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Campbox enters the Zone
New Zone RV-like Campbox camper launches at Queensland Supershow for less than $30KLike the look and construction of a Zone RV caravan, but don’t need something quite as big or pricey?
A much smaller and lighter alternative that shares many of the cutting-edge construction characteristics of the Zone vans but at around a third of the price, could be available soon.
Campbox Australia is set to display one of its first, 9ft 4in (interior length) ‘Ramble’ models at next month’s Queensland Caravan Supershow, with pricing expected to start around $25,000.
The Australian-built Campbox (not to be confused with a similar-sized Chilean camper of the same name) is the brainchild of builder Darren Wilson, who saw a market for a funky, canvas-free camper that could be towed by smaller, four-cylinder vehicles.
“It’s a modern take on a teardrop camper but it’s a lot more usable as it’s a lot bigger inside,” he said. “The idea was that people with small cars would be able to tow it, and to get away from canvas.”
While not built by Queensland-based Zone RV, Wilson explained: “We use all the same systems in the way (the body is) built, which gives it all the same benefits (as a Zone caravan)."
These include lightweight, fibreglass composite panels for the floor, roof and sides, with a 50mm hitch, torsion axle suspension, mechanical over-ride brakes, and aluminium I-beam chassis with 18in alloy wheels that deliver 300mm ground clearance, completing the rough road package.
Campbox plans to sell two versions – a side door and a rear, lift-door model, both with a kingsize foam mattress that fills much of the 2.8m x 1.72m interior floorspace.
Instead of traditional cupboards, buyers will have the option of ceiling nets and an innovative, duffle bag robe hanging system for interior storage, with another 500 litres of storage space under the bed.
Apart from the king bed, other possible sleeping options include an optional roof-top tent or a drop-down tent on the rear door version, that could also be used as a change or shower room.
“The other option for families with smaller children is to have a (removable) hammock in the structure inside, just above you,” he said.
Standard inclusions include LED interior and exterior lighting, 120Ah AGM battery system, 9kg gas bottle, 75 litre water tank, 12V water pump, USB/240V sockets and a camp kitchen located in the front toolbox that includes a stand, drawers and plastic tub.
The long list of options include a fridge, stereo, TV, two gas burner cooker, Weber BBQ, solar panel, shower tent, foxwing awning and gas hot water system.
Also adding to the fresh but practical feel is ute-liner type Raptor coating protection for the toolbox and wheel guards.
“We’ve tried to be a bit innovative with some of the features as I don’t want it to be a granny van,” Wilson said.
Overall it measures 4.5m long by 1.98m wide, and Campbox Australia is aiming for a Tare weight of around 850kg, with a payload of 400kg and ball weight of 105kg.
Full details should be available soon on the Campbox Australia website.
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Written byChris Fincham
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