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Opus camper trailer
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OPUS camping trailer now available
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28th February, 2014
The British-Australian developed OPUS camper trailer has gained the
approval of local camping enthusiasts in its production-ready debut at a Caravan and Camping Show in Adelaide.
With its unique, pram-like unfolding mechanism, the OPUS obtained plenty of favourable comment for its innovation,
convenience and value.
OPUS has been co-developed by the British and Australian arms of RV design think tank Purple Line for both the UK’s
“glamping” (glamour camping) market and Australia’s tough conditions.
Purple Line Australia director Malcolm Hill said the enthusiasm of Adelaide show patrons confirmed there was demand
for a new and different form of camper trailer.
“We showed pre-production OPUS prototypes in Melbourne last year, and the production-spec units at Adelaide
reflect the positive feedback we received there,” he said.
“The Australian OPUS differs from UK models in many details, particularly the chassis and running gear, and
Australia’s experience with this type of RV has proved invaluable in the design process.”
“While the top half with its clever folding mechanism is a credit to the British team, the bottom half is a triumph
of Australian design with its tough local componentry.”
“Built in Adelaide by the same team that co-designed it for global markets, the Australian OPUS offers two models –
the lightweight Drifter and the upmarket off-road Drifter XT.”
“What all OPUS models have in common, both here and overseas, is the benefit of very clever designers who started
with a blank sheet to come up with something genuinely new.”
Both the OPUS Drifter and the OPUS Drifter XT have a hot-dipped galvanised chassis and an easily erected tent
structure which echoes the mechanism of a Mary Poppins-type pram.
Standard equipment on both models includes two double beds with inner privacy tents, club lounge that converts to an
extra bed, tunnel boot, 12 Volt LED lighting and 240 volt power outlets, fire extinguisher and awning.
Drifter has a five-leaf suspension, override brakes, 14” alloy wheels, 50mm AL-KO coupling, wind-down AL-KO
stabilisers and built-in sink with recessed tap and mains water connection.
Drifter XT upgrades include nine-leaf off-road suspension, extended drawbar, 15” alloys, electric brakes, Trigg
articulated hitch, 200mm AL-KO flip-up jockey wheel and drop-down AL-KO stabiliser legs, plus 98 AH battery system, 12
volt power outlet, two-burner cooktop, 50 litre water tank and large storage box with twin jerry can holders.
Mr Hill said OPUS was ramping up production at Adelaide and would soon launch retail sales from its Melbourne sales
and distribution centre.
Opus Drifter camping trailer prices*
Drifter from $16,990*
Drifter XT from $19,990*
NOTE:
* Manufacturer's List Price (MLP) excludes dealer delivery fees and the numerous statutory charges (commonly known as
on-road costs). Additionally, please note that all prices, fees and charges are subject to change without notice, as are
the specifications.
OPUS Specifications
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Drifter
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Drifter XT
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Dimensions
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Length (closed)
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4,500mm
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4,900mm
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Width
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2,000mm
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2,000mm
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Towing Height
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1,240mm***
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1,300mm**
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Length (when open)
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5,750mm
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5,750mm
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Interior Height (when open)
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2,280mm
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2,280mm
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Weights
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Tare Weight
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690kg
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780kg
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ATM
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1170kg
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1530kg
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Ball Weight (standard)
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65kg
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70kg
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** Based on standard 235 / 75 R15 tyres with
no racks on the roof.
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Based on standard 185 / 75 14 tyres with no racks on the roof.
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Standard
Features
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Drifter
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Drifter XT
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Large club lounge that converts to extra bed.
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2 x double bed mattresses.
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Table with storage space when not in use.
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Good size tunnel boot.
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12 Volt interior LED lighting.
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Awning with poles & guy ropes.
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2 x inner privacy tents.
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Fire extinguishers.
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Hot dipped galvanised chassis.
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3 x 240 Volt double power outlets.
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Large club lounge that converts to extra bed.
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2 x double bed mattresses.
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Table with storage space when not in use.
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Good size tunnel boot.
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12 Volt interior LED lighting.
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Awning with poles & guy ropes.
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2 x inner privacy tents.
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Fire extinguishers.
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Hot dipped galvanised chassis.
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3 x 240 Volt double power outlets.
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5 leaf suspension.
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Mechanical override disc brakes.
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14 inch 5 stud alloy wheels with LT tyres.
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50mm AL-KO coupling.
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4 x wind down AL-KO stabiliser legs.
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Sink with recessed tap & mains water connection point.
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9 leaf off-road suspension.
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100mm x 50mm extended draw bar.
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15 inch 6 stud alloy with all terrain tyres.
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10 inch electric brakes with off road magnets.
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Trigg articulating block hitch.
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200 mm AL-KO flip up jockey wheel.
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Drop down AL-KO stabiliser legs.
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98 AH battery pack with charging system.
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1 x 12 Volt power outlet.
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2 burner cook top with 9 kg gas bottle.
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Sink with recessed tap.
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50 litre water tank with pump & stone guard.
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Large storage box with 2 x jerry can holder.
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