Bruder toy hauler in the works

Bruder X has hinted at the possibility of a toy hauler model joining its hardcore off-road range at some time in the future, with the Queensland expedition trailer specialist recently revealing three different digital concepts of Bruder-style toy haulers.

Perhaps inspired by fellow Queensland off-road camper manufacturer Patriot which currently has three hardcore off-road toy hauler trailers in its line-up, Bruder's three "cutting edge" concepts are all designed to be underpinned by Bruder’s patented chassis and suspension system, and with each boasting a dedicated platform to carry motorbikes, ATVs and other motorised toys.

One of the Bruder concepts features an air drone, designed to deliver camping supplies from the base trailer to wherever the toy-riding camper owner ends up.

"Once you’ve ventured away from the toy hauler’s base, you can summon the drone, which will deliver a tent and essential supplies to your remote location. Now, you can camp in places you never thought possible, truly embracing the spirit of exploration," Bruder says on its website.

Even more far-fetched is another concept described as a land-based adventure drone designed to offer a "truly futuristic experience".

"Complete with a dedicated command centre and an enclosed 6-wheel drive electric drone, the drone command concept is designed for those who want to push the limits of exploration," Bruder said.

Bruder suggested the third concept it's calling the Trailblazer is the most likely to make it into production, thanks to its more conventional toy hauler camper design that will offer the "smoothest ride in its class".

"While it’s not ready for production just yet, we can’t help but get excited about the prospect of a Bruder toy hauler that seamlessly combines unparalleled off-road capabilities with comfortable onboard sleeping quarters," the Brisbane based manufacturer said.

Meanwhile, after originally making it available on the compact EXP-4 pod camper Bruder said it is now offering its carbon-fibre body option across all models, including the EXP-6, EXP-7 and range-topping EXP-8 adventure caravans.

As well as helping reduce overall weight -- by 50kg in the EXP-4 and an estimated hundreds of kilograms in the larger models -- the carbon-fibre option will add significantly to the price, ranging from $19,990 for the EXP-4 to $73,450 for the EXP-8 which would push Bruder's range-topping caravan close to $400,000 tow-away.

In other news, Bruder is also expanding its push into the US market after recently shipping and displaying an EXP-4, EXP-7 and EXP-8 in Dallas, with plans to open a permanent US showroom in the Texas city in 2024.