Off-road Caravan | Kwik Questions and Answers
Discover more about the size, weight and performance of the Kimberley Karavan
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The Kimberley Karavan off-road caravan combines all the great towing features of our Kampers with push button convenience and a canvas-free primary living area. A compact fibreglass shell rises into position to reveal a galley kitchen, dining area, sleeping quarters and full ensuite (with shower and toilet). Opening the Karavan is easy - press the Powerglide™ button to raise the canopy, push out the bed and you are ready to stay. Cooking and food preparation is easy to - everything you need is located inside the Karavan within the Galley style kitchen - diesel-powered ceramic cooktop, 133L fridge, stainless steel sink, pantry drawers & plenty of bench space. Additional outside cooking options are are also available. A rugged galvanised chassis with independent suspension, tough powdercoated components & marine-quality fibreglass canopy ensures your Karavan will perform for many years to come. |
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Sizes
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LENGTH |
WIDTH |
HEIGHT |
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B |
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CLOSED (Travel) | Coil Suspension |
5190mm* |
1910mm |
N/A |
2190mm |
CLOSED (Storage) | Coil Suspension |
5190mm* |
1910mm |
N/A |
2190mm |
CLOSED (Storage) | Air Suspension |
5190mm* |
1910mm |
N/A |
2100mm** |
CLOSED (Storage) | Air Suspension With Satellite on Top and Travel Wheels |
5190mm* |
1910mm |
N/A |
2124mm** |
OPEN (Camping) |
6510mm* |
1910mm |
3085mm |
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Internal walk through |
- |
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1970 - 2100mm |
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*Length increases to 5450mm when Drawbar Extension is fitted. Measurement is from back of Karavan to the eye of the TREG hitch where vertical hitch pin is located. For total overall length +70mm. |
Weights
Models | Tare Weight |
Towball Weight Range |
ATM |
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Kimberley Karavans Classic |
1680kg |
120kg+ |
2200kg |
Kimberley Karavans Limited Edition |
1720kg |
200-260kg |
2200kg |
Kimberley Karavans Eco-Suite Signature Edition |
1780kg |
200-260kg |
2200kg |
The unique Kimberley Karavan off-road caravan:
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THIS TABLE IS A HANDY COMPARISON WITH A TYPICAL 16.5ft Offroad Caravan from another manufacturer | ||
Kimberley Karavan |
Typical 16.5ft |
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Overall length |
5190mm (includes Treg Coupling) |
7100mm |
Overall Height without Airconditioner |
2190mm (reduced to 2150mm for garage) |
2350mm |
Overall Height with Satellite |
2275mm (reduced to 2124mm for garage when using garage wheels and air-suspension) |
Most
Probably higher |
Overall Width |
Mudguards
1910 mm |
2300mm |
Overall Length When Opened Up | 6510mm | 7100mm |
Open Internal Height to console | 1970mm | generally much lower height |
Liveable size when open |
4950mm x 1750mm 16.25ft long, 5 ft 10inch wide |
5000mm x 2290mm 16.5ft long, 7ft 6 inches wide |
Awning Length (internal floor space) |
3560mm | |
Awning Width (internal floor space) | 2200mm | |
Tare dry Weight |
1680kg |
1800kg |
No of Axles |
1 |
2, Tandem |
Suspension |
Independent
with toe adjustment, |
Independent Some "sugar glider" |
Brakes |
Disc is Standard |
12 inch Drum Electric Brakes |
Toilet and Shower Recess |
Internal shower with integrated Electric flush chemical toilet , Waterless Toilet Alternative option |
Chemical Standard |
External BBQ, fridge and Sink |
Standard sink and choice of BBQs |
Option |
Jerry Can Holders |
Standard |
Option |
Monotube Shock absorbers |
Standard |
Option |
Stone Deflecter Shield |
Standard |
Option |
Hot dipped Galvanised Chassis |
Standard |
Option |
Hot Water Supply |
Diesel Powered – 3 water sources |
Gas powered – 2 water sources |
Cook Top |
Ceramic – diesel powered |
Open gas hob |
We have adopted the compact folding
design so that the unit can be matched in off-road performance to most towing 4WD's. For example: (Specifications subject to change by vehicle manufacturer): |
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Kimberley Karavan |
Example of Toyota Landcruiser 100 Series GXL Diesel Manual Data from published website and review articles in Overlander magazine. |
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Clearance at kerb weight | > 450 mm |
210 mm |
Width | Mudguards 1950 mm Body 1870mm |
1940 mm |
Approach angle of | Follows vehicle |
31 degrees |
Departure angle of | 26 degrees |
26 degrees |
Ramp-over | 27 degrees |
25 degrees |
Wading depth | 600mm-900mm based on preparation |
600mm nominal |
Sand (and mud) tyre indentation pressure (typical gross axle weight per tire compared to a 100 series Lancruiser with moderate load in rear) | Karavan Wheels have typically 850-900kg of force on
the tyre imprint |
Rear Wheels have typically 750kg of force on the tyre imprint |
Track width of tyres | track 1620mm with selected Swing Arm |
front track 1620mm rear track 1615mm |
Turning Circle of | 12m - follows vehicle |
12m |
Rear Suspension | Independent stub axles, swing arms, coil springs,
monotube shock absorbers, polyurethane mounted bump stops with
anti-over travel tie down straps & anti-sway bar. |
Live axle, trailing arms, coil springs, Panhard rod, gas dampers and rubber mounted anti-roll bar. (data as published 1/2/2006) |