RunDuck Adjustable Turtle Basking Platform, 13 x 6.9 in, with Climbable Ramp

RunDuck’s adjustable turtle basking platform gives aquatic turtles a climbable place to bask and rest, with a 13 x 6.9 in (33 x 17.5 cm) platform and a hook designed for tank rims 0.3–2 in (0.8–5.1 cm) thick.

• Fits tank rims from 0.3–2 in (0.8–5.1 cm) — accommodates a range of aquarium sizes.
• Measures 13 x 6.9 in (33 x 17.5 cm) — provides a defined platform area for basking and resting.
• Adjustable hanging hook — lets you change the platform’s height and width to suit the tank.
• Repositionable ramp with a slip-resistant surface — adapts to the tank layout and offers turtles grip while climbing.
• Transparent acrylic with strong weight-bearing construction — keeps the view clear and is designed to support multiple turtles.

Aquatic turtles need an accessible place to climb out of the water and bask or rest. This platform combines a ramp and resting area in one adjustable setup, so you can position it to suit your tank’s rim and water level. Its adjustable format is made for a variety of tank sizes, including larger turtle tanks, while the ramp can be oriented to work with the tank layout.

What does the RunDuck platform provide for aquatic turtles?

It provides a basking and resting area that turtles can reach by climbing the attached ramp. The platform is designed to create a comfortable resting spot, with the hook allowing its height to be matched to the water level. Its generous platform format offers room for turtles to settle once they climb up.

• Combines a climbable route and a resting area.
• Height adjustment helps position the platform in relation to the tank’s water level.

Will the hanging hook fit my tank?

The adjustable hook is designed for tank rims between 0.3 and 2 inches (0.8–5.1 cm) thick. Before choosing the platform, compare your tank’s rim thickness with that range. The hook also allows width adjustment, helping the platform accommodate different tank sizes, including larger turtle tanks.

• Check the tank rim thickness against the stated range.
• The platform measures 13 x 6.9 inches (33 x 17.5 cm).

Can I change the ramp direction and platform height?

Yes. The ramp can be positioned to suit the tank’s layout, and the adjustable hanging hook lets you change the platform height to match the water level. The ramp’s slip-resistant surface is designed to give turtles grip as they climb onto the basking area.

• Choose the ramp orientation to suit the tank arrangement.
• Adjust the hook position to set the platform height.

What is the platform made from, and can it support more than one turtle?

The platform is made from transparent acrylic, which provides a clear view through the basking area. Its robust construction is designed for strong weight-bearing support and to accommodate multiple turtles without wobbling.

• Transparent acrylic construction.
• Designed to support multiple turtles.

RunDuck’s adjustable platform is suited to aquatic turtle keepers looking for a basking and resting area that can be positioned around a tank’s rim, water level and layout. Its ramp, adjustable hook and transparent acrylic construction bring climbing access and a clear-view platform together in one setup.

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