Network RV Mk2 caravans go on sale

JB Caravans has rolled out another new RV brand -- the fourth in the space of just over three years -- with the debut of a new 'Mk2' range of Network RV caravans at the 2026 Melbourne Leisurefest.

The new full-size caravan range is built at the same Melbourne factory as JB, New Age, LPT and Traveller caravans, and arrives just three months after JB purchased the intellectual property of the 12-year old Melbourne manufacturer Network RV, which went into administration in June with debts of around $30million.

The new range of Network ‘vans are available in either on-road Touring Terrain or off-road Terrain Tuff spec, with either PVC frame or full fibreglass sandwich panel construction. They look a bit different, shape wise, with the Touring Terrain models sporting an edgier side profile.

RRP pricing starts at $94,000 for the tandem axle 20ft 6in Touring Terrain, which gets basic leaf spring suspension, plus a 315Ah lithium battery, 400W rooftop solar and 110 litre fresh water tank.

The more dirt road-ready Terrain Tuff variants start at $103,250 for a 17ft single axle couple's van, which gets Al-Ko Enduro-X coil spring suspension and a DO-35 coupling, and additional 110L fresh water tank and grey water tank.

The most expensive variant in the new range is a 24ft Terrain Tuff family bunk 'van, priced from $120,000.

All up, there are 41 different layouts available, with everything from corner double bunks to centre ensuite floorplans. The equipment list is similar across the two models, including a 200L compressor fridge, 3.5kW inverter air-conditioner, 3.2 kg washing machine and instant gas hot water.

Speaking about the new range on the What's Up Downunder podcast, JB Group Head of Retail Jake King said the new 'vans borrow a lot including appliances and finishes from other JB Group caravans, while retaining the wide variety of layout options from the previous Network RV range.

With more than 5000 timber-frame 'vans built by the previous factory over the last five years alone, King said Network RV is "a very strong brand with a big following", and the new 'timberless' 'vans wouldn't compete directly with other JB models.

He said prospective buyers could expect an overall improvement in build quality, along with the backing of one of Australia's largest dealer and service networks.

"We believe adding our processes, our structure, our business into the Network product; we think it is going to make it stronger and better for the consumer," King said.

The Network RV 'vans will continue to be sold at four Caravan HQ dealers in Australia, and to sweeten the deal they currently come with a bonus one-year Club Camplify membership which includes insurance cover.

The JB Group is planning to relaunch other Network RV brands, such as Victory and Vancraft, although the timing of that is yet to be announced.

The Melbourne-based manufacturer is also currently rolling out another model for its expanding motorised RV line-up: a new Renault Master-based campervan under its new Traveller caravan brand.

Pricing is still under wraps but the Traveller ensuite camper is expected to under-cut the Fiat based New Age campervan, and will join other motorised RVs in the JB stable, including Paradise, New Age and JB motorhomes.

Meanwhile, JB is also an overseas partner of ambitious American/Chinese start-up Skydream, which is hoping to launch its award-winning Space Camping EV caravan in Australia soon.

Related: JB Group snaps up Network RV

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