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Caravelair Antares 480
RoamWorthy records the Caravelair Antares 480 as a touring caravan. Recorded catalogue data: 4 berths; layout: End Washroom; length 6.70m; width 2.10m; height 2.58m; MTPLM 1,200kg; payload 163kg; recorded price range £11,500 to £18,500. 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.
Caravelair Antares 480 key facts
- Berths: 4
- MTPLM: 1200 kg
- MIRO: 1037 kg
- Payload: 163 kg
- Length: 6.7 m
- Width: 2.1 m
- Observed price range: £11,500 to £18,500
Key features
- Lightweight GRP side panels for enhanced durability and insulation
- Fixed French double bed with high-comfort mattress
- Al-Ko chassis and AKS stabiliser for superior towing stability
- Truma Combi heating and hot water system
- Large panoramic skylight providing ample natural light
- Spacious 85L or 150L XL Freeze drawer fridge (depending on year)
- Flexible front lounge that converts into a second double bed
Caravelair Antares 480: key facts
The Caravelair Antares 480 is a four-berth caravan with a fixed French bed, side dinette, front lounge and end washroom. Its recorded length is 6.7 metres, width 2.1 metres and height 2.58 metres, with an MTPLM of 1200 kg and a recorded payload of 163 kg.
- Four berths, with a fixed French bed and a lounge that converts into a second double bed.
- Recorded dimensions are 6.7 metres long, 2.1 metres wide and 2.58 metres high.
- Recorded MTPLM is 1200 kg and recorded payload is 163 kg, subject to confirmation for the specific caravan.
- The recorded layout includes a side dinette, front lounge and end washroom.
- Specification details can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not identify a production year, so year-specific equipment must be confirmed. The supplied data records a price range of £11500 to £18500, but individual condition and specification may affect asking prices. The listing count is currently 0, so availability should be checked directly.
Who should consider the Caravelair Antares 480
Who it suits
- Couples or families needing four berths in a compact caravan layout.
- Buyers who value a fixed French bed while retaining a front lounge that can form additional sleeping space.
- Tow-car owners whose limits suit a recorded MTPLM of 1200 kg, after checking the specific caravan and outfit.
Reasons to consider it
- The four-berth arrangement combines a fixed French bed with flexible lounge sleeping.
- The recorded 163 kg payload provides a defined allowance for equipment, but it must be checked against the caravan’s actual plate and intended load.
- The 6.7-metre length and 2.1-metre width offer a relatively compact footprint within the supplied alternatives.
- The recorded layout includes an end washroom, side dinette and front lounge, giving the interior distinct daytime and sleeping areas.
What to check
- Confirm the specific caravan’s MTPLM, payload and plated weights before purchase or towing.
- Check that the 2.1-metre width, 2.58-metre height and 6.7-metre length suit storage, access and the planned towing route.
- Inspect the fixed French bed, side dinette conversion and end washroom for condition and usability.
- Verify which heating, hot-water, fridge and skylight equipment is fitted, because supplied details can vary by year and equipment level.
- Use the supplied towing-calculator link and confirm compatibility with the intended tow car.
Worth knowing: No production year is recorded, so the supplied equipment list should not be treated as universal. The washroom is compact compared with larger twin-axle caravans, and external locker capacity is described as limited. The interior width is narrower than some larger premium caravans.
Compare the Caravelair Antares 480 with similar models
| Model | Berths | MTPLM | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caravelair Antares 480 | 4 | 1200 kg | 6.70 m | £11,500 to £18,500 |
| Sprite Alpine | 4 | 1284 kg | 6.45 m | £8,500 to £24,500 |
| Swift Sprite Alpine | 4 | 1284 kg | 6.45 m | £8,500 to £24,500 |
The Caravelair Antares 480 sits among four-berth alternatives with a recorded 6.7-metre length and 1200 kg MTPLM. Some alternatives are shorter, while others offer different weight limits, lengths or supplied price ranges. The most suitable choice depends on the buyer’s required layout, tow-car limits, storage access, payload needs and the verified specification of the individual caravan.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Ownership checks for the Antares 480
- Keep the caravan’s actual loaded mass within its recorded MTPLM of 1200 kg and treat the recorded 163 kg payload as an allowance to manage, not an invitation to fill every storage space.
- Distribute equipment carefully across the fixed French bed, side dinette and front lounge areas, then check noseweight and the plated figures before towing.
- Measure storage access and allow for the recorded 2.58-metre height and 2.1-metre width when planning routine parking or servicing.
- Plan bedding and equipment around the four-berth layout, since converting the front lounge into the second double bed changes the available daytime seating.
- Check the end washroom and compact storage arrangements before longer trips, particularly if carrying bulky outdoor equipment.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming every Antares 480 has the same fridge, heating or hot-water specification when equipment may vary by year and optional equipment.
- Treating the advertised payload as spare capacity without weighing personal equipment and checking the specific caravan’s plate.
- Overlooking the caravan’s 2.58-metre height or 2.1-metre width when assessing storage and access.
Worth knowing: No known faults are supplied, so an inspection should establish the condition of the individual caravan. The source data does not provide an age or production year for model-specific maintenance planning.
Alternatives to the Caravelair Antares 480
- Sprite Alpine - The Sprite Alpine is another four-berth option, with a shorter recorded length of 6.45 metres, a higher recorded MTPLM of 1284 kg and a wider supplied price range of £8500 to £24500.
- Swift Sprite Alpine - The Swift Sprite Alpine offers four berths and a recorded 6.45-metre length, with an MTPLM of 1284 kg and a supplied price range of £8500 to £24500.
- Bailey Discovery D4 4 - The Bailey Discovery D4 4 has four berths, a longer recorded length of 7.14 metres, an MTPLM of 1206 kg and a supplied price range of £14500 to £22495.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Caravelair Antares 480.
- 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 Caravelair Antares 480
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-17T19:37:01.747276+00:00