James baroud 270 awning& RTT?

GENERAL DISCUSSION
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Anyone have experience w James Baroud 270 awning? Compatible w RTT v2? Wondering if the ceiling hatch lines up w access to RTT.

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I haven’t seen one in person but I was curious so I looked up the James Baroud Falcon awning online. The pass-through ceiling hatch to enter the tent through the awning roof is pretty neat.

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Unfortunately I don’t think the ceiling hatch will work with the GFC without some modification. It looks like the entry for the James Baroud tent is centered along its side while the GFC has the side-entry more towards the rear.

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Thanks for that. That was my concern - that the hatch and tent doors dont align. Hoping someone who has seen/owns both will confirm. Otherwise i will go with ARB

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Just put the ladder on the other side?

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I have a regular James Baroud awning with a the pass through hatch and it does not line up to the GFC windoor.

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Thanks for the confirmation. worth the $2k ? (vs $800 ARB version)?

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yep, def an option. I liked the idea of dropping into the awning section (assuming walls are up/privacy option).

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I have the standard side awning (98") which was $800 and yes it was worth it

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It might be a better fit with a custom bracket that allows it to extend further aft. I know a place where you can get one…

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I’ve been running a James Baroud rooftop tent with the Falcon awning for a couple of seasons, and I can confirm the hatch feature is really clever—it makes getting in and out of the tent through the awning roof quick and dry, especially in rain or windy conditions. The idea is great in theory, but as you’ve all noted, alignment is a key issue depending on your vehicle.

On vehicles like the GFC, the standard side-entry is further back than on most James Baroud tents, so the pass-through hatch doesn’t line up naturally with the tent door. I ran into the same problem when I trial-fitted my awning on a pickup with an offset rear side door. It’s not impossible to work around, but it requires either relocating the ladder or modifying the attachment points, which could affect warranty or structural integrity. For most users, it’s easier to keep the ladder aligned with the tent’s main door and simply use the awning as a covered space rather than a direct entry.

If alignment is crucial for your setup—especially if you want the hatch as a main entry—ARB or other soft-shell setups might be the more straightforward option. The ARB awning doesn’t have the pass-through hatch, but it’s very reliable, fully compatible with vehicles like the GFC, and still provides excellent sheltered space.

In short: the James Baroud Falcon awning is innovative and works great if your vehicle’s door lines up, but on a GFC it will likely need compromises. If you want a plug-and-play solution without adjustments, ARB is the safer bet. That said, if you love the idea of the hatch and are comfortable with some minor modifications, it can definitely be made to work—just plan your ladder placement carefully.