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Nomad: camper van based on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter for extreme Alaska conditions

28.07.2026 02:10 1 min 2 sources
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Nomad: camper van based on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter for extreme Alaska conditions
Original source: Тамбов

In Brief

Benchmark Vehicles has unveiled the Nomad camper van based on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, designed for autonomous operation in the Far North. It features reinforced suspension, BFGoodrich KO3 tires, a winch, solar panels, and protective coatings.

Benchmark Vehicles has unveiled the Nomad camper van based on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, designed for autonomous operation in Alaska. The vehicle features reinforced suspension, off-road BFGoodrich KO3 tires, a winch, solar panels, and protective coatings.

Inside, there is a kitchen with an induction hob, a Vitrifrigo refrigerator, a microwave, a bathroom with a shower and a portable toilet, and a Queen-size bed. One source mentions a storage system with a 500 kg pull-out tray. The project is aimed at travelers, hunters, and professionals who value autonomy.

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Nomad: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter-based camper for extreme Alaska conditions

06.07.2026 svobodanews.ru RUS Original source

Nomad: camper van based on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter for Alaska

05.07.2026 Тамбов RUS Original source

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