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Two new off-road RVs: Xiode G1300 8×8 on Tatra chassis and KATANA on Toyota base

24.05.2026 03:04 1 min 3 sources
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Two new off-road RVs: Xiode G1300 8×8 on Tatra chassis and KATANA on Toyota base
© 月刊自家用車WEB - 厳選クルマ情報

In Brief

Chinese Xiode RV unveiled the giant Xiode G1300 8×8 on an eight-wheel Tatra chassis with a two-story living module and a garage for a car. Japanese Direct Cars introduced the KATANA off-road camper based on Toyota Hilux or Camroad with a 3.0 L diesel.

Two striking new off-road RVs of different classes have appeared on the market.

Xiode G1300 8×8 — Chinese giant on Tatra chassis

Chinese company Xiode RV presented the Xiode G1300 8×8 motorhome on an eight-wheel Tatra chassis. It features a 13-liter diesel engine with 600 hp, two 20 kW generators, and a 46 kWh battery. The two-story living module includes space for a personal car.

KATANA — Japanese off-roader by Direct Cars

Direct Cars introduced the KATANA camper designed for long trips and harsh conditions. The model is based on a 4WD Toyota Hilux (according to other sources — Toyota Camroad) with a 3.0 L diesel engine. Equipment includes a 400 Ah lithium-ion battery, a household air conditioner, and a foldable bunk bed. KATANA will be presented at the Japan Camping Car Show 2026 at Makuhari Messe from January 30 to February 2.

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Eight-Wheel Motorhome on a Tatra Chassis

16.04.2026 Autosalon.tv CES

Direct Cars unveils KATANA motorhome based on Toyota Hilux for off-road travel

19.01.2026 Yahoo!ニュース JPN

KATANA motorhome unveiled with off-road design and long-stay capability

19.01.2026 月刊自家用車WEB - 厳選クルマ情報 JPN

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