Love this. Perfect camper for me, wife, and the dog. No useless extra sleeping taking up space. Has everything you need without a bunch of extra uselessness.
Great, compact layout and setup for a solo traveler! Amazing what can be accomplished when the goal isn't to cram in a family of 6 + dog and waste all that precious space on bunk beds and table conversions. Wish we could see more like this one.
Yes, you should take them up on their offer to go to Australia and take part in their get together. Take your cameras so we can enjoy, too. Thanks for another good review, so folks can be well informed and make good decisions with their hard earned money. Have a great day!
@@robertwilson1827I won’t say I have done extensive research, but I’ve been looking for a good 6 months. Reviewing and comparing a lot of them. This is a stand up, little moving parts and no nonsense gadgetry. Less things to break or go wrong. Great suspension, where the others are rubber on rubber for off-road. If you’re like me looking for an off-road RV and not having to deal with “setting up” and things to deteriorate in a few years like hybrids, this would be it. I find this is a very simple RV, that will get you out there and give you some creature comforts. I’ve personally checked out the 15HR and was very pleased with what I saw. Unfortunately it’s a little too heavy for my truck, that’s why I have been cross comparing the 12HR with other stand up, hard shelled off road RVs which far and few. The other one I love a lot is the BRS Pursuit, but that’s twice the price of this unit, then again you get what you pay for. This definitely is a bang for your buck off road RV.
I have a 200 ampere-hour Lithium on my MDC camper--but it is not so much the size of the battery that determines the current draw. It is the TYPE of battery. My 3 old 100 ampere-hour lead-acid batteries one could draw well over 100 amps--but for a Lithium storage system you need to buy the battery size that allows for the maximum current you wish to draw therefrom, and the length of time you wish to draw that current. I use a two KVA inverter on mine and I also use a different charger than original charger because of the need to charge Lithium batteries, which were not an option on the original charger. For an air conditioner in a hot climate during the day, that usually means TWO three hundred ampere-hour LiFePO4 batteries in parallel if the BMS allows it, or through a parallel switching arrangement common draw circuit if it does not. Most of the mods to my Cruizer High-Side which I made, based on my own requirements, are now standard issue on the new models. That includes thermostat-controlled forced filtered ventilation in the refrigerator compartment, diesel hearing for the interior, gas-strut canopy elevation, external lift-up shower enclosure, and heavy duty shower pump and extra stream-water biological filtration if one ever needs top up the tanks in a remote location. For getting into strange places, choose the appropriate model. There is no other trailer like them. When the track ends--then you make it your base camp and pack your tent in your Mountain Mule pack and start hiking to the geographic extremes. You will have a soft bed and comfort when you return.
He mentions pulling with a 4 Runner (5,000 pound capability) then later, says this trailer will be 5,500 or 6,000 pounds. Also saying that you want to be under what the tow vehicle can pull, loaded. True. So I don’t think my 4 Runner would tow this trailer on other than flat roads. 😢
32" AT tires, coil spring suspension, fully articulating hitch/coupler, secure cabinet latching, easy to clean and only 18.3' long = a real off road trailer! Unfortunately, not all of us live in Australia's Outback and a slide out kitchen will only suite fair weather campers in the States.
This is a really nice Overland Setup; however, at 62K USD and 4500 lbs dry, no freaking way. I tow my VRF flyer (1800 Lbs) through the wilderness with my Bronco Raptor and I know its there the entire time. I couldn't imagine one of these loaded at 6000 Lbs trying to climb a hill or crossing a creek. It is without a doubt a beautiful trailer.
That's the MSRP. They're selling for much less than that. Did a search and I'm seeing them being offered for 49k. Probably some additional room for negotiation as well.
When you go camping you spend most of your time outside enjoying nature..nice setup for a couple, but what is the price point and where can I get one close to Long Island New York
The Big issues with MDC is 0 weather proofing under neath and no resistance to cold, lack of walkable roof and access, bad plumbing, slightly undersized solar capacity and typical cheap Chinese construction. Oh those annoying cabinet latches.... Designs are nice, frame and suspension are bombproof. I have been living with an East West for 1.5 years and use it for work as well.
How did I miss this video???!!!! Ideal size!!!! I’m sold!!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍 I LOVE the BRS Pursuit, but I can settle for this beauty! Can that sitting area be converted to a sleeping area as well in the future???!! Can a fridge be put in place instead of that upright closet???!!!
When going off road camping/overlanding, I don't see the purpose in towing a bed because that's what you're actually doing. I do 4wd camping and glamping. They are both separate things.
This one is high on our list for our next trailer, BUT not until it gets the same front storage box that the Fortè 9 and the 15E have. That’s the best front storage ever! We will get one of the three…..
How can they sell in Europe less than 2500 LBS three season camping trailers, that are even a smidge larger than this one and are proven to last for decades? Or asking the question another way: why can't they do that in North America?
It looks nice, but it isn't lightweight. The dry weight is already close to the max towing capacity of 4Runner's, and well past other off-roading vehicles like most Jeeps. And for $62,000, I'd expect lighter weight materials to be used.
That’s a neat trailer but it’s more of a gravel road campground trailer. There’s a reason I have a patriot x3 and it’s been through a lot with mud and rocks and off camber it’s been places that trailer is not designed to go. That’s like a lot of other “off-road” trailers that are designed to get in on the off-road trailer trend like the jayco and many others. Good review and video though
This is definitely more capable than a Jayco. MDC is not jumping on a trend and has been making trailers for almost twice as long as Patriot. MDC has been making off road trailers for almost 20 years and have delivered more off road products than any other manufacturer into the Australia outback. Patriots are extremely small tent trailers and are very capable but MDC has trailers equally capable as Patriots. 😊
@@Dcj01 they have portable units that work great with a trailer, I have 4 lithium batteries in my x3 and I can power the portable ac for days. The EcoFlow wave 2 works great and adds a heat pump to the mix but it already has a diesel heater so no need to to use that. Plus the x3 has similar luxury but for about 1500lbs less and a lower center of gravity which is huge if you actually take it off-road and not just gravel roads
There is not an inside fridge. Stock it has 200amps of lithium but can be increased to over 1000 amps. The stock solar is 300 but can also be increased with briefcase panels. (Not a lot of room on the small roof
huge miss for them to not install an inverter with a transfer switch that will power all the power outlets. who wants to run cords all over the camper to use 120 volts?
@@ROAOffRoad Thanks for the info. I'm tossing-up between the MDC and a Jayco Crosstrak. Similar features, but the Crosstrack has a great outside kitchen that's easily accessible and with a lift up panel that also offers quick protection from the elements without putting an awning out.
Make a mod where you can rotate the mattress into a north south supported position for sleeping and you got it made!!! (I can’t stand E/W beds.. they are a PAIN to make.) 😝
@@mickeynolan1559 sorry but this comment shows how little you understand quality and how things are constructed. It’s like saying that Mercedes-Benz or BMW is so expensive compared to Kia soul. Or like saying “BMW, $90k 4 wheels WTF” 😂😉
Yeah, no. It’s very top heavy. I’d hate to drive that thing during heavy winds. The body of it appears to sit way to high over the axle as well. Wouldn’t take much to lay that thing on it side especially bouncing around off the pavement. They could have lower the ceiling height a couple 3 inches to help somewhat with that. From what I could see the “kitchen” area has very little awning covering it and zero cover for the refrig. I’d bet money that’s not a real queen size bed either. Highly likely it’s an “RV” queen which are several inches shorter. Hard pass for me.
It is not top heavy. The trailer is made of aluminum materials and it makes light weight overall. It is balanced very good. We just towed this unit hundreds of miles in extremely high winds on I-80. Also took it off road and never felt like it was tippy. It looks tall in the video but is not that much in real life. It mattress is 80” long by 57” wide.
Ok lets be real here, if a company calls something OFF ROAD Trailer and call it light weight it should be rated for Jeeps and Broncos most of Americans Off road people are Jeeps and Broncos... Who the hell wants or needs a TV when you are off road... Come on people if you want a TV get a camper NOT a off road trailer.
Power Wagons, Jeep Gladiators, Ford Raptors, Rebels, Tremors, ATC, Toyota TRDPro, Ranger, Land Rover, Defender, 4Runners… There is over a dozen great off road vehicles that tow well over 6000lbs and would have zero problems towing this. Everything else you said is your opinion and it kinda silly. Many people love to have a TV to watch on a late rainy day.
@@ROAOffRoad Someone took offense to that LOL.. Again Jeeps and Broncos are the most common Off road vehicles.. Of course the full size trucks you listed can pull it LOL however the 4Runner is 5k towing, Land rover only 1 model can pull over 5k, Rangers need the perfect setup to pull over 5k hell the Ranger raptor can only pull 5100.. So yes do some research before speaking, and to my original point 75% of off roading Vehicles in America are jeeps and Broncos and the smaller SUVS and trucks.
These small campers are useless for those of us that live in the Southwest. If you run your AC 24 hours a day and down here everybody would there's no way you can get by without a generator and you need a generator to be able to power the AC full blast for 24 hours or 12 hours for that matter or at all. Solar panels are not going to cut it
This is the worst trailer I have ever seen. $50,000 for a no name brand 12 ft that weigh 6,000 lbs? And with kitchen outside? Not too many SUV or truck could tow it. And made in China?
This is absolutely not true… I have seen the factory. I know exactly where BS was made and where OBI are made. MDC oversees their own factory and exclusively builds their trailers in it. They are not on the same level. MDC has been around for almost 20 years and is considered the top manufacturer in Australia. Do your research and you will see Black Series was a copy cat.
Love this. Perfect camper for me, wife, and the dog. No useless extra sleeping taking up space. Has everything you need without a bunch of extra uselessness.
It's a great, minimal and functional floor plan. We love it!
This is a great step up from tenting and a truly great one-person trailer. If I was single I would jump on this!
Great, compact layout and setup for a solo traveler! Amazing what can be accomplished when the goal isn't to cram in a family of 6 + dog and waste all that precious space on bunk beds and table conversions. Wish we could see more like this one.
Yes, you should take them up on their offer to go to Australia and take part in their get together. Take your cameras so we can enjoy, too. Thanks for another good review, so folks can be well informed and make good decisions with their hard earned money. Have a great day!
Thanks for the compliment. We will probably end up going. We have been invited a bunch already. 😊
MDC is killing it!
MDC definitely has it dialed in. This trailer is perfect for a couple.
How is it better than the rest on the market, please?
@@robertwilson1827I won’t say I have done extensive research, but I’ve been looking for a good 6 months. Reviewing and comparing a lot of them.
This is a stand up, little moving parts and no nonsense gadgetry. Less things to break or go wrong. Great suspension, where the others are rubber on rubber for off-road.
If you’re like me looking for an off-road RV and not having to deal with “setting up” and things to deteriorate in a few years like hybrids, this would be it.
I find this is a very simple RV, that will get you out there and give you some creature comforts.
I’ve personally checked out the 15HR and was very pleased with what I saw. Unfortunately it’s a little too heavy for my truck, that’s why I have been cross comparing the 12HR with other stand up, hard shelled off road RVs which far and few. The other one I love a lot is the BRS Pursuit, but that’s twice the price of this unit, then again you get what you pay for.
This definitely is a bang for your buck off road RV.
I have a 200 ampere-hour Lithium on my MDC camper--but it is not so much the size of the battery that determines the current draw. It is the TYPE of battery. My 3 old 100 ampere-hour lead-acid batteries one could draw well over 100 amps--but for a Lithium storage system you need to buy the battery size that allows for the maximum current you wish to draw therefrom, and the length of time you wish to draw that current. I use a two KVA inverter on mine and I also use a different charger than original charger because of the need to charge Lithium batteries, which were not an option on the original charger.
For an air conditioner in a hot climate during the day, that usually means TWO three hundred ampere-hour LiFePO4 batteries in parallel if the BMS allows it, or through a parallel switching arrangement common draw circuit if it does not. Most of the mods to my Cruizer High-Side which I made, based on my own requirements, are now standard issue on the new models. That includes thermostat-controlled forced filtered ventilation in the refrigerator compartment, diesel hearing for the interior, gas-strut canopy elevation, external lift-up shower enclosure, and heavy duty shower pump and extra stream-water biological filtration if one ever needs top up the tanks in a remote location.
For getting into strange places, choose the appropriate model. There is no other trailer like them. When the track ends--then you make it your base camp and pack your tent in your Mountain Mule pack and start hiking to the geographic extremes. You will have a soft bed and comfort when you return.
Having a bathroom inside is something that my wife would appreciate. The price I won’t.
How much does it cost?
@@dkdoesstuff7983 way more than what my wife would appreciate me spending on a shower set for a camping trip
@@dkdoesstuff7983$62,000
What a package is a small trailer!!
Might be my new favorite model!!!
He mentions pulling with a 4 Runner (5,000 pound capability) then later, says this trailer will be 5,500 or 6,000 pounds. Also saying that you want to be under what the tow vehicle can pull, loaded. True. So I don’t think my 4 Runner would tow this trailer on other than flat roads. 😢
I will tow only about 60% to 65% of my tow vehicle's tow rating. Safety margin.
32" AT tires, coil spring suspension, fully articulating hitch/coupler, secure cabinet latching, easy to clean and only 18.3' long = a real off road trailer! Unfortunately, not all of us live in Australia's Outback and a slide out kitchen will only suite fair weather campers in the States.
This is a really nice Overland Setup; however, at 62K USD and 4500 lbs dry, no freaking way. I tow my VRF flyer (1800 Lbs) through the wilderness with my Bronco Raptor and I know its there the entire time. I couldn't imagine one of these loaded at 6000 Lbs trying to climb a hill or crossing a creek. It is without a doubt a beautiful trailer.
That's the MSRP. They're selling for much less than that. Did a search and I'm seeing them being offered for 49k. Probably some additional room for negotiation as well.
When you go camping you spend most of your time outside enjoying nature..nice setup for a couple, but what is the price point and where can I get one close to Long Island New York
The Big issues with MDC is 0 weather proofing under neath and no resistance to cold, lack of walkable roof and access, bad plumbing, slightly undersized solar capacity and typical cheap Chinese construction. Oh those annoying cabinet latches.... Designs are nice, frame and suspension are bombproof. I have been living with an East West for 1.5 years and use it for work as well.
Amazing how much you get on this little trailer compared to most in that size range.
How did I miss this video???!!!!
Ideal size!!!! I’m sold!!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍
I LOVE the BRS Pursuit, but I can settle for this beauty!
Can that sitting area be converted to a sleeping area as well in the future???!!
Can a fridge be put in place instead of that upright closet???!!!
On my list!!! Wooo ❤
YES - the MDC 12 is AWESOME!!!!
Looks awesome
Looks sweet!
Nice trailer for sure.
When going off road camping/overlanding, I don't see the purpose in towing a bed because that's what you're actually doing.
I do 4wd camping and glamping. They are both separate things.
How much do they cost??????
Perfect!
They should have solar panels I recommend
This is awesome. What are the power options on it?
Stock 200amp lithium but it can be upgraded to over 500amps easily
This one is high on our list for our next trailer, BUT not until it gets the same front storage box that the Fortè 9 and the 15E have. That’s the best front storage ever! We will get one of the three…..
How can they sell in Europe less than 2500 LBS three season camping trailers, that are even a smidge larger than this one and are proven to last for decades?
Or asking the question another way: why can't they do that in North America?
❤❤❤❤ I loved
Can you do a video on the XT10E-LP please
They do not have that model in the USA
What's the insulation like on these? Suitable for 4 seasons?
No, they are not 4 seasons
It looks nice, but it isn't lightweight. The dry weight is already close to the max towing capacity of 4Runner's, and well past other off-roading vehicles like most Jeeps. And for $62,000, I'd expect lighter weight materials to be used.
That’s a neat trailer but it’s more of a gravel road campground trailer. There’s a reason I have a patriot x3 and it’s been through a lot with mud and rocks and off camber it’s been places that trailer is not designed to go. That’s like a lot of other “off-road” trailers that are designed to get in on the off-road trailer trend like the jayco and many others. Good review and video though
This is definitely more capable than a Jayco. MDC is not jumping on a trend and has been making trailers for almost twice as long as Patriot. MDC has been making off road trailers for almost 20 years and have delivered more off road products than any other manufacturer into the Australia outback. Patriots are extremely small tent trailers and are very capable but MDC has trailers equally capable as Patriots. 😊
Rather have ac hehe
@@Dcj01 they have portable units that work great with a trailer, I have 4 lithium batteries in my x3 and I can power the portable ac for days. The EcoFlow wave 2 works great and adds a heat pump to the mix but it already has a diesel heater so no need to to use that. Plus the x3 has similar luxury but for about 1500lbs less and a lower center of gravity which is huge if you actually take it off-road and not just gravel roads
We have an XT12HR down under in South Australia 🇦🇺
How do you like it?
@@ROAOffRoad great size for us, just doing some small local trips to weed out some issues. We’ve uploaded a few videos on our channel as we progress.
Awesome, we will have to check out your channel. Thanks for sharing!
You actually convinced me to buy one of these trailers. Love your channel you are doing amazing work.
@@oei301 that is great! Where did you end up buying it? Hope you are enjoying it. 😊
Price please. Are there any Canadian dealers?
How much lithium and solar? I assume there is no fridge inside the rig, correct?
There is not an inside fridge. Stock it has 200amps of lithium but can be increased to over 1000 amps. The stock solar is 300 but can also be increased with briefcase panels. (Not a lot of room on the small roof
Very trailer would tow on a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 7 speed manual
If I can live in Afghanistan and Iraq with all that desert 🏜 heat 🥵 for 9 months at a time, I know I can live in that trailer for years.
Can you put solar panels on the roof on this trailer
It comes stock fully covered with Solar panels. 😊
huge miss for them to not install an inverter with a transfer switch that will power all the power outlets. who wants to run cords all over the camper to use 120 volts?
So what size was the bed? (I’m 6’3”)
81 inches long (6ft 9’)
60 inches wide (5ft)
@@ROAOffRoad Thanks for the info. I'm tossing-up between the MDC and a Jayco Crosstrak. Similar features, but the Crosstrack has a great outside kitchen that's easily accessible and with a lift up panel that also offers quick protection from the elements without putting an awning out.
@@ROAOffRoad The Crosstrak with the ensuite of course
So let me guess, over $100K Canadian eh!
Go to Australia
Does the XT12HR not have an annex?
@@RAID5_Aesthetic This one does not come with one.
@@ROAOffRoad so then you should add it
Make a mod where you can rotate the mattress into a north south supported position for sleeping and you got it made!!! (I can’t stand E/W beds.. they are a PAIN to make.) 😝
Price??????
50k for 12’ WTF….
@@mickeynolan1559 sorry but this comment shows how little you understand quality and how things are constructed. It’s like saying that Mercedes-Benz or BMW is so expensive compared to Kia soul. Or like saying “BMW, $90k 4 wheels WTF” 😂😉
Why do all these campers come with an east/west design? Only people less than 5'08 can sleep in it.
We have many people that are 6ft and above sleeping on these beds?
Ezytrails Airlie 11 shits all over this van.
Yeah, no. It’s very top heavy. I’d hate to drive that thing during heavy winds. The body of it appears to sit way to high over the axle as well. Wouldn’t take much to lay that thing on it side especially bouncing around off the pavement. They could have lower the ceiling height a couple 3 inches to help somewhat with that. From what I could see the “kitchen” area has very little awning covering it and zero cover for the refrig. I’d bet money that’s not a real queen size bed either. Highly likely it’s an “RV” queen which are several inches shorter. Hard pass for me.
It is not top heavy. The trailer is made of aluminum materials and it makes light weight overall. It is balanced very good. We just towed this unit hundreds of miles in extremely high winds on I-80. Also took it off road and never felt like it was tippy. It looks tall in the video but is not that much in real life. It mattress is 80” long by 57” wide.
so much storage, for what?
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Ok lets be real here, if a company calls something OFF ROAD Trailer and call it light weight it should be rated for Jeeps and Broncos most of Americans Off road people are Jeeps and Broncos... Who the hell wants or needs a TV when you are off road... Come on people if you want a TV get a camper NOT a off road trailer.
Power Wagons, Jeep Gladiators, Ford Raptors, Rebels, Tremors, ATC, Toyota TRDPro, Ranger, Land Rover, Defender, 4Runners… There is over a dozen great off road vehicles that tow well over 6000lbs and would have zero problems towing this.
Everything else you said is your opinion and it kinda silly. Many people love to have a TV to watch on a late rainy day.
@@ROAOffRoad Someone took offense to that LOL.. Again Jeeps and Broncos are the most common Off road vehicles.. Of course the full size trucks you listed can pull it LOL however the 4Runner is 5k towing, Land rover only 1 model can pull over 5k, Rangers need the perfect setup to pull over 5k hell the Ranger raptor can only pull 5100.. So yes do some research before speaking, and to my original point 75% of off roading Vehicles in America are jeeps and Broncos and the smaller SUVS and trucks.
2024 $91,000 $3000 down. $2,000 Mon 60 mons
Not quite right. It is closer to $50,000. You can do $1000 down and that would be closer to $450-$550 for 180 months.
These small campers are useless for those of us that live in the Southwest. If you run your AC 24 hours a day and down here everybody would there's no way you can get by without a generator and you need a generator to be able to power the AC full blast for 24 hours or 12 hours for that matter or at all. Solar panels are not going to cut it
This is the worst trailer I have ever seen. $50,000 for a no name brand 12 ft that weigh 6,000 lbs? And with kitchen outside? Not too many SUV or truck could tow it. And made in China?
It weighs 4500 pounds, and the brand has been in Australia for 17 years, so it is not a no name brand.
Claims be be night and day better then Blackseries but does not disclose its the same factory. LOL! Someone desperate to sell again.
This is absolutely not true… I have seen the factory. I know exactly where BS was made and where OBI are made. MDC oversees their own factory and exclusively builds their trailers in it. They are not on the same level. MDC has been around for almost 20 years and is considered the top manufacturer in Australia. Do your research and you will see Black Series was a copy cat.
We said in the video these are not built in the same factory.
@synikster not true
Too heavy and too much $$$.