C A M P E R 4 V A N

Van campers have many used terms or definitions. Some of them are used interchangeably or mixed. They may be confusing. But understand the differences could help you make a wise purchase decision

You may be familiar with the terms: campervans, class B motorhomes and class B RVs.

How about the terms: conversion vans, custom vans, luxury vans, Mini Motorhomes, Class B+ Motorhomes and Class B+ RVs?

Have you heard or read the terms: camping vans, motorhome camper vans, camping van conversions, Class B camper vans, B+ vans, B Class Motorhomes plus or BC Class Motorhomes?

Go RVing in the UK? Do you know what dormobiles or caravanettes mean? Or would you immediately say yes if your Australian friend ask you to travel by  kombis?

Do those terms mean the same? Basically, they are talking about van campers.  In general these are the common used terms of van campers.

Van Camper (aka Camper Van)

A van that has been added features for the purpose of camping without a shower and toilet. Because of the purpose, van campers are also known as camping vans. Van camper is a typically home-made modification. A Class B Motorhome can be called a van camper or camping van conversions. But a van camper is not suitable to be called a Class B Motorhome if it has no specific amenities.

Class B Motorhome (aka Class B RV)

To be qualified as a Class B Motorhome, a van must have specific amenities such as built-in dining, bathroom facilities, and sleeping quarters. Class B Motorhome is a typically manufacture modifications. Some terms that refer to Class B RVs are motorhome campervans and Class B camper vans.

Conversion Van (aka Luxury Van, Custom Van)

A van that is sent to third-party companies to be outfitted as luxury transportation for camping, road trips, daily vehicle or even business. Conversion vans usually have some of the facilities of van campers or Class B Motorhomes, but are typically higher level. These vans may have home entertainment, satellite dish, soft leather reclining seats, power lumbar support system and other luxury furnishings.

Class B+ Motorhomes (aka Class B+ RVs)

Class B+ Motorhomes are vans built from the same chassis as Class C Motorhomes, but modified to look like Class B Motorhomes. These RVs have uncommonly names such as B Class Motorhomes plus, BC Class Motorhomes and B+ vans.

Do you get a clear picture or a headache?  Do not worry about the definitions! Don’t let your spirit of adventure down!

There are no right or wrong definitions; just guidelines. The most important thing is what you want. What you expect from campervans.

Just go to as many dealerships and RV show as you can. They provide great option of sizes, models, prices and brands. Once you see the figure of different van campers, touch them, feel inside of them, then you’ll understand. THEY ALL ARE VANS!

Campervans

Campervans are commonly known as Class B Motorhomes or Class B RVs. Sometimes they are called interchangeably with van campers, camping vans or conversion vans.  Basically, these Class B RVs are built using conventional vans by raising the roof slightly and/or extending the length only a few feet for more interior space.

Even though, campervans are the smallest class of motorhomes, they are a popular way to travel these days. One of the main reasons: campervans can easily maneuver, especially in an urban setting of heavy traffic. They are also comfortable in muddy back roads and broad way.

The other advantages of van campers are as follow:

Safety. Campervans rate very high when addressing RV safety issues. They’re  just as easy  to drive as other van.

Cost. Campervans are a whole lot cheaper than other class motorhomes. Not only can you save a small fortune on hotel rooms, Class B RVs don’t burn much more gas than your S.U.V and other operating costs are lower.

Maintenance. You can have them serviced at your local car dealership

Storage. With their small size, you can park them anywhere. Many can be parked in a normal sized garage, a parking spot in the mall or in front of the local mini-mart.

Dual Function. You can use campervans as everyday family vehicle. You can drive around your town if you want to.

Great Trial. Never been Rving? For those who are unsure if RVing is not your thing, van campers are a great for trial runs and even for a more permanent fix to have a home away from home always at hand.

Adventurous. Van campers are fully equipped for traveling and living comfortably in the the city, outback, or just down at the beach. With plenty of storage for your personal items, all you need to throw in is your sense of adventure.

Any way, they lack in one important element: space. But space limitations do not necessarily mean that campervans are lacking in requisite amenities.  They have all the important accommodation for travelers such as sleeping area, bathroom and small kitchen with water storage tanks.

All these facilities make campervans as fun as staying at a comfortable hotel.