Australian-based Swagman Motorhomes begins production of a new line of Class A’s
Joe Bohn
MotorHome, February 2009
Australian-based Swagman Motorhomes has begun production of a new line of Class A’s designed to meet the growing demand for more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly motorhomes. The company plans to bring its 28-foot-long rear-diesel-pusher RV2801 model to the North American market this year.
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According to the company, the RV2801 has a patented “Armour-shell” one-piece carbon fiber/Kevlar body construction, which is lighter and eight times stronger than traditional construction, and achieves an estimated 15–17 mpg. The motorhome rides on the company’s Space Frame chassis and uses a rear-mounted International MaxxForce 5 V-6 diesel and five-speed Allison transmission.
Additional features include a six air-bag suspension and ABS, panoramic windshield and wraparound dash, electrically operated leather seats, integrated full-color touch GPS and backup camera, queen-size bed and a uniquely designed bathroom with a full-size shower. The RV2801, as built for the U.S. market, has a projected base msrp of $120,000.
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