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Swift Merlin 274
RoamWorthy records the Swift Merlin 274 as a campervan. Recorded catalogue data: 4 berths; layout: Twin Singles; length 6.36m; width 2.26m; height 2.72m; MTPLM 3,500kg; payload 515kg; base vehicle: Fiat Ducato; recorded price range £52,000 to £74,000. 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.
Swift Merlin 274 key facts
- Berths: 4
- GVW: 3500 kg
- Unladen weight: 2985 kg
- Payload: 515 kg
- Length: 6.36 m
- Width: 2.26 m
- Base vehicle: Fiat Ducato
- Observed price range: £52,000 to £74,000
Key features
- Four-berth capacity with four travel seats
- Rear fixed separate beds for easy access
- Electric drop-down bed over the lounge area
- Modern side kitchen with 3-burner hob and oven
- Compact side washroom with integrated shower and toilet
- Truma Combi heating and hot water system
- SMART construction with GRP body panels
Swift Merlin 274: key facts and compromises
The Swift Merlin 274 is a four-berth campervan with four travel seats, rear fixed separate beds and an electric drop-down bed above the front lounge. Its stated length is 6.36 metres, with a gvw and mtplm of 3500kg. The 515kg payload should be checked against passengers, water, luggage and optional equipment.
- The layout combines fixed twin beds at the rear with a drop-down bed over the lounge, reducing the need for nightly bed-making.
- The front lounge integrates with the cab and is paired with a side kitchen and side washroom with an integrated shower and toilet.
- The stated dimensions are 6.36 metres long, 2.26 metres wide and 2.72 metres high, so buyers should check access, storage and parking requirements.
- The specification lists Truma Combi heating and hot water, SMART construction and GRP body panels.
- The marketplace currently records one listing and four images, so buyers should confirm the equipment and condition of any specific vehicle.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. The supplied data does not identify a production year, so age-related details require confirmation. The price range is stated as £52,000 to £74,000, but an individual listing may differ.
Who should consider the Swift Merlin 274?
Who it suits
- Families or friends who need four berths and four travel seats in a campervan layout.
- Buyers who value rear fixed separate beds but also want a fourth sleeping place without converting the lounge each night.
- Tourers who want a side kitchen and integrated washroom within a vehicle measuring 6.36 metres long.
Reasons to consider it
- The combination of fixed rear beds and an electric drop-down bed gives the four-berth layout distinct sleeping options.
- The front lounge creates a usable shared seating area while the drop-down bed is stored above it.
- The listed payload of 515kg provides a defined basis for checking occupants, luggage, water and fitted options before purchase.
- Truma Combi heating and hot water, SMART construction and GRP body panels are recorded features relevant to touring use.
What to check
- Confirm the plated weight, available payload and the effect of optional equipment before carrying four occupants and touring equipment.
- Check the operation and condition of the electric drop-down bed, including its clearance over the front lounge.
- Measure access routes against the stated width of 2.26 metres and height of 2.72 metres.
- Inspect the rear fixed-bed arrangement, side washroom and kitchen equipment on the specific vehicle.
- Verify the exact specification, model year and asking price because the supplied specification may vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Worth knowing: The compact campervan format limits floor space when the drop-down bed is in use. Storage for bulky outdoor equipment is more restricted than in larger motorhomes. Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Compare the Swift Merlin 274 with similar models
| Model | Berths | Maximum weight | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Merlin 274 | 4 | 3500 kg | 6.36 m | £52,000 to £74,000 |
| Auto-Sleepers Fairford | 4 | 3500 kg | 6.36 m | £55,000 to £88,000 |
| Auto-Trail Adventure 65 | 4 | 3500 kg | 6.36 m | £52,000 to £78,000 |
The Swift Merlin 274 stands out within the supplied comparisons for its specific combination of rear fixed separate beds, an electric drop-down bed and a front lounge in a four-berth campervan. The alternatives share some headline dimensions, berth counts or weight figures, but their supplied data does not provide equivalent layout detail. The Merlin’s 515kg payload, 2.26-metre width and 2.72-metre height should therefore be weighed alongside each alternative’s stated price range and confirmed specification rather than treated as a decisive advantage.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Swift Merlin 274 ownership checks
- Plan loading around the 515kg payload, allowing for four occupants, water, personal items and optional equipment rather than treating the figure as spare luggage capacity.
- Use the stated 6.36-metre length, 2.26-metre width and 2.72-metre height when checking driveways, storage sites, car parks and low clearances.
- Keep the drop-down bed stowed when the lounge is required, and check that the available floor space suits the intended four-berth routine.
- Confirm that the rear fixed separate beds meet the users’ access and sleeping preferences before purchase.
- Check the kitchen, integrated shower and toilet, heating and hot-water equipment as part of the handover inspection.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Overlooking the combined effect of four occupants, water, luggage and optional equipment on the 515kg payload.
- Assuming that the drop-down bed leaves the front lounge fully available when deployed.
- Relying on nominal dimensions without checking real access, clearance and parking constraints.
Worth knowing: No known faults are supplied, so inspection and documentary checks remain necessary. Equipment and specifications may vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Alternatives to the Swift Merlin 274
- Auto-Sleepers Fairford - Consider it if you want another four-berth option at the same stated 6.36-metre length and 3500kg mtplm or gvw, with a stated price range of £55,000 to £88,000.
- Auto-Trail Adventure 65 - Consider it if you want another four-berth model at 6.36 metres and 3500kg, with a stated price range of £52,000 to £78,000.
- Swift Carrera 184 - Consider it if you want another Swift four-berth model at 6.36 metres and 3500kg, with a stated price range of £64,000 to £78,000.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Swift Merlin 274.
- 6 model images are recorded for this page and served from RoamWorthy-hosted media.
- 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 274
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: 2026-09-18T03:15:00.831085+00:00