Since its launch in 2000, the Tvan Camper Trailer quickly became well known for its distinct design and industry leading off-road capabilities. Throughout the years the Tvan has been widely acclaimed by journalists, owners and explorers. The Tvan® has earned these accolades through continual design improvements and option development; evolving to meet customer expectations.
These achievements include, Camper Trailer of Millennium and Off-Road Camper of the Year in its category 2009, 2011 and 2015. The MK5 is the latest incarnation of the Tvan. Like all Track Trailer® products the MK5 Tvan Camper Trailer has been subjected to rigorous prototyping, which has tested new body panels, electrics and kitchen variants. Thousands of kilometers were travelled to ensure that the MK5 was worthy of the Tvan name. But the improvements don’t stop there! While maintaining the famous Tvan look, the MK5 has a raft of new features, making this Tvan the best one yet! Continue reading below to see why Nothing Compares.
The Mk5 has been in development for more than two years or, if my sums are correct, immediately since the launch of the Mk4. And, no question, it looks every inch a Tvan, with the same offroad swagger and bulletproof appeal. The lift-up deck (as opposed to the earlier version which had to be dropped down before accessing the cabin) makes complete and utter sense. So much so that one has to wonder why it wasn’t done earlier. Oh well – good things come to those who wait, and all that. – Max Taylor GORV
Protected from insects and the elements by strong walls that provide great insulation from noise, hot sun, cold nights and wind. When the tent is deployed (doubling your living space) it’s attached to a fold out hard floor, so you’ll be up off the ground, dry and secure. Most importantly, when it’s time to move on, your bed will remain made up and dry, even after a wet pack-up.
* Content refers to both features and options available on Tvan. Please refer to specification and options list for accurate inclusions.
The roof gives more head room over the bed and throughout the cabin creating a light and airy ambience while maintain Tvan’s unique unitary construction, “a strong box” without resorting to a “pop top” which could compromise structural integrity, add extra weight and cause dust issues. The roof also accommodates a 200w solar panel, nearly doubling the previous solar input and making it easier to stay off the beaten track for longer.
One major advantage of the Tvan has always been its superior access to your equipment and living space by opening the rear of the van. Building on this, perhaps the most innovative part of the MK5 Tvan will revolutionise the way you access the rear of the Tvan. This is the Skyward™ Lift-Up Deck. As its name implies, this is the ability to lift up the deck of the Tvan with the hatch to provide unparalleled access to the rear of the Tvan. Simply press the button to release the electric locks and lift the hatch and deck to provide full access to the rear of the van, without having to lower the deck to the ground or stand on it while loading. To close simply shut like your car boot, with a satisfying thud.
The MK5 Tvan now features the Quick Cover™ awning. This awning can be deployed in 2 minutes, packed up in the same time and provides substantial coverage over the kitchen, front box and side of the Tvan. With arms which pivot both to the front and rear of the van, the Quick Cover™ awning can be used with any level of van setup, including deck closed or tent deployed. When the tent is deployed, there is an additional awning piece which can be used to provide complete coverage over the entry door of the tent. This awning does not require the use of upright poles in calm weather meaning that a Quick Cover™ for a roadside stop is a synch. Hooks built into each end of the awning attach on the drawbar and rear of the van.
One of the best features of the Tvan Camper Trailer is its 30 second setup. Because the tent is stowed away in the rear hatch of the van and not on the bed, the you can choose whether or not to setup the full tent. Accessing the bed is as simple as unlocking four over centre catches, folding down the deck and releasing the gas strut assisted hatch. You might then choose to shut the hatch after yourself and go straight to bed (pad locks can be fitted to prevent the catches from locking) or to install one of the two optional rear door covers.
The Tvan Camper Trailer is amongst the quickest of the all camper trailers in the market to setup and pack up. We don’t make this claim lightly, but when the correct procedures are followed, our owners can and will be able to easily level the van, lower the tent, attach the floor and mouth to the body of the van and install the internal upright poles. Just reverse the procedure to store the tent and pack up.
This annex takes approximately 15 minutes to set up and covers the full length of the Tvan.
The Inspire comes standard with the quick erect and highly versatile sail awning. The sail awning attaches to side of the van and can be set up to protect against the elements or provide shade for quick stops.
These days all camper trailers feature a slide out kitchen, however, nobody does it quite like Track Trailer. The Mk5 Tvan Camper Trailer features 2 completely new kitchen designs based off 15 years of customer feedback and continual improvement.
The stainless steel benchtop utilises advanced sheetmetal techniques for a premium feel, including rounded edge. The powder coated, predominantly aluminium body makes access to storage a breeze, incorporating many drawers for the storage, stainless steel sink features a flick style tap, draining board and cutlery drawer located below.
The kitchen utilises a lock in / lock out handle which accommodates single handed operation and slides on Track Trailer’s own design of ball bearing runners. The integrated windshields are deployed by simply raising them into position. We’ve even fitted a bottle opener so you won’t have to go searching for your keys!
With Safiery Induction Cooktop including 1800W and 1500W hobs (controlled for max 2000W combined draw) you will have all of your cooking needs met.
German IGBT control, German Schott Ceran High grade black crystal plate and touch Sensor controls. Features: timer, child lock, auto off, overheat and cookware detection.
Standard on the Tvan Inspire, Firetail and Murranji. Occupying a 30% larger locker than the old Classic Kitchen, the Premium Kitchen for the Tvan MK5 features twice the bench space of its older counterpart. The stainless steel benchtop utilises advanced sheetmetal techniques for a premium feel, including rounded edge. The powder coated, predominantly aluminium body makes access to storage a breeze, incorporating many drawers for the storage of all your kitchen needs. The Premium Kitchen boasts a Thetford 3 burner (2×1.5KW, 1×2.5KW) glass topped stainless steel cooktop with piezo ignition and matching stainless steel sink with flick style tap, draining board and cutlery drawer located below. The kitchen utilises a lock in / lock out handle which accommodates single handed operation and slides on Track Trailer’s own design of ball bearing runners. The integrated windshields are deployed by simply raising them into position. We’ve even fitted a bottle opener so you won’t have to go searching for your keys!
The MK5 design provided an opportunity to fully integrate all the electrical options into one neat package. Specifications vary depending on model and selected options. Features include:
Let’s talk standard. Track Trailer has decided to set the bar high with the all Tvan models featuring some serious power upgrades as standard. These include:
Lithium Batteries are now standard and don’t require any special modifications to work with the Tvan’s electrical system. 1x 125Ah Revolution Eco lithium battery standard and an optional second 125Ah. Lithium technology maintains a higher voltage for longer offering almost 1/4 more battery capacity over an equivalent AGM at approximately half the weight (15kg per battery). Other options include:
Redvision along with the Manager 75 or 100 effectively replaces all the switches, gauges and power controllers with a simple, state of the art display and mobile app.
All switching of circuits, lights, power outlets, heaters etc. can be easily controlled from your phone at camp or in bed. This setup features a 75A or 100A DC to DC, MPPT solar regulator, 2000W inverter and 240V battery charger.
If you are looking to take your Tvan to the next level it’s a great option to select.
Note: only available options on Firetail and Lightning
Track Trailer has used the proven a OEM system to provide reliable and efficient heating for the Tvan and hot water for the kitchen and shower. This popular system is comprised of a glycol heat pump, heat ex-changer (for heating), diesel tank and glycol storage unit. As you can appreciate, a system with all of these components takes up a fair bit of room and often the size of these components encroaches on useful storage space and takes up significantly more space than required. Not with the Tvan! Unwilling to compromise on valuable space, the Track Trailer team set about redesigning the plumbing, wiring and tanks (glycol and fuel) to repackage the entire combustion elements into 1 jerry can sized unit. This design eliminates messy wiring or plumbing running the length of the van. Most competitor products fit the fuel tank behind the front stone guard and the other components wherever they can, leaving long runs of wiring, plumbing etc, meaning more holes and more potential for dust ingress. This is another example why the Tvan is a far superior product.
All models come standard with the Front Boot featuring two separately sealed compartments, one for generic storage and the other with a dedicated fridge slide and constant 12V power. The fridge compartment also features filtered air vents This boot accommodates a spare wheel and 2x gas bottles. There are many additional options available including, a RHS slide out tray, dual venting and power for up to 2 fridges, a fridge slide swap (RHS to LHS) for longer fridges and a optional height LHS shelf.
Small tray (LHS) H x W x L 570 x 456 x 760 Large tray (RHS) H x W x L 570 x 456 x 920
GREEN – Fridge will fit both trays AMBER – Fridge will only fit in the large tray RED – Fridge will not fit
| Model | Height | Width | Length | Length Inc Handles | Weight kgs |
| Engel 32L | 408 | 364 | 648 | 648 | 21 |
| Engel 40L | 508 | 364 | 648 | 648 | 24 |
| Engel 57L combo | 441 | 490 | 790 | 790 | 34 |
| Engel 60L | 441 | 490 | 790 | 790 | 33 |
| Engel 75L combo | 561 | 490 | 790 | 790 | 40 |
| Engel 80L | 561 | 490 | 790 | 790 | 39 |
| Waeco CFX-35 | 411 | 398 | 630 | 692 | 17.5 |
| Waeco CFX-40 | 461 | 398 | 630 | 692 | 18.5 |
| Waeco CFX-50 | 471 | 455 | 661 | 725 | 20.4 |
| Waeco CFX-65DZ | 561 | 455 | 661 | 725 | 23.2 |
| Waeco CFX-65 | 561 | 455 | 661 | 725 | 22.3 |
| ARB 35 | 428 | 380 | 705 | 705 | 20.7 |
| ARB 47 | 508 | 380 | 705 | 705 | 22.5 |
| ARB 60 | 428 | 450 | 845 | 845 | 24.5 |
| ARB 78 | 508 | 450 | 845 | 845 | 27.1 |