Dream Haven RV announced the arrival of the Gladiator Familia, a family RV already established in the Australian market that brings together premium family accommodation, genuine off-road capability and Aussie-built durability in a compact RV and something that market research says consumers have been asking for.
Built in Australia and backed by more than 20 years of RV manufacturing expertise, the Gladiator Familia has been designed for adventurous families who want the confidence to travel further, stay longer and explore beyond traditional campgrounds without sacrificing comfort, style or practicality Dream Haven RV said.
With a body length of 17 feet and an overall towable length of 23 feet, the Familia offers a level of capability and functionality typically reserved for much larger RVs.
The first U.S.-specification Gladiator Familia units are in production, with the model set to make its American debut at Overland East Expo in Virginia from Oct. 23-25 before appearing at SEMA Show, Las Vegas, Nov. 3-6.
Built for the Way Families Actually Travel
The Gladiator Familia was developed to fill a gap many families know all too well, the company said — finding an RV that comfortably accommodates the entire family without becoming too large, too heavy or too limiting.
Inside, 6-foot bunk beds provide comfortable sleeping space for growing children while remaining large enough for adults, making the layout equally suited to family road trips, weekends away with friends, hunting and fishing adventures, or extended overland travel.
Families needing additional sleeping space can opt for a triple-bunk configuration, while traveling pet owners can utilize the lower bunk as a dedicated space for campers who opt to bring their furry, four-legged companions along for the adventures.
The flexible primary sleeping area quickly converts from twin single beds into a queen bed, while a separate dual bench seating/dining ensures owners always have a dedicated meals and living area without needing to convert sleeping spaces each day.
Additional creature comforts include:
- Separate internal wet bath
- Security screen door for added peace of mind
- Smart TV
- Portable induction cooktop
- Bespoke interior design
- Extensive interior storage
- Extensive exterior storage
- Dual-slide front storage box
- External hot and cold shower
- Fiamma awning
- External fold down service table and entertainment hatch
- AC and furnace heating
From weekend escapes to months exploring North America’s national parks and backroads, the Familia is designed to support every adventure, Dream Haven RV said.
Capability Off-Grid Comes Standard
The Gladiator Familia features a comprehensive power and suspension package, the Familia has been engineered to provide the freedom and confidence to travel well beyond powered campgrounds.
Standard equipment includes:
- Off-road airbag suspension
- 690W solar system
- 460Ah heated lithium battery
- 3kW inverter
- DC-to-DC charging
- Full-size spare tire
- External work lights
- Machine-welded galvanized Australian steel chassis
- Dual heated freshwater tanks
- Heated gray water tank
The result is a family RV capable of supporting extended off-grid stays without sacrificing comfort or convenience.
Australian Engineering Built To Last
A stand-out feature of Dream Haven RV is the advanced composite construction philosophy.
The floor and walls are constructed using fully composite XPS-insulated fiberglass panels. Further enhancing reliability, the front wall, roof and rear wall are each manufactured as single-piece components, eliminating joins in some of the most critical areas of the RV.
The result is a lighter, stronger and better insulated RV with no timber framework susceptible to rot and protection against water intrusion.
A Product the U.S. Market Has Been Asking For
The Gladiator Familia is aimed at discerning buyers who understand quality and value long-term ownership, the company said. It combines capability, comfort, style and durability in a way that Dream Haven RV said it believes the American market will be eager to get their hands on.
“I’ve spoken with consumers, dealers and prospective dealers across the country, and they’ve all been very interested in our compact overlanding bunk van, the Familia, which sits within our Gladiator range,” said Summer Salvato, head of special projects and U.S. development for Dream Haven RV.
“The Familia provides durability, comfort, style and, most importantly, confidence to our already established Australian base of adventurers.”
“I believe the Gladiator Familia will be a massive hit in the U.S., and I can’t wait for its debut to the American market. We’ve already been contacted by several consumers who have heard we’re our Familia to the States, and that level of excitement before launch is incredibly rewarding. It really is a very exciting time for Dream Haven RV,” Salvato said.
Consumers, dealers and media will be able to experience the Gladiator Familia for the first time in the United States at:
- Overland East Expo
- Virginia
- 23-25
- SEMA Show
- Las Vegas
- 3-6
To explore the Australian version of the Gladiator Familia through an interactive virtual tour, click here.
Find out more at dreamhavenrv.com or contact us [email protected].
