Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V vs Willow RV Waratah Series
Both are semi off-road caravans. On the numbers, the Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V is lighter to tow, costs less to buy, puts less weight on the towbar and sleeps more people; the Willow RV Waratah Series carries more gear.
What the numbers say
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Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V
- Lighter to tow2,593 kg vs 2,633 kg
- Lower starting price$103,285 vs $105,289
- Less weight on the towbar228 kg vs 269 kg
- Sleeps more people6 vs 5
Willow RV Waratah Series
- More payload capacity817 kg vs 628 kg
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Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V | Willow RV Waratah Series |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Jayco Australia | Willow RV |
| Type | Semi Off-Road | Semi Off-Road |
| Price from | $103,285 | $105,289 |
| ATM (loaded weight) | 3,221 kg | 3,450 kg |
| Tare (empty weight) | 2,593 kg | 2,633 kg |
| Payload (ATM − tare) | 628 kg | 817 kg |
| Ball weight | 228 kg | 269 kg |
| Sleeps | 2-6 | 2-5 |
| Travel length | - | - |
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
Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V
- Bunk beds
- Ensuite bathroom
- Solar panels
- Off-grid readyonly this one
Willow RV Waratah Series
- Bunk beds
- Ensuite bathroom
- Solar panels
Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V vs Willow RV Waratah Series: common questions
Which is lighter to tow, the Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V or the Willow RV Waratah Series?
The Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V is lighter, with a tare weight of 2,593 kg versus 2,633 kg. Loaded to their maximum, the Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V has an ATM of 3,221 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 Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V or the Willow RV Waratah Series?
The Willow RV Waratah Series has the larger payload: 817 kg of carrying capacity (ATM minus tare) versus 628 kg. That is the weight of water, gear, food and accessories you can legally load before hitting the van's ATM.
Is the Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V or the Willow RV Waratah Series cheaper?
The Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V has the lower starting price at $103,285, compared with $105,289 for the Willow RV Waratah Series. 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 Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V and Willow RV Waratah Series sleep?
The Jayco Australia Adventurer 48V sleeps 2-6 and the Willow RV Waratah Series sleeps 2-5. Sleeping capacity depends on the floorplan you choose within each range.