Hi from Metalian Australia

[Metalian Australia]

Just a quick 'hi' from us - and already feel good being amongst other off-road campers! I will be posting more info in the Dealers section of the new Metalian Maxi off road camper, which is unique in the Australian market being of true monocoque design, manufactured from 3CR12 stainless steel. After three years of enhancements and testing for the Australian conditions we have just launched and are receiving very favourable feedback on the quality of design and finish. Looking forward to your feedback as well as we are applying ongoing enhancements and want to ensure that we retain the true off-road capability whilst also keeping the 'better halves' requirements in mind!
Regards,
Anton 

[sol]

G'day and welcome Anton.

     

[plusnq]

G'day and welcome to the forum.

[KingBilly]

Welcome.  I look forward to reading more about your campers.

KB

[hempo]

Welcome to the forum.  Nice looking camper, I like all of the storage pockets and especially that fold down kitchen.  When will all of the pricing, specs be available? 

How long have they been making these in South Africa? 

Cheers

[grc]

Welcome to myswag look forward to reading more about your campers


CHEERS GRC 

[Metalian Australia]

Hi Hempo - thanks for the enquiry. The Metalian Maxi Trailer base unit, (3CR12 stainless steel which includes 2100 x 1500 mm main body, 2000kg braked axle 12"off-road electric brakes, 1530kg eye-to-eye rebound springs, off-road shock absorbers, DO35 v2 coupling, 2 internal cupboards and adjustable shelves, 2 x 17 inch black alloy rims with 265/70 R17 MT tyres, container type locking bars and hinges in 304 grade S/Steel, seam sealed and powder coated exterior grade in epoxy polyester, fitted with aluminium stone guards) comes to $13,000 plus gst drive away, including 5 year warranty on the construction. The fully optioned version with the Howling Moon XT Deluxe tent and all external awnings and walls, 90 litre National Luna Fridge/freezer, dual 130ah AGM batteries, 150 litre water, swing away spare wheel, Joolca hot water system, electrical control unit for 240 / 12 v and solar, full set of caddies / canvas storage bags, gas cooker etc comes to $29,500 incl gst - onroad with 12 month NSW rego. We are convinced, base don our own experience and customers comments - that this trailer can match the best quality on the market. The first batch was launched in Australia at the beginning of the year after three years of refinement and testing and was sold unseen to customers that have done their research including numerous comments on the South African 4x4 community forum.  Please send me an email for a detailed price and options list. Regards, anton@metalian.com.au

[GGV8Cruza]

Welcome to the Forum Anton

GG

[Shaun99]

$10k cheaper than Patriot!

[hempo]

Thanks Anton, appreciate the info above.

As Shaun99 says much better priced than Patriot and what appears to be a very good alternative. 

Cheers

[Metalian Australia]

Thanks Shaun and Hempo - we might be slightly biassed but believe the build quality can match any of the competition - and exceed it in most areas. We won't be posting a direct comparison but feel free to check out both sets of specs. For instance the monocoque design gives you in excess of 2800 litres of storage space, the strength of 3CR12 stainless steel enables us to manufacture a very strong and lightweight fully off-road camper that cannot be matched by using more traditional design techniques and material. Metalian's have crossed Africa numerous time during the past five years and are extensively used by hire companies. I can post photos of what a Metalian looks like after it has flipped and the doors could still open.

Some facts for comparison - all seams are folded, sealed, bolted and puddle welded. No pop rivets are used anywhere in the construction - apart from attaching some external cover plates. The Metalian takes a 90 litre twin (fridge / freezer) National Luna fridge but can take up to an 110 Nl fridge if the optional above fridge slide isn't selected. Twin 75 litre stainless water tanks included in the price, same DO35 coupler, 12" electric off-road brakes, three 265 /70 R17 6 stud Mud Terrain tyres on alloy rims as standard, twin 130ah AGM batteries with 3 year warranty included in the price, Howling Moon XT Deluxe trailer top tent with 100mm matress, all surrounding awnings and walls plus spare bedroom and 3 ground sheets.

Two rear full extension drawers plus a top shelf drawer all on 180kg slides included. Joolca instant hot water system, wash basin and drying rack. Charging system - 12 v from vehicle, 240v and up to 160 watt solar. Full set of storage caddies with cutlery and crockery. Two 4kg gas cylinders - filled. Standard colours are white, bronze or green - but we can match the external colour of the Metalian to the colour of any vehicle based on the vehicles VIN number, or a sample of a custom colour for an additional $500. All of the above items plus more are included in the fully optioned price of $29,500 including GST and NSW rego for 12 months. Please feel free to look at the Metalain Australia Facebook site for more photos or additional information -  https://www.facebook.com/Metalian-Australia-1035437366480277/ or contact me on anton@metalian.com.ua

[wolften]

A really great camper and has all the goodies that you need.
Only one thing missing, jerry can holders...ohhh and me in it:)

[martialllaw]

Any reviews from anyone who has purchased one of these?

[woolgoolgaoffroad]

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