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Compact camper K-ai Type D based on Daihatsu Hijet unveiled in Japan

29.04.2026 18:23 2 min 4 sources
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Compact camper K-ai Type D based on Daihatsu Hijet unveiled in Japan
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At the Japan Camping Car Show 2026 in Makuhari, AZ-MAX unveiled the compact K-ai Type D camper based on the Daihatsu Hijet kei truck (some sources specify Hijet Truck or Hijet Cargo).

Key features

  • Length: 3.4 meters (fits Japanese kei car dimensions)
  • Interior height: 1.7 meters (thanks to a pop-up roof)
  • Sleeping capacity: up to four people (two adults and two children)
  • Price: approximately 3.87 million yen (base version with options, some sources mention automatic transmission)

The model combines a small footprint with family sleeping accommodation, making it a practical choice for car camping.

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