Camper Trolley – Caravan Mover Review
I have written articles about towing in the past, but to be honest it is a topic that often leaves me frustrated especially with tight maneuvering. So for some time I have considered buying a caravan mover and have researched many different models. I was looking for a motorised unit so I discounted any that required even a limited amount of manual labour!
Of all the caravan movers on the market today, nothing grabbed my attention more so than the CamperTrolley by Mover Technology of Denmark. This small, well engineered, self contained unit has the power to move anything up to 1500 kg at about 9 metres per minute – now that’s a nice controllable speed.
At first glance the CamperTrolley doesn’t look able to shift 500 kg let alone 1500 kg, but has this baby got grunt! It is driven by two planetary geared DC motors – one on each side. The motors are powered by a compact on-board 14.4 volt lithium ION battery and drive via two rugged industrial quality rubber tracks.
The fully charged battery provides enough power for up to 30 minutes and is quickly re-charged via the included battery charger or from an innovative solar panel positioned permanently on the top of the unit. Control of the unit is via a ‘simple to operate’ hand-held wireless remote that is matched to your unit (so no driving other camper’s rigs off site in the middle of the night!).
I suppose what convinced me most is that the CamperTrolley is portable and relatively light-weight (16 and a bit kilos). No problems with dirt or moisture on your travels unlike other permanently fixed units. It comes with a sturdy travel bag. It also fits to both 100×50 mm and 150x50mm box chassis without any welding or drilling for bolt holes. One quick-fit clamp system and you’re away. The clamp can be safely left permanently attached. The CamperTrolley attaches to the clamp in another easy manner – no bolts, just a flip-pin securing it.
In operation the unit is smooth and steady and direction change is accomplished by stopping one track and running the other via remote – simple!
I took some video of my unit moving our pop-top camper out of the garage, doing a 180 degree turn and then returning to the garage. The quality of the video is not top-notch but it is real world stuff and will give you a good idea of the performance of the CamperTrolley. You also have to remember that I am still learning the ropes, simple though it is! Although the video has been edited down to just over three minutes, I was running the unit around for over 20 minutes and there was no noticeable loss of battery power. The video is available on YouTube or here. Don’t forget to check out the related videos on YouTube (or at the end of this video). There is more CamperTrolley information there.
For my money it’s the CamperTrolley. It’s portable, versatile, and when you compare the cost to other movers, value for money. My wife and I like it so much we have even given it a name – “Trevor” – “Trevor the Trolley”!
You can see more information and videos at CamperTrolley Australia
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11 Responses to “Camper Trolley – Caravan Mover Review”
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Where can you buys these caravan movers from? I want to stock this item as ive heard so many positive reviews.
Is there just one model and how much are they?
Thanks
Paul,
They are manufactured in Denmark. If you do a Google for CamperTrolley it will take you to their site. Not sure about their distribution network in the UK.
Here in Australia I paid retail $2500 Australian. I am very pleased with the unit. Best of luck.
Terry
I have also had this unit tried and tested on my swift and it works so well we are now stocking them in the UK and shipping worldwide.
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Brian
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This is by far the best caravan accessories I've seen for solving the old problem of moving your caravan. I have been silly enough to move my caravan by hand for the past 20 years.
And I wonder why my back is playing up…
Great product that should be investigated. You can find all relevant info on the camper trolley CT 1500 and the camper trolley CT 2200 Here… http://www.caravan-club.net
I bought one and it is brilliant, I have a small yard And it is quite simply a godsend for turning my 16ft Jayco around.
Oddly enough we also named ours – Thomas (Thomas the tank)
Hi Huys.
Is anyone able to tell me where I am able to get these from. We are currently looking to stock them and I am so far unable to find a contact. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Many Thanks.
@ Matthew
I was going to recommend the manufacturer's web site in Denmark but cannot find any trace. I have emailed the distributor here in Australia – maybe he can help.
A quick update on this. I spoke with the Australian distributor yesterday and he assures me that all is well with the Camper Trolley and he is still receiving stock. The original company has apparently sold on to a larger Danish company who are obviously in the throes of getting organised. They hope to have a web site presence up soon.
Has anyone tried a camper trolley over flat lawn ie.backyard. The surface is quite firm underneath and wondered if it will work on this surface?
Steve, it should be no problem. I have seen other videos of it running around on grass. I have even seen it running around sand dunes. I run mine on exposed aggregate concrete so surface firmness is not an issue.
Thanks for the feedback.