KEDRON TE5 Topender Review

Struggling to find the right off road caravan, The KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ off roader has sizes to fit many needs, 21, 23 or 24 feet. This blog will walk you through its features and benefits so you can make a decision.

Quick Facts

• The KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ has 3 sizes: 21, 23 and 24 feet for all your adventure needs.
• It has a robust solar power system with 1120 watts of panels and a 400 amp lithium battery for off-grid travel.
• Hot-dipped galvanised chassis and KRS independent suspension, it’s built tough for the Australian outback.
• Luxurious interiors; queen sized bamboo mattress, black glass bowl sink in the ensuite, leather upholstery throughout.
• Self sufficiency essentials; large water tanks and electrical systems to support remote living.

KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ Overview

The KEDRON is one of the well established off road caravan manufacturers and TE5 ‘Topender’ model is the ultimate choice for adventure seekers who want to tackle tough terrain and explore the vast Australian outback. This offroad caravan has been designed to provide comfort and convenience in the middle of nowhere, for those who love outback travel and living off the grid.

Available in 3 sizes; 21, 23 and 24 feet it fits all needs and budgets, so it’s the perfect mate for long trips in rough country.

For those who want durability and luxury on the road the KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ has options to customise for offroad performance and a big domestic interior.

It’s tough enough to take you across some of Australia’s toughest landscapes. Every size model is designed to balance practicality and comfort, for the expedition vehicle enthusiast looking for a solid, reliable home away from home.

Go beyond the boundaries: The KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ brings domestic living to the Australian outback.

Now onto the standard features. Let’s see how well equipped this caravan is for your next remote travel trip.

Standard Features and Construction

The KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ has quality standard features and tough construction for offroad travel. Solar power and battery, chassis and suspension, exterior and interior features make it the perfect choice for Australian expeditioners.

Solar power and battery

KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ caravans come with 1120 watts of solar power. That’s a lot of panels to harness the sun’s energy to power your caravan’s appliances and lights.

Solar is clean energy so your travels are more eco friendly.

For energy storage the caravan uses a 400 amp B-TEC slim lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery. This type of battery technology is known for its long life and safety features.

It can store a lot of solar power so you have offgrid power for remote travel without needing external sources.

Chassis and suspension

Now onto the chassis and suspension of the KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’.

The caravan has a dual chassis rail made of hot-dipped galvanised steel for corrosion protection in tough conditions. Rear skid protection adds to its toughness on rough terrain.

The suspension uses KEDRON’s Design Registered KRS ‘Recovery Stub’ Firestone AirBag technology for maximum stability. With disc brakes it has great stopping power for heavy loads offroad.

These features work together for superior shock absorption and load carrying – so the caravan is tough and offroad capable.

Be in control and stable on every journey with the KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ chassis and airbag suspension.

Exterior features

The KEDRON TE5 ‘TopEnder’ caravan has an exterior designed for Australian conditions. Dual 4-inch hot-dipped galvanised chassis for offroad travel.

This model has a 4.5 ton offroad coupling so it will attach to your vehicle no matter the terrain. For ease of use it has a 12v front power jack leg with LED lights and isolator switch, all housed in a lockable side box.

Safety and functionality go together with twin 9kg gas bottles in a ventilated alloy box with stainless steel locking clamps. Reverse camera system option for added visibility and safety when reversing or maneuvering in tight spaces.

Every detail from the chassis to the LED lights and isolator switch shows KEDRON’s commitment to building caravans for Australian travellers who demand durability and reliability on their trips.

Interior features

Now inside from the outside the KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ has a luxurious living space to make life on the road as comfortable as possible. The master bedroom has a queen sized bamboo innerspring mattress on a slatted lift-up base for comfort and under-bed storage.

Elegance and functionality is the theme of the ensuite with a recess above the bench with a black glass bowl sink and premium flooring and tiling.

Living areas have high quality leather upholstery throughout for durability without sacrificing style. A 12v ‘SMART’ TEAC TV/DVD is integrated into the living space.

The kitchen doesn’t disappoint; modern appliances against energy efficient lighting.

Custom built storage solutions throughout the caravan to maximise usable space and keep everything organised for your travels.

Electrical System Specifications

The KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ has a 400 amp/hour lithium battery for long life energy storage. This is paired with a 120 amp charger and 3000w inverter to manage power.

Whether you’re powering up your devices or running the caravan’s systems this will give you plenty of power.

For solar power the ‘Topender’ has 1200w total from 6 panels. 4 x 200w and 2 x 160w panels for offgrid adventures.

The system has internal monitoring so everything runs smoothly and a resettable fuse panel for added safety and control over the electrical specs. The caravan’s energy management system ensures power is distributed efficiently and reliably so you can travel without worrying about running out of power.

Review Summary

KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ is the ultimate offroad caravan for Australian adventures, tough construction with style and comfort. Built to handle the Australian outback, robust construction and stylish interior.

400Ah lithium battery and 1200W solar, reliable energy for remote travel. Spacious design for long trips, perfect for offgrid power needs.

Toughness and style, the KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ sets a new standard in offroad caravanning.

Now we look at its offroad and remote travel capabilities.

Offroad and Remote Travel

Hot dipped galvanised chassis for outback travel. KRS independent suspension for stability on rough terrain, tough and stable for offroad travel.

Large water tanks for self sufficiency, plenty of water for extended remote trips and remote area exploration ready.

Tough offroad features, rugged and durable chassis for offgrid travel and remote area exploration ready.

Interior Comfort and Convenience

True comfort with a fully appointed kitchen, dinette area, full width rear bathroom, plenty of storage and air conditioning and heating.

Kedron,  as one of the top-notch caravan manufacturers,  has built the  TE5 ‘Topender’ which has everything for your caravan adventures.

Kitchen

The KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ has a fully equipped kitchen with 4 burner cooker, grill, oven and stainless steel sink. Perfect for gourmet meals or quick snacks.

Ample benchtop space to prepare your culinary masterpieces, dishwasher to make cleaning up after meals easy. Pantry storage for cookware and utensils so everything is convenient and efficient for your travels.

And the dinette area…

Dinette

Moving on from the kitchen…

The dinette area is a spacious and comfortable space for meals and socialising. Ample seating and big windows to take in the views and do whatever you want in the caravan.

The dinette is a versatile dining space that blends in with the rest of the interior. Perfect for family meals or casual dining, maximum comfort and practicality.

Full width rear bathroom

Moving on from the dinette…

The KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ has a full width rear bathroom. Luxurious ensuite experience with a big shower and cassette toilet. Spacious vanity cabinet for personal care items and wall mounted washing machine for added convenience. Offroad or remote travel, this full width rear bathroom has got you covered for all your grooming needs in style.

En-suite amenities at the rear includes a grooming area, toilet and shower facilities, all designed to meet your hygiene and comfort needs on any trip.

Storage

The KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ has various interior storage solutions for convenience and organisation on the road. Overhead lockers, cupboards and drawers to keep everything in its place.

Large front tunnel boot for big camping gear, rear and front storage bins for small tools and supplies. Separate compartment for electrical components for easy access and maintenance.

With overhead lockers, cupboards, drawers and boot space and separate electrical component areas the KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ has practical solutions for caravan travellers who need interior storage.

Air conditioning and heating

The KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ has a remote controlled roof mounted reverse cycle air conditioning system. 12v wall mounted variable speed fan in the bedroom and 12v roof fan hatch above the bed for maximum ventilation and temperature control.

These work together to give you climate control for any weather condition while remote or offroad travelling. The KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ is perfect for comfort and convenience on the road.

Exterior Storage

Large front tunnel boot for big items like camping gear and outdoor equipment. Rear and front storage bins for small items to keep your tools and accessories organised on the road.

Drawbar storage box for a generator and chest style fridge. Two enclosed jerry can holders for fuel or water.

Moving on to the design and construction of this van.

Design and Build

The KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ is built tough, customised for offroad and high quality workmanship to match its evolving design. Attention to detail to make a van ready for Australian trips.

Offroad capable construction

Hot dipped galvanized chassis for durability and rust protection in tough conditions. KRS independent suspension system for rough terrain.

Aluminium frame interlocked and huck bolted for offroad dependability. More than just road travel.

High quality build

Designed with high quality workmanship and precision engineering. High grade materials to withstand tough terrain.

The build is backed by expert workmanship for long term durability and comfort remote travel.

Design and build is engineered to perform in ever changing offroad environments. So a comfortable and tough van for offroad and premium comfort for the ultimate adventure.

Self sufficiency and essentials

The KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ is designed for offgrid living, self sufficiency and essentials. Lithium battery and solar panels for offgrid trips.

2 x 100 litres for showering, 1 x 65 litres for filtered drinking water, 60 litres for grey water – all with gauges.

Conservation of water on the road.

For Caravan Buyers looking for self sufficiency and basic essentials for offgrid trips, this van has solar power and efficient battery storage.

Custom food grade water tanks means caravan buyers have fresh filtered drinking water and plenty of water for showering and waste.

Summary

The KEDRON TE5 ‘Topender’ has multiple sizes and lots of standard inclusions. Hot dipped galvanized chassis, 1120 watts of solar, 400 amp lithium battery for offgrid.

Self sufficiency design and luxury interior. Remote travel and outback exploration. Full width rear bathroom or reliable electrical system. This renowned luxury caravan has comfort and convenience no matter where you go.