The amount of external storage space is a genuine highlight . Aside from the A-frame-mounted storage box , which comes complete with dual slide-out trays as well as a top tray , there ’ s a rear-offside storage compartment and a tunnel boot . Now , the tunnel boot is occupied by this van ’ s only non-standard feature : a slide-out kitchen complete with hot and cold water , and a gas line that need to be connected to the van ’ s gas bayonet .
Being a tandem-axle van , the 17ft 6in High Country comes with a very generous payload capacity . The Tare is a reasonable 2437kg , while the ATM is 3500kg , providing 1063kg to work with .
SUMMING UP
In order to make full use of the ATM , you ’ re looking at a Land Cruiser or similarly-rated vehicle for towing duties . However , this van has a great deal to offer travelling families . The spec level is generous too , even in ‘ standard ’ format . Further , it was a pleasure to tow . I am interested to see what Australis Caravans comes up with next in the High Country range .
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