|
|
|
|
|
What are the advantages of the Flagstaff 23 Australian model over a US model?
-
Durability and serviceability: Service, parts and
warranty are available in Australia directly from the appliance
manufacturers/suppliers plus the Forest River Australia dealer network
and fully backed by the US manufacturer.
-
More rugged design to suit Australian conditions
-
A large range of spare parts are stocked in Australia.
-
Left hand door with slide on right is more suitable
for Australian caravan parks and complies with every State
Government’s transport requirements.
-
Electrical appliances are 240 volt not 120 volt
running through a transformer.
-
Gas appliance are built to run on Australian LPG which
is different from US LPG (which use Automotive LPG)
-
Overall height is substantially lower than most US
models improving wind resistance and fuel efficiency.
-
The goose-neck (front raised area of the FIFTH WHEEL)
is lower than US models. The Flagstaff 23 is designed specially to
suit Australian utes and similar that have lower tray heights than US
pick-ups. This allows a taller bedroom and still a low profile unit.
-
The ATM of the Flagstaff, at 2490 kg, is specifically
designed to allow it to be towed by many standard Australia utes.
|
|
|
|  |
|
|
(Click on Question for Answer)
How much do they cost to buy, maintain, register, and insure?
What are the advantages of the Flagstaff 23 Australian model over a US model?
Where can I get my fifth wheel insured?
Why American built 5th wheels?
What is the fuel economy when
towing?
What about spare parts availability?
Do you have 5th wheel departure/arrival checklists? Yes,
click here
for Word format,
click here
for text file (RTF) format.
Why haven't they been popular in Australia before?
Why a fifth wheel?
Why do they handle well?
Why Forest River Australia and Flagstaff?
How do I determine towing weights of 5th wheelers?
How is the Flagstaff constructed?
Why are they called fifth wheels?
What will I need to tow them - vehicle, accessories, hitch?
What are the main features and benefits of a 5th wheel?
What are slides? How do they work?
Will I have trouble fitting into a caravan park?
What sort of people are buying them?
Can I get a satellite television service for my fifth wheel?
How do you deal with the different electricity voltage of US manufactured 5th
Wheels?
What about the LP gas?
Glossary of terms.
US/Australian translations.
Does the lower front section (goose neck)
allow a larger bedroom, lower overall height etc?
What vehicles can I use to tow the Flagstaff 23?
What should I consider when buying an RV?
|