No problem with the rough road! Van Cruiser X17..Luxury Offloader in the 100 million won range
Feb 05, 2025
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The Melbourne-based company is famous for its family management. It is operated by Enzo and Tania siblings. A team of 15 to 20 people produces about three camper vans per week. Thanks to this customized production method, it is characterized by being able to actively reflect customer requirements.
In particular, Van Cruiser is focusing on producing models with both durability and mobility while focusing on single-axis hardcore off-road campervans.We are also paying special attention to quality control. Enzo directly manages the entire production process and performs all processes inside except for the body.
Electric and piping processes are also handled by their own technical staff without outsourcing, and most of the employees are skilled workers who have worked for more than five years. Meanwhile, Tania is responsible for parts procurement, design, and A/S. It is also responding flexibly to requests for customized production.
X Machine HTO Grand X17 belongs to Van Cruiser's 14ft (4.3m) to 19ft (5.8m) family of medium-sized machines. As the name HTO (Heavy Terrain Outback) indicates, it is a model designed in consideration of driving on a rough road. According to Tania, the model is an extension of the existing popular model, the 16ft 2in X Machine, which has been lengthened to add washing machines indoors.
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X17 has a strong off-road performance with a solid galvanized chassis, 16-inch black alloy wheels (MPC Toro), and BFGoodrich 265/75 all-terrain tires. The brake is applied with a 12-inch electric drum brake.
Van Cruiser X17 (Source=Caravan World)
The exterior gives a strong impression with a black checker plate design. The front part adopted an inclined roof line and the rear part adopted a flat design. The windows are also applied with black tinting, giving them a sense of external unity.
The body frame adopted a wood frame rather than the commonly used aluminum or steel frame. Recently, wood frames are often turned away due to durability issues, but Van Cruiser explains that it has secured both flexibility and durability through thorough waterproofing and precise manufacturing processes.
Van Cruiser X17 (Source=Caravan World)
The chassis combines a 100mm x 50mm galvanized chassis with a 150mm x 50mm A frame to increase rigidity. The suspension is equipped with a Cruisemaster ATX coil system (3 tons). The ATX airbag suspension can also be selected as an option. In addition, a drain pipe protection device is added to maintain high durability on unpaved roads.
There is a full-size toolbox on the front. It also comes with a stoneguard option. Van Cruiser has been configured to select various types of toolboxes, including multi-boxes including firewood storage boxes.
Van Cruiser X17 (Source=Caravan World) There is a full-size tunnel-type storage space on the side of
. Strong rubber sealing is applied, so it has excellent waterproof performance. In addition, a barbecue system and a wireless folding picnic table are provided to increase outdoor utilization.
One thing that stands out is that the vehicle does not have a fixed staircase. Fixed stairs can be easily damaged in off-road environments, so they are equipped with detachable plastic stairs to increase practicality.
Van Cruiser X17 (Source=Caravan World)
The interior of the X17 features a luxurious finish and a practical space layout. The layout is designed with a front queen-size bed and a rear entry structure. A full-size bathroom was placed near the entry to increase the efficiency of the route.
In the kitchen, a 174L refrigerator is provided as standard. Additionally, you can also select additional drawer type refrigerator options. It also has a full-size kitchen, including a three-hole stove, oven and grill. At the back, there are toilets, toilets, and sinks, including shower booths. It is also practical that the washing machine is placed using the space behind the refrigerator.
Van Cruiser X17 (Source=Caravan World)
Ban Luser X17 (Source = Caravan World) The
X17 is equipped with a 200-Ah lithium battery, a Victor 2000W inverter, and an 80W charger. It is also equipped with three 220W solar panels for power self-sufficiency. In addition, if you save by having two 95L fresh water tanks and a 95L sewage tank, you can live on your own for up to two weeks.
The X Machine HTO Grand X17 is priced at A$114,990 (about W1022 million).The body comes with a three-year warranty and the chassis comes with a five-year warranty.
Editor Kim Tae-won tw.kim@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
