Catlins Pop-Top Slide-On Camper

Description

Catlins Pop-Top Slide-On Camper
Designed for New Zealand Adventure

Meet the Catlins Pop-Top Slide-On Camper — a purpose-built slide-on camper designed for New Zealand conditions. Named after one of NZ’s most rugged and beautiful corners, the Catlins camper is built to handle everything Aotearoa throws at you — from Fiordland rain and alpine cold to Northland heat and coastal salt air. Load it onto your 4WD ute and go anywhere, completely self-contained.

Interior Comfort & Living
• Private shower and Thetford toilet — full privacy wherever you camp
• Roof ventilation fans — airflow and comfort in NZ’s unpredictable weather
• 5kW diesel heater — essential for cold South Island nights and winter trips
• Slide-out storage drawer — extra room when you’re parked up
• Easy push-up pop-top roof — instant headroom at camp

Kitchen & Appliances
• Gas stove — cook a proper meal anywhere in NZ
• 30L 12V RV refrigerator — keeps kai fresh off-grid
• Gas-powered hot water system — hot showers even at remote campsites

Power & Energy System
• 400W solar panel system included — built for NZ’s long summer days
• 2000W inverter — run appliances and charge devices off-grid
• DC-to-DC battery charger — recharge while you drive between destinations

Water System
• 100L fresh water tank with level gauge
• 50L grey water tank with level gauge
• Generous capacity for multi-day freedom camping — no need to hunt for water top-ups

Outdoor & Exterior Features
• 270° awning — massive coverage for NZ’s mixed weather
• Outdoor shower with privacy tent — rinse off after a beach or river day
• Recovery board — built for NZ’s backcountry tracks and soft terrain
• External fuel tank — extended range for remote NZ destinations
• 4 x 5-inch spot lights — light up any DOC campsite or off-grid location
• 4 manual stabilising legs — solid and level on uneven NZ terrain
• Shovel included

Designed for New Zealand
The Catlins is engineered with the NZ lifestyle in mind — self-contained freedom camping, four-season capability, and the go-anywhere versatility that suits our tracks, gravel roads, and wild coastlines. Whether you’re doing a South Island loop, heading to the Coromandel, or disappearing into Northland for a week — the Catlins has you covered.
• Fully self-contained — NZ freedom camping certified ready
• Built for 4WD utes — go where caravans and motorhomes can’t
• Four-season ready — heater, solar, and insulation for year-round NZ use
• Everything included — no extra kits or add-ons required

Battery Upgrade Options
The Catlins Pop-Top comes standard with a 400W solar panel system already fitted. Choose your battery to complete the power setup — pick what suits your budget and how far off-grid you plan to go.
Option 1 — AGM Battery (Standard)
Best for: casual campers, weekend trips, budget-conscious buyers
• Sealed, maintenance-free absorbed glass mat technology
• Handles NZ’s rough roads and vibration well
• Reliable and proven in off-grid setups
• Pairs well with the included 400W solar for 2–3 day trips
• More affordable upfront cost

Option 2 — Lithium LiFePO4 Battery (Premium Upgrade)
Best for: serious off-gridders, extended freedom camping, full-time travellers
• Up to 3x more usable capacity than AGM at the same rated size
• Charges significantly faster from your included 400W solar panels
• Lighter weight — less load on your ute
• Performs better in cold temperatures — key for South Island winters
• 2000–5000+ charge cycles vs AGM’s 300–500
• Best choice for multi-week remote trips far from any power source