SWISS ARMY KNIFE
Opus have made a name for themselves on the Aussie camper trailer market with their innovative inflatable tent sections. This easy set-up idea was inspired by the founders observing inflatable field hospitals while serving in the military.
Opus introduced their campers in 2012 and launched the hybrid range in 2020. The motivation for joining the hybrid segment was simple — Opus found that many of their customers entered the RV market with a camper trailer, enjoyed it so much and then wanted to step up to a hybrid.
WHAT’S IN A HYBRID
Those just starting their homework may ask what is the difference between a camper and a hybrid — and a caravan for that matter? Campers are trailers with a tent section in the top half that packs down very low for easy towing. Campers lean strongly towards outdoor living and are often designed to cope with extreme, tight, offroad conditions. At the other end of the spectrum, caravans have fixed, full height walls and a much greater emphasis on internal living due to the space available. Being taller and heavier, caravans are less suited to extreme offroad conditions. Hybrids sit between the two.
As a general rule, hybrids have solid walls to about three quarter height, with the last quarter achieved with a pop top roof. They often (but not always) have sleeping quarters that pop out in some shape or form. They also feature slide out kitchen and storage facilities. Hybrids are a blend of utilitarian function and surprising luxury. They really are the Swiss army knife of the RV market.
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