The name says it all: Crusader’s XCountry Extreme is one tough son of a gun built to explore the far reaches of our great land. It will get you in and out of Australia’s perfect campsites over rugged off-road terrain. It will then reveal its soft side with luxury appointments, plenty of creature comforts, a host of innovative facilities, and mobile entertainment.

Crusader says, “Surround yourself amongst nature, enjoy the sounds of the bellbirds and the warble of wildlife, as you find inner peace in Australia’s most spectacular destinations without sacrificing your own comfortable lifestyle.” The XCountry encourages great adventure for those considering advanced expeditions in our often harsh but always exciting country.

Strong Foundations

Standard features include Cruisemaster airbag suspension and composite construction for durability

For any such adventure, you need to start with strong foundations, and to that end, Crusader has manufactured an exceptionally robust 6” hot-dipped galvanised 450MPa box steel chassis with extended 6” A-frame drawbar, signature drawbar shroud, and stone protectors. It’s all riding on premium tandem Tuffride 3.7 tonne fully independent swing arm suspension featuring dual gas shock absorbers and airbags on each wheel, allowing the ultimate adjustable riding characteristics no matter the terrain and self-levelling for undulating campsites. This all transitions through 12” electrically activated hydraulic disc brakes with breakaway system and down to 17 x 265 all-terrain tyres on strong yet visually attractive alloy mag wheels.

The XCountry Extreme sits high on the bucket list of capable off-road caravans. It supplies around 21’ (6.241 metres) of internal capacity with an average tare weight of 2795kg and an ATM of 3500kg, placing it well into one of the most popular segments of the Australian touring market. It boasts the strength, capability, design, construction, and fit-out to suit some very serious touring, and our demonstration unit was configured to comfortably supply the needs of an adventurous couple.

Crusader also offers a smaller, single-axle version of the XCountry. Both models utilise the strong, attractive, and insulated Crusader body shell, with a 42 mm single-span composite floor providing secure underbody protection. Plus, a one-piece hail-resistant roof combined with beautiful, smooth-sided Alupanel skins for great looks in all conditions.

This is a striking caravan with smart lines, some rugged features, and an attractive black, white, and grey external demeanor accentuated by stylish mag wheels, black checkerplate armor, and modern Euro style tinted insulated windows, including a forward-facing unit in the bedroom complete with travel shield. The decals and colour highlights show a sense of exciting but tasteful flare allowing the premium materials, design and workmanship to entice.

The added length accommodates armour plate, firewood storage, and a gen slide with this off-road model

Extended Drawbar

Out in front the extended “Signature” branded drawbar boasts a recessed DO35 off-road towing coupling for total confidence. There’s an ALKO sidewinder jockey wheel, twin 9kg gas bottles, a pressurised and shrouded freshwater outlet, and a full-width toolbox complete with jerry can holders and generator/BBQ slides, plus a mesh-style stone shield, wood rack, and bar light.

In the front of the main body is a cavernous full width boot with the road side of the van featuring a lockable security mesh door, a full length awning, fold out picnic table, an array of LED lighting including the illuminated entry, entertainment console with 240/12/USB and aerial outlets plus a pair of marine speakers to rock the campsite.

Out back is a strong galvanised bumper bar on 4 support posts with a spare wheel mount, large LED trailer lighting and a reversing camera. The roadside looks as good as the kerb side with its lockable service and ventilation points, 240-volt inlet with circuit breakers, pull-out hot/cold shower, and two 120 Ah lithium batteries securely mounted in tough boxes to the chassis. There are skid bar wear points front and rear, and strong tow points just in case of an off-road surprise. Underneath the plumbing and wiring is neatly routed, and the twin 95-litre water tanks and 95L grey water are well protected and include a washout valve. There’s also a mains pressure link, digital monitoring, and a gas/electric hot water system.

Watts Up Top?

The XCountry Extreme combines striking exterior design with practical elegance, but is capable of rugged landscapes

Overhead, you'll find a plethora of equipment, including three 170-watt solar panels, a digital TV aerial, a pressure vent, and large ceiling hatches, some with lights and fans. You’ll be grateful for the reverse-cycle air conditioner.

Entry is easy with a single slide-out step, plus illuminated handle and stair lighting. Once inside, the layout radiates sophistication with relaxed luxury, with rear door and ensuite, kitchen, and café-style genuine leather dinette, plus a fully enclosed bedroom up front. It's simply bathed in natural light, enhanced by sensible mood lighting options.

The XCountry Extreme displays a beautiful combination of premium aesthetics, accessories, function, and finishes with an attractive array of gloss white and light grey cabinetry with soft-close drawers and brushed chrome fittings, plush charcoal leather upholstery with gloss splashbacks and bench tops offset by a wood-grained floor. There’s a plethora of overhead cabinets that feature strong piano hinges and dual gas struts, fully CNC-cut furniture throughout, and metal drawers that will serve for a lifetime.

The XCountry Extreme features a boutique-style ensuite with a mirrored vanity to complete the serene retreat

The ensuite features a full height molded shower, a front load washing machine with a large porcelain vanity with flip mixer all set in some really practical cabinetry complete with twin dressing mirrors with shaving cabinets, plus of course the cartridge toilet with plenty of elbow room, venting and lighting options.

Close Your Eyes and Feel the Quality

I just love the feel and comfort of the leather dinette with its grandeur style café seating that is thickly padded and warmly upholstered and features fold-out bolsters and a tri-fold table. Opposite is a spacious kitchen with rolled benchtops, recessed 4 burner cooktop (3 x gas, 1 x electric) with grill, fan forced oven and microwave, 12V Rangehood and the tropical rated 218 litre compressor fridge/freezer. You will be impressed with the array of versatile cabinetry with deep drawers and a large stacker-style pantry. There’s a stainless steel sink including a h/c mixer, a wide drain, and a freshwater outlet with plenty of light from a backdrop window. Tall campers will enjoy the full height (80”) head clearance, creating even more grandeur.

The XCountry Extreme features unparalleled luxury with designer-selected upholstery

In my opinion, Crusader has perfected their bedroom layout featuring a Queen bed with a pillow top mattress on a slatted base, loads of storage beneath, an upholstered bedhead, plus large windows on three sides with awnings and fly screens. The bed is set into an array of accommodating cabinetry, including a wardrobe and drawers, plus night nooks on either side of the bed for all your knick-knacks, with electrical outlets. You will love the overhead hatch, 12-volt fans, TV mount, and a sensible array of LED lighting that creates illumination to suit every mood and activity.

Other electrical creature comforts include LED reading lights, TV DVD combo 32" with twin wall brackets, Projecta battery management system, plenty of 240 and 12 volt outlets plus USB’s, digital TV antenna, CD/USB/Bluetooth and speakers, an external TV hutch with speakers and two internal fans plus a 2000 watt inverter. There’s even an outdoor gas outlet for a portable barbeque and gas duct heating for cold climates and desert nights.

Full-height cupboards provide plenty of storage for your journey

Perfect Haven for Off-Road Adventure

With all of these features, you have tremendous, long-range touring capability plus the services for extended off-grid camping in many of Australia's magnificent camping destinations. It’s large enough for comfortable living for extended periods but not too heavy to tow behind a large RV, plus a reasonable payload for necessities and toys.

Crusader has a company ethic of “self-worth and accountability” throughout the entire process, including quality control. Their process extends right through the manufacturing and delivery process to ensure your complete satisfaction. So, isn’t it time you took on the Crusader XCountry challenge for yourself?

Large euro-style, insulated bedroom windows combined with terrific insulation help create on and off road luxury

Specifications

Tare: 2795kg

ATM: 3500kg

Body: Insulated composite aluminium/fibreglass panel

Chassis: 6” hot dipped galvanised 450mpa box steel chassis with extended 6” A-frame drawbar

Suspension: Tandem Tuffride 3.7 tonne fully independent swing arm suspension featuring dual gas shock absorbers and airbags

Tyres: (Size and type) 17 x 235 All-terrain

Sleeps: 2

Water Capacity: 2 x 95ltr with electric water pump

Battery & Charger: 2 X 120 Ah lithium batteries, 3 X 170-watt solar panels, Projecta BMS

Fridge: 218-litre compressor fridge/freezer

Cooktop: Recessed 4-burner cooktop (3 x gas, 1 x electric) with grill, fan-forced oven and microwave, and 12V Rangehood.

Hits

  • Attractive, insulated security shell

  • Terrific list of standard inclusions

  • Strong foundations and chassis

  • Tuffride independent air bag suspension

  • Solar capability and Lithium batteries

  • Off-grid capability and comfort

Misses

  • Umm?

The XCountry Extreme even has a smart external cocktail bar

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