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Knaus Deseo 400 TR
RoamWorthy records the Knaus Deseo 400 TR as a touring caravan. Recorded catalogue data: 2 berths; layout: Toy Hauler; length 5.99m; width 2.30m; height 2.58m; MTPLM 1,500kg; payload 250kg; recorded price range £22,000 to £34,500. 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.
Knaus Deseo 400 TR key facts
- Berths: 2
- MTPLM: 1500 kg
- MIRO: 1250 kg
- Payload: 250 kg
- Length: 5.99 m
- Width: 2.3 m
- Observed price range: £22,000 to £34,500
Key features
- Large rear tailgate for easy loading of motorcycles and large gear
- Knaus FibreFrame construction for superior strength and weight saving
- Flexible living area with multi-functional furniture
- Integrated lashing rails for secure cargo transport
- State-of-the-art LED interior and exterior lighting
- Compact kitchen with two-burner hob and fridge
- Fold-down bed option for optimized space management
Knaus Deseo 400 TR: model overview
Knaus Deseo 400 TR is covered here using recorded catalogue, marketplace and source evidence. Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
- Two berths with a convertible lounge layout.
- Rear-loading garage and toy-hauler arrangement for motorcycles, e-bikes or other bulky equipment, subject to loading and payload limits.
- Length of 5.99 m, width of 2.3 m and height of 2.58 m.
- MTPLM of 1500 kg and recorded payload of 250 kg.
- Compact kitchen and wet-room arrangement are described in the supplied editorial, with equipment requiring confirmation.
- Recorded price range is £22000 to £34500, while specification and equipment can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Worth knowing: The marketplace currently records no listings, so availability is not demonstrated by the supplied data. The supplied source material does not provide a production-year range. Confirm the individual caravan's plated weights, payload calculation, loading equipment and fitted options before purchase.
Who should consider the Knaus Deseo 400 TR?
Who it suits
- Couples seeking a two-berth caravan with a convertible lounge rather than a fixed-bed layout.
- Owners who need a rear-loading garage for bulky sporting equipment or similar cargo.
- Buyers whose tow vehicle and storage arrangements can accommodate a caravan measuring 5.99 m long, 2.3 m wide and 2.58 m high.
Reasons to consider it
- The rear-loading format gives the Deseo 400 TR a use case beyond conventional two-berth accommodation.
- A recorded payload of 250 kg provides scope for carrying equipment, although the actual usable allowance must be checked on the individual caravan.
- The convertible lounge makes the compact interior adaptable between daytime seating and sleeping use.
- The recorded price range of £22000 to £34500 allows comparison with the model's specialised layout and equipment, subject to condition and specification.
What to check
- Check the actual plated MTPLM, MIRO or equivalent recorded weights and remaining payload for the caravan being considered.
- Inspect the rear loading area, access arrangement and any lashing rails for condition and suitability for the intended cargo.
- Confirm that the tow vehicle is suitable for the caravan's MTPLM of 1500 kg and that the combined loading plan remains within all limits.
- Measure the storage space available for a caravan 2.3 m wide and 2.58 m high.
- Verify the kitchen, wet-room, lighting and furniture specification because equipment can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Worth knowing: The supplied data records two berths only, so this is not a model to choose for a larger sleeping capacity. The minimalist, convertible layout may offer less fixed storage and conventional domestic separation than a traditional two-berth caravan. Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Compare the Knaus Deseo 400 TR with similar models
| Model | Berths | MTPLM | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knaus Deseo 400 TR | 2 | 1500 kg | 5.99 m | £22,000 to £34,500 |
| Bailey Unicorn Deluxe Seville | 2 | 1424 kg | 6.47 m | £18,500 to £33,900 |
| Bailey Unicorn Merida Black Edition | 2 | 1445 kg | 6.37 m | £23,000 to £31,500 |
The Knaus Deseo 400 TR is differentiated by its two-berth, rear-loading garage and convertible lounge arrangement, with a recorded payload of 250 kg and MTPLM of 1500 kg. The allowed alternatives are also two-berth caravans, but their supplied data presents conventional model comparisons through dimensions, recorded weights and price ranges rather than garage capability. The better choice depends on whether cargo access and flexible loading matter more than the alternative's recorded layout, dimensions, weight figures or price range. Verify the individual caravan's specification and loading limits before deciding.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Knaus Deseo 400 TR ownership checks
- Keep a written loading plan for the garage, using the recorded payload of 250 kg as a limit rather than an allowance to exceed.
- Account for cargo position as well as cargo mass, particularly when using the rear-loading area and lashing points.
- Check access to storage and pitching locations against the caravan's length of 5.99 m, width of 2.3 m and height of 2.58 m.
- Because the interior converts between lounge and bed use, confirm that furniture is correctly secured and that the conversion remains practical with the garage loaded.
- Before towing, verify the individual caravan's plated weights and confirm that the loaded caravan remains within its MTPLM of 1500 kg.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating the recorded payload of 250 kg as a generic figure without checking the individual caravan's plate and fitted options.
- Selecting a storage pitch or access route without allowing for the recorded width of 2.3 m and height of 2.58 m.
- Loading bulky equipment without checking its mass, position and securing arrangement against the caravan's limits.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not identify age-related maintenance requirements or model-specific faults. Actual loading, equipment and weight figures require confirmation from the individual caravan's documentation.
Alternatives to the Knaus Deseo 400 TR
- Bailey Unicorn Deluxe Seville - Consider the Bailey Unicorn Deluxe Seville if a two-berth caravan with a longer recorded length of 6.47 m and MTPLM or GVW of 1424 kg is more suitable than the Deseo's rear-loading garage format; its recorded price range is £18500 to £33900.
- Bailey Unicorn Merida Black Edition - Consider the Bailey Unicorn Merida Black Edition if a two-berth caravan measuring 6.37 m with a recorded MTPLM or GVW of 1445 kg better matches your requirements; its recorded price range is £23000 to £31500.
- Bailey Unicorn Seville - Consider the Bailey Unicorn Seville if a two-berth caravan with a recorded length of 6.47 m and MTPLM or GVW of 1414 kg is preferable; its recorded price range is £14500 to £32995.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Knaus Deseo 400 TR.
- 8 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 Knaus Deseo 400 TR
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-18T06:17:00.552504+00:00