4
NEWS
First slide-out from Zone RV
Cutting-edge Queensland manufacturer makes claim for first serious off-road van with a slide-outFirst it was Adria and
Bailey, and now Queensland-based Zone RV is the latest manufacturer of lightweight, composite bodied caravans to offer a slide-out model.
However, Zone RV is a bit different in being possibly the first manufacturer to offer a purpose-built off-road van with slide-out lounge, as no serious builder of heavy-duty off-road vans in this country including Kedron, Trakmaster and Bushtracker currently offers a slide-out model.
“It’s the first of its kind from us, and potentially in the caravan market,” Zone RV marketing manager Denise Missen said.
Based on Zone RV’s
Z-20.6 Off-Road, the new model features an 800mm slide-out that like the Bailey, sits flush with the exterior wall when closed.
“The key difference with this slide-out compared to other caravans is the full, flush-mount recessed slide-out,” Missen said.
Designed to cope with punishing off-road use, Zone has adopted a “triple sealing system” for the slide-out to prevent dust as well as water from entering.
However, opting for the slide-out version will add significantly to overall weight as well as the price of Zone’s standard 20ft 6in off-road model.
The estimated Tare weight of 2790kg is around 200kg more than the equivalent spec, non slide-out version. Pricing will also start higher at $130,000, although that will include additional features like the latest Cruisemaster ATX off-road suspension with airbags.
The first Zone caravan with slide-out (pictured) is currently being built at the company’s Coolum Beach, Queensland factory, with first production models expected to roll out later this year.
Tags
Share this article
Written byChris Fincham
See all articlesStay up to dateBecome a caravancampingsales member and get the latest news, reviews and advice straight to your inbox.
Subscribe todayDisclaimer
Please see our Editorial Guidelines & Code of Ethics (including for more information about sponsored content and paid events). The information published on this website is of a general nature only and doesn’t consider your particular circumstances or needs.
Please see our Editorial Guidelines & Code of Ethics (including for more information about sponsored content and paid events). The information published on this website is of a general nature only and doesn’t consider your particular circumstances or needs.
Contact
Advertise with us
Local marketplaces
International marketplaces
Consent
Download the caravancampingsales app
