10/06/2026
The Outbound Storm is a 4-berth gravel-road caravan aimed at families and entry-to-mid-level overlanders who want space, practicality, and affordability without going full off-road.
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⚙️ Key Specs (Quick Look)
* Tare weight: 960 kg
* GVM: 1400 kg
* Payload: 440 kg
* Length: 4.4 m
* Nose weight: ~60 kg
* Sleeps: 4 (realistically 2–4)
👉 This makes it towable by most SUVs and bakkies without needing a heavy-duty setup.
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👍 What It Does Well
1. Practical family layout
* Proper dinette seating (seats 4)
* Converts into sleeping space
* Decent headroom (over 2m)
✔️ Big plus: It feels more like a mini caravan than a trailer camper
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2. Lightweight but capable
* Under 1 ton tare = easy towing
* Low nose weight = very manageable
* Leaf spring suspension = simple and reliable
✔️ Ideal for:
* First-time caravan buyers
* Weekend campers
* Long-distance touring on tar + gravel
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3. Solid, simple build
* 3mm aluminium body
* Galvanised chassis
* Basic but durable construction
✔️ Less to break compared to high-tech off-road units
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4. Good standard fridge & electrics
* 154L fridge included (big win at this price)
* 105Ah battery + Victron charger
* Multiple 220V + USB ports
✔️ Ready for camping without needing immediate upgrades
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5. Affordable price bracket
* Around R440k (new, approx.)
✔️ Strong value vs competitors in SA market
⭐ Final Verdict
The Outbound Storm is:
* ✔️ Spacious
* ✔️ Affordable
* ✔️ Easy to tow
* ✔️ Practical