It isn’t the name alone that gives the game away. The seven-leaf rebound spring suspension, Treg offroad coupling and optional solar panels that feed into the existing 12V system (and is ample for the appliances it runs) all result in a trailer that gets you out bush and lets you stay there in reasonable comfort for two or three days at a time.

These offroad-ready components are complemented by the sturdy mono-construction chassis and the seam-welded checkerplate 7x4 body. Underneath, the trailer looks very neat. The offroad tyres are new and the white 16in wheels match most standard 4WDs. Electric brakes are standard on the Traveller Deluxe Off Road, raising the ATM to 1280kg, for a payload of 400kg. That is enough to haul all your water, fuel, gear and a 100kg car topper as well, which is important, given the Deluxe comes with a boat loader.

Two 4.5kg gas cylinders and the spare on the A-frame are protected with a mesh screen. The well-balanced, two-sided toolbox where the batteries and fridge are stored sits behind it, for 90kg on the ball. Five compact lockers all round provide the remaining external storage, and there are two jerry holders for the boat or 4WD.

LONG TERM TOURING

I was pleasantly surprised by the Traveller Deluxe Off Road’s 12V system. A CTek 12V/240V charger is bolstered by an Anderson plug and lead to connect the trailer’s two 110Ah batteries to your tow vehicle’s alternator. Options shown are the two portable 40W solar panels. It’s a handsome setup, and the batteries are neatly concealed offside in the aforementioned toolbox.

The water is hand-pumped and the lighting is all LED, so you won’t flatten your batteries (or wake up your partner in the middle of the night) going for a glass of water. The tap sits over a sink in the near-side kitchen-slide, plumbed to a protected 62L water tank. Enough water for three days’ of washing up, drinking and meals, if showering in a river, elsewhere or not at all. The three-burner gas cooker, fold-out benchtop, pantry and drawer share the slide with the sink.

The thirstiest 12V appliance in the setup is the compact 40L Engel fridge, suitable for the essentials. I’d prefer to have a larger capacity eutectic model under the primary annexe. The Engel is relatively efficient though, and a second annexe (included, but not shown) over the toolbox is a workable if fiddly solution. A spare external 12V outlet easily accommodates your lighting needs.

SLEEP WELL

The Red Rock Traveller Deluxe Off Road rear-fold tent made from 12oz canvas is unfussy, but still needs two pairs of hands and 5-10 minutes to setup; and for the primary kitchen annexe, expect to take another 10.

The good news is, once it’s up the treated canvas roof will keep the interior dry, and midge-proof flyscreens will protect you from insects at night. And, if you’re expecting extreme weather, the aforementioned second annexe over the toolbox shields the rear bedroom window.

The sleeping quarters within the main rear-fold tent consist of a north-south queen size mattress surrounded by windows atop the trailer, so there’s no clambering over your partner to get into bed. Each side has its own LED spotlight and the room has two pole-mounted lights. The trailer storage doubles as a step up to the bed. I my view, this area could be better served with adjustable drawers, given the toolbox on the A-frame is dedicated to bulk storage already. I would have liked to have seen pockets around the bed for socks and reading materials, too.

The bedroom has a PVC floor and two doors, but the offside one is limited by the boat loader. The ventilation is excellent, as there’s a window in every wall.

SUMMARY

The Red Rock Traveller Deluxe Off Road Camper is a true bushman’s rig, and is ideal for fishing trips. It comes with a boat loader, and is smartly kitted out with efficient appliances that enable you to get offroad and stay there. Best of all, it’s upgradable with options that make sense.

Red Rock Campers
27 Freeman Street
Cambellfield, Vic 3061
(03) 9357 6522
www.redrockcampers.com.au

Article from Campertrailer Australia #29