$1million all-Aussie Kenworth motorhome arrives
Unique new prime mover Dreamliner motorhome sets new standards in luxury touringA first-of-its-kind mega-luxury motorhome, built on one of the toughest truck bodies in the Australian market and fitted to the standard of a super yacht, has hit the road priced from $878,900 plus on-road costs.
Produced by Queensland-based commercial truck body specialist STG Global, the Kenworth T410-based Dreamliner motorhome "aims to fill a gap in the Australian market for spacious five-star luxury recreational vehicles, with 500 horsepower, capacity for six passengers and the ability to live ‘off grid’," the company said.
Inspired by supersized American motorhomes, the 12.3m (40ft) long, all-Australian Dreamliner is an apartment-on-wheels with two bedrooms, a domestic King sofa sleeper, kitchenette, dinette and bathroom with toilet, shower and vanity.
There's also a 'toy hauler' garage at the back, with innovative lift-system that allows a car and motorbikes to be stowed in the bedrooms, eliminating the need for towing.
Five-star RV travel
STG Global Managing Director Ross Yendle said the aim was to build a five-star American-style motorhome for discerning Aussie travellers.
“We visited the United States in 2019 to research what they were building, as they are the market leaders in five-star luxury RVs globally,” Yendle said.
“We took the best elements of what we found to create The Dreamliner, which will deliver a luxury motorhome experience not available before in Australia, with the durability of a truck and the finesse of a luxury yacht.
“The result of 18 months of research and development, it is designed with innovation, liveability and reliability at the core and is coming to the market when interest is at an all-time high, as travellers increasingly look to explore Australia while international trips are unlikely to return to previous levels for some time.”
Big rig base
Launched in 2019, the Australian-built Kenworth T410 heavy truck is powered by a 13.0-litre, six-cylinder turbo-diesel engine producing 375kW and 2500Nm of torque, mated to a 12-speed automated transmission. Suffice to say, owner drivers will need a suitable heavy rigid (HR) licence in order to undertake a Big Lap in their new Kenworth motorhome.
STG Global hasn't provided a GVM (fully loaded weight) for the Dreamliner, but it should be one of the heaviest motorhomes on the road with Kenworth T410 prime mover fuel delivery tankers weighing up to 40 tonnes (check out the T410 review at trucksales.com.au for more on how it drives.)
The eye-catching Dreamliner measures 12.3m long, 2.45m wide and 4.1m high, with 2.13m interior height and up to 33sqm of heated floorspace inside.
“We understand space is key in any motorhome and have added innovative technology to maximise use, with one of the beds able to raise to the roof while a car is lifted and stowed in its place, and space for up to two motorbikes in the rear room using the same system,” Yendle said.
“Keyless entry and a one-touch system are included for easy control of lights, pumps and awnings, while a convertible rear patio means you can comfortably sit outside and enjoy the view that is yours for the day and night."
Year round comfort
With three slide-outs in total, the Dreamliner also features three rooftop air-conditioners and a ducted heating system for year-round comfort, powered by a four battery/solar rooftop system and 13.5kW Cummins Onan onboard generator.
Other luxuries include a two-pack painted exterior, four point hydraulic levelling system, keyless entry, Finscan Nuclear RV smart managment touchscreen, electric awning and 600 litre fresh water plus grey and black water tanks.
“When it is time to turn in, you can sit back and enjoy a 50-inch LED TV in the living space or 22-inch LED TV in the bedroom, with a 360-degree antenna providing maximum coverage wherever you are," he said.
“Every little detail has been considered when it comes to fittings and finishes to provide a luxury experience, such as heated floors and a cleverly designed kitchenette with slide out systems and high-end appliances from Gaggenau and Bosch.”
Big bucks motorhome
Able to carry up to six passengers, the Dreamliner is available in two designs – The Barossa and The Esperance – both built to order with a 4-6 month production time. While pricing starts at $878,900 including GST, it's expected buyers will pay closer to $1million once on-road costs and other taxes are included.
The body for the first Dreamliner was built on the Gold Coast last year, with the interior fit-out currently taking place at STG Global's Melbourne facility with final completion expected by late-February.
Established in the 1980s, STG Global specializes in the manufacture of water trucks, vacuum excavation trucks, tilt tray trucks, jetter trucks and service vehicles for the construction industry, as well as garbage trucks and sweepers for the waste management industry.
The Dreamliner also raises the bar for the price of an on-road motorhome in Australia, with top-spec, Queensland-built Paradise luxury motorhomes usually peaking at around $500,000, and imported motorhomes like the Concorde closer to $700,000.
Million-dollar-plus motorhomes sold in Australia are usually based on European off-road truck platforms from MAN or Mercedes-Benz, with Queensland's SLRV recently selling a double-decker, 8x8 family motorhome for close to $2 million.
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