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Hymer Nova 485 GL
RoamWorthy records the Hymer Nova 485 GL as a touring caravan. Recorded catalogue data: 4 berths; length 7.21m; width 2.30m; height 2.62m; MTPLM 1,700kg; payload 170kg; recorded price £26,190. 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.
Hymer Nova 485 GL key facts
- Berths: 4
- MTPLM: 1700 kg
- MIRO: 1530 kg
- Payload: 170 kg
- Length: 7.21 m
- Width: 2.3 m
- Observed price range: £26,190
Hymer Nova 485 GL: key facts
The Hymer Nova 485 GL is a four-berth caravan with a recorded MTPLM of 1,700 kg and payload of 170 kg. Its dimensions, layout and equipment are not supplied, so the individual caravan listing and documentation need checking.
- Four-berth caravan specification
- Recorded MTPLM of 1,700 kg
- Recorded payload of 170 kg
- Unladen weight recorded as 1,530 kg
- Dimensions, layout and equipment require confirmation
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. No current marketplace listings are recorded for this model. The supplied information does not confirm the caravan's equipment or layout.
Who the Hymer Nova 485 GL suits
Who it suits
- Buyers seeking a four-berth caravan who can work within a recorded MTPLM of 1,700 kg.
- Buyers prepared to verify the specific caravan's dimensions, layout, equipment and condition before purchase.
Reasons to consider it
- It has a recorded four-berth capacity.
- Its recorded payload is 170 kg, providing a defined basis for checking loading requirements.
- The recorded unladen weight is 1,530 kg, allowing the buyer to compare the caravan's weight figures with the towing vehicle.
What to check
- Confirm the specific caravan's actual layout, because no layout type is supplied.
- Check dimensions before assessing storage, access and towing suitability.
- Verify the specific caravan's equipment and condition against its documentation.
- Check the MTPLM, unladen weight and available payload on the individual caravan's paperwork.
- Use a towing compatibility calculation with the intended car.
Worth knowing: The recorded payload may not describe every individual caravan if equipment or specification differs. There is no supplied price range or current listing count to establish current market availability.
Compare the Hymer Nova 485 GL with similar models
| Model | Berths | MTPLM | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hymer Nova 485 GL | 4 | 1700 kg | Varies | Varies |
| Coachman Vip | 4 | 1650 kg | 7.43 m | £18,000 to £39,500 |
| Bailey Unicorn Pamplona | 4 | 1750 kg | 7.92 m | £14,500 to £38,500 |
The Hymer Nova 485 GL has a recorded four-berth capacity, MTPLM of 1,700 kg and payload of 170 kg, but its dimensions and layout are not supplied. The listed alternatives provide stated lengths, weights and price ranges, so they may be easier to compare at this stage. The right choice depends on the specific caravan's confirmed layout, equipment, condition, documentation and towing compatibility.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Hymer Nova 485 GL ownership checks
- Keep the documented MTPLM of 1,700 kg and unladen weight of 1,530 kg in view when loading.
- Treat the 170 kg payload as a limit to verify against equipment, personal items and any additions on the specific caravan.
- Confirm the four-berth arrangement before planning sleeping use, because the detailed layout is not supplied.
- Record the caravan's actual dimensions from its documentation before checking storage or towing access.
- Recheck the specific caravan's paperwork if optional equipment or other changes affect its recorded weights.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming the four-berth specification confirms a particular interior layout.
- Treating the recorded payload as transferable without checking the individual caravan's equipment and documentation.
Worth knowing: No dimensions, layout or equipment details are supplied for this model entry. The source notes that specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Alternatives to the Hymer Nova 485 GL
- Coachman Vip - The Coachman Vip is another four-berth option, with a supplied length of 7.43 m and MTPLM or GVW of 1,650 kg. Its supplied price range is £18,000 to £39,500.
- Bailey Unicorn Pamplona - The Bailey Unicorn Pamplona is another four-berth option, with a supplied length of 7.92 m and MTPLM or GVW of 1,750 kg. Its supplied price range is £14,500 to £38,500.
- Bailey Unicorn Deluxe Pamplona - The Bailey Unicorn Deluxe Pamplona is another four-berth option, with a supplied length of 7.82 m and MTPLM or GVW of 1,759 kg. Its supplied price range is £20,000 to £38,000.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Hymer Nova 485 GL.
- 6 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 Hymer Nova 485 GL
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-18T06:54:07.999147+00:00