Although relatively new to the automaker world, EarthRoamer has already begun to make a name for themselves. By refining and redefining luxury camping and creating hybrid recreational vehicles (RVs) that provide a combination of comfort and ability, the company has had a strong start.
Both off-road enthusiasts and camping fanatics alike can find something to love in the company’s line of products. The off-road rolling home is a huge splurge, but when you consider the comparison cost of owning an off-road ready truck and a home, it no longer seems quite so extravagant.
For those with an adventurous spirit, a “normal” RV is pretty boring and very limited in where it can go. With the population seeming to grow more every year at the most well-known and easiest to reach of sites, it makes sense to opt into a vehicle capable of getting to previously unreachable locations and, if that vehicle has the luxury included in the EarthRoamer, then all the better!
Let’s take a look at what makes the EarthRoamer an awesome off road RV!
The EarthRoamer Is A Capable RV
The EarthRoamer is a marvel combination of RV and off-roading and is available in several iterations, including the LTS, XV-LTi, and HD versions. Additionally, the company offers the vehicles as “PreRoamed” (pre-owned) for those who do not want to or cannot afford to shell out the hefty price tag for a new model.
The standard model of the EarthRoamer, the LTS, has a carbon fiber body that is vacuum infused for the camper. The chassis is from a Ford F-550, making it a hearty and capable base. The LTi version also utilizes the Ford F-550 base chassis, but includes the Lariat trim.
With a powerful diesel engine, the LTi boasts a 6.7-liter V8 with turbo charge capable of up to 330-hp and 750 lb-ft of torque. The HD ups the ante by riding on a larger, Ford F-750 King Ranch Chassis, but loses around 25 lb-ft of torque overall. Both versions offer an automatic ten speed transmission as the standard option and both are backed with Ford’s factory warranty.
For off road readiness, the LTS comes with 41-inch Continental MPT 81 tires with 20 inch Hutchinson Beadlock aluminum wheels. Additionally, if these military grade tires suffer any issues, there are air outlets with an Oasis XD3000 heavy duty air compressor, complete with a five gallon tank, available to refill them or run air tools while on the road.
The suspension on the standard model of the EarthRoamer comes with King shocks and airbags in the front and rear by Kedlerman to help raise the overall clearance of the ride and account for the larger tires. Not only do the airbags help with obstacles on the path, but they also allow for evening out the level of the camper when parked on inclines. A power retractable set of steps means that the clearance is never an issue, even with shorter passengers.
Finally, the LTS is equipped with both front and rear winches to help alleviate worry in any sticky situations you may encounter when off the beaten path. The winches are Warn 16.5ti winches rated for up to 16,500 lbs and have been tested in a multitude of climates.
Interior And Luxury Upgrades For The 2022 EarthRoamer
The 2022 models of the EarthRoamer range in price from $620,000 for the LTi at base, up to the low $700,000s for one with desirable add-ons. The upgraded HD version is priced at an eye popping $1.7 million at base, which can go up exponentially as well, depending on desired upgrades and tailored specifics.
Inside the off road RV is where the costs really begin to add up in luxury upgrades. There are digital displays and electrical control systems for nearly everything within the camper and on the truck. The multicolor interior lights and frameless glass windows make the camper feel like the mansion equivalent in movable form.
There is a roof-mounted solar array for all your power needs so that you do not have to rely on a generator or the truck battery. The array is capable of producing up to 1,320 watts of power and banking 11,000 watt hours. For other needs, the RV boasts a 95 gallon diesel tank, 100 gallon freshwater tank, and 40 gallon gray water tank.
Owners can even pick their own floor plans for the camper’s living area. The Telluride layout version has seats for six and beds for four. Other plans offer different configurations that offer bigger kitchen areas, dining spaces, or more storage depending on the needs and desires of the owner. The interior also boasts a more than adequate bathroom, complete with a shower area that could rival the most upscale of hotels.
Although the current lead time for purchasing an EarthRoamer is at least seven months (up to around a year) and requires a $50,000 deposit, they are still in high demand as more people take up the “nomadic” lifestyle, choosing to untether from traditional homes in favor of something more capable of exploring and traveling.