RV REVIEW

INSIDE THE AUSTRALIAN-MADE OP19

I ’ ll never forget when I saw the Opus camper trailer for the first time . With the unique ‘ dome ’ shape of the canvas , it cut quite a striking figure at camp . Many years ago – almost in another life – I owned one of these campers , until it was nicked from my driveway .

Soon afterwards , the company launched the Air Opus , which took the time and effort out of setting up the camper . Using ‘ air beams ’ that became rigid once filled with compressed air , this camper was virtually self-erecting and was a hit at caravan shows around the country .

Meanwhile , Opus developed a small range of hybrid campers in order to provide customers who love the idea of a small rig but prefer something more ‘ caravan like ’. Then , in mid 2024 , the company launched the first in what has the potential to become a very successful line of full caravans .

Like the Opus hybrids , the caravans have the ‘ OP ’ appellation . For example , an OP15 hybrid is a 15-footer , while this OP19 caravan is a 19-footer . There are two caravan sizes in the range : 19ft and 21ft , both available in couple ’ s and family layouts . Further , while Opus ’ other models are built overseas , the caravans are being built right here in Australia .

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