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Swift Bessacarr 495
RoamWorthy records the Swift Bessacarr 495 as a motorhome. Recorded catalogue data: 6 berths; layout: Rear Kitchen; length 7.75m; width 2.38m; height 3.10m; MTPLM 4,250kg; payload 835kg; base vehicle: Fiat Ducato; recorded price range £42,000 to £72,000. 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.
Swift Bessacarr 495 key facts
- Berths: 6
- GVW: 4005 kg
- Unladen weight: 3415 kg
- Payload: 835 kg
- Length: 7.75 m
- Width: 2.38 m
- Base vehicle: Fiat Ducato
- Observed price range: £42,000 to £72,000
Key features
- Six belted travel seats for safe family transport
- Spacious over-cab double bed with comfortable mattress
- Large rear U-shaped lounge (depending on year) or double dinette
- Truma Combi heating and hot water system
- High-specification kitchen with oven, grill, and microwave
- Panoramic SunRoof for a bright, airy interior
- Thatcham Category 7 tracked pre-installed for security
Swift Bessacarr 495: key facts
The Swift Bessacarr 495 is a six-berth motorhome with an over-cab bed, rear U-shaped lounge, double dinette and end kitchen. Its recorded dimensions are 7.75m long, 2.38m wide and 3.1m high, with a recorded payload of 835kg. The recorded MTPLM is 4250kg, so the driving-licence position requires checking.
- Six berths are recorded, with an over-cab bed, rear U-shaped lounge, double dinette and end kitchen listed among the layouts.
- The recorded length, width and height are 7.75m, 2.38m and 3.1m respectively, which should be considered when planning routes and storage.
- Recorded weights are 4250kg MTPLM, 4005kg GVW and 835kg payload. These figures and their meaning should be confirmed against the individual vehicle documents.
- The supplied editorial lists six belted travel seats, but buyers should verify the exact vehicle and its approval documentation.
- The supplied feature list mentions Truma Combi heating and hot water, a kitchen with oven, grill and microwave, a Panoramic SunRoof and Thatcham Category 7 tracked security. Equipment can vary by year, trim and optional specification.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. The source data does not provide a production-year range. The current marketplace listing count is zero, so availability should be checked separately.
Who should consider the Swift Bessacarr 495?
Who it suits
- Families or groups needing a recorded six-berth layout and the flexibility of an over-cab bed, rear lounge and double dinette.
- Buyers who value a substantial payload on paper, with 835kg recorded, and who can accommodate a motorhome measuring 7.75m long, 2.38m wide and 3.1m high.
- Tourers looking for an end-kitchen layout rather than a compact front kitchen arrangement, subject to confirming the specific vehicle.
Reasons to consider it
- The recorded six-berth capacity is matched by the supplied editorial claim of six belted travel seats, although the exact vehicle documentation should confirm this.
- The rear U-shaped lounge and double dinette provide different living and sleeping possibilities within the recorded layout options.
- The 835kg recorded payload gives scope for passengers and equipment, provided the actual plated weights and loaded axle limits are checked.
- The supplied feature list identifies Truma Combi heating and hot water, a kitchen with oven, grill and microwave, and a Panoramic SunRoof. Their presence should be confirmed on the vehicle being considered.
What to check
- Confirm the vehicle's plated MTPLM, GVW, axle limits and actual payload. The supplied records show 4250kg MTPLM, 4005kg GVW and 835kg payload, but individual examples and documentation require checking.
- Confirm the driving-licence requirement before purchase, particularly because the recorded MTPLM is 4250kg and the supplied editorial notes that a C1 licence may be required.
- Measure access, storage and parking arrangements against the recorded 7.75m length, 2.38m width and 3.1m height.
- Verify the exact berth, belted-seat and layout configuration, since specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
- Check which listed equipment is fitted, including the heating and hot-water system, kitchen appliances, roof feature and tracked security.
Worth knowing: No production years are supplied, so age-related condition and specification cannot be assessed from the record alone. There are no current marketplace listings recorded in the supplied data. The price range recorded for the model is 42000 to 72000, but an individual vehicle's condition, age and equipment may affect its asking price.
Compare the Swift Bessacarr 495 with similar models
| Model | Berths | Maximum weight | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swift Bessacarr 495 | 6 | 4250 kg | 7.75 m | £42,000 to £72,000 |
| Swift Kon Tiki | 6 | 4250 kg | 7.30 m | £35,000 to £120,000 |
| Auto-Trail Apache | 6 | 4250 kg | 7.45 m | £35,000 to £85,000 |
The Swift Bessacarr 495 stands out in this comparison for its recorded six-berth capacity, 835kg payload and combination of over-cab bed, rear U-shaped lounge, double dinette and end kitchen. Its 7.75m length, 2.38m width, 3.1m height and 4250kg MTPLM require careful consideration of routes, storage and driving-licence requirements. The alternatives offer different recorded lengths, weight figures and price ranges, so the more suitable choice depends on the buyer's priorities and the exact vehicle available.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Ownership points for a Swift Bessacarr 495
- Keep a written loading plan for passengers, water, gas, luggage and outdoor equipment. The recorded payload is 835kg, but the individual vehicle's plated limits and axle limits remain controlling.
- Check height barriers and route restrictions against the recorded 3.1m height, and allow for the recorded 2.38m width on narrow roads and in confined sites.
- Allow for the 7.75m overall length when choosing parking, turning points and storage arrangements.
- Use the six-berth layout deliberately: confirm how the over-cab bed, rear U-shaped lounge and double dinette are arranged for sleeping before loading bedding and personal equipment.
- Keep licence and weight documentation available. The recorded MTPLM is 4250kg, and the supplied editorial flags that a C1 licence may be needed.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating the recorded 835kg payload as a universal allowance without checking the actual vehicle's plated weights and fitted equipment.
- Assuming that every Bessacarr 495 has identical seating, layout or equipment, despite the supplied variation note.
- Underestimating the practical effect of the recorded 3.1m height, 2.38m width and 7.75m length when selecting routes or storage.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not identify a production year, so age-specific maintenance advice cannot be given. Equipment and specifications may vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Alternatives to the Swift Bessacarr 495
- Swift Kon Tiki - Consider the Swift Kon Tiki if you want another recorded six-berth Swift with a shorter 7.3m length and a recorded 4250kg MTPLM or GVW figure. Its recorded price range is 35000 to 120000, so the examples available may differ substantially.
- Auto-Trail Apache - Consider the Auto-Trail Apache if a recorded six-berth motorhome measuring 7.45m is preferable. It has a recorded 4250kg MTPLM or GVW figure and a price range of 35000 to 85000.
- Bailey Autograph 79 6 - Consider the Bailey Autograph 79 6 if a slightly longer recorded six-berth alternative at 7.98m appeals, with a recorded 3850kg MTPLM or GVW figure and a price range of 45000 to 75000.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Swift Bessacarr 495.
- 3 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 Swift Bessacarr 495
This page is supported by 2 recorded source groups.
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-18T03:40:40.657566+00:00