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Bailey Orion 430-4
RoamWorthy records the Bailey Orion 430-4 as a touring caravan. Recorded catalogue data: 4 berths; layout: French Bed; length 6.23m; width 2.19m; height 2.63m; MTPLM 1,247kg; payload 147kg; recorded price range £8,500 to £12,500. 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.
Bailey Orion 430-4 key facts
- Berths: 4
- MTPLM: 1247 kg
- MIRO: 1100 kg
- Payload: 147 kg
- Length: 6.23 m
- Width: 2.19 m
- Observed price range: £8,500 to £12,500
Key features
- Alu-Tech fully laminated five-part bodyshell assembly
- Rear fixed French double bed with under-bed storage
- Truma Combi heating and hot water system
- Full-width rear washroom with separate shower cubicle
- Lightweight design compatible with a wide range of tow cars
- Modern kitchen with Dometic refrigerator and integrated oven
- Durable GRP outer skin for increased impact resistance
Bailey Orion 430-4: compact four-berth caravan
The Bailey Orion 430-4 is a four-berth caravan with a fixed French bed, front lounge and end washroom layout. Its recorded length is 6.23 metres, with a width of 2.19 metres and a maximum technically permissible laden mass of 1247 kilograms. The recorded payload is 147 kilograms, so buyers should check the actual equipment fitted and the remaining payload before purchase.
- Four berths in a compact caravan body measuring 6.23 metres long and 2.19 metres wide.
- Fixed French bed, front lounge and end washroom layout types are recorded.
- Recorded MTPLM is 1247 kilograms, with a payload of 147 kilograms.
- Key listed equipment includes an Alu-Tech fully laminated five-part bodyshell, Truma Combi heating and hot water, a full-width rear washroom with separate shower cubicle, and a Dometic refrigerator with integrated oven.
- The recorded price range is £8500 to £12500, while current marketplace listings are recorded as zero.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. Confirm the exact installed equipment, measurements, weights and condition of any individual caravan. The supplied data does not record a production-year range.
Who should consider the Bailey Orion 430-4?
Who it suits
- Couples or small families wanting four berths in a relatively compact 6.23-metre caravan.
- Buyers who prioritise a fixed French bed and full-width rear washroom over extensive kitchen worktop or larger overhead lockers.
- Owners seeking a recorded MTPLM of 1247 kilograms, subject to checking the tow car and the individual caravan's actual loading.
Reasons to consider it
- The fixed French bed avoids converting the main sleeping area each night, while the front lounge provides the second sleeping area.
- The full-width rear washroom includes a separate shower cubicle, giving the compact layout a clearly defined washroom zone.
- The listed Alu-Tech bodyshell, GRP outer skin and Truma Combi heating and hot water system are relevant features for buyers considering construction and onboard comfort.
- The recorded payload of 147 kilograms provides a clear basis for planning equipment and personal loads, provided the figure is confirmed for the caravan being viewed.
What to check
- Check the plate and paperwork for the caravan's actual MTPLM, MIRO or equivalent recorded weights, and available payload.
- Confirm that the fixed French bed, under-bed storage, front lounge conversion and end-washroom arrangement match the buyer's intended use.
- Inspect the condition of the Alu-Tech bodyshell, GRP outer skin, windows, seals and interior fittings rather than relying on the model description alone.
- Measure the towing combination and storage space against the recorded length of 6.23 metres, width of 2.19 metres and height of 2.63 metres.
- Verify the operation and condition of the Truma Combi system, Dometic refrigerator, integrated oven and separate shower cubicle.
Worth knowing: The supplied price range is a guide rather than a valuation for a particular example. There are currently no recorded marketplace listings on the supplied database, so availability should be checked separately.
Compare the Bailey Orion 430-4 with similar models
| Model | Berths | MTPLM | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey Orion 430-4 | 4 | 1247 kg | 6.23 m | £8,500 to £12,500 |
| Bailey Pegasus Genoa | 4 | 1300 kg | 6.38 m | £11,500 to £24,500 |
| Sprite Alpine | 4 | 1284 kg | 6.45 m | £8,500 to £24,500 |
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.
Bailey Orion 430-4 ownership checks
- Plan loading around the recorded 147-kilogram payload. Include personal effects, leisure equipment, gas and other carried items within the confirmed limit.
- Use the 6.23-metre length, 2.19-metre width and 2.63-metre height when checking storage access, pitching space and towing clearances.
- Keep the fixed-bed and under-bed storage arrangement organised so carried items do not reduce the available payload beyond the confirmed limit.
- Test the front lounge conversion before touring, as it forms the second sleeping area in this four-berth layout.
- Check the end washroom, separate shower cubicle and kitchen equipment during handover, including the refrigerator and integrated oven.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating the recorded four berths as four fixed beds. The supplied layout identifies a fixed French bed and a front lounge that converts for sleeping.
- Assuming the recorded payload remains available after accessories and equipment have been fitted. Confirm the current figure for the individual caravan.
- Using the model-level dimensions without checking the actual caravan and any fitted equipment or storage arrangements.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not provide a production year, service history or known-fault record. Model-year, trim and optional-equipment differences require confirmation before maintenance or loading decisions.
Alternatives to the Bailey Orion 430-4
- Bailey Pegasus Genoa - Consider the Bailey Pegasus Genoa if you want another Bailey four-berth option measuring 6.38 metres, with a recorded MTPLM of 1300 kilograms and a recorded price range of £11500 to £24500.
- Sprite Alpine - Consider the Sprite Alpine if a four-berth caravan measuring 6.45 metres, with a recorded MTPLM of 1284 kilograms and a price range of £8500 to £24500, better fits your requirements.
- Swift Sprite Alpine - Consider the Swift Sprite Alpine for a four-berth alternative with a recorded length of 6.45 metres, MTPLM of 1284 kilograms and price range of £8500 to £24500.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Bailey Orion 430-4.
- 6 model images are recorded for this page and served from RoamWorthy-hosted media.
- 3 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 Bailey Orion 430-4
This page is supported by 3 recorded source groups.
- Manufacturer Official (model_media)
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-18T13:47:00.421241+00:00