The new Hobby Vantana – cool, compact, comfortable

Fockbek, June 2016 – World first! In this case the term actually applies, because in the new SlimLine fridge* the Vantana van has a cooling unit on board that has not existed be-fore in this form in the caravanning sector. This is because the new compressor fridge, developed by Hobby in cooperation with Dometic, is – in contrast to every conventional fridge – installed transversely at the height of the upper cupboards. Thanks to a width of 1.40 metres it provides a capacity of 90 litres. Although the SlimLine fridge looks like a completely normal cupboard at first sight, its interior secret is discreetly hidden behind ad-justable flaps in the normal furniture decor. Its shape has been purposefully reworked so it has been possible to integrate the SlimLine fridge virtually seamlessly in the furniture front.

Inside, the SlimLine fridge presents itself with a really clever arrangement. There are spa-cious cooling compartments on the left and right and in the middle, between the two flaps, an extendable drinks compartment can be found. Common 0.7 litres drink bottles can be easily stored here. What is particularly convenient is that all the cooling compartments are at eye level and can thus be easily seen and conveniently loaded – an ideal solution for the compact vans in the Vantana series.

The details have also been perfected in the cookers and sinks for the 2017 season, which combine to form a seamless ergonomic unit connected to each other. When not in use they can be covered by a two-piece glass plate, which can be used as a work or storage surface. The kitchen has also been given indirect lighting on the underside.

A new compact washroom has impressively upgraded the sanitary area in the Vantana K60 Fs and K65. The small amount of space available is used particularly effectively with a wet room on the left side of the vehicle. This is because the new swivel toilet C 220 from Thetford is movable and allows lots of space to be created for showering. Another positive effect – this makes more space for the beds.

With Vantana customers can choose between different exterior colours and seven layout solutions with single and double beds. In terms of the furnishing, the options of two decor colours Ashai Ash in combination with Magnolia Metallic, and Karelia Pine in combination with Maroon Metallic are available.

* Technical specifications for Hobby SlimLine refrigerator according to regulation (EU) 517/2017:
tC02 eq = 0.058t
GWP (global warming potential) = 1430
contains greenhouse gases Refrigerant R 134a