Roam Resilient Expedition Automobiles (RREV) Baja Version will formally launch to the world on June 1, however we’ve the early unique scoop for you. This new rugged off-road trailer appears to be like prepared for prolonged off-grid adventures in distant areas.
The Baja Version is the Redding, Calif., firm’s first product providing. It’s been in growth for over a 12 months and is simply now changing into a actuality.
It has lots of the rugged options we count on from an Australian off-road camper trailer whereas additionally incorporating lots of the top-quality parts of a European expedition camper. Let’s dive into all this new overland trailer choice has to supply.
Roam Resilient Baja Version
- Building: Metal galvanized chassis, aluminum-skinned fiberglass foam core panels, aluminum nostril field, composite tail module, double-pane glass home windows, recycled wooden cabinetry
- Sleeps: 3-4 folks
- Dimensions: 19.9′ camper physique, 25′ L x 7.3′ W
- Dry weight: 5,952 lbs.
- Tongue weight: 595 lbs. (adj. with air suspension)
- GVWR: 8,200 lbs.
- Observe width: 71.5″
- Wheel/Tire bundle: 16″ Methodology wheel wrapped in 33″ Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T tires
- Suspension: RREV unbiased swingarm air suspension system
- Hitch: Cruisemaster DO45+ articulating hitch
- Electronics: 1,400W photo voltaic commonplace (1,900W choice), 400Ah 24V Lithium battery financial institution
- Equipment: Truma diesel air/water heater, {custom} Matsushita A/C unit, 13,500 Winch, cartridge bathroom, rear ladder, induction cooktop, 3,000W inverter, fridge, Acuva filtration system
- Elective Extras: Full-size electrical oven, rock sliders, awning, roof rack, RTT
- Beginning worth: $120K (first 20: $99K)
RREV Building
“One of many standout options of the Baja Version is its capability to face up to excessive temperatures, each cold and warm. Its rugged development and superior insulation expertise guarantee consolation and performance in probably the most difficult climates. Whether or not navigating the desert’s sweltering warmth or braving winter’s icy chill, the Baja Version provides a comfy and alluring refuge after a protracted day of journey,” says Ian Hak, CEO/Head Designer and Engineer of RREV.
The partitions of the RREV Baja Version are 2.25 inches thick, whereas the ground is 3 inches thick. They’re made of froth core PET skinned panels, with an outer aluminum pores and skin fused to them. Aluminum extrusions maintain the panels collectively on the corners, whereas 36 bolts additionally create a mechanical bond between partitions and ground.
The nostril cone storage field is all-aluminum development, providing up massive storage and enhancing the trailer’s aerodynamics. On the rear of the trailer is a composite module that provides up storage for restoration gear, a spare tire mount, a roof entry ladder, and a mounting location for the {custom} 24V AC compressor/condenser made with Matsushita parts.
All of that rides on a galvanized metal chassis and {custom}, in-house designed suspension. The panels and chassis are made in China, whereas all engineering and meeting occur in Northern California.
All of the home windows are double-pane glass, and there are seven in whole, together with the small window on the door. Two of the home windows are mounted on safari hatches — one on the roof above the mattress and one subsequent to the dinette. Each supply wonderful airflow and vistas over your environment from the consolation of the camper.
RREV Baja Version Design
The ground plan of the RREV Baja Version includes a mid-side door, entrance bed room, central dwelling space, and rear full toilet. This setup ought to make the camper really feel fairly spacious, whereas being comparatively compact.
On supply are a queen-size mattress, a dinette that can seat 4, and a kitchen module. The kitchen has a giant sink, massive countertop, moveable induction cooktop, and fridge. A full-size electrical oven may even be optioned.
An out of doors kitchen can also be commonplace, and pulls out of an exterior cupboard on the facet of the trailer. The induction cooktop from inside can be utilized exterior as nicely.
The rear toilet is kind of massive for this measurement trailer. It has a cassette bathroom — though an OGO composting bathroom is non-compulsory — bowl sink, and a separate full bathe.
Onboard Programs
Maintaining all this inside dwelling house snug is a Truma diesel air/water heater and a {custom} 24V A/C system. Roam Resilient says the 400Ah 24V lithium battery financial institution can preserve the A/C working for twenty-four hours. On roof photo voltaic, 1,400W (1,900W choice) is commonplace.
Controlling all of the onboard 24V digital techniques is a {custom} Android management system. It provides touchscreen management within the camper, and app management when away from it. It additionally permits for over-the-air updates and distant flashing for brand spanking new gear installs and system troubleshooting.
The RREV Baja Version has two freshwater tanks, supported by unbiased pumps, with a complete capability of 81 gallons. Moreover, it has a standalone 10-gallon ingesting water tank with an unbiased pump and Acuva filtration system. All tanks are constructed into the chassis of the camper, with inside camper plumbing, with a view to preserve the water flowing regardless of how chilly it will get.
A cool characteristic of the camper is its water assortment system. The entrance slope integrates a rainwater assortment system, and the air conditioner drain pipe is plumbed to gather water, each filling the final water tank when wanted. This technique helps prolong off-grid adventures.
Roam Resilient Suspension
One space during which this camper ought to excel is cruising down tough roads. It has a custom-engineered unbiased swingarm suspension that integrates 9,000-pound air springs and rear-mounted Fox monotube shocks.
The air suspension is managed through Bluetooth to permit for a bunch of cool options. Suppose unbiased management of all 4 wheels for leveling, simultaneous adjustment of all air springs, unbiased management of entrance and rear wheels, tire adjustments, and many others. You may as well set three predetermined pressures — like freeway, gravel street, and hitching — for fast and simple adjustment of the trailer stability. Roam Resilient additionally provides an non-compulsory load-sharing and terrain-based full-time auto-leveling system.
It additionally runs 4 33-inch AT tires and a monitor width that ought to intently match many tow autos, particularly full-size vehicles. 33s are the biggest tire that can work on this trailer nicely, principally as a result of the spare cutout location within the rear cowling is barely designed to suit a 33 or smaller.
Roam Resilient Baja Version Overland Trailer
Pricing for different Roam Resilient Baja Edtion camper trailers begins at $120,000. Nevertheless, the primary 20 campers can be offered as Founders Editions at a reduced price of $99,000. 5 of those are already offered, with seven extra deposits pending this weekend’s product launch with particulars.
The trailers can be offered direct from the corporate solely, so no sellers, and there may be anticipated to be a 3-4-month lead time on deliveries.
The camper comes with a 15-year body guarantee and 2-year guarantee on craftsmanship.
It additionally comes with RREV’s ‘Fans’ portal, which you get entry to as quickly as you’ve put down a deposit. Consider it as an unique social platform that additionally will get you fast, direct entry to the corporate and product help.
Orders for the RREV Baja Version open June 3 at 10 a.m. PDT. With the discounted Founders Version preliminary choices, there can be no higher time to snag one than early.
