Why People in Australia are ditching big caravans for their smaller alternative. The Off-Road Teardrop Camper
For many years, the classic Australian road trip has been defined by spending hours stuck behind a bulky caravan being towed up a hill by an underpowered 4wd struggling to get close to the speed limit.
Skip to 2025 and times are changing. More and more Australians are ditching the large setups and moving to smaller Hybrid and Pod / Teardrop campers due to their size and weight advantages, while allowing the ability to explore further.
Here’s why a growing number of Australians are moving to Off-Road Teardrop campers like our CANNING.
1. Lightweight and easy to tow
One of the biggest reasons Australians are turning to the big caravan’s smaller alternative is how easy they are to tow. In the case of our CANNING with a tare from 840KG and an ATM of 1600kg most standard SUV’s can tow it with ease. They also tuck in behind the tow vehicle nicely rather than being a huge air brake behind meaning fuel economy is also much better.
2. Access to remote locations
Big caravans can mean big limitations, especially when some of the most scenic campsites are well off the beaten track. Off-Road Teardrop campers in Australia are compact and capable. In the Case of our Australian Made Canning it has been designed specifically for Australian Off-Road conditions so whether you are heading to K’gari, across the Simpson or into the Vic high country you can be assured the CANNING is built to handle it.
3. Zero-Set up
One of the Joys of the CANNING and many Off-Road Teardrops in Australia is you can enjoy little to no setup. When you arrive at camp after a hard day’s driving, your bed is already made and kitchen prepared for a cook up. If you have already eaten, you can hop straight into your bed and get some well-earned rest.
4. Modern Comforts in a compact space
Don’t be fooled by the size, part of the design in Off-Road Teardrops is to maximise what is available in a small space. In the case of our CANNING, You have your Bed, Kitchen, Shower, Hot Water, Fridge and over 1300L of storage all with in a camper that has an overall length of just 5.19 metres
5. Easier Storage
One issue for many Australians is storage space.
With big caravans comes big room required to park it. For many Australians who live in metro areas this simply isn’t possible so in comes the off-site storage fees. With the Canning Off-Road Teardrop, we have a total height of 2.1 Metres when in storage mode meaning you will fit the camper in most regular garages and carports.
Ready to Join the Teardrop Movement?
If you’re ready to experience the freedom of travel in a compact size it might be time to explore your own Australian Teardrop Camper. Our campers are designed for off-road adventures, with all the features you need and nothing you don’t. The future of camping is smaller, smarter, and a whole lot more fun.