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Winnebago ARKA: Off-Road Motorhome on Ram 5500 Starts at $331,901

12.05.2026 19:33 1 min 2 sources РУС
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Winnebago ARKA: Off-Road Motorhome on Ram 5500 Starts at $331,901
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Winnebago has unveiled its first rugged overlanding model, the ARKA, built on a Ram 5500 4×4 chassis with a Cummins diesel, 41-inch tires, and a 15 kWh off-grid system. Pricing starts at $331,901, with pre-orders open.

Winnebagoⓘ, a renowned RV manufacturer, has introduced its first serious off-road model, the ARKA, based on the Ram 5500 4×4 chassis.

The vehicle is powered by a 6.7-liter Cummins diesel engine producing 360 hp and 1085 Nm of torque. Gross vehicle weight is 19,504 kg, with a towing capacity of up to 6,804 kg. The ARKA features 41-inch tires, a winch, body protection, and an air recovery system.

Inside, it offers sleeping for four, a 15 kWh off-grid electrical system expandable with solar panels up to 800 W, and a 227-liter water tank. Range is up to two weeks. Pricing starts at $331,901, and pre-orders are now open.

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