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Swift Merlin 144

RoamWorthy records the Swift Merlin 144 as a campervan. Recorded catalogue data: 2 berths; layout: Rear Lounge; length 5.99m; width 2.26m; height 2.72m; MTPLM 3,500kg; payload 625kg; base vehicle: Fiat Ducato; recorded price range £42,000 to £68,000. RoamWorthy currently links 3 live dealer listings to this model. Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. Check the individual listing and manufacturer documentation before purchase.

Swift Merlin 144 key facts

Berths: 2
GVW: 3500 kg
Unladen weight: 2875 kg
Payload: 625 kg
Length: 5.99 m
Width: 2.26 m
Base vehicle: Fiat Ducato
Observed price range: £42,000 to £68,000
Available listings: 3

Key features

Rear parallel lounge with triple-aspect views
Fiat Ducato 2.3L MultiJet engine for reliable performance
Truma Combi heating and hot water system
Full-height side washroom with shower and fold-away sink
Dometic two-burner hob and stainless steel sink
Under-slung fresh and waste water tanks
Mains hook-up and leisure battery for off-grid capability

Swift Merlin 144 at a glance

Swift Merlin 144 is covered here using recorded catalogue, marketplace and source evidence. Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.

Two berths with a rear parallel lounge and make-up bed layout.
Van conversion measuring 5.99 metres long, 2.26 metres wide and 2.72 metres high.
Rear lounge offers triple-aspect views and converts into the night-time sleeping area.
Side kitchen includes a Dometic two-burner hob and stainless steel sink.
Wet-room washroom has a shower and fold-away sink.
Truma Combi heating and hot water, mains hook-up and a leisure battery are recorded features.
Recorded price range is £42000 to £68000, while the marketplace currently shows one listing and six images.

Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. The supplied data identifies the model as a dealer-special variant, but the exact equipment of an individual vehicle should be confirmed. The supplied identity data does not give production years.

Who should consider the Swift Merlin 144

Who it suits

Couples wanting two berths in a 5.99-metre van conversion with a rear lounge.
Buyers who value a lounge that provides daytime seating and converts into a double bed.
Owners seeking a campervan with a built-in wet-room, side kitchen and recorded off-grid equipment.
Drivers who prefer a vehicle with a 3500 kg MTPLM and a recorded 625 kg payload, subject to checking the specific vehicle.

Reasons to consider it

The rear parallel lounge provides triple-aspect views and serves as the sleeping area after conversion.
The compact recorded length supports easier manoeuvring than a larger motorhome, although the width and height still need to be allowed for.
The layout combines a side kitchen, wet-room washroom and rear lounge within a van conversion.
Recorded equipment includes Truma Combi heating and hot water, mains hook-up, a leisure battery, and under-slung fresh and waste water tanks.
Storage is provided by overhead lockers and under-seat space, according to the supplied editorial information.

What to check

Confirm the exact MTPLM, GVW and payload for the vehicle, as the recorded figures are 3500 kg, 3500 kg and 625 kg and specifications may vary.
Check the external height of 2.72 metres and width of 2.26 metres against the intended storage, routes and parking spaces.
Try the rear lounge-to-bed conversion and assess whether the required cushion assembly suits your evening routine.
Assess the available floor area with the rear bed extended and whether the modest kitchen worktop meets your cooking needs.
Confirm the condition and operation of the washroom, heating, hot-water, water-tank, leisure-battery and mains-hook-up systems.
Review the exact upholstery, exterior styling and other dealer-special equipment included with the example.

Worth knowing: The supplied data describes suitability for a solo traveller or couple, but the recorded sleeping capacity is two berths. Price information is a recorded range, not a confirmed price for a particular vehicle. Only one marketplace listing is recorded, so availability may be limited.

Compare the Swift Merlin 144 with similar models

Model	Berths	Maximum weight	Length	Typical price
Swift Merlin 144	2	3500 kg	5.99 m	£42,000 to £68,000
Swift Select 122	2	3500 kg	6.00 m	£42,000 to £72,000
Auto-Sleepers Symbol Plus	2	3500 kg	5.99 m	£45,000 to £82,000

The Swift Merlin 144 sits among two-berth campervans with broadly comparable recorded lengths and 3500 kg weight ratings. Its recorded 5.99-metre length matches several alternatives, while its 625 kg payload is a useful figure to verify against the specific vehicle. The main basis for comparison should be the rear-lounge make-up bed, wet-room arrangement, equipment level, exact payload and price of each individual example. No alternative can be declared the overall winner from the supplied information.

Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.

Ownership points for the Swift Merlin 144

Keep the vehicle within its recorded 3500 kg MTPLM and use the 625 kg payload as a planning reference, checking the plated figures for the specific example.
Account for the 2.72-metre height and 2.26-metre width when selecting storage, parking and routes.
Practise the rear lounge bed conversion so the cushion arrangement is straightforward before overnight use.
Plan storage around the rear bed, because the supplied editorial information notes limited floor space when it is fully extended.
Use the sink cover as additional kitchen working area when required, since the recorded worktop space is modest.
Check the under-slung fresh and waste water tanks, leisure battery and mains hook-up as part of the vehicle's regular operating checks.

Common mistakes to avoid

Treating the 625 kg payload as an unverified allowance rather than checking the actual vehicle weights and plated limits.
Overlooking the 2.72-metre height when approaching low structures or choosing a storage space.
Assuming the rear lounge remains fully available after the bed is made up.
Relying on the sink cover without confirming that it is fitted and suitable for the particular vehicle.

Worth knowing: These are practical checks based on the supplied dimensions, weights and layout, not a fault diagnosis. Equipment and specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.

Alternatives to the Swift Merlin 144

Swift Select 122 - Consider the Swift Select 122 if you want another Swift two-berth option with a recorded length of 6 metres, 3500 kg MTPLM or GVW, and a price range of £42000 to £72000.
Auto-Sleepers Symbol Plus - Consider the Auto-Sleepers Symbol Plus if a similarly sized two-berth alternative appeals, with a recorded length of 5.99 metres, 3500 kg MTPLM or GVW, and a price range of £45000 to £82000.
Elddis Autoquest Cv60 - Consider the Elddis Autoquest Cv60 if you want a two-berth alternative recorded at 5.99 metres and 3500 kg MTPLM or GVW, with a price range of £42000 to £68000.

Data and source notes

This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Swift Merlin 144.
8 model images are recorded for this page and served from RoamWorthy-hosted media.
3 current linked dealer listings help keep stock and price context connected to the model.
3 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 Swift Merlin 144

This page is supported by 3 recorded source groups.

Swindon Caravan & Motorhome Group (dealer_inventory)
RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
Web Exact Model (model_media)

Last reviewed: 2026-09-17T23:00:01.47998+00:00