The Swift Challenger 580 AL 2016 was manufactured by Swift in 2016. This caravan is a 4 berth version sleeping a maximum of 4 persons inside the caravan. With an awning more people can be accommodated outside.
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Towing Information.
- Mass in Running Order weight: 1354 kgs or 26.6524939963 cwt / hundred weight
- Maximum allowable weight is: 1510 kgs or 29.7232392425 cwt / hundred weight
The kerbweight of the towing car needs to be at least 1776.47058824kgs to achive an 85% match, to achive a 95% match the tow car would need to be at least 1589.47368421 kgs. A tow car weighing less than 1510 kgs is very likely to be illegal and likely to result in a prosecution if you were stopped by the Police as well as invalidating any insurance for your car and caravan.
Swift Challenger 580 AL 2016 dimensions
- The internal length of the caravan is 5.84 metres or 19.1552 feet
- The external shipping length is 7.54 meters or 24.7312 feet
- The width is 2.24 meters or 7.3472 feet
Awnings and accessories for the Swift Challenger 580 AL 2016
There are a wide range of awnings and accessories available for Swift caravans like the Swift Challenger 580 AL 2016.
Caravan Awnings
Awnings are a popular choice, its important that you buy an awning that's the right size for your caravan. Our information shows that the awning size needs to be TBA cm's. Please check this with your caravan manual before buying as this number may not be accurate.
Caravan Batteries
There are a range of 12v leisure batteries that are suitable for this Swift caravan. The size of the battery you need will be dependent on your use. For example if you have a motor mover or your caravan or tend to use your caravan where there is no on site electrics then a 120 amp hour battery is advisable. If you mainly, use sites with electrical supplies and dont use a motor mover then a smaller battery e.g. 75amp/h may be suffice. [More about caravan batteries]
Towbar Electrics.
This caravan is fitted with the new 13pin electric connections. You will need to make sure that your towing vehicle also has the 13pin connection or alternatively you can purchase an adapter.
Protecting your caravan
Caravan Insurance
Whilst it is true that most car insurance policies will cover the caravan on a third party liability basis (check with your insurer) whilst its is being towed by the car. It is well worth getting caravan insurance to cover any damage caused when its not attached to the car, theft and other damage to the caravan. Shopping around for caravan insurance for the Swift Challenger 580 AL 2016 is well worth while to ensure you get the cover you want for the best price.
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Caravan covers
If you plan to store your caravan outside it will be open to the elements all the times including wind, rain, snow and hot sun. A caravan cover can help protect your caravan from the damage that the weather can do to a caravan over time. The Swift Challenger 580 AL 2016 is 7.54 m (24.7312 feet) long and this is often the information needed when buying a caravan cover
Wheel clamps and hitch locks
Its important to get good locks for your caravan. This will be a requirement for most if not all insurance companies. Many will have prefered types that qualify for a discount. You may also get a discount if your Swift Challenger 580 AL 2016 is fitted with an alarm or other security devices,
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