Famous streamlined design
Airstream will always make an extraordinary line of superb travel trailers with graceful, aircraft-inspired aluminum clad bodies. Airstream's unique monocoque body shell has made it the most recognized trailer on the road for over 75 years. Every Airstream is built from the ground up according to the artisanship of veteran Airstream craftsmen.
Craftsmanship You Can See
The aluminum panels and rib structure are carefully riveted together by hand using hundreds to thousands of rivets. The result is a lightweight, yet strong body that's self-supporting and needs no separate frame. Spacers are then installed to provide for the insulation and the attachment of the interior walls and ceiling. Structural integrity is paramount to every Airstream trailer.
Shelter from the Storm
Airstream's construction process is unique among RV manufacturers, not just for the world-class materials it uses, but also for the very design of its process. The monocoque shell and chassis are assembled first. Then, before the interior skin and furniture are installed, Airstream tests each coach in its Category 2 Hurricane Force water check facilities. This method makes it easy for Airstream's on-the-line quality team to detect and remedy any leaks. Other RV manufacturers typically water check their products after the wall coverings, furniture and appliances have been installed. This makes it very difficult to detect leaks, especially those hidden behind bulky interior appointments.
Airstream's proprietary construction process also ensures easy serviceability for all components. Everything, from the furniture to the appliances, is brought in through the door of the Airstream for installation. This means that any item needing service can easily be accessed and even removed if necessary - through the door. Yes, this process is more labor intensive. Yes, this process costs more. But Airstream customers demand and deserve the best; our unique process ensures they get it.
NEW European range features
The new EU trailer fleet is being designed, tested & certified to match the capabilities of EU tow cars, narrower EU roads and specific EU adopted standards and national legislation:
- Range of optional equipment conceived - 'take only what you need'
- Gross weight reduced further by using lighter materials
- Approach/ departure angles increased for steeper drives/ ferry ramps
- Coupling height set to suit EU tow vehicles & directives
- Nose weight reduced circa 50% by measures incl. moving axle(s) forwards
- Completely new EU style chassis/ running gear and sandwich floor
- Layouts developed for balanced weight distribution & low inertia
- Fresh water tank placed close to or forwards of axle(s) to minimise risk of sway
- Stability evaluated & tested by consultant team against known benchmarks
- All models independently certified by the UK National Caravan Council
- Type approval applications in process for Dutch and German markets
- Bed sizes & fridge capacity maximised for user comfort
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