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Factory visit and test of a camper module at -35°C

18.07.2026 05:16 1 min 1 source
drive2.ru RUS
Factory visit and test of a camper module at -35°C
Original source: drive2.ru

A visit to a Chinese factory that produces camper modules for pickup trucks. The module was tested at -35°C (down to -41°C) in northern China, maintaining heat with the standard heater. Specifications: weight 400-540 kg, 34 mm sandwich panels with XPS, aluminum-magnesium frame, pop-up roof, bed 2x1.8 m, gel battery 100 Ah, solar panel 160 W, 55 L water tank, diesel heater, air conditioner, internal shower compartment. Two models: A3 and A3 Max with slides.

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Factory visit and test of a camper module at -35°C

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Updated: 18.07.2026

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cheaper than 79% of countries

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