
• Packed size: approx. 26 x 17 x 4 cm
• Weight: approx. 1,290 g (tarp only)
• Best for: small group shelter, multiple hammocks, work areas and equipment cover
• Included: tarp, 4 pegs, guy lines and stuff sack

Shared Construction Features

• Material: 190T polyester with PU 3,000 mm waterproof coating
• Attachment points: 19 total – 16 around edges and corners, 3 along the centre ridgeline
• Reinforcement: all tie‑outs backed with reinforced PVC patches for strength
• Seams: central seam taped and fully waterproof
• Colours: olive green, coyote brown, multicam (availability may vary via J3Seven)

Frequently Asked Questions

Which size tarp should I choose?

For individual use or very small footprints, the 3 x 3 m is often ideal. The 3.5 x 3.5 m adds extra space for 2–3 people or a more generous solo set‑up. The 4 x 4 m is best when you need group shelter, multiple hammocks under one roof or a larger work area out of the weather.

How many people can each size realistically cover?

As a guide: 3 x 3 m – one person plus gear or two in a tight pitch; 3.5 x 3.5 m – two to three people and kit; 4 x 4 m – a small group with equipment or several hammocks, depending on how you rig the shelter.

Are the tarps truly waterproof?

Yes. All three sizes use PU‑coated 190T polyester rated to 3,000 mm hydrostatic head, with a taped central seam and reinforced attachment points for reliable performance in wet conditions.

Do they come with poles or only guy lines and pegs?

They are supplied with the tarp, four pegs, guy lines and a stuff sack. Poles are not included – most users pitch using trees, walking poles or separate tarp poles.

Can these tarps be used with hammocks?

Yes. The square cut and multiple attachment points make them well suited to hammock camping; many users run a ridgeline above the hammock and pitch the tarp in an A‑frame or diamond configuration.

Are they suitable for Australian conditions?

Absolutely. The combination of strong tie‑outs, good waterproof rating and multiple size options makes them ideal for Australian bush, high country, coastal and desert‑edge environments when pitched correctly and used with appropriate fieldcraft.

Choose the right level of cover for your people and equipment, from solo basha to group shelter. Contact J3Seven to supply BCB Shelter Sheet Tarps in 3 x 3 m (CT162), 3.5 x 3.5 m (CT165) and 4 x 4 m (CT168) for your units, vehicles and expedition teams across Australia and New Zealand.