kavango

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A new addition to the ECHO 4x4 range of products has arrived! This exciting new phenomenon dubbed the 'beast' has been unleashed on the African continent! The Kavango is now the flagship product of ECHO 4x4 and is sure to break boundaries, dissect mountains and leave all worries behind. The challenge was to develop and perfect a new kind of caravan rugged enough to glide over the worst terrain imaginable, and provide 5 star luxury when a destination was reached.

Ruggedness, dust proofing, water leakage, doors and shelving fixing, corrosion, cracks, structural and body strength as well as off-road and high speed on-road handling was high on the priority list of the test cycling and development agenda.
Hooked behind a 4x4 towing vehicle the Kavango is definitely the lowest of all caravans at roof height but with the ground clearance of a serious off-road vehicle.

Colour fragmented monocoqué outer shell, which allows the body to twist in all directions as well as no body panel jointing, as is the case with all other caravans available on the market today. All the inside panels are glued to the outer shell, which allows all inner components flexibility in the outer shell.

A newly designed shower unit slides outwards to open, and has a solid shower floor. For the first time no mud or sand on your feet while you shower! It also has a removable roof which gives the user the option of an open or closed roof while showering.
The kitchen hosts several unique designs such as a fold-out working surface with a stainless steel table (which is totally removable), a 2 plate gas cooker, 4 drawers and cutlery & crockery for 6 people. All this is mounted in a neatly trimmed, closed all-rubber cell that allows easy cleaning and drying.
All Kavango Caravans come standard equipped with an electric 220V or gas filled geyser with an electric start function for supplying hot water to the kitchen and shower from the 120 litre water tank (Coupled to an external pressure pump mounted under the caravan)
All hatches close with a turn pull cam lock system that pulls the doors and hatches into the automotive door seals.
The electrical panel consists of a digital display with several handy features such as battery life available, voltage and current draw rate. The built in battery charger will charge a 70 amp deep cycle battery at a staggering 25 amps if necessary! All fuses are built in and do not need replacements, as they are automatically re-settable. Built into the panel is a 150-WATT inverter. With a 2 point as well as 3-point plugs. 220V is also available, equipped with an earth leakage switch and circuit breaker switches.
The fridge is secured in a closed compartment with access from the caravan's inside through the top hatch, which makes it the only caravan with this unique layout. The fridge can also slide outwards on this slider. The slider which is mounted on the left front section of the Kavango secures enough space for a 80 litre fridge as well as a fire extinguisher, washing basin and drying rack with hot and cold-water tap.
Designed to sleep 4 adults the Kavango offers various bedtime options. 1 x Single bunk in the nose section or 1x double bed that folds forward into the tent to secure a large 1400 x 1900! The mattresses are manufactured of high quality foam and covered with durable upholstery material.
A Mosquito net also comes standard for the main door as well as all the tent windows. The tent is manufactured from UV stable PVC.
A two-ton braked axle with an auto reverse coupler is fitted on to a 8-blade heavy-duty blade spring suspension with shock absorbers. The leveling jacks at the rear of the Kavango caravan are a first in South Africa.
The Kavango caravan is the only caravan on the market, which is corrosion and wood rot resistant. Bolts, nuts and pop rivets are used sparingly to minimize breakage and maintenance.
The neatly designed grocery box on the outside of the Kavango is another unique feature which allows the camper to store easily accessible food when preparing meals.
Awnings are mounted and stored away in the inner roof section which gives the Kavango a neat aerodynamic outer appearance; This feature also protects the awnings from damage by bush and branches. This innovation is sure to be copied by other caravan manufacturers.