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04/9/2013 at 8:43am
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Can you fine people please explain to me pros and cons of a dual axle van against a single axle set up please ??

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04/9/2013 at 10:32am
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Hi - when I was trying to make the same decision, I found the info here pretty useful http://www.caravanclub.co.uk/media/22441/thinking%20of%20buying%20a%20touring%20caravan.pdf (I think on pages 5&6 mostly).  Hope it's helpful?


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If you mean a modern caravan its simply that they are bigger, ie if you want the biggest possible caravan it will be a twin axle. Twin axle 'vans of similar size to single axles were made in the 80s but pointless buying one as you have the extra expense of buying 4 tyres which you would probably need to do if buying an old one off ebay for example.

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04/9/2013 at 1:07pm
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Our twin axle 'van is excellent to tow and extremely spacious and comfortable when pitched. You do need a motor mover to manoeuvre it into some tight spots though.


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Many thanks for taking the time to reply.

Paul


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05/9/2013 at 9:11pm
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Hi Paul, It basically depends on what towcar you are using. If you have a suitable, large towcar possibly a 4X4 I would easily recommend a twin axle but as always check the weight of the fully loaded caravan first.We have had many caravans, mostly twin axles but two years ago bought a Single axle Bessacarr Cameo 495 and it towed fine.Changed it recently for another twin axle Bessacarr 645 as we liked the Island bed layout.(We checked the Island bed layout on a few Single axles but thought they were a bit tight on space). Agree with Al& Mel regarding movers, good idea.Arguably, the dual axle possibly tow a little more stable on dual carraigeways and motorways, but again this depends on the towcar....



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