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A forward fold that leads the way, the Dingo Ultimate by Skamper

Kampers can take you offroad without a worry.

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SKAMPER KAMPERS DINGO ULTIMATE

$15,000 - $30,000 SKAMPERINTO THE

Innovation is the name of Skamper Kampers' game when it comes to the Dingo Ultimate, and the judges were blown away with the improvements made to the Dingo, in light of comments made during judging in 2016. Self-sufficient, ready for rugged environments and equipped with plenty of creature comforts to make your next trip

a pleasure, this is a forward fold that packs a punch in features and function.

DETAILED DESIGNForward fold designs have, from the beginning, had limitations. They were generally heavy, as are the ball weights, and they mostly suffered from poor storage. There was no access to the camper interior without fully opening the camper up. Urgently need a jacket or rain gear due to a weather change, and you’ll find yourself on the roadside folding the camper out because the gas strut is always across the entry door.Skamper Kampers took our comments after last year’s CTOTY and completely redesigned their Dingo.The weight is still up there, at 1680kg, and the ball weight at 160kg is not exciting, but considering this is a bigger camper than most forward folds that isn’t too bad. However, now you get a huge camper-wide slide-out drawer for all your clothing which can be opened from the outside (and inside). There’s a hinged end on the stone guard so you can access a gas bottle when the camper is set up.There's 12 storage areas (compared to the usual five or so), some of which are quite roomy, and the rear water tank is now internal so it doesn’t need to be protected. The pole storage has been moved to the rear and the axle forward for better balance. The kitchen is next to the pantry and fridge for efficiency and this makes the rest of the awning area more functional.The full size queen inner spring mattress, leatherette seats, instantaneous gas hot water with digital temperature control, roomy interior, pre-set internal tent bows and standard touring awning with just three poles, all make this something of a breakthrough in forward fold design.

WORDS DAVID COOK

Rough and ready, the Dingo Ultimatecan handle whatever you throw at it SUNSET

PICS matt fehlberg & jack murphy

A tow tug with serious gruntis the perfect match for this camper

A forward fold that leads the way, the Dingo Ultimate by Skamper

Kampers can take you offroad without a worry.

66 67

SKAMPER KAMPERS DINGO ULTIMATE

$15,000 - $30,000 SKAMPERINTO THE

Innovation is the name of Skamper Kampers' game when it comes to the Dingo Ultimate, and the judges were blown away with the improvements made to the Dingo, in light of comments made during judging in 2016. Self-sufficient, ready for rugged environments and equipped with plenty of creature comforts to make your next trip

a pleasure, this is a forward fold that packs a punch in features and function.

DETAILED DESIGNForward fold designs have, from the beginning, had limitations. They were generally heavy, as are the ball weights, and they mostly suffered from poor storage. There was no access to the camper interior without fully opening the camper up. Urgently need a jacket or rain gear due to a weather change, and you’ll find yourself on the roadside folding the camper out because the gas strut is always across the entry door.Skamper Kampers took our comments after last year’s CTOTY and completely redesigned their Dingo.The weight is still up there, at 1680kg, and the ball weight at 160kg is not exciting, but considering this is a bigger camper than most forward folds that isn’t too bad. However, now you get a huge camper-wide slide-out drawer for all your clothing which can be opened from the outside (and inside). There’s a hinged end on the stone guard so you can access a gas bottle when the camper is set up.There's 12 storage areas (compared to the usual five or so), some of which are quite roomy, and the rear water tank is now internal so it doesn’t need to be protected. The pole storage has been moved to the rear and the axle forward for better balance. The kitchen is next to the pantry and fridge for efficiency and this makes the rest of the awning area more functional.The full size queen inner spring mattress, leatherette seats, instantaneous gas hot water with digital temperature control, roomy interior, pre-set internal tent bows and standard touring awning with just three poles, all make this something of a breakthrough in forward fold design.

WORDS DAVID COOK

Rough and ready, the Dingo Ultimatecan handle whatever you throw at it SUNSET

PICS matt fehlberg & jack murphy

A tow tug with serious gruntis the perfect match for this camper

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GET AWAY FROM IT ALLLike its canine namesake, the Dingo Ultimate is well equipped for time spent alone in the bush, far from civilisation. It has a big 140L stainless steel water tank, built into the body of the camper to prevent damage on the tracks. This water storage can be supplemented by two jerries, with inbuilt holders, for a total of 180L of water capacity. There are also two 4kg gas bottle holders, which are plumbed through to the stove and the instantaneous gas hot water service that feeds the kitchen and the shower – another must have when it comes to multi day off the grid adventures, at least in my book. Power comes from twin 100Ah AGM batteries with a full battery management system. There’s a CTEK DC-DC 10A charger and twin Anderson plugs for both vehicular and solar charging. There are USB and 12V sockets where you need them, and plenty of lighting, too. Small 240V gadgets are run from a 900W Victron inverter.

TOUGH EXTERIOR, SOFT CENTRESkamper Kampers say, “camping in our great country just got easier. The Dingo Ultimate by Skamper is a quick and easy to use forward fold hard floor camper trailer.” They’re right, and the Dingo Ultimate provides an ultimate camping environment.The crew at Skamper Kampers has been quick to move with the times. We’ve seen the Dingo previously and loved it, but the new Ultimate is a leader in forward fold technology.Skamper target a price sensitive range of campers with basic models right through to the Ultimate. The Dingo is the family tourer, a terrific traveller, an offroad warrior and a comfortable home base all in one. This is a rugged camper with some real points of difference. It's built on a strong galvanised chassis with ground clearance enhanced by the security of a 140L stainless steel water tank, fully enclosed within the deep camper body. It features a fully redefined kitchen, a terrific rear pole storage allowing extended internal area, full battery management system with inverter and built-in instantaneous hot water system. There's also a large pantry, more storage than we thought possible and a tent with a large footprint and plenty of sensible add ons.The Dingo Ultimate is tough and rugged, but also has a softer side with a host of creature comforts. There’s room for a large family with the Queen bed, convertible dinette and a separate kids room. That's not to mention shade, protection and even a large ensuite. It’s got the power, the weight, the skill and the comfort – what more could you ask at well under $30k?

WORDS EMMA RYAN

WORDS JOHN 'BEAR' WILLIS

TRAILER Tare 1680kgATM 2200kgSuspension Independent coil spring with shocksBrakes 12in electric Coupling McHitch offroad Chassis 100x50x4mmDrawbar 100x50x4mmBody SteelWheel/tyre 265/75 r16 mud tyresStyle Forward fold hard floor

DIMENSIONS Box size 2100x1800mm Length 5.6m (hitch to tail lights)

ACCESSORIESWater 140L with electric pumpKitchen Stainless steel with separate fridge slide Battery 2x100Ah

PRICE AS SHOWN $27,000

SKAMPER KAMPER DINGO ULTIMATE

CTA SPECS

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“I ESPECIALLY LOVED THE KITCHEN, AN EXCEPTIONAL LEVEL OF STORAGE FOR A

STYLE OF CAMPER NOT KNOWN FOR IT WITH MASSIVE PANTRY DRAWERS AND

DEEP UNDER SINK STORAGE COMPARTMENTS TOO” - EMMA RYAN

Bucking the trend, the Dingo Ultimatehas an incredibly spacious kitchen

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GET AWAY FROM IT ALLLike its canine namesake, the Dingo Ultimate is well equipped for time spent alone in the bush, far from civilisation. It has a big 140L stainless steel water tank, built into the body of the camper to prevent damage on the tracks. This water storage can be supplemented by two jerries, with inbuilt holders, for a total of 180L of water capacity. There are also two 4kg gas bottle holders, which are plumbed through to the stove and the instantaneous gas hot water service that feeds the kitchen and the shower – another must have when it comes to multi day off the grid adventures, at least in my book. Power comes from twin 100Ah AGM batteries with a full battery management system. There’s a CTEK DC-DC 10A charger and twin Anderson plugs for both vehicular and solar charging. There are USB and 12V sockets where you need them, and plenty of lighting, too. Small 240V gadgets are run from a 900W Victron inverter.

TOUGH EXTERIOR, SOFT CENTRESkamper Kampers say, “camping in our great country just got easier. The Dingo Ultimate by Skamper is a quick and easy to use forward fold hard floor camper trailer.” They’re right, and the Dingo Ultimate provides an ultimate camping environment.The crew at Skamper Kampers has been quick to move with the times. We’ve seen the Dingo previously and loved it, but the new Ultimate is a leader in forward fold technology.Skamper target a price sensitive range of campers with basic models right through to the Ultimate. The Dingo is the family tourer, a terrific traveller, an offroad warrior and a comfortable home base all in one. This is a rugged camper with some real points of difference. It's built on a strong galvanised chassis with ground clearance enhanced by the security of a 140L stainless steel water tank, fully enclosed within the deep camper body. It features a fully redefined kitchen, a terrific rear pole storage allowing extended internal area, full battery management system with inverter and built-in instantaneous hot water system. There's also a large pantry, more storage than we thought possible and a tent with a large footprint and plenty of sensible add ons.The Dingo Ultimate is tough and rugged, but also has a softer side with a host of creature comforts. There’s room for a large family with the Queen bed, convertible dinette and a separate kids room. That's not to mention shade, protection and even a large ensuite. It’s got the power, the weight, the skill and the comfort – what more could you ask at well under $30k?

WORDS EMMA RYAN

WORDS JOHN 'BEAR' WILLIS

TRAILER Tare 1680kgATM 2200kgSuspension Independent coil spring with shocksBrakes 12in electric Coupling McHitch offroad Chassis 100x50x4mmDrawbar 100x50x4mmBody SteelWheel/tyre 265/75 r16 mud tyresStyle Forward fold hard floor

DIMENSIONS Box size 2100x1800mm Length 5.6m (hitch to tail lights)

ACCESSORIESWater 140L with electric pumpKitchen Stainless steel with separate fridge slide Battery 2x100Ah

PRICE AS SHOWN $27,000

SKAMPER KAMPER DINGO ULTIMATE

CTA SPECS

campertraileraustralia.com.au More pictures Compare campers

“I ESPECIALLY LOVED THE KITCHEN, AN EXCEPTIONAL LEVEL OF STORAGE FOR A

STYLE OF CAMPER NOT KNOWN FOR IT WITH MASSIVE PANTRY DRAWERS AND

DEEP UNDER SINK STORAGE COMPARTMENTS TOO” - EMMA RYAN

Bucking the trend, the Dingo Ultimatehas an incredibly spacious kitchen

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1. FIT FOR INTENDED PURPOSE

2. INNOVATION

3. BUSHABILITY

4. QUALITY OF FINISH

5. BUILD QUALITY

6. OFFROAD-ABILITY

7. COMFORTS

8. EASE OF USE

9. VALUE FOR MONEY

10. X-FACTOR

DAVID COOK JOHN WILLISEMMA RYAN DAN EVERETTCTA RATINGS

SKAMPER KAMPERS DINGO ULTIMATE

TOUGH AND TESTEDThe Skamper Kampers Dingo Ultimate is hands down one of the biggest forward folds on the market. It’s an absolute beast in every direction and weighs in at an almost eye-watering 1680kg. You’d almost forgive Skamper if they wiped their hands and gave up any attempts at offroad-ability, but they’ve actually done the opposite. Starting from the bottom they’ve decked the Dingo Ultimate out with a one piece chassis. From the McHitch offroad couple right through to the LED tail

lights the Dingo Ultimate rests on 100x50x4mm chassis rails. That means no step ups to get caught, and no pivot points as stress risers. It runs

Skampers' typical independent suspension arrangement, with Aussie springs and shocks on both sides. The whole affair has been hot-dip galvanised, with the underside of the body coated to protect against chips.

There’s been no timber used throughout any of the camper’s construction, and Skamper have gone to great lengths to ensure you

can wail on it from sun up to sun down. There’s no external lines or hoses underneath, the water tank has been designed inside the body itself, and even

the stabiliser legs have been mounted up high away from damage. Sure, it’s heavier than a midnight screening of Schindler’s List, but it’s built to be tough. You could almost wash it with a sand blaster and a sledge hammer. If you’ve got a tow tug with serious grunt and aren’t scared to bury your right foot, Skamper Kampers' Dingo Ultimate could be the tank you’ve been looking for. CTA

SKAMPER KAMPERS DINGO ULTIMATE

$15,000 - $30,000

WORDS DAN EVERETT

Generous living space createsa haven at the day's endSet up a home away from home

Factory/Showroom Corner Moonbi & Deakin Streets, Brendale (Brisbane) Qld

(07) 3881 1903 www.aussieswag.com.au

7170

1. FIT FOR INTENDED PURPOSE

2. INNOVATION

3. BUSHABILITY

4. QUALITY OF FINISH

5. BUILD QUALITY

6. OFFROAD-ABILITY

7. COMFORTS

8. EASE OF USE

9. VALUE FOR MONEY

10. X-FACTOR

DAVID COOK JOHN WILLISEMMA RYAN DAN EVERETTCTA RATINGS

SKAMPER KAMPERS DINGO ULTIMATE

TOUGH AND TESTEDThe Skamper Kampers Dingo Ultimate is hands down one of the biggest forward folds on the market. It’s an absolute beast in every direction and weighs in at an almost eye-watering 1680kg. You’d almost forgive Skamper if they wiped their hands and gave up any attempts at offroad-ability, but they’ve actually done the opposite. Starting from the bottom they’ve decked the Dingo Ultimate out with a one piece chassis. From the McHitch offroad couple right through to the LED tail

lights the Dingo Ultimate rests on 100x50x4mm chassis rails. That means no step ups to get caught, and no pivot points as stress risers. It runs

Skampers' typical independent suspension arrangement, with Aussie springs and shocks on both sides. The whole affair has been hot-dip galvanised, with the underside of the body coated to protect against chips.

There’s been no timber used throughout any of the camper’s construction, and Skamper have gone to great lengths to ensure you

can wail on it from sun up to sun down. There’s no external lines or hoses underneath, the water tank has been designed inside the body itself, and even

the stabiliser legs have been mounted up high away from damage. Sure, it’s heavier than a midnight screening of Schindler’s List, but it’s built to be tough. You could almost wash it with a sand blaster and a sledge hammer. If you’ve got a tow tug with serious grunt and aren’t scared to bury your right foot, Skamper Kampers' Dingo Ultimate could be the tank you’ve been looking for. CTA

SKAMPER KAMPERS DINGO ULTIMATE

$15,000 - $30,000

WORDS DAN EVERETT

Generous living space createsa haven at the day's endSet up a home away from home

Factory/Showroom Corner Moonbi & Deakin Streets, Brendale (Brisbane) Qld

(07) 3881 1903 www.aussieswag.com.au

• Galvanised Continuous Chassis 100 x 50 x 4mm

• 5-year Structural Warranty on Chassis• Australian Made Adjustable Heavy Duty

Independent Suspension with Variable Rate Coil Springs (Exclusively Designed for Skamper Kampers)

• Australian Made Dual Shock Absorbers• 12” Electric Brakes with Hand Brake• 2-Tonne SKF German Bearings• 16” Black Steel Wheels• 6 Stud Land Cruiser Pattern• 16” Mud Tyres• McHitch 3.5 Tonne 360 Off Road

Coupling• Underbody Wind Down Mounted Spare• Large Rear Storage Boxes• Rear Storage Draw with Exterior/

Interior Access• Rear Pole Box• Solid Stone Guard with clever hinged

corners for easy access to gas bottle• Ark Heavy Duty swing up Twin Jockey

Wheel• 2 x Jerry Can Holders• 2 x 4kg Gas Holders • Fridge Slide• Premium Slide Out U-Shaped Kitchen

with Pantry• Dometic Easy Clean 3 Burner Stove

with Glass Top and Piezo Ignition• Stainless Steel Sink with Single Tap• On Demand Instantaneous Gas Hot

Water System, with a Digital Control Panel to Control Water Temperature

• Shower Attachment on Drawbar• Ensuite Room with Removable Floor• Fully Enclosed Annex with Floor and

Draft Skirt• Shower Head and Hose• 140L Internal Stainless Steel Water

Tank

• Electric Water Pump (4L/Minute)• Water Gauge• 4 x Drop Down Adjustable Stabilizer

Legs• Led Tail and Clearance Lights• 2 x 100AH AGM Batteries with Full

Battery Management System• CTEK MXS10 Charger• Victron Inverter • CTEK DC-DC D25OSA Charger, 12V

25A Charger, 5 Stage (own charging plant)

• Digital System Monitor• 2 x Anderson Plugs: For Car or Solar

Charging• 5 x 12 Volt Sockets• 2 x USB Sockets• 12 Volt Fridge Socket & Electric Fan in

Fridge Compartment• Slumberest Inner Spring Queen Size

Mattress (Pocket Spring Feature)• 6 Seat Lounge which Converts to

Double Bed, Easy Clean Leatherette with Cushions All Around

• Touring Awning with an Easy 3 Pole Setup

• Full Metal Interior• Adjustable Dining Table which Converts

to a Double Bed• 4 Storage Compartments Under

Lounge Area • 15 Ounce Heavy Duty Canvas (65%

Poly, 35% Cotton with German Core Spun Thread)

• Detachable Annex Roof Walls and Floor• Tropical Roof• LED Lights in Annex, Bedroom and

Lounge Area• Poles Ropes and Pegs• External Dimensions: 5.6m Long x 1.9m

Wide x 1.42m High • Tare Weight 1680kg (ATM 2200kg)

Specifications and Standard FeaturesULTIMATE

WINNER

NSW Head Office/Showroom 13 Pullman Place, Emu Plains NSW 2750 Phone: (02) 4735 4444 Fax: (02) 4735 4744 sales@skamper.com.au

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MELBOURNE Branch/Showroom 308 South Gippsland Highway Dandenong South VIC 3175 Phone: (03) 9798 0751 Fax: (03) 9799 3010 melb@skamper.com.au

QUEENSLAND Branch/Showroom 21 Moss Street, Slacks Creek QLD 4127 Phone: (07) 3290 2677 Fax: (07) 3290 2699 brisbane@skamper.com.au

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Skamper Kampers reserves the right to change/replace/delete specifications or features. Some photographs may show accessories that are not included in the standard price.

NSW Head Office/Showroom 13 Pullman Place, Emu Plains NSW 2750 Phone: (02) 4735 4444 Fax: (02) 4735 4744 sales@skamper.com.au

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INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION NSW

MELBOURNE Branch/Showroom 308 South Gippsland Highway Dandenong South VIC 3175 Phone: (03) 9798 0751 Fax: (03) 9799 3010 melb@skamper.com.au

QUEENSLAND Branch/Showroom 21 Moss Street, Slacks Creek QLD 4127 Phone: (07) 3290 2677 Fax: (07) 3290 2699 brisbane@skamper.com.au

AUSTRALIA WIDE DELIVERY AVAILABLEI

Skamper Kampers reserves the right to change/replace/delete specifications or features. Some photographs may show accessories that are not included in the standard price.

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Motor Dealer License Number: 033140

NSW Head Office / Showroom 13 Pullman Place, Emu Plains, NSW, 2750

Phone: (02) 4735 4444 Fax: (02) 4735 4744

Email: sales@skamper.com.au

Victoria Branch / Showroom 308 South Gippsland Hwy, Dandenong Sth, VIC, 3175

Phone: (03) 9798 0751 Fax: (03) 9799 3010

Email: melb@skamper.com.au

Queesland Branch / Showroom 21 Moss Street, Slacks Creek, QLD, 4127

Phone: (07) 3290 2677 Fax: (07) 3290 2699

Email: brisbane@skamper.com.au

South Australia Branch / Showroom 27 Light Crescent, Mt Barket, SA, 5251

Email: adelaide@skamper.com.au

NSW Head Office/Showroom 13 Pullman Place, Emu Plains NSW 2750 Phone: (02) 4735 4444 Fax: (02) 4735 4744 sales@skamper.com.au

Maps are schematic only and not to scale.

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INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION NSW

MELBOURNE Branch/Showroom 308 South Gippsland Highway Dandenong South VIC 3175 Phone: (03) 9798 0751 Fax: (03) 9799 3010 melb@skamper.com.au

QUEENSLAND Branch/Showroom 21 Moss Street, Slacks Creek QLD 4127 Phone: (07) 3290 2677 Fax: (07) 3290 2699 brisbane@skamper.com.au

AUSTRALIA WIDE DELIVERY AVAILABLEI

Skamper Kampers reserves the right to change/replace/delete specifications or features. Some photographs may show accessories that are not included in the standard price.

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