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Rapido C Series C86i
RoamWorthy records the Rapido C Series C86i as a motorhome. Recorded catalogue data: 4 berths; layout: Island bed; length 6.99m; width 2.17m; height 2.89m; MTPLM 3,500kg; payload 445kg; base vehicle: Fiat Ducato; recorded price range £78,000 to £95,000. RoamWorthy currently links 1 live dealer listing to this model. Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. Check the individual listing and manufacturer documentation before purchase.
Rapido C Series C86i key facts
- Berths: 4
- GVW: 3500 kg
- Unladen weight: 3055 kg
- Payload: 445 kg
- Length: 6.99 m
- Width: 2.17 m
- Base vehicle: Fiat Ducato
- Observed price range: £78,000 to £95,000
- Available listings: 1
Key features
- Slimline 2.17m exterior width for easier manoeuvrability
- Luxurious rear island bed with adjustable headboard
- Integral A-class cab providing a panoramic driving view
- DUO'SPACE bathroom with rotating partition to optimise space
- Large heated garage with dual access for bikes and gear
- Extra drop-down double bed integrated into the cab ceiling
- Premium Rapido 'Nacarat' or 'Luceo' interior finish options
Rapido C Series C86i: compact A-class motorhome with an island bed
The Rapido C Series C86i is a four-berth A-class motorhome measuring 6.99 metres long, 2.17 metres wide and 2.89 metres high. Its island-bed layout, drop-down bed and 445-kilogram payload make it suited to buyers seeking a compact touring footprint without giving up two fixed sleeping areas. The recorded weight limit is 3500 kilograms, so the payload and driving-licence position should be checked against the completed vehicle and equipment.
- The 2.17-metre width is narrower than many A-class motorhomes and may be useful on tighter UK roads.
- The rear island bed is paired with a drop-down bed, providing four berths within the recorded layout.
- The L-shaped lounge, DUO'SPACE bathroom and garage are listed features, but their exact equipment should be confirmed on the individual vehicle.
- The recorded 445-kilogram payload needs to cover passengers, luggage, water, gas and fitted or carried equipment.
- The supplied price range is £78000 to £95000, with actual specification and condition requiring confirmation.
Who should consider the Rapido C Series C86i?
Who it suits
- Couples wanting a rear island bed in an A-class motorhome that is 2.17 metres wide.
- Owners needing four berths, with a permanent island bed and an additional drop-down bed.
- Buyers who value a 6.99-metre vehicle but still need garage storage and an integrated cab layout.
Reasons to consider it
- The combination of a 6.99-metre length and 2.17-metre width gives the C86i a relatively compact exterior footprint for its A-class and island-bed layout.
- The four-berth arrangement separates the rear island bed from the additional drop-down sleeping space, which can preserve daytime use of the lounge.
- A 445-kilogram recorded payload provides a clear starting point for assessing touring load, subject to the actual vehicle specification and equipment.
- The listed DUO'SPACE bathroom and large heated garage address two practical areas: washroom flexibility and storage for touring equipment.
What to check
- Confirm the individual vehicle's exact MTPLM or GVW, payload calculation and plated axle limits before purchase or loading.
- Measure access routes and storage spaces against the recorded 2.17-metre width and 2.89-metre height.
- Check how the L-shaped lounge, island bed and drop-down bed work for the intended occupants and whether all four travel seats are present and correctly belted.
- Verify the garage's dimensions, access and heating, rather than relying only on the listed feature description.
- Confirm whether the interior finish is Nacarat or Luceo and identify any optional equipment included in the asking price.
Worth knowing: Specifications can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment. The supplied data records four berths but does not provide a complete seating or belt configuration. The listed price range is a guide from the supplied data, not a valuation of an individual example.
Compare the Rapido C Series C86i with similar models
| Model | Berths | Maximum weight | Length | Typical price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapido C Series C86i | 4 | 3500 kg | 6.99 m | £78,000 to £95,000 |
| Rapido Series 8F 854F | 4 | 3500 kg | 6.70 m | £78,000 to £95,000 |
| Rapido 854F 140BHP Auto | 4 | 3500 kg | 6.70 m | £78,000 to £98,000 |
The Rapido C Series C86i occupies a specific middle ground: it offers four berths, an island bed and A-class integration in a 6.99-metre body that is 2.17 metres wide. The alternatives include shorter or longer vehicles, another 6.99-metre option with a different recorded weight limit, and overlapping or wider supplied price ranges. The right choice depends on the buyer's priorities around exterior dimensions, payload, layout, price and licence requirements, all of which should be checked against the individual vehicle.
Worth knowing: Specifications and prices can vary by model year, trim and optional equipment.
Ownership checks for the Rapido C Series C86i
- Keep a loading record based on the 3500-kilogram MTPLM or GVW and the recorded 445-kilogram payload, allowing for passengers, luggage, water, gas and accessories.
- Use the 2.17-metre width and 2.89-metre height when checking ferry bookings, storage, barriers, narrow access roads and low clearances.
- Before travel, secure items in the rear garage and account for how carried equipment affects the payload and axle loading.
- Practise the operating sequence and clearance requirements for the drop-down bed, especially with the L-shaped lounge in use.
- Check that the island bed and bathroom partition leave usable circulation space for the occupants and intended berth arrangement.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating the 3500-kilogram figure as available carrying capacity rather than the vehicle's recorded maximum weight.
- Assuming four berths automatically confirms four suitable travel seats or the required driving-licence position.
- Relying on the nominal dimensions without checking external additions or the exact individual vehicle.
Worth knowing: The supplied data does not identify a production year, so age-related maintenance guidance cannot be specified. Actual loading limits and equipment may vary by vehicle, trim and optional equipment.
Alternatives to the Rapido C Series C86i
- Rapido Series 8F 854F - Consider this if a 6.7-metre Rapido with four berths and a 3500-kilogram recorded weight limit is preferable within the supplied £78000 to £95000 range.
- Rapido 854F 140BHP Auto - Consider this if a 6.7-metre, four-berth Rapido with a 3500-kilogram recorded weight limit and a supplied price range up to £98000 better matches the requirement.
- Rapido 8096 DF - Consider this if a longer 7.49-metre, four-berth Rapido and a supplied price range of £85000 to £125000 are acceptable.
Data and source notes
- This page uses the maintained RoamWorthy record for the Rapido C Series C86i.
- 6 model images are recorded for this page and served from RoamWorthy-hosted media.
- 1 current linked dealer listing helps keep stock and price context connected to the model.
- 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 Rapido C Series C86i
This page is supported by 3 recorded source groups.
- Thompson Leisure (dealer_inventory)
- RoamWorthy maintained model catalogue (editorial_database)
- Web Exact Model (model_media)
Last reviewed: 2026-09-18T12:16:00.462559+00:00