The Austrack Campers Tanami X15L is an off-road hybrid caravan designed for rugged use and extended travel, featuring a robust construction and comprehensive electrical, water, and gas systems.
Function Description:
The Tanami X15L serves as a versatile off-road hybrid caravan, providing comfortable living and essential amenities for camping and travel. It is equipped with systems for power generation, water storage and heating, gas cooking, and climate control, making it suitable for both on-grid and off-grid adventures. The caravan is designed to be towed by a suitably rated vehicle and includes features for safe towing and campsite setup.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Dimensions (Closed, including aircon): 6700L x 2180W x 2650H
- Tare Weight: Approx. 2340kg (Bonus inclusions do not make up part of tare weight)
- Registered Weight: 3000kg
- Ball Weight: Approx. 140kg
- Chassis & Drawbar: Hot dipped galvanised Inside & Outside 150 x 50 x 4mm. Full RHS box chassis 100 x 50 x 3mm. Q345Steel Tube.
- Hitch: 3500 Kg rated off road hitch, ADR approved rated safety chains, Dual rear recovery points, Ark XO 750 Series extra heavy duty swing away dual wheel jockey wheel.
- Brakes: 6 stud 4x4 hubs, heavy duty bearings, 12-inch heavy duty electric brakes with mechanical handbrake, Trailer breakaway system.
- Suspension: Adjustable independent coil spring suspension with twin reinforced shock absorbers.
- Wheels & Tyres: 4 x Brand New Reinforced Black alloy mag wheels, 4 x Brand New M/T (Mud Terrain) tyres (Size: 265/75R16), 4 x Heavy Duty Lockable and Adjustable Drop-Down stabiliser legs, Double spare tyre holder, 4 x Embossed Mudflaps.
- Bearings: Inner - Cup 25580, Cone 25520; Outer - Cup 15123, Cone 15245; Seal 33940.
- Electrical Connection: 1 x 7 pin flat or round plug, 1 x 50Amp Anderson plug, External 240V inlet, 240v outlet.
- Electrical System: 2 x 100AH Lithium batteries, 4 x 100W roof mounted solar panels, REDARC 2kW Pure Sinewave inverter with 240v auto changeover, REDARC Manager30 with built-in 30amp AC charger, 30amp DC/DC charger and MPPT solar controller. Internal and external 240V outlets, Multiple USB and accessory outlets.
- Lighting: External LED body lights, Multiple internal LED lights & 2 LED reading lights, LED Stair light handle, LED strip lighting.
- Gas System: Completely plumbed from gas cylinders to kitchen with dual bottle change over valve & gas certification certificate. Additional bayonet gas connection at rear of camper for a BBQ gas supply.
- Water Storage: 2 x 120L Food grade poly fresh water tanks & 1 X 80L plumbed grey water tank & system. 12.5L per min 12V Electric Pump. Water tank guards, water gauge.
- Hot Water System: Truma Ultra-Rapid Gas/electric water heater.
- Toilet: Thetford C402-2 toilet with 15L in-build flush tank and 19L waste tank.
- Air Conditioner: Dometic Harrier Lite roof-mounted air conditioner (operates on 240V mains power only).
- Awning: Electric PVC waterproof awning (3.8M x 2.5M).
- Kitchen: Slide Out Stainless steel kitchen with cutlery drawer, utility drawers, electric pump, hot/cold tap, large sink & AGA approved multi burner stove with wind break, Drainage rack, rear prep bench & Large slide out kitchen preparation bench.
Usage Features:
- Load Distribution: Critical for safe towing, with an optimum ball weight between 8% and 12% of the total caravan weight. Heavy items should be loaded low and over the axle, while lightweight items can go in overhead cupboards. Ball loading must not exceed 350kg or the vehicle's maximum allowable load.
- Electrical System: The Redarc Manager30 BMS automatically manages charging from the vehicle, 240V mains, and solar panels, prioritizing solar. The 2000W inverter allows 240V appliances to run off-grid, but must be switched off when not in use to prevent battery drain. An external solar input is available for additional charging, requiring a regulated panel.
- Water System: Two 120L fresh water tanks and one 80L grey water tank, each with independent filling and draining. A 12V electric pump supplies water, activated by a control panel switch. The fresh water tanks are not interconnected and should be drawn from one at a time.
- Hot Water System: Truma Ultra-Rapid system can be operated on gas or 240V mains. Gas operation requires the cylinder to be on, water pump active, external vent cover removed, and burner ignited. 240V operation requires mains connection and the white switch on the control panel.
- Gas System: Plumbed gas with LCC27 connection for cylinders in the front toolbox. A one-way regulator valve allows switching between cylinders. An external 3-burner stove connects via a bayonet fitting. Proper ventilation is crucial when using gas.
- Campsite Setup: Stabiliser legs reduce movement but are not for levelling; levelling ramps and the jockey wheel are used for this. The Ark XO750 jockey wheel has outer shaft adjustments. The electric awning requires legs for support during opening, closing, and when fully extended. A full canvas annex is included for additional shelter.
- Toilet: The Thetford C402-2 toilet has separate flush and waste tanks. Filling the flush tank involves rotating the emptying spout, adding water and additive. Preparing the waste tank involves removing it, turning the emptying spout upwards, adding toilet fluid and water, then re-securing. The valve blade should be closed after use and not left open to prevent flooding.
- External Kitchen: Slide-out design with a Dometic 3-burner cooktop, sink, and drying rack. Accessed by opening a hatch, releasing bolts, and sliding out. Support legs must be lowered and locked into place. Gas connection is via a bayonet fitting at the rear.
- Climate Control: Roof-mounted Dometic Harrier Lite air conditioner operates only on 240V mains power. A 2.4 kVa inverter generator is recommended for simultaneous AC operation and battery charging.
- Entertainment: TV antenna for Free-to-Air TV and a stereo system for CD/DVD/MP3/USB/RADIO playback.
Maintenance Features:
- General Maintenance: A detailed maintenance schedule outlines recommended intervals (3 months/1,000km to 24 months/20,000km) for various components, including battery condition, lights, switches, water pumps, gas hoses, locks, hinges, seals, brakes, chassis, hitch, jockey wheel, stabiliser legs, winches, suspension, wheel alignment, wheel bearings, wheel nuts, tyres, gas struts, shock absorbers, fridge fan filter, and water tanks.
- Battery Maintenance: The Redarc Manager30 BMS can be put into storage mode to maintain batteries. Regular checks of battery condition are important, especially if relying on solar. An activation cable is provided for batteries discharged below 10V.
- Hot Water System Maintenance: Requires descaling at least twice a year with commercial cleaning products. Heating the system to 70° regularly prevents micro-organism colonization. The P&T safety valve and drain valve need regular operation to remove lime deposits.
- Water System Maintenance: Water tanks have taps and bungs for easy draining and rinsing. The hot water system must be drained if there is a risk of frost to prevent damage.
- Brake Maintenance: Electric trailer brakes have a run-in period and should be inspected and adjusted by a qualified professional according to the maintenance schedule. The handbrake cable tension needs to be adjusted so it is 1/3 raised when unloaded.
- Fuse Box: Located under the seat, with fuses listed on the lid. A red light indicates a blown fuse. Keeping a mix pack of spare fuses is recommended.
- Condensation/Mould Prevention: Ensure sufficient airflow in the hybrid, wipe up condensation daily, and use moisture-absorbing tubs, especially during storage.
- Toilet Maintenance: Regular cleaning and maintenance instructions are provided in the manual. For storage, the water tank should be completely emptied via the drain tube, the valve blade opened, and the waste tank emptied and cleaned.
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