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Bailey Orion 440-4
RoamWorthy records the Bailey Orion 440-4 as a touring caravan. Recorded catalogue data: 4 berths; layout: End Washroom; length 6.38m; width 2.19m; height 2.63m; MTPLM 1,247kg; payload 147kg; recorded price range £8,500 to £13,500. 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 440-4 key facts
- Berths: 4
- MTPLM: 1247 kg
- MIRO: 1100 kg
- Payload: 147 kg
- Length: 6.38 m
- Width: 2.19 m
- Observed price range: £8,500 to £13,500
Key features
- Alu-Tech fully timberless bodyshell construction
- Fixed rear French bed with premium mattress
- Lightweight design compatible with a wide range of tow vehicles
- Whale floor-mounted space heater and water heater
- Spacious front lounge with panoramic windows
- Full-width rear washroom with separate shower cubicle
- Thetford 107-litre refrigerator and Spinflo oven/grill
Bailey Orion 440-4: key points
The Bailey Orion 440-4 is a four-berth caravan with a fixed French bed, side dinette and end washroom. Its recorded dimensions are 6.38 metres long, 2.19 metres wide and 2.63 metres high, with an MTPLM of 1247 kilograms, a payload of 147 kilograms and a recorded price range of £8500 to £13500.
- The layout combines a fixed French bed with a side dinette and end washroom.
- The recorded body uses Bailey’s Alu-Tech fully timberless bodyshell construction.
- The recorded specification lists a Whale floor-mounted space heater and water heater.
- Kitchen equipment listed in the supplied data includes a Thetford 107-litre refrigerator and Spinflo oven and grill.
- The recorded dimensions and MTPLM should be checked against the specific caravan, because specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not identify a production year range. The marketplace currently records no listings for this model. Confirm the exact equipment, weights and condition with the seller before purchase.
Who should consider the Bailey Orion 440-4?
Who it suits
- Couples wanting a fixed French bed while retaining four berths.
- Buyers seeking a relatively compact caravan with a recorded length of 6.38 metres and width of 2.19 metres.
- Tourers whose tow vehicle is suitable for the recorded MTPLM of 1247 kilograms, subject to a proper weight and compatibility check.
Reasons to consider it
- The fixed French bed avoids converting the main sleeping area each night.
- The side dinette and front lounge provide distinct seating and sleeping functions within the four-berth layout.
- The end washroom and separate shower cubicle support on-board washing facilities.
- The recorded payload of 147 kilograms gives a defined allowance for personal equipment, but it must be managed carefully.
- The recorded price range of £8500 to £13500 places this model below the supplied ranges for some alternatives, although condition and specification will affect actual value.
What to check
- Confirm the actual MTPLM, payload and plated weights on the specific caravan.
- Measure the available storage and kitchen worktop space if extended touring or family use is intended.
- Check that the 2.19-metre width and 2.63-metre height suit the planned storage, access route and pitch use.
- Verify the fixed French bed, side dinette, end washroom and separate shower cubicle are present and match the advertised layout.
- Check the condition and operation of the Alu-Tech bodyshell, heating, water heating, refrigerator, oven and grill.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not provide a production year, so age-related comparisons cannot be made. Specifications may vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. There are currently no recorded marketplace listings, so availability may be limited.
Compare the Bailey Orion 440-4 with similar models
| Model | Berths | MTPLM | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey Orion 440-4 | 4 | 1247 kg | 6.38 m | £8,500 to £13,500 |
| 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 |
The Bailey Orion 440-4 combines four berths, a fixed French bed, a side dinette and an end washroom with a recorded length of 6.38 metres, MTPLM of 1247 kilograms and price range of £8500 to £13500. The supplied alternatives offer different balances of length, MTPLM and price range, so the appropriate choice depends on the tow vehicle, required interior layout, budget and the verified condition and equipment of the individual caravan.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Ownership checks for the Bailey Orion 440-4
- Keep the payload of 147 kilograms in mind when loading clothing, food, leisure equipment and fluids.
- Use the recorded length of 6.38 metres, width of 2.19 metres and height of 2.63 metres when checking storage, access and pitch dimensions.
- Allow for the fixed French bed when planning storage and movement through the interior.
- Test the front lounge conversion if the caravan is to be used as a full four-berth.
- Maintain an inventory of fitted and carried equipment so the recorded payload is not exceeded.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Assuming the four-berth rating removes the need to check the actual loaded weight.
- Relying on catalogue dimensions without checking the specific caravan and its optional equipment.
- Overlooking the effect of the fixed French bed and side dinette on available storage and floor space.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not identify model age or a maintenance schedule. Have the caravan’s actual condition, equipment and plated weights confirmed before relying on these checks.
Alternatives to the Bailey Orion 440-4
- Bailey Pegasus Genoa - Consider the Bailey Pegasus Genoa if you want four berths and the same recorded length of 6.38 metres, but with a higher recorded MTPLM of 1300 kilograms and a price range of £11500 to £24500.
- Sprite Alpine - Consider the Sprite Alpine if you want four berths and a slightly longer recorded length of 6.45 metres, with an MTPLM of 1284 kilograms and a price range of £8500 to £24500.
- Swift Sprite Alpine - Consider the Swift Sprite Alpine for the same four-berth, 6.45-metre and 1284-kilogram recorded figures as the Sprite Alpine alternative, with a price range of £8500 to £24500.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Bailey Orion 440-4.
- 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 Bailey Orion 440-4
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-18T03:38:00.482837+00:00