The van is built atop 6in RHS SupaGal chassis rails that incorporate a 6in A-frame . While Cruisemaster air-bag suspension was an option for Mitch ’ s van , he ultimately opted for the new 3000kg-rated Cruisemaster ATX independent coil setup .
Checking underneath , everything is properly protected . To me , that ’ s the hallmark of a credible caravan manufacturer . If they haven ’ t bothered to shield vulnerable components beneath floor-level , what else have they neglected ?
You ’ ll also find one 95L water tank mounted slightly forward of the axle line where its impact on ball weight will be negligible , while the other tank is mounted slightly aft . The grey water tank is mounted to the rear .
The van is equipped with a 300Ah lithium battery ( with an IP67 rating , meaning it is submersible ) fitted to the offside chassis rail inside a checkerplate box . On the roof you ’ ll find two 220W solar panels but Mitch ’ s energy input will be augmented by the onboard MiniBoost DC-DC charger , which should ensure the batteries are full when he arrives at camp . This 12V system is managed by the BMPRO BatteryPlus 35 HA BMS , which incorporates a Trek display inside the van .
But there ’ s no point having all that lithium power unless you ’ re going to use it . Thanks to the van ’ s 3000W inverter , however , Mitch and his wife will be able to run the reverse-cycle air-conditioner , watch telly , run their toaster and much more , all without hooking up to a 15A power outlet .
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