Off-road campervan is the most comfortable way to get exploring
- This $690,000 collaboration between Arctic Trucks and KRUG is an off-road camper unlike any other
- It’s ferocious on the outside but refined on the inside
- The triple-axle off-grid expedition vehicle is designed for the high-end adventurer in the most intensive of terrains
Published on May 23, 2024 at 8:56 PM (UTC+4)
by Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
Last updated on May 24, 2024 at 6:31 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
This $690,000 collaboration between Arctic Trucks and KRUG is an off-road camper that’s ferocious on the outside but seriously refined on the inside.
The KRUG Expedition Bedrock XT2 pairs raw power with luxury on-the-road accommodation
The triple-axle off-grid expedition vehicle is designed for the high-end adventurer.
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It has the rugged and volcanic terrain of Arctic Trucks’ Iceland home firmly in mind.
Austria-based manufacturer KRUG Expedition has also specialized in serious overland vehicles for three decades.
Their truck-based campers were designed to be off the grid long-term.
In fact, the KRUG Expedition Bedrock XT2 is one of their smaller vehicles.
Based on a Ford F-550, its platform was developed and extended to three axles by Arctic Trucks.
The result was this 8.4m (28 ft) long behemoth.
According to its creator, it’s set to be ‘the most powerful and capable travel rig that the company has ever offered’.
In fact, its 6×4 drivetrain spreads its substantial mass more evenly, making it easier to manage all types of intense terrain.
For example, there’s an optional central tire inflation system that can be operated from inside the cab.
And if you won’t be long, the living module can be taken off to off-road even harder.
However, step inside and the tables turn – elegant comfort is key.
If the weather is something you need to escape from, the cabin is highly insulated against heat and cold.
An onboard 23kW hour battery bank (topped up by the 1450 Wp solar array), allows the living experience to be completely electric.
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However, power can also be topped up via its diesel-powered HVAC system.
Forget the garish interiors you’d usually associate with an RV.
The inside of this gentle giant is fully customizable.
The base model is sumptuous, featuring a king-size bed with an additional sleeping space in the transformation dining area.
When you need refreshments, there’s a fully equipped and high-spec kitchen inside and the option for an outdoor kitchen too.
Sit down to a selection of wood veneer and leather upholstery for the interior and dine with a complete set of custom-fitted Villeroy & Bosch tableware.
Meanwhile, when you need to feel refreshed, a bathroom with a full shower, plenty of water storage, and purification equipment is an on-hand oasis.
If work encroaches on your off-road play, KRUG can also provide everything you need for the Starlink satellite-based internet system.
Alternatively, you can sit back and stream content from the twin Smart TV set-up and binge from the great beyond.
Upgraded aircon and underfloor heating are options depending on where you are and the climate you’re in.
And when you want to explore, a hydraulic bike lift is on hand so you can jump on two wheels and go.
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All Supercar Blondie contributors undergo editorial review and fact-checking to ensure accuracy and authority in automotive journalism. After gaining her BA Hons in French and English at the University of Nottingham, Amelia embarked on a vocational diploma from the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ). This led to numerous opportunities, from interning at Vogue to being on the small team that launched Women’s Health magazine in the UK, which was named the PPA Consumer magazine of the year for three years running. As Health, Beauty and Fitness editor, Amelia personally received a Johnson & Johnson Award and was shortlisted for both PPA and BSME titles. Since then, Amelia has created content for numerous titles and brands, including the Telegraph, 111 Skin, Waitrose, Red magazine, Stylist, and Elle, as well as being Head of Content at Vitality and Editor in Chief at INLondon magazine. “My superpower is translating technical jargon about the mechanical workings of a supercar into a relatable story you’ll want to share with your friends after you’ve read it.” After joining the SB Media family as a senior journalist in September of 2023, Amelia’s role has evolved to see her heading up the SEO output of the editorial team. From researching the most ‘Google-able’ key terms to producing evergreen content - it’s been a time of hard work, growth, and success for the editorial team and the Supercar Blondie website. “I like to think of myself as a ‘method journalist’. In other words: I live and breathe whatever I am writing about. When writing about fitness, I trained as a personal trainer, and as a beauty editor, I completed an ‘expert’ in scent diploma with the Fragrance Foundation. “During my tenure at Supercar Blondie, however, I did something I never thought possible: I passed my driving test at the age of 36. One day I’d love to train as a mechanic to better understand what happens under the hood, too. “My sweet spot is providing readers with a ‘takeaway’ (read: something new they didn’t know before) after reading every one of my stories. While I don’t claim to be an expert in the automotive world, I know the experts and bodies in the field to rely on to provide our readers with an informative and thought-provoking story every time they visit the site.”
