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Hymer Nova 555 DB

RoamWorthy records the Hymer Nova 555 DB as a touring caravan. Recorded catalogue data: 2 to 4 berths; layout: French Bed; length 7.66m; width 2.30m; height 2.62m; MTPLM 1,700kg; payload 215kg; recorded price range £14,500 to £32,000. 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.

Hymer Nova 555 DB key facts

  • Berths: 2-4
  • MTPLM: 1700 kg
  • MIRO: 1485 kg
  • Payload: 215 kg
  • Length: 7.66 m
  • Width: 2.3 m
  • Observed price range: £14,500 to £32,000

Key features

  • Patented PUAL wood-free wall construction for superior insulation
  • Large U-shaped rear seating group with luxury upholstery
  • Fixed longitudinal French bed with cold foam mattress
  • AL-KO galvanised chassis with Delta axle for enhanced stability
  • High-capacity Truma Combi heating system
  • Spacious corner washroom with integrated shower and vanity
  • Large panoramic roof light for a bright, airy interior

Hymer Nova 555 DB: key points

The Hymer Nova 555 DB is a large caravan for couples or small families, with a French bed, U-shaped lounge and end washroom layout. Its recorded dimensions and MTPLM make towing compatibility, payload and site access important checks.

  • Sleeps between two and four people.
  • The recorded layout combines a fixed French bed, U-shaped lounge and end washroom.
  • Length is 7.66 metres, width is 2.3 metres and height is 2.62 metres.
  • Recorded MTPLM is 1700 kg, with a payload of 215 kg.
  • Recorded price range is £14,500 to £32,000, subject to specification and condition.

Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. The supplied data does not identify a production-year range or a current listing. Confirm the exact plated weights, layout and equipment on any individual caravan.

Who the Hymer Nova 555 DB suits

Who it suits

  • Couples wanting a fixed French bed and a separate end washroom.
  • Buyers who need sleeping capacity between two and four berths, with a U-shaped lounge for daytime use.

Reasons to consider it

  • The 7.66-metre body offers a substantial interior footprint for the specified fixed-bed and end-washroom arrangement.
  • The 215 kg recorded payload gives scope for touring equipment, although the usable allowance must be checked against the actual caravan plate and fitted options.
  • The U-shaped lounge provides a defined seating area while the French bed avoids converting the main lounge for sleeping.

What to check

  • Check that the tow car is suitable for the recorded 1700 kg MTPLM and the caravan's actual noseweight.
  • Measure storage, loading and pitch access against the recorded 7.66-metre length, 2.3-metre width and 2.62-metre height.
  • Confirm whether the individual caravan has the stated construction, heating, washroom and chassis equipment, as these details may vary.
  • Inspect the payload calculation after optional equipment, personal effects and touring equipment are included.

Worth knowing: The supplied description and feature list contain equipment claims, but the source data does not tie each item to a specific model year or individual listing. The premium price range should not be treated as evidence of condition, specification or value for a particular caravan.

Compare the Hymer Nova 555 DB with similar models

ModelBerthsMTPLMLengthTypical price
Hymer Nova 555 DB41700 kg7.66 m£14,500 to £32,000
Coachman Vip41650 kg7.43 m£18,000 to £39,500
Elddis Crusader Zephyr41650 kg7.55 m£18,000 to £38,000

Compare the recorded specifications, layout and marketplace information, then confirm the exact model year and trim before choosing.

Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.

Hymer Nova 555 DB ownership checks

  • Plan storage and campsite access around the 7.66-metre length, 2.3-metre width and 2.62-metre height.
  • Keep a written payload calculation because the recorded allowance is 215 kg and the MTPLM is 1700 kg.
  • Use the four-berth maximum as a planning figure only, and check the exact sleeping arrangement and available storage when carrying more than two occupants.
  • Allow for the fixed French bed and end washroom when arranging internal loading, so heavier items remain within the permitted limits and suitable axle loading.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Assuming the recorded 215 kg payload remains available after optional equipment and personal kit are added.
  • Checking only the tow vehicle's headline towing capacity without confirming the caravan's plated weights and practical noseweight limits.
  • Overlooking the body's height and width when planning storage, access or pitch selection.

Worth knowing: The supplied data does not provide a service history, condition assessment or known-fault record. Confirm all weights and dimensions from the specific caravan's documentation.

Alternatives to the Hymer Nova 555 DB

  • Coachman Vip - The Coachman Vip is a four-berth alternative with a shorter recorded length of 7.43 metres, a 1650 kg recorded MTPLM or GVW figure, and a recorded price range of £18,000 to £39,500.
  • Elddis Crusader Zephyr - The Elddis Crusader Zephyr offers four berths, a 7.55-metre recorded length and a 1650 kg recorded MTPLM or GVW figure, with a recorded price range of £18,000 to £38,000.
  • Coachman Laser - The Coachman Laser is a four-berth alternative with a longer recorded length of 7.9 metres and a 1850 kg recorded MTPLM or GVW figure, with a recorded price range of £18,000 to £46,000.

Data and source notes

  • This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Hymer Nova 555 DB.
  • 7 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 555 DB

This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.

Last reviewed: 2026-09-17T19:36:18.509399+00:00