Australian Off Road Quantum vs Willow RV Waratah Series
Both are semi off-road caravans. On the numbers, the Australian Off Road Quantum is lighter to tow, puts less weight on the towbar and carries more gear; the Willow RV Waratah Series costs less to buy and sleeps more people.
What the numbers say
Every point below is taken straight from the published specs - no ratings, no opinions.
Australian Off Road Quantum
- Lighter to tow1,750 kg vs 2,633 kg
- Less weight on the towbar185 kg vs 269 kg
- More payload capacity850 kg vs 817 kg
Willow RV Waratah Series
- Lower starting price$105,289 vs $118,900
- Sleeps more people5 vs 4
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Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Australian Off Road Quantum | Willow RV Waratah Series |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Australian Off Road | Willow RV |
| Type | Semi Off-Road | Semi Off-Road |
| Price from | $118,900 | $105,289 |
| ATM (loaded weight) | 2,600 kg | 3,450 kg |
| Tare (empty weight) | 1,750 kg | 2,633 kg |
| Payload (ATM − tare) | 850 kg | 817 kg |
| Ball weight | 185 kg | 269 kg |
| Sleeps | 2-4 | 2-5 |
| Travel length | 6.4 m | - |
Figures in green mark the van with the lighter weight, lower price or greater capacity on that row. Weights are manufacturer specs - confirm against the compliance plate.
Key features
Australian Off Road Quantum
- Ensuite bathroom
- Solar panels
Willow RV Waratah Series
- Ensuite bathroom
- Solar panels
- Bunk bedsonly this one
Australian Off Road Quantum vs Willow RV Waratah Series: common questions
Which is lighter to tow, the Australian Off Road Quantum or the Willow RV Waratah Series?
The Australian Off Road Quantum is lighter, with a tare weight of 1,750 kg versus 2,633 kg. Loaded to their maximum, the Australian Off Road Quantum has an ATM of 2,600 kg and the Willow RV Waratah Series 3,450 kg. Always check the figure against your car's braked towing limit.
Which caravan can carry more, the Australian Off Road Quantum or the Willow RV Waratah Series?
The Australian Off Road Quantum has the larger payload: 850 kg of carrying capacity (ATM minus tare) versus 817 kg. That is the weight of water, gear, food and accessories you can legally load before hitting the van's ATM.
Is the Australian Off Road Quantum or the Willow RV Waratah Series cheaper?
The Willow RV Waratah Series has the lower starting price at $105,289, compared with $118,900 for the Australian Off Road Quantum. Both are drive-away starting prices before options, so the on-road gap can change once each is specced up.
How many people can the Australian Off Road Quantum and Willow RV Waratah Series sleep?
The Australian Off Road Quantum sleeps 2-4 and the Willow RV Waratah Series sleeps 2-5. Sleeping capacity depends on the floorplan you choose within each range.