Hobby motorhomes for 2015
In 2015, Hobby customers will have a choice of three basic models of semi-integrated motorhomes: Siesta, Optimum, Premium. A novelty is a special, limited edition of the Premium model called Anniversary Edition GE 30.
Hobby refreshes its motorhomes. The most popular model, due to its favorable quality / price ratio, is the Siesta.
Siesta
In 2015, the motorhome will be available in nine interior layouts (currently there are six). There are models with single beds, double beds, placed in the form of an alcove above the heads of the driver and passenger, or lowered from the ceiling using a convenient pneumatic mechanism . The kitchen can be tiny or with an additional worktop.
An important change - in the new model, almost every bathroom (with one exception) is the same and has a circular shower tray .
The Siesta is available in lengths from 5,999 mm to 6,999 mm , but the maximum permissible total weight is 3.5 tonnes in each case. There are even two widths: 2,180 and 2,340 mm . In versions with a garage, the floor and the lower loading edge in the garage part have been lowered.
As for the structure, the walls of Siesta are filled with XPS foam, while the roof is made of GfK (glass-fiber reinforced polyester resin), which ensures tightness, good acoustic insulation in rain and better resistance to hail compared to aluminum. The chassis is also made of fiberglass and XPS foam , in which installation cables, including central heating pipes, are placed. All installations are frost resistant.
Optima
Customers will have an even greater choice of variants in the case of the Optima model, which comes in as many as 11 variants . The smallest Optima is 6,734 mm long and 2,160 mm wide. The other variants are 2,330 mm wide. The longest motorhome measures 7,500 mm . In any version, the permissible total weight does not exceed 3.5 tonnes.
A characteristic feature of this model is the sunroof above the heads of the driver and passenger - unfortunately, it requires an additional charge. In addition, Optima is distinguished by a garage door with gas brackets and a wider than usual entrance door (with a built-in garbage can and a brush).
An interesting solution is a mosquito net in the form of a sliding door, with which you can cover the opening when the external door is open. The door handle has an upholstery and LED backlight . As in other Hobby motorhomes and caravans, also in Optima you can install the CI-BUS control system , which allows you to manage on-board devices.
In selected versions, there is a bathroom with a separate, closed shower cubicle . In many variants, the kitchen has a convenient L-shape. All interior lighting is made in LED technology.
Premium
The Premium model is at the top of the Hobby offer. It is available in four variants with lengths from 6,994 to 7,444 cm . Three versions have a fold-down bed, each one has a shower cubicle separated from the bathroom and an L type kitchen.
What about the equipment? Decorative LED strips and the "Romantica" dimming system to give the interior the right atmosphere (and save energy at the same time), as well as an electric bed lowering mechanism .
The entire interior arrangement of this model is more luxurious compared to other Hobby motorhomes, as evidenced by, for example, the combination of dark wood with white surfaces and silver finishes.
Premium Van 65 GE - 30 Years Anniversary Edition
At the top is the Premium Anniversary Edition model, which was created to celebrate 30 years of Hobby motorhome production .
Contrary to the models mentioned above, this one is based not on the Fiat Ducato, but on the Renault Master . In terms of equipment, it is simply an "all inclusive" version with many extras as standard. In this case, you do not have to pay extra for e.g. for alloy wheels, electric mirrors, sunshade sliding from the roof , air conditioning and cruise control.
The motorhome is equipped with a double bed with a large indentation between its two parts. However, they can be completely filled, thus creating a single surface. Thus, the same sleeping place can be used as either two, almost separate beds, or it can be made into one large bed for a couple.
The Anniversary Edition is 7,116 mm long and 2,140 mm wide.
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