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New AOR Matrix rival breaks cover at Sydney SupershowTop-end Australian camper trailer specialist Mountain Trail has taken its first step into the mushrooming hybrid off-road market with its new LXV that made its major show debut at the recent Sydney Caravan Supershow.
The full-height 15ft long single axle caravan with its clean, no frills German fibreglass composite exterior and simple, but elegant interior, appears to be a direct market rival to Australian Off Road’s Matrix, while in layout and features it rivals AOR’s Quantum pop-top.
However, at its launch price of $89,995, the LXV comfortable undercuts both AOR models in price, while bringing Mountain Trail’s well-earned reputation for quality and off-road cred to this niche marketplace.
Clearly placing the focus on luxury and design simplicity, the Mountain Trail LXV is deliberately understated, both inside and out, with clean, white German-manufactured composite fibreglass insulated wall and roof panels and smart grey skeletal stainless steel protective body-edging for its sharp rear cut-away.
Mountain Trail’s in-house independent coil and trailing arm suspension with interchangeable stub axle is employed underneath, while there’s good protection for the 125-litre and 85-litre fresh water tanks and standard 55-litre dedicated grey water tank.
Large side windows and a white interior, with silver gloss cupboards, stylish hardware and a retro-look white and grey lounge on each side of an articulated, swivelling table at the end of the north-south queen bed continue this theme inside, while the right-hand rear-corner ensuite contains a combined shower and toilet and a handy wash basin with a mirror and overhead storage.
The rear of the display van to the right of the ensuite was dedicated to a nest of four overhead cupboards and six drawers, but the benchtop above the drawers can be configured to include an indoor kitchen with cooking, sink and additional 50 litre fridge, if desired.
On the display van cooking, washing and refrigeration were all located outdoors under the LXV’s large electric awning, in the camper trailer tradition, but as each will be a bespoke van to customer order, many alternatives are possible.
Like most compact hybrids of its type, the LXV has substantial exterior storage, starting with a large A-frame vented compartment for gas bottles, fuel and firewood, and extending to cavernous lockers under the bed and lounges.
In line with its competition, the LXV has a tare weight of 1850kg and a carrying capacity of 830kg.
Reverse cycle air conditioning, enclosed annexe, dual lithium battery pack upgrade and 18-inch wheels are among other options available.
While its premium off-road camper trailers will remain the prime focus of Mountain Trail's business, the LXV gives cashed-up customers somewhere to go when their canvas days are done, while adding an interesting new alternative to the luxury hybrid scene.
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Written byMichael Browning
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