The first of the Family Range in this series, this 19’6" twin axle van, with two layouts, is an instant start to get you and the family touring.

The double-bunk family caravan is one of the very few in the market that comprises of bunk-beds, queen bed with full separate shower and toilet all under 20ft! For the weekend family getaway or longer trips without having to be crammed into a combo shower-toilet, the Core 196 is perfect for families who want superior quality with a host of features at a realistic price.

Join thousands of families and purchase this high-quality, practical caravan.

*Layout details may vary without notice due to minor upgrades.

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* Cafe lounge option available

Sleeps 4

Touring Caravan

Dimensions & Weights

  19' 6" TWIN AXLE, CAFE LOUNGE 
(196 CAFW)
19' 6" TWIN AXLE, CAFE LOUNGE, DOUBLE BUNKS
(196 DB V)
19' 6" TWIN AXLE, DOUBLE BUNKS, L LOUNGE 
(196DB LSV)
DIMENSIONS (MM)      
Total Length 8250 8250 8250
Height 2920 2920 2920
Width (incl. Awning) 2450 2450 2451
WEIGHTS (KG)      
Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM) 2860 2650 2620
Gross Trailer Mass (GTM) 2730 2440 2460
Tare 2190 2180 2220
TowBall 130 210 160

Specifications

  • Fully Enclosed, Full-Height, Fibreglass Shower
  • Modern Interior Décor with Multiple Choices
  • 6'8" Internal Ceiling Height
  • High-Wear Vinyl Floating Floor Covering
  • Breaksafe breakaway safety system
  • Electric Brakes to All Wheels
  • Gas regulator and A-frame tap protection
  • Fire Extinguisher and Smoke Detector
  • 3500kg 50mm ball coupling with twin safety chains
  • Supergal Chassis
  • Water tank gauge
  • Reverse Camera Supplied with Vehicle Monitor
  • Fan-cooled, Two-door Fridge/Freezer
  • Four Gas Burner with Minigrill
  • Radio with Ceiling Speakers
  • Washing Machine (All Models Except 196D Band 206DB)
  • 2 x 200 Watt Solar System
  • Microwave Oven
  • 12V/USB Points to Bedside and Dinette
  • External TV Point
  • Truma Ultra Rapid Stainless-Steel Gas/Electric Hot Water system
  • 24" LED Television with Windup Roof Antenna
  • 1 x BMPRO Battery Charger with 100Amp Deep Cycle Battery and Monitoring Screen
  • Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner
  • Insulated roof and walls
  • Double Glazed Windows with Integrated Blinds and Fly screens
  • Crimsafe Security Door
  • Checkerplate Protection to Front and Lower Sides
  • Rollout awning
  • Fold down picnic table
  • 3-Point Locking Security Door
  • Stylish Lightweight Aluminium Side Panelling with 3mm Composite Aluminium Front/Roof and Rear
  • Dual 9kg Gas Bottles
  • Protection and Drain Tap
  • Extractor Fan & Hatch Fitted Over Toilet and Shower
  • Bumper Bar with Mounted Spare Wheel
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Cutlery Tray fitted to kitchen Drawer
  • Lift-up underbed storage
  • Common Outlet for all Wastewater
  • Gas Bayonet
  • Drop-down Corner Stabilizers
  • Dual 95Litre Water Tanks with Galvanised
  • Dust Reduction Kit
  • Truma Gas Heater
  • External Pull-Out Kitchen
  • Lithium Battery
  • External Shower Tap Set
  • Jerry Can Holder
  • Oven with Electric Hotplate
  • Leather or Vegas Microfibre Upholstery Upgrade
  • 3mm Composite Aluminium Sides
  • Water Filter and Tap
  • RV Wifi
  • Auto Positioning Satellite Dish
  • Checkerplate Pull-Out Drawer to Tunnel Boot
  • ALKO Electronic Stability System
  • DC to DC Charger
  • Toolbox Fitted to A-Frame
  • Hydraulic Lift Sliding Table
  • Extended Benchtop with Recessed Stove
  • Grey Water Tank
  • Bike Rack
  • 12V Oscillating Fans

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