Kimberley Karavan - Whats New

February 2008

Our First 2008 Model Karavan will ship this month.

This model has a Gel Coat internal finish inside the Karavan (as well as outside).

It will be on display as the Sydney Super Show in March.

View to the front of the Karavan showing Gel Coat finished Interior

(front section and side walls are now all Gel coat inside)

New Console Area with DVD/CD and Shelf for LCD screen (19 inch fits perfectly)

 

John Caufield - First to try Landcruiser 200 Series with Kimberley Karavan

Excellent Combination

A TESTAMONIAL from John and Bev is now on our Website

Go to http://www.kimberleykaravans.com/gallery/galleryPhotos.php

November 2007

We have shipped our 150th Unit this month!!!! We still have over 60 units on order to build!

Q: Why is this product in such overwhelming demand?
A: Simply because it can go where other "off-road caravans" can't go. Because of the law and because of physical constraints.

The Karavan is the ONLY off-road "caravan" to be given Ministerial Permission to enter Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles).

To see the Ministerial Letter of approval click here.

For privacy reasons, the file no and person's name have been removed from this copy.

The letter is signed personally by the Minister.

The Summary of the Minister's approval is:

"The Department of Environment & Conservation's Director of Parks and Visitor Services has viewed the specifications of the Kimberley Karavan and noted that it was built on the chassis of the Kimberley Kamper. Therefore, for the purpose of your visit he has determined that your Kimberley Karavan meets the specifications of an off-road camper trailer and you are permitted to enter the park."

September 2007

New 2008 Price and Specification released.

Effective September 1st 2007, there is a Model Update and pricing changes for the 2008 Model.

1. Outside Large Burner, stainless sink and water pack is now standard in the base model (was an option before)
2. 240V Din Rail Mounted Surge Protector for mobile power is now standard in the base model. This protects the power system from power surges and spikes that occur in mobile power generation sites, generators that run out of fuel and lightning strikes.
3. Power operated Posi-vent in roof (pressurises at low speed) is now standard in the base model
4. Integrated power connection (12V) between lower section and upper Top is now standard in the base model
5. Upgrade Shower Wet Area with interior Gel Coat is now standard in the base model
6. Upgraded Console with easier to access Radio and Upper Storage is now standard in the base model
7. Integrated Hatch LED lights (both Hatches) is now standard in the base model
8. Integrated Outside LED Step light is now standard in the base model
9. Remote control Radio is now standard in the base model
10. External Radio Aerial is now standard in the base model

 

On August 31st we shipped our 120th Kimberley Karavan.

Effective March 5th 2007, there are new specification changes:

1. As standard, there is a charge isolator and regulator included that regulates the voltage from the vehicle so that optimum charging voltage is maintained.

• Accepts 8V to 16V from vehicle
• Isolates the input Andersen Plug when disconnected from vehicle
• Overload and open circuit protection

2. As standard  the battery capacity is now 140Ah on the Karavan and 315Ah on the Karavan Limited Edition. The Battery Rotary Master Switch is now located inside the Multibox which can be locked.

• Master Rotary Battery Isolator (complies with Asutralian Standard)
• Master circuit protection with 60A resetable circuit breaker (Inverter has separate 250A fusible link)
• Located inside Multi-box so that it can be locked

 

3. As an option a Remote Control of PowerGlide Function - raises and lowers with handheld remote control. This is in addition to the power switch operation on rear panel.

• Works in parallel with the control switch
• Operates your PowerGlide Control from anywhere within a 10m radius
• Activation process and recessed buttons prevent accidental winch activation
• Two colour LED indicates when the system has powered on (green) and when the system has begun winching (red). Blinking red LED indicates low battery life.
• System automatically powers off to conserve battery life
• Waterproof and rugged receiver ignores interference from other signals
• Ergonomically designed handheld remote has large buttons for easy use
• All components are weatherproof

4. As Standard there is a Dual Layer Mattress.

• Bottom layer is memory resistant high density foam
• Top layer is bonded to lower layer and is a soft body contour foam
• Eliminates the need for an additional "eggshell" foam layer

5. As an option there are suede inserts available for seating and backrests.

• This improves the comfort in hot weather
• the suede is a simulated polyester material
• the colours are in striking contrast to the seats

6. As an option a second gas bottle and carrier can be added.

• Useful where both a BBQ and large single burner are included as options

January 2007

NEW Ultrasonic Testing for Dustproof and Water Proof.

We have sourced the latest Ultrasonic technology from the USA for detecting the minutest of pinholes in seals.

The NEW Firewood or Luggage Rack on the Front Multi-box

Outboard Mount on top of Multi-Box

December 2006

We shipped our 45th Karavan in late December, 2006