Hillside Leisure · campervan
Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic SWB
RoamWorthy records the Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic SWB as a campervan. Recorded catalogue data: 4 berths; layout: Rear Lounge; length 4.90m; width 1.90m; height 2.00m; MTPLM 3,000kg; payload 550kg; recorded price range £35,000 to £72,000. No live dealer stock is currently linked to this model on RoamWorthy. Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. Check the individual listing and manufacturer documentation before purchase.
Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic SWB key facts
- Berths: 4
- Unladen weight: 2450 kg
- Payload: 550 kg
- Length: 4.9 m
- Width: 1.9 m
- Observed price range: £35,000 to £72,000
Key features
- SCA Deluxe elevating roof with integrated bed system
- RIB rear seat/bed system with integrated headrests and three-point belts
- Handcrafted CNC-cut furniture with ample storage solutions
- Integrated 50-litre Waeco compressor fridge with freezer compartment
- Twin-burner gas hob and stainless steel sink with glass lids
- Eberspacher diesel heater for year-round camping comfort
- Under-slung water tanks for optimized interior space
Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic SWB: what stands out?
The Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic SWB is a four-berth campervan measuring 4.9 metres long, 1.9 metres wide and 2 metres high. Its side kitchen, RIB rock and roll bed and SCA pop-top roof bed provide the recorded sleeping arrangement, while the 550-kilogram payload gives buyers a clear weight limit to assess.
- Four berths are provided by the RIB rear seat bed and pop-top roof bed.
- The side kitchen has a twin-burner gas hob, stainless steel sink and 50-litre Waeco compressor fridge with freezer compartment.
- The recorded equipment includes an SCA Deluxe elevating roof, Eberspacher diesel heater and under-slung water tanks.
- The 3,000-kilogram MTPLM and 550-kilogram payload should be checked against passengers, luggage and fitted equipment.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. The supplied data does not identify a production year or confirm the equipment fitted to every example.
Who should consider the Birchover Classic SWB?
Who it suits
- Buyers wanting four berths in a compact campervan with a recorded length of 4.9 metres.
- Owners seeking a vehicle that can combine a side-kitchen layout with a RIB rear seat bed and pop-top roof bed.
- Buyers who value recorded crash-tested seating, integrated headrests and three-point belts in the RIB system.
Reasons to consider it
- The short-wheelbase dimensions support use where a 4.9-metre length and 1.9-metre width are important considerations.
- The layout provides four berths without adding a separate toilet or shower compartment.
- The recorded 50-litre fridge, twin-burner hob, sink, diesel heater and storage furniture cover core camping functions.
- The 550-kilogram payload offers a defined basis for checking whether intended occupants and equipment can be carried within the recorded 3,000-kilogram MTPLM.
What to check
- Confirm the actual model year, trim and optional equipment because the supplied specification may vary.
- Check the plated weight, payload calculation and fitted accessories before assuming the full 550-kilogram payload remains available.
- Inspect the SCA roof, bed systems, RIB seating and three-point belts for condition and operation.
- Assess whether the absence of a recorded onboard toilet or shower suits the intended type and duration of trips.
- Measure or test storage capacity with the planned occupants, because storage may be tight for four adults on extended trips.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not confirm a toilet, shower or production year. Price information is recorded as a range from £35,000 to £72,000, but an individual vehicle may differ.
Compare the Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic SWB with similar models
| Model | Berths | Maximum weight | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic SWB | 4 | 3000 kg | 4.90 m | £35,000 to £72,000 |
| Volkswagen T6.1 SWB | 4 | 3000 kg | 4.90 m | £35,000 to £85,000 |
| Camper King St Tropez | 4 | 3000 kg | 4.90 m | £35,000 to £65,000 |
The Birchover Classic SWB sits among compact four-berth campervans with a recorded 4.9-metre length and 3,000-kilogram weight figure. Alternatives share some of those headline measures but differ in recorded price ranges, length or MTPLM. The right choice depends on the specific layout, equipment, payload and condition confirmed for the vehicle being considered.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Birchover Classic SWB ownership checks
- Keep the 4.9-metre length, 1.9-metre width and 2-metre height in mind when checking access, parking and storage arrangements.
- Recalculate available payload after accounting for four occupants, camping equipment, water and any optional equipment.
- Use the side-kitchen layout when planning storage, food preparation and movement around the RIB bed.
- Check the pop-top roof bed and RIB rock and roll bed before trips, including their conversion and securing arrangements.
- Confirm the under-slung water tanks and recorded heater, fridge, hob and sink operate as expected before relying on them away from home.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating the 550-kilogram payload as spare luggage capacity without allowing for occupants, water and fitted options.
- Assuming every Birchover Classic SWB has identical equipment when specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
- Overlooking the 2-metre height when checking covered parking or access.
Worth knowing: These are checks based on the supplied dimensions, weight, berth count and layout, not claims of known faults. The supplied data does not provide a maintenance schedule or ownership history.
Alternatives to the Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic SWB
- Volkswagen T6.1 SWB - Consider the Volkswagen T6.1 SWB if you want the same recorded four-berth count, 4.9-metre length and 3,000-kilogram weight figure, with a recorded price range extending to £85,000.
- Camper King St Tropez - Consider the Camper King St Tropez if you want four berths and a 4.9-metre length, with a recorded price range from £35,000 to £65,000.
- Auto-Sleepers Wave - Consider the Auto-Sleepers Wave if four berths and a length close to 4.9 metres are priorities, with a recorded 4.89-metre length and 3,050-kilogram MTPLM.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic SWB.
- 5 model images are recorded for this page and served from RoamWorthy-hosted media.
- 2 recorded source groups are available in the source section below.
Proof notes
- Specifications can differ by production year, trim and optional equipment.
- Dealer listings are used as current marketplace evidence, not as a substitute for the exact vehicle documentation.
Worth knowing: Confirm weights, dimensions and fitted equipment for the exact vehicle before purchase or towing.
Sources and review status for the Hillside Leisure Birchover Classic SWB
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-18T01:58:31.988344+00:00