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Campers can never get enough of their Overlanding cravings and off-the-grid camping adventures. There are so many great options available in the market that can help you get the best out of your camping trip, but there are always some strings attached.
You could tow a caravan or drive a motorhome to your favorite off-road site or mountainous landscapes, but these machines are too big in size, tough to maneuver, and require huge generators for power.
You need something that is compact in size, capable of tackling any kind of terrain or off-road trail, has respectable storage, and substantial utility to make your trip memorable and practical.
Conqueror has recently launched an off-road caravan, the Conqueror UEV-490, which ticks all these boxes and offers superb off-roading and Overlanding capabilities. Let’s go through some of the features and specifications of the Conqueror UEV-490, and understand what makes it so good for off-the-grid camping.
Table of Contents
- Rugged Chassis and Suspension
- Storage and Amenities
- Water Supply
- Entertainment
- Comfortable Living
- Recommended Gear
Conqueror UEV-490 Features and Specifications
The Conqueror UEV-490 is a highly capable off-roader, thanks to its state-of-the-art manufacturing, superb mechanical features, and off-road capabilities, it doesn’t let even the most hardcore off-roaders down.
Below is a summary of some of the best features this off-road trailer has to offer.
Rugged Chassis and Suspension
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To tackle the unforgiving terrain and harsh conditions of off-roading, the chassis, suspension, and other mechanical parts in your camper ought to be robust. Fortunately, the Conqueror UEV-490 has exactly what you require for dependable off-roading.
Based on an alloy of high-strength steel and aluminum galvanized chassis, it offers superb rigidity and weight reduction. It also has independent suspension, two front stabilizer arms and two rear adjustable stabilizers, and a robust DO35 off-road hitch.
With 16” alloy wheels, mud terrain tires, heavy-duty shock absorbers, and airbags with bump stop, you can go virtually anywhere without breaking a sweat. It also has high lift jacking points, a spare tire, and an onboard air compressor to back you up when things get a little crazy on the trail.
In other words, the first impression of this rig’s off-road capabilities is that it can go virtually anywhere you want!
Storage and Amenities
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The Conqueror UEV-490 has respectable storage for all your luggage and accessories. There is a huge powder-coated front storage box, two external storage cupboards that can be locked, a pantry with dual access, and a heavy-duty rear body tray with multiple tie-down eyelets for securing your gear.
Inside, there are nine different cupboards with canvas doors and added shelving storage as well as a total of 18 tie-down points and canvas storage pockets.
For fuel, you get two jerry cans and a dedicated powder-coated gas bottle storage for up to two 9kg gas bottles.
Amenities include a slide-out kitchen with a two-burner Dometic gas cooktop with direct gas connection to the trailer, purpose-built storage for cutlery, a slidable bar table with an extension leg, and an 82L SnoMaster remote-controlled fridge.
Water Supply
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The Conqueror UEV-490 has a 150L water tank with a lockable cap and water flow meter. To ensure a suitable supply and pressure, a motorized water pump with a charcoal filter is added.
You can also enjoy hot water with an onboard gas hot water unit and separate water taps. There is a separate quick-release rear shower tent added for the ease of the users and a separate bathroom unit with an awning and a light source. No one said that off-the-grid camping had to be rough! With the UEV-490, you get a rig that’s ultra-capable on the trail and offers loads of amenities that make camp life so much better.
Entertainment
To keep you entertained and make your Overlanding trip fun, the Conqueror UEV-490 is equipped with a high resolution 19″ media player screen that supports DVD and USB. A 4-speaker surround sound system and a Bluetooth stereo make sure that your music is never dull.
Comfortable Living
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The most important purpose of a camper is to provide a comfortable sleeping and sitting area. The Conqueror UEV-490 has tons of these amenities with added security to make sure that you live and sleep comfortably on your trips.
These include a rip-stop canvas pop-top for weather protection, complete awning walls for both sides including Smart Numbering, and an EggShell Memory Foam Mattress. There’s also couches for comfortable seating. A tropical fly for the front bed is also added and the walls are insulated for added comfort.
All the openings have midge-proof netting on all openings to ensure your safety and privacy. With all these features and options, there is nothing that comes close to the Conqueror UEV-490 in making your camping trips both fun and comfortable.
With that, you have all the first impressions of this incredible machine. Obviously, I’m extremely impressed with this trailer inside and out. This is simply one of the best off-road trailers I’ve seen! Head over to Conqueror 4×4 to learn more about this awesome rig!
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