My Off-Road Camper Trailer was built from a LandRover SIII body shell.
A few specs: Wheels/Rims: BFG 235/85 R16 AT tyres on original LR 16x7 Discovery S1 steel rims. One spare underneath at back (on wind up/down chain hand winch). The other on a simple (and removable if not required for short trips) lift up frame at rear. Suspension: Leaf springs with shocks. 1600kg axle and hubs. AL-KO equipment Brakes: 10" Electric with hand brake. AL-KO. Chassis: 100x50mm heavy wall RHS. Hitch: Treg poly block. Electrics: 50Amp Anderson plug on drawbar. 65Ah battery (room for bigger). Numerous 12v outlets and LED lights in main tool box, inside tent and at rear for kitchen. Fuel: 2 x jerry can holders. Gas: 1 x 4kg gas bottle. Has extension hose to the rear of the trailer with a quick connect which mates up to the stove once the kitchen is pulled out. Water: 100 litre Stainless Steel tank with pump and tap at the rear near kitchen sink. Filler at the old fuel filler point. Stoneguard
Lid opens and closes easily on gas struts. Canvas built by Sunset Canvas in Toowoomba QLD. Sleeps 8 with ease. Big awning with 2 side walls on kitchen side of tent. Canvas goes in vinyl bag on lid of trailer.
Kitchen is a drop rear tailgate and pull out full length kitchen built to satisfy the chef. Sink, 3 burner stove/grill, 3 pull-out drawers, 1 large lift up lid storage pantry. 2 canvas walls zip onto the awning for the side and end of kitchen. Gives great protection if raining or windy.
Storage is comprised of 4 x lockable side boxes and 1 large lockable front box for poles etc.
Last edited by p38arover; 18th February 2015 at 07:04 PM.
Registered as 750kg. Suspension rated to 1600kg and has electric brakes. I have never put it over a weigh bridge so estimate is hard to make. I did make the lid and all of the sheet work out of aluminium. Ball weight is around the 80kg as it is well balanced with water at front and spares at back and storage spread out around the trailer. It is also easy to tow behind my td5 defender. Follows well and reverses well. Apologies for not giving an exact answer.
I just had to go and check out this novel unit, and I wasn't disappointed.
A very solid bit of off-road kit, built from scratch by the current owner. As you can see from the specs, there's a fair bit of 'hard-earned' and a ton of effort that has gone into this trailer.
Last edited by p38arover; 18th February 2015 at 07:01 PM.
Not a problem.
Total setup takes approx. 1/2hr. This is the full tent, side awnings and kitchen.
Pack up time normally takes me around the 40mins. The extra time is getting the canvas folded and back into the bag neatly so it is easier to set up next time.
I guess the first couple of times take a bit extra until you get your head around the sequence.
I built this unit with the express plan of going to a place and staying for 5 to 7 days, having at least 3 kids in tow, having a standing area to change and having a reasonable kitchen set-up.
Last edited by p38arover; 18th February 2015 at 07:02 PM.
I should also mention another setup option that I have used when I am on my own.
Quite simply pop the top and let it open up to around 45degrees. Fold down the hoop from the lid (normally supports canvas) and use this to support the lid to the edge of the trailer (Simple tie down). Pull the ladder out from on top of the mattress and bingo you can hop into bed.
Last time I did this I threw a tarp over the top for a bit of extra protection. The tarp I have is long enough to setup over the kitchen and only requires 4 poles. I'll throw the tarp into the deal as well if you want it.
Photo attached shows my last trip. Sadly only from one side though.
Also fitted 2 new safety chains and turn buckles yesterday.
I have received a deposit on the trailer. Thanks to all who took the time to view my post for this trailer. If all goes well she is off to a new member of our mad LR loving ranks who is awaiting delivery of a new 90.
Last edited by p38arover; 18th February 2015 at 07:03 PM.
Reply With Quotewhat is the weight please
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