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Caravelair Antares 485
RoamWorthy records the Caravelair Antares 485 as a touring caravan. Recorded catalogue data: 4 berths; layout: French Bed; length 6.70m; width 2.10m; height 2.58m; MTPLM 1,250kg; payload 220kg; recorded price range £9,500 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 485 key facts
- Berths: 4
- MTPLM: 1250 kg
- MIRO: 1030 kg
- Payload: 220 kg
- Length: 6.7 m
- Width: 2.1 m
- Observed price range: £9,500 to £18,500
Key features
- Lightweight GRP side walls and roof for enhanced durability
- Popular French bed layout with under-bed storage
- Truma heating system for year-round touring comfort
- Large panoramic front window for natural lighting
- Compact washroom with integrated shower and vanity
- Al-Ko chassis providing superior towing stability
- Flexible front lounge that converts into a second double bed
Caravelair Antares 485: key facts
The Caravelair Antares 485 is a four-berth caravan with a fixed French bed, front lounge and corner washroom layout. Its recorded dimensions are 6.7 metres long, 2.1 metres wide and 2.58 metres high, with an MTPLM of 1250 kg and a stated payload of 220 kg.
- Four berths are provided through the fixed French bed and front lounge that converts into a second double bed.
- The recorded layout combines a fixed French bed, front lounge and corner washroom.
- The caravan measures 6.7 metres long, 2.1 metres wide and 2.58 metres high.
- The recorded MTPLM is 1250 kg, with a stated payload of 220 kg.
- Recorded asking prices range from 9500 to 18500.
- The catalogue records lightweight GRP construction, a Truma heating system, an Al-Ko chassis, a panoramic front window, under-bed storage and an integrated shower and vanity. Equipment and specifications should be confirmed for the individual caravan.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. The supplied data does not identify a production-year range, so the year of an individual caravan requires confirmation. There are currently no marketplace listings recorded on the supplied page.
Who should consider the Caravelair Antares 485?
Who it suits
- Couples who want a fixed French bed rather than converting the main sleeping area each evening.
- Small families needing four berths and a front lounge that can convert into a second double bed.
- Towers whose car and licence position suit a caravan with a recorded MTPLM of 1250 kg.
- Buyers seeking the recorded combination of compact dimensions, a corner washroom and a fixed-bed layout.
Reasons to consider it
- The fixed French bed prioritises everyday convenience and leaves the front lounge available for sitting.
- The four-berth layout gives couples a spare sleeping area for children or guests.
- The recorded 220 kg payload offers a clear basis for checking how luggage and touring equipment will be carried.
- The 6.7 metre length and 2.1 metre width provide a defined size to assess against storage, access and towing arrangements.
- The recorded layouts and features include under-bed storage, a corner washroom with integrated shower and vanity, Truma heating and an Al-Ko chassis.
What to check
- Confirm the specific caravan's model year, trim and installed equipment because specifications can vary.
- Check the actual MTPLM, payload and loading calculation for the individual caravan before buying.
- Inspect the fixed French bed, under-bed storage, front-lounge conversion and corner washroom for condition and usability.
- Measure access to the intended storage location against the recorded 6.7 metre length, 2.1 metre width and 2.58 metre height.
- Verify that the tow car and driving entitlement are suitable for the individual caravan's recorded weight.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not provide a specific model year, so condition and equipment cannot be inferred from the model name alone. No current marketplace listings are recorded, so availability and individual asking prices require separate confirmation.
Compare the Caravelair Antares 485 with similar models
| Model | Berths | MTPLM | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caravelair Antares 485 | 4 | 1250 kg | 6.70 m | £9,500 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 Antares 485 is most clearly differentiated by its recorded fixed French bed, front lounge and corner washroom layout, alongside an MTPLM of 1250 kg and a stated payload of 220 kg. The allowed alternatives vary in recorded length, MTPLM and price range, but the supplied data does not provide enough layout detail to identify a universal substitute or winner. Compare the individual caravan's layout, loading figures, condition and equipment before deciding.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Ownership checks for the Antares 485
- Use the recorded 1250 kg MTPLM and 220 kg payload as starting points for a careful loading plan, then confirm the figures on the individual caravan.
- Keep heavier touring items positioned in line with the manufacturer's loading guidance and avoid treating the full payload as unused storage capacity.
- Allow for the recorded 6.7 metre length, 2.1 metre width and 2.58 metre height when checking storage, driveway access and site manoeuvring.
- Test the fixed French bed and front lounge conversion before touring, particularly if the caravan will regularly be used by four people.
- Check that the corner washroom and its integrated shower and vanity meet the intended users' space requirements.
- Confirm the operation and condition of recorded equipment such as Truma heating, the Al-Ko chassis, the panoramic front window and under-bed storage.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming every Antares 485 has identical equipment despite possible variation by model year, trim and optional equipment.
- Planning a load without checking the individual caravan's current payload and MTPLM.
- Overlooking the 2.58 metre height when assessing storage or access.
- Treating a four-berth rating as evidence that all four occupants will have the same sleeping space, since the layout uses a fixed French bed and a convertible front lounge.
Worth knowing: The supplied information does not identify age-related service requirements or known faults. Any inspection should be based on the individual caravan and its documentation, not solely on the model-level catalogue data.
Alternatives to the Caravelair Antares 485
- Sprite Alpine - The Sprite Alpine is another four-berth option, with a shorter recorded length of 6.45 metres, an MTPLM of 1284 kg and a recorded price range from 8500 to 24500.
- Swift Sprite Alpine - The Swift Sprite Alpine offers four berths and a recorded length of 6.45 metres, with an MTPLM of 1284 kg and a recorded price range from 8500 to 24500.
- Bailey Pegasus Genoa - The Bailey Pegasus Genoa is a four-berth alternative with a recorded length of 6.38 metres, an MTPLM of 1300 kg and a recorded price range from 11500 to 24500.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Caravelair Antares 485.
- 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 485
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-17T19:36:14.295817+00:00