Nova Caravans Bravo vs Royal Flair Caravans Raptor Series
Both are full off-road caravans. On the numbers, the Nova Caravans Bravo is lighter to tow and costs less to buy; the Royal Flair Caravans Raptor Series puts less weight on the towbar and carries more gear.
What the numbers say
Every point below is taken straight from the published specs - no ratings, no opinions.
Nova Caravans Bravo
- Lighter to tow2,170 kg vs 3,060 kg
- Lower starting price$93,990 vs $110,520
Royal Flair Caravans Raptor Series
- Less weight on the towbar227 kg vs 243 kg
- More payload capacity1,440 kg vs 800 kg
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Side-by-side specs
| Spec | Nova Caravans Bravo | Royal Flair Caravans Raptor Series |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Nova Caravans | Royal Flair Caravans |
| Type | Full Off-Road | Full Off-Road |
| Price from | $93,990 | $110,520 |
| ATM (loaded weight) | 2,970 kg | 4,500 kg |
| Tare (empty weight) | 2,170 kg | 3,060 kg |
| Payload (ATM minus tare) | 800 kg | 1,440 kg |
| Ball weight | 243 kg | 227 kg |
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Bed length | Not published | Double |
| Travel length | 6.61 m | 6.7 m |
| Travel height | 3.15 m | 3 m |
| Width | Not published | 2.45 m |
| Internal height | Not published | 2 m |
| Axles | Single axle | Tandem axle |
| Fresh water | 190 L | Not published |
| Grey water | 110 L | Not published |
| Solar | 630 W | 600 W |
| Battery | 300 Ah | 300 Ah |
| Battery type | Lithium | Lithium |
| Inverter | 3000 W | 3000 W |
| Fridge | Compressor | Compressor |
| Construction | Sandwich panel | Fibreglass |
Figures in green mark the van with the lighter weight, lower price or greater capacity on that row."Not published" means the maker has not put that figure out, not that the van goes without it.Weights are manufacturer specs - confirm against the compliance plate.
Verified features
These are the features we have confirmed from the published specs.A feature missing from one list has not been verified for that van, which is not the same as the van going without it.
Nova Caravans Bravo
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Off-grid ready
- Solar panels
- Washing machineverified here only
Royal Flair Caravans Raptor Series
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Off-grid ready
- Solar panels
- Club loungeverified here only
Nova Caravans Bravo vs Royal Flair Caravans Raptor Series: common questions
Which is lighter to tow, the Nova Caravans Bravo or the Royal Flair Caravans Raptor Series?
The Nova Caravans Bravo is lighter, with a tare weight of 2,170 kg versus 3,060 kg. Loaded to their maximum, the Nova Caravans Bravo has an ATM of 2,970 kg and the Royal Flair Caravans Raptor Series 4,500 kg. Always check the figure against your car's braked towing limit.
Which caravan can carry more, the Nova Caravans Bravo or the Royal Flair Caravans Raptor Series?
The Royal Flair Caravans Raptor Series has the larger payload: 1,440 kg of carrying capacity (ATM minus tare) versus 800 kg. That is the weight of water, gear, food and accessories you can legally load before hitting the van's ATM.
Is the Nova Caravans Bravo or the Royal Flair Caravans Raptor Series cheaper?
The Nova Caravans Bravo has the lower starting price at $93,990, compared with $110,520 for the Royal Flair Caravans Raptor 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 Nova Caravans Bravo and Royal Flair Caravans Raptor Series sleep?
The Nova Caravans Bravo sleeps 2 and the Royal Flair Caravans Raptor Series sleeps 2. Sleeping capacity depends on the floorplan you choose within each range.