Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 580 i Caravan World

“Undoubtedly the cantilevered Sea Cliff Bridge is what most visitors remember, but it’s great driving all the way” Australia is an odd country in many ways. Much of the country has areas of minimal population density but it’s right up there with countries that have the longest coastlines in the world — Canada is top of the list — and we have more beaches than just about anywhere. While there are multiple places to go in inland Australia, there are almost as many where it is simply not possible to drive along the coast. Sure it’s quite easy to get to the coast in many a great location but coastal drives as such are much thinner on the ground. Which is why I thought I'd mention a few favourites. Down…

FLAT TOWING Q I have a motorhome and I am interested in flat towing a vehicle. Has there ever been any editorials in the past on this subject and, if not, it may be a good subject to address in our magazine if you can find some expert. Gary Chapman, Mudgee A Hi Gary, I don’t think an article on flat towing has been done in recent times. However, there are various methods of towing a smaller vehicle behind a motorhome but the one favoured by many is a flat tow, that is where all four wheels of the towed vehicle are on the ground. An A-frame is required to hook up both the motorhome and towed vehicle, as is a custom frame fitted to the latter.…

On a recent visit back to Eyre Peninsula in South Australia where I grew up, we came across this beautiful 'lady' in her delightful aeroplane beside the road. Other readers may be interested in her location as this is only one of the many wacky mailboxes we have seen on our travels around Australia. Whenever we come across anything like this we use it as a good opportunity to stop and stretch our legs and make sure we get a photo or two. This one is located in South Australia on the Birdseye Highway between the towns of Lock and Elliston. We were travelling with our caravan. It is our third van (graduating slowly from a camper trailer when the kids travelled with us up to a full van) which…

You’ve been conned. At least it may seem reasonable to believe you’ve been conned going by the wagon train of reports of harsh changes in Queensland that would make it unlawful to upgrade your existing tow vehicle to accommodate your shiny new caravan, that’s both bigger and with more bells and whistles and, consequently heavier. A story appeared in Queensland daily newspaper The Courier-Mail on August 21 which vastly exaggerated the effect of the current Federal Government rules which only apply to towing capacity upgrades made on pre-registered vehicles. The article said the Queensland State Government would prevent upgrades to 4WD tow vehicles which would allow them to tow larger and heavier caravans than they previously have, by banning upgrades to the Gross Combination Mass (GCM), of the vehicle and…

If you read the last issue of Caravan World, you may recall how impressed I was with the modern manufacturing systems and new technologies used in the all-new Coromal Pioneer Evolution XC. For this issue, we saddled her up and dragged the offroader up the blacktop to Western Australia's breathtaking Coral Coast and inland to the edges of the Pilbara. Along for the ride were some great folk and more than half a tonne of sand. Sand? Yep, that's not a typo. We had around 650kg of sand aboard the 632S to simulate the van at near its full 3395kg ATM (the remaining 100kg was taken up by sundries and personal belongings). This made it a bit hard to live in though, after a bag or two burst — although…

Melbourne-based Trakmaster has manufactured some of Australia’s most sought-after caravans, but with a recent change of ownership, a new focus has the company moving to standardise and offer first-time offroad caravan buyers a simpler, better experience. We have loved every Trakmaster caravan we've tested, but how would this new, more standardised version impress compared to the bespoke offerings of yesteryear? We soon found that Trakmaster is not leaving customisation behind: quite the opposite in fact. The company exudes the love and passion for heading off the beaten track just as much as its buyers do; the firm's staff still enjoys the challenge of building bespoke vans, but want to reach more clients and help first-timers get into offroad caravaning more easily. So is the Pilbara S an ‘entry level’ Trakmaster?…

VALUE FOR MONEY “The Pilbara S might have taken some of the costly custom-work out, but it is still an expensive caravan” TOWABILITY “Offroad there is no peer but the slight lurch during on-road driving requires a little more care” LIVEABILITY Internally the Pilbara S is simple and well laid out but the lack of microwave and washer limit liveability” SUITABILITY FOR INTENDED TOURING “It is hard to beat the Pilbara S for its intended purpose, offroad touring” LAYOUT The small bumps around the bed and low roof height are the only slights on a well laid out and simple floorplan” QUALITY OF FINISH “The body was impeccable and interior tidy with care for the build clearly evident” BUILD QUALITY “The chassis will outlast the owner and the body is…

VALUE FOR MONEY “Right on target with sensible options and accessories” TOWABILITY “Confidence both on and offroad” LIVEABILITY “Suits me down to the ground” SUITABILITY FOR INTENDED TOURING “I’d be happy to take it on a Big Lap” LAYOUT “Seems very spacious for its dimensions and inclusions” QUALITY OF FINISH “Displays real pride and experience in workmanship” BUILD QUALITY “It will go the hard yards” CREATURE COMFORTS “This creature was very comfortable and as John says: 'It’s large enough that you can read the paper and pick up the soap!'” INNOVATION “A terrific combination of time proven design and construction – with some new quirk” X-FACTOR “X-cellent”…

VALUE FOR MONEY “Tandem axle van with a bit of European chic thrown in” SELF-SUFFICIENCY “Water capacity OK but might need a solar panel for an extended stay” LIVEABILITY “Small kitchen but otherwise no real compromises” SUITABILITY FOR INTENDED TOURING “Ideal for smaller tow vehicles or larger vehicle owners who desire an easy tow” LAYOUT “Quite practical and the front club lounge is a real winner” QUALITY OF FINISH “Cabinetry feels flimsy but that's more to do with weight-saving than cheap materials” BUILD QUALITY “All the appliances are familiar items in Australia and no different to a locally-built caravan” CREATURE COMFORTS “Even has a space heater and an external gas bayonet” INNOVATION “Not easily seen but I reckon the integrated body and chassis structure” X-FACTOR “Suitable for lighter capacity tow…

VALUE FOR MONEY “This is sometimes hard to judge but if a large motorhome with a spacious interior is needed then this is it” SELF-SUFFICIENCY “Has all the essentials such as battery/ solar panel/water tank capacity for remote travel” LIVEABILITY “With the slide-out open, there is room to move” SUITABILITY FOR INTENDED TOURING “Definitely a motorhome for those who desire a bit of living space when they travel” LAYOUT “Most things are where they should be without too much compromise” QUALITY OF FINISH “All the fittings are standard Avida items and function as they should” BUILD QUALITY “A few odd fit and finish issues but most things open and shut as they should ” CREATURE COMFORTS “Has just about everything you could wish for” INNOVATION “Nothing particularly of note from…

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Overall length 7m (22ft) External body length 4.6m (15ft) External body width 2.3m (7ft 6in) Travel height 3.05m (10ft) Internal height 1.97m(6ft 4in) Nameplate Tare 1895kg Nameplate ATM 2500kg Payload 605kg Ball weight 168kg EXTERNAL Frame Aluminium Cladding Composite aluminium Chassis 6in Supergal by G@S Suspension G@S Control Rider TS Brakes 12in drum Wheels 16in Water 2x95m Battery 2x120Ah Solar 2x150W Air-conditioner Air Command Ibis Gas 2x9kg Sway control No INTERNAL Cooking Dometic Combi three-burner gas hob and sink, plus outside kitchen Fridge Dometic CoolMatic CRX110 compressor Microwave yes Toilet Thetford cassette Shower Separate Lighting LED Hot water Suburban PRICE AS SHOWN $59,990 drive away (Victoria) MORE INFORMATION More info: www.legendcaravans.com.au  or (03) 9720 0822. Or phone Southern RV on (03) 5248 1733…

CAMPER - MARINE SPORTS BAG Huge main compartment with an extra wide U-shaped zippered opening made from 500D water-resistant polyester tarpaulin with PVC coating and 1680D ballistic polyester base. Including moulded rubber reinforced quick grab handle on both ends, oversized panel webbing for extra strength and durability, rubber feet for added protection, detachable/ adjustable padded shoulder strap and heavy duty oversized zippers and accessories. CAPACITY: 77 Litres DIMENSIONS: 60cm W x 37cm H x 35cm D COLOUR: Black CAMPER BEANIE Warm and stylish. One size fits most.100% acrylic ribbed knit. Inner fleece lining around browband. COLOURS: Grey CAMPER - T-SHIRT (MENS) Camper - Mens Tee in Classic Fit - 100% Cotton for 100% comfort, marle colours are Cotton/Viscose blend. Heavy 190gsm ring spun Jersey knit fabric with shape staying elastane…

Victorian company Solar 4 RVs has won top spot in the 2018 Australian Business Award for Eco Innovation. The annual Awards are part of an international program recognising business and product excellence, sustainability and commercial success in industry. The Eco Innovation category recognises environmentally conscious products and services that provide innovative solutions for new and existing market needs. The award recognises Solar 4 RVs achievements in the development of a co-ordinated service model for off-grid mobile solar. “We are honoured to receive this prestigious award and to be recognised for our sector leadership in the provision of lightweight, thin solar panels for off-grid mobile applications such as caravans, boats, and outdoor equipment,” says Trish Chapallaz, co-founder of Solar 4 RVs. Since launching in 2014, the family company has grown to…

“An underground bakery kicks into gear in the wee hours of each morning" Few places share the warmth and charm of Farina, an historic railway township in outback South Australia on the Old Ghan Railway line. Accessible via the Oodnadatta Track and within the Eyre Basin, it makes an interesting stopover for those travelling north. And like all great outback destinations, you need to leave the bitumen behind to discover its full beauty. Back in the late 1800s, Farina was quite a bustling town, with two hotels, a bakery, post office, school, police station, blacksmiths, saddlers, teamsters, churches, storekeepers, train station, cemetery and various other buildings. By 1948, much of the population had moved to other railway locations and services gradually declined, led by the school's closure in 1957. A…

Carla Francis is the author of Travelling With Pets on Australia’s East Coast. The new fourth edition has been completely revised and now includes thousands of pet-friendly places along the east coast for you to stay and know your pet will be made welcome, too. It also features a new guide to dog-friendly venues from Port Douglas to Port Fairy, Sydney and everywhere in between. These include dog-friendly cafes, bars and wineries which are sure to keep bellies full and tails wagging. Some even have doggie menus… Packed with helpful maps, a doggie beach guide and useful icons which indicate which type of pet each property allows, the fourth edition will help you have a ball with your best mate. Whether you’re planning for a canine camping holiday or a…

Colonial settlement of the Pilbara commenced in the 1860s with the arrival of white men looking for pastoral lands to graze their livestock. The indigenous population were overpowered and in many instances forcibly moved off their land. Often those who remained were put to work for very low wages by pastoralists and pearlers. Many Aboriginal people became expert horse riders and stockmen. They were the backbone of the outback pastoral industry. In 1946 the Aboriginal stockmen in the Pilbara had had enough. They went on strike because of poor wages and conditions. They walked off the stations for three years. This had never been done before in Australia.…

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Overall length 8.5m (27ft 10.5in) External body length 6.3m (20ft 8in) External body width 2.5m (8ft 2in) Travel height 3.1m (10ft 2in) Internal height 1.98m (6ft 6in) Tare 2645kg ATM 3395kg Payload 750kg (calculated) Ball weight 174kg EXTERNAL Frame N/A Cladding Composite Chassis FRV Suspension Esy-Tow Sport X Rally wishbone heavy duty suspension Coupling AL-KO Click-Lock Brakes 10in electric Wheels 16in steel with 265x75 AT tyres Water 2x80L fresh, 1x110L grey Battery 2x100Ah Solar 2x150W Air-conditioner Dometic Gas 2x9kg Sway control Yes INTERNAL Cooking one electric, three gas hob Camec Fridge Nova Kool 190L Microwave 25L Bathroom Separate shower and toilet Washing machine Camec top loader 2.5kg Hot water Gas OPTIONS FITTED None PRICE AS SHOWN $86,100 MORE INFORMATION Coromal Windsor 25 Harrison Rd, Forrestfield, WA 6058…

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Overall length 8.24m (27ft 7in) External body length 6.02m (19ft 9 in) External body width 2.49m (8ft 2in) Travel height 3.1m (10ft 2in) Internal height 1.98m (6ft 6in) Tare 2868kg ATM 3499kg Payload 631kg (calculated) Ball weight 170kg EXTERNAL Frame Aluminium Cladding Tough Frame Chassis Hot-dipped galvanised Suspension JTECH Dual Shock Independent Coupling DO35A Brakes AL-KO electric drums Wheels 16in 245/70R16 tyres Water 2x82L Battery 2x120A Senetry deep cycle Solar 3x160W and regulator Air-conditioner Dometic Harrier Gas 2x9kg Sway control AL-KO ESC INTERNAL Cooking Four-burner oven with 1x240V element Fridge 218L Waeco RPD-218 Heating Truma gas ducted Microwave Sphere Bathroom Ceramic toilet, separate shower Washing machine 3kg Sphere Hot water 22L gas/240V Priced from $84,990 OPTIONS FITTED None PRICE AS SHOWN $86,990 MORE INFORMATION To enquire about…

Spiderman, Wolverine, Thor, Iron Man, Hulk and the Sea Breeze; they are all Marvel creations, but only one will be your true friend on the road — or off it for that matter. The Marvel Sea Breeze Sport 18 is a strong, offroad caravan that will stay true in your quest for the perfect campsite. It’s good for a long run through thick and thin throughout the rigours of our great Australian continent. I’d like to say it has powers and abilities far beyond those of its rivals, but perhaps my imagination is running away with me. Now, back to Earth. The Marvel Sea Breeze Sport 18 caravan is simply a ripper. For me it’s an ideal size, whether you tow with a large family vehicle, mid-range or large 4WD.…

In Australia, lighter caravans have something of a perception problem. Mostly European in origin, they are seen as not being suitable for 'Australian conditions' — however those are defined. Yet vans which weigh under 2500kg, have decent interior space and, if used in the manner for which they are designed, have much to offer the Australian RV market. Not the least of which are the lighter-duty Slovenian-built Adrias which have been around in Australia for more than a decade, under the previous importer and now the current one, Winnebago Industries. During that period, both importers worked with the manufacturer to move from what was a very limited range to a much greater selection of models which are built for the Australian and New Zealand markets. A good example of Adria’s…

Not so long ago, a team from CW’s publisher was doing some research in the Mudgee, NSW wine growing area and needed a couple of motorhomes along as support vehicles. I like the Mudgee area and was charged with taking along an Avida Esperance for the ride, so it wasn't a tough assignment. As Australia’s largest motorhome manufacturer, Avida is able to offer a wide range of motorhomes on different cab-chassis. The Esperance, built on an Iveco Daily's bones, has an external length of 7.94m (26ft) and is available in three different layouts, two with slide-outs. In this case, the C7932 SL does have a slide-out and this one has been upgraded from the standard 4490kg GVM to 5200kg. Given the Tare weight of 4352kg, that gives a decent payload…

Measuring in with just 4.6m (15ft) external length, the Trackline from Legend Caravans might be among the smallest vans in the market, but, through smart design, it still manages to fit in all the necessities of a modern RV. The company says that while the main market is for vans over 5.8m (19ft), there are still customers wanting the ease and simplicity of something smaller. Many Boomers might be amused to consider how it compares to a similar size van of the 1960s, in which they spent their youthful summer holidays. The comparison is relevant because the level of livability in the Trackline is remarkable, considering its size. Where did all that extra space come from to be able to include an ensuite, a useful kitchen and a roomy double…

One of the significant changes in caravan design over the last few years has been the move to more rugged models for travelling rough outback roads on our dream trips around the country. And, as more people hit the track, we long for seclusion away from the crowds, taking us over roads not suitable for bitumen tourers. To meet the challenge G&S has developed its Control Rider TS independent trailing arm suspension as fitted to the Trackline. Independent suspension offers benefits over traditional beam axle leaf spring systems by allowing each wheel to move separately as it passes over uneven ground, providing a softer ride and transferring less shock to the van. The design also allows the wheels to move vertically, so they keep better traction with the road surface,…

QLD FOREST HILL CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL Dec 7 Held in the Lockyer Valley, this festive event will put you in the mood for Christmas with ham wheels, Santa visits, rides, food and drinks, free entertainment and loads more. Forest Hill, (07) 54654344 CARS AND COFFEE Dec 9 Held monthly at Mena Creek, Cassowary Coast, everyone is welcome to attend, see and chat about classic cars, new cars, motorbikes, trucks – whatever type of motoring or touring you’re interested in! Mena Creek, www.facebook.com/cacnq/ WOODFORD FOLK FESTIVAL Dec 27 - Jan 1 Enjoy six days of music, dance, cabaret, acrobatics and comedy with workshops, debate, street theatre, forums, visual arts and a children's festival culminating in a New Year's Day fire spectacular. Woodford, woodfordfolkfestival.com NSW/ACT NATIONAL CHERRY FESTIVAL Nov 30-Dec…

Caravan World's own On The Trails columnist and industry stalwart Anita Pavey and her husband Mike were recently recognised for their dedication to their clients by the Caravan & Camping Industries Association of South Australia at a Gala Dinner and Awards night at the Hilton in Adelaide. Anita and Mike, owners of Mt Barker, SA-based camper-trailer dealer Dirt Off Road Campers won the Silver Billy award for 2018 Dealer/Retailer of the Year. Building on what started as a one-camper trailer business out of the home shed in January 2014, the couple have transformed it into a thriving camper trailer business with a wide range of Aussie campers including Pioneer, BRS Offroad, Bushranger, Travelander, Stockman Products, 3 Dog, Backtrax and Hannibal, plus camping gear. Anita was thrilled with the result. “This…

Hi there Caravan World, I'm told solar power is a great way to supplement your battery charging while remote camping. And I'm also advised solar panel output is affected by direction and position. But to be truthful, terminology such as 'transfer loss' and 'battery banking' — along with marrying up a regulator's capacity to the capability of the solar panels, and correctly wiring up your solar system — it's all 'French' to me. So how do you maximise your solar setup during off-the-grid expeditions? Matt Taylor, via email Hi Matt, While you are remote camping you are probably going to be limited to replenishing your energy requirements from either solar or a generator, unless you have a DC-DC setup from your vehicle. The latter, though, is definitely going to annoy…

John and Cath Burges took their Millard Sunseeka and Toyota Kluger to Queensland and snapped this shot just outside Springvale at Virgin Rock. "The Virgin Mary can be seen in the rock face," they write. Just email your most travel-inspiring picture (2-3Mb) of yourself, family and friends with your rig along with a brief description to: submissions@adventuresgroup.com.au with ‘Readers’ Rigs’ in the subject line, or send a print to Caravan World Readers’ Rigs, 125 Hawthorn Road, Caulfield North, Vic 3161. All entries must include your full postal address (not for publication). Photo submissions may also appear on caravanworld.com.au.…

GETTING THERE Driving from Sydney to Palm Cove is 2438km — almost the equal of driving from London to Istanbul. NRMA Port Macquarie Breakwall Holiday Park. Visit www.nrmaparksandresorts.com.auor call 1800 636 452 Ballina Beach Village. Visit www.ballinabeachvillage.com.au or call (02) 6686 3347. Gympie Caravan Park. Visit www.gympiecaravanparkgympie.com or call (07) 5483 6800. Kangaroo Country Caravan Park. Visit www.kangaroocountrycaravanpark.com or call (07) 49w 21 1799. Wangaratta Caravan Park. Call (07) 4785 1152. August Moon Caravan Park. Visit www.augustmoon.com.au or call (07) 4063 2211. NRMA Palm Cove Holiday Park. Visit www.nrmaparksandresorts.com.au/palm-cove or call (07) 4055 3824.…

“Even adding in the cost to get the PEX to the east coast, it is still priced less than a lot of its competition” TOWABILITY “Probably the best offroad 21-footer I have towed” LIVEABILITY “Cool in the heat, quiet and well laid out” SUITABILITY FOR INTENDED USE “A bit more capacity in battery and solar would keep you off-grid longer” LAYOUT A familiar layout but it works QUALITY OF FINISH “Flawless paneling, flooring and cabinetry” BUILD QUALITY “The chassis is a work of art, as is the simplicity in the build of the body” CREATURE COMFORTS “Great sized fridge, good water capacity and comfortable two-person layout” INNOVATION “Coromal only loses half a mark for not inventing what is the future of caravan construction, in my opinion” X-FACTOR “Light, affordable, capable…

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Overall length 7.46m (24ft 6in) External body length 5.62m (18ft 5in) External body width 2.31m (7ft 76n); 2.49m (8ft 2in) incl. awning and external protrusions Travel height 3.03m (9ft 11in) incl. air-conditioner Internal height 1.91m (6ft 3in) Tare 2470kg ATM 3400kg Payload 930kg Ball weight 207kg EXTERNAL Frame Compressed fibreglass panel (side walls); meranti (front and back walls) Cladding Fibreglass Chassis Trakmaster NewGen hot-dipped and galvanised Suspension Trak-One trailing arm independent coil Coupling Hitch-Ezy 3.5t Brakes 12in electric Wheels 16in Black Trak ROH steel wheels with 265/75 R16 BFG all-terrains Water 2x82L fresh water; provision for 80L grey water Battery 2x120Ah AGM Solar 2x150W Air-conditioner Truma Aventa Gas 2x8.5kg Sway control Optional - either DSC or ESC Kitchen Provision for slide-out barbecue or Weber INTERNAL Cooking Swift…

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Length 5295mm Width 1860mm Height 1855mm Wheelbase 3095mm Ground clearance 235mm Kerb mass 2026kg Gross Vehicle Mass 3050kg Gross Combined Mass 5950kg Towing capacity Unbraked/Braked750kg/3500kg Towball (Max) 350kg DRIVETRAIN Engine 3.0L intercooled turbodiesel Transmission Six-speed automatic Power 130kW @ 3600rpm Torque 430Nm @ 2000rpm OPTIONS FITTED RedArc Tow Pro Elite brake controller and tow-pack GENERAL Fuel Capacity 76L Suspension Front coil springs, upper and lower wishbones; Rear: live axle, leaf springs Brakes Front: ventilated discs; Rear: solid disc Wheels 7x18in alloy Warranty Five years/130,000km Roof load 60kg PRICE From $50,900 MORE INFORMATION Visit www.isuzuute.com.au…

VALUE FOR MONEY “Under 90K is great value for a big van with so many standard inclusions” SELF-SUFFICIENCY “Nothing is left out of this Jayco, all you could ask for is a touch more battery” LIVEABILITY “The dark tones give it a modern feel and there is plenty of space for two” SUITABILITY FOR INTENDED TOURING “Bash bars and armour add to the toughness LAYOUT "I'd prefer the kitchen on the door side" QUALITY OF FINISH “For a mass-produced, great value van, the Adventurer is cleanly made” BUILD QUALITY “I couldn't fault the build, no excess Sika-flex or loose cabinetry ” CREATURE COMFORTS “The Adventurer has more than enough to keep a party going or rest in comfort” INNOVATION “A very traditional van in its build and design ethos” X-FACTOR…

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Overall length 7.38m (24ft 3in) External body length 5.54m (18ft 2in) External body width 2.23m (8ft) Travel height 3.15m (10ft 4in) Internal height 2.0m (6ft 7in) Tare 2200kg ATM 2700kg Payload 500kg Ball weight 140kg EXTERNAL Frame Meranti Cladding Insulated aluminium composite with a one-piece fibreglass roof Chassis Box section DuraGal and fully welded 100x50x3mm Australian BHP steel with a 100mm riser Suspension AL-KO Enduro Outback independent swing arm suspension with twin shock absorbers and a coil spring either side Coupling Vehicle Components DO35 Brakes 12in electric brakes and offroad magnets Wheels Alloy, with 265/75R16in all-terrain tyres Water 2x95L Battery 2x100A deep-cycle Solar 300W Air-conditioner Houghton Belaire Reverse Cycle Gas 2x9kg Sway control Optional INTERNAL Cooking Swift full-sized oven with grill and 3 x gas and 1…

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES Overall length 8.23m (27ft) External body length 6.78m (22ft 3in) External body width (incl awning) 2.36m (7ft 9in) Travel height 2.67m (8ft 9in) Internal height 1.91m (6ft 5in) Tare 1740kg ATM 2120kg Payload 380kg Ball weight 120kg EXTERNAL Frame (if relevant) N/A Cladding Fibreglass composite Chassis AL-KO hot dipped galvanised Suspension AL-KO Independent Rubber Suspension (IRS) Coupling AL-KO anti-sway Brakes AL-KO over-run Wheels 16in alloy Water 130L Battery 100Ah Solar Optional Air-conditioner Truma Saphir Gas 2x4.5kg Sway control No Kitchen (external) No INTERNAL Cooking Dometic three-burner Fridge Thetford N3185 three-way 190L Microwave Camec Bathroom Dometic cassette and separate cubicle Hot water Truma Combi 4E 10L OPTIONS FITTED None PRICE AS SHOWN $59,990 (drive away, NSW) MORE INFORMATION Sydney RV 9/20 Lemko Pl Penrith NSW 2750 Ph: (02)…

WEIGHTS AND MEASURES External length 7.94m (26ft) External width 2.495m (8ft 2in) Internal height 2.02m (6ft 8in) Travel height 3.2m (10ft) Tare 4352kg GVM 5200kg ENGINE Base vehicle Iveco Daily 50C17 Engine 3.0L turbodiesel Gearbox Eight-speed automatic Max power 125kW@2900-3500rpm Max torque 430Nm@1500-2600rpm EXTERNAL Fresh water 2x100L Grey water 100L Batteries 100Ah Solar 150W Air-conditioner Truma Aventa Gas 2x4.0kg INTERNAL Cooking Dometic four burner, grill and oven Fridge Dometic RMDX 25 190L Microwave Samsung Bathroom Dometic cassette toilet Lighting 12V LED Hot water Truma 14L Space heater Webasto diesel OPTIONS FITTED Upgrade from Ultra Leather to Leather 150W solar panel system with regulator Two additional seatbelts with child restraint Additional water tank 100L Bullbar – Iveco Driver and passenger arm rests Swivel Front Seats Electric rollout awning upgrade, GVM upgrade,…

VALUE FOR MONEY "It has all the features you would want in a touring van, including an outside kitchen and well-finished interior. Highlights are solar power, twin batteries, twin water tanks, TV, toolbox, air-con and substantial suspension" TOWABILITY "The van is well balanced and sits steadily on the highway and in the bush" SETTING UP AND HITCHING UP "The DO35 is a safe, dependable hitch and the clang as it locks is reassuring. Drop-down jacks kept the van from moving and the 10ft awning was quickly deployed" SUITABILITY FOR INTENDED TOURING "Intended for minimalist travellers, it fits the bill. There's no reason you couldn't spend extended time travelling if the small size outweighs loads of room" LAYOUT "The bed layout is a huge benefit and the bathroom will satisfy those…

The portable Hayman Reese Tow Ball Weight Scale provides caravanners with exact information about the download force applied to the van's coupling. It's an important exercise to perform before embarking on a journey — and useful to do again on an extended trip, as it's not unusual to add a few extra items along the way. Keeping check of the ball download weight ensures you stay within the tow vehicle's maximum safe limit. And it's just as important to keep your van's ball download weight under what the caravan industry prefer — approximately 10 per cent of the entire van's weight on the ball. If the loaded van is 2500kg then about 250kg on the ball is satisfactory for a stable and safe tow. “Ball weight is the downward load…