best offroad van Page 26

"Best off-road van" is like asking for the best flavour of meat pie - it depends where you are headed and how rough the pastry (er, track) gets.

Look for a strong chassis, proper off-road independent suspension, ample ground clearance, serious dust sealing, and a payload that still makes sense after water, gas, and recovery gear.

Reputable Aussie names include Kedron, Bushtracker, Zone RV, and Jayco All-Terrain; all build tough vans, but they trade blows on weight, price, and finish.

Big batteries, rooftop solar, dual water tanks and a decent compressor fridge turn remote camps from "character-building" to civilised.

Before buying, check ATM/GVM margins, warranty support in the bush, and actually weigh your kit - nothing off-road about snapping a spring 200 km from anywhere.