Kimberley Kube: A luxury teardrop camper built for off-road adventures

You don’t need a big caravan to have a comfortable campsite. Sometimes, all you really want is a proper bed, somewhere decent to cook and a camper that doesn’t make packing up feel like a massive chore.

The Kimberley Kube takes that idea and gives it a decidedly fancy twist. This Australian-built off-road teardrop camper from Kimberley Kampers combines a king-size bed with an outdoor kitchen and a range of comforts you might not expect in something this size.

It’s been around for a little while now, but an interesting camper doesn’t need to be brand new to deserve a closer look.

A king bed without the big caravan

The Kube’s layout puts sleeping comfort front and centre, with a king bed and large windows inside the cabin. Cooking and much of camp life happen outside.

That’s a big part of the appeal of this style of camper. You’re still sitting under the awning, making dinner in the fresh air and watching whatever’s happening around you. However, when it’s time for bed, you have somewhere inviting to retreat.

If the weather is a little on the sad side (or you just feel like being a hermit), there is a clever little backrest that can be pulled up from under the bed to create a seat inside. This basically solves the one major problem that most teardrop campers have – no where to sit inside.

Less unpacking, more camping

One of the nicest things about a teardrop is the prospect of pulling up and getting into bed without first unfolding your sleeping quarters. So you get the nice compact size of a camper, but without the setting up. Like most teardrops, the Kube’s bed is accessible simply by opening the door.

If you feel like setting up the awning, Kimberley Kampers says it takes less than three minutes to set up. The slide-out stainless steel kitchen also provides access for roadside meals.

Easy access to the kitchen is a huge bonus when you’re travelling. An overnight stop doesn’t always call for the whole campsite treatment. Sometimes you just want lunch or dinner, sleep and an easy departure the next morning.

Compact doesn’t have to mean basic

The Kube’s advertised equipment and options include lithium power, up to 400W of solar (depending on roof accessories), diesel hot water and heating, an optional 85L fridge, and a zip-on shower and toilet enclosure.

Of particular interest is it’s water capacity, which for a camper of this size, is significant. Twin tanks provide up to 190L (70L + 120L) of water and with Kimberley Kamper’s visi-flow option, you can even bypass the water tanks and pump directly from any source.

It’s this combination that makes the camper so appealing. A smaller setup doesn’t necessarily have to mean giving up the things that make a longer trip comfortable. If a massive van is what you want, that’s perfectly okay. But for those who wants to tow lighter, fit more places and hit the dirt tracks easier while still being comfortable, this off-road teardrop ticks a lot of boxes.

What about the off-road side?

Kimberley lists timber-free construction and the adjustable air suspension allows you to adjust the travel height for the best towing stability. Use it also to level your camp once you’re on site. You don’t have to get underneath and get dirty either, it can be done via remote control.

Large 2.5″ mono-tube off-road racing shocks provide a softer ride over corrugation and electronic vented disc brakes @ 1200psi have, according to Kimberley Kampers, twice the stopping power.

Kimberley Kube specs

• Sleeps: 2 people
• Storage: 1750L
• Tare: from 1,110kg
• ATM: 1,950kg
• Drawbar weight: 140-180kg
• Dimensions: 5200L x 1800W x 2100H mm

Who will the Kimberley Kube suit?

The Kube makes the most sense for travellers who reject the idea of a large caravan, like the outdoor side of camping but also like to camp comfortably.

If your ideal evening involves cooking outside and pulling up a chair under the awning, the layout has obvious appeal. If you prefer an indoor lounge and somewhere enclosed to cook, you may find yourself wanting something bigger.

How much does it cost?

The Kimberley Kube currently starts at $76,865 and additional options can increase the price, placing it firmly in premium camper territory. Its appeal is the prospect of travelling off-road with a smaller setup while keeping a generous helping of luxury.

For anyone who’s looked at a big caravan and thought, “I don’t need all that,” the Kube offers an alternative worth looking at.

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