Glossary

 

9'6'' or 10' Refers to floor area of the tent (space from the edge of the trailer to the furthermost wall).
15oz True 15oz proofed WCT canvas, 508gsm. Australian made: proofed, packed, shipped, and Australian owned.
Aggragate Trailer Mass (ATM) The total mass of the trailer when carrying the maximum load recommended by the manufacturer. This will include any mass imposed onto the towing vehicle.
Amps Battery capacity is usually expressed in Amp hours (Ah), at the 20-hour rate.
Annexe An annexe is canvas roof and walls that is attached to the main camper trailer tent.
Awning An awning is a canvas roof that is attached to the main camper trailer tent.
Bike sleeve A recovery point and a hitch slot that enables a bike carrier to be mounted at the back of the trailer.
Ball coupling A ball coupling forms the connection between towing vehicle and trailer.
Camper trailer A trailer equipped for occupancy (especially for holiday trips).
Canvas The simplest weave in textiles is a plain weave (1x1) where the filling yarn is passed over and under individual warp yarns. Using thick yarns, makes the fabric into a canvas.
Cidz The Cidz tent top is an extra room extension for even more living room.
Classic The Classic tent top is a 10' or 13' tent with a traditional peg and pole design, high quality Australian made WCT canvas 508gsm (15oz) and a unique tub style floor.
Concept The Concept tent top, otherwise known as the EASY tent top is an innovative design that incorporates a range of features designed to make camping even easier and more comfortable.
Corner walls Partial walls to suit an awning - the back wall, and part of long wall (forming a corner), usually used as protection for the kitchen/tailgate area.
Draft skirt Usually made of PVC or canvas and stops the draft that comes from underneath the trailer.
Draw bar A device for coupling a hauling vehicle to a load.
Drum brakes A brake in which the friction is caused by a set of shoes or pads that press against a rotating drum-shaped part called a brake drum.
Dual Cab Dual Cabs are an extended cab body style commonly found on utes or pickup trucks. This cab design typically has forward-facing rear seating and four front-hinged doors to provide sedan-like accommodations for up to 6 passengers.
Essentials Package A package designed for Camper enthusiasts who want a Cameron with most of the important essentials needed for travelling. Add options if you wish to get the perfect package to suit your requirements.
Flat tray The tray bed is a simple flat surface mounted above the wheels. Rear indicators and brake lights are usually mounted hanging underneath the tray or on a bracket from the rear-most part of the chassis.
Framed dust cover A lightweight frame and Ripstop PVC cover, fully dust proof, used as a protective cover for storage and travel, and as a quick and easy to erect awning.
Gross Combination Mass (GCM) In relation to a motor vehicle (towing vehicle), this is the maximum loaded mass of the motor vehicle and of any vehicles or trailers being towed by that motor vehicle.
Gross Trailer Mass (GTM) This is the maximum loaded mass transmitted to the ground by the axle, or axles, of the trailer when coupled to a towing vehicle. Except for semi-trailers, the difference between the ATM and GTM is usually small.
Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) This is the maximum loaded mass of a motor vehicle.
Inverter A device that converts direct current to alternating current.
Leaf spring Commonly used for the suspension in wheeled vehicles and takes the form of a slender arc-shaped length of spring steel of rectangular cross-section.
Luxury package for Camper trailer (previously U Beaut with integrated design) A package where the trailer has a fully sealed "integrated" design which incorporates many folds, producing few seams and includes the bed base, tool box, clothes draw, battery box, and peg box. The package is designed for Cameron enthusiasts who has comfort in mind and includes all options as standard.
Luxury package for Slide-on Camper The Luxury package is designed for Cameron enthusiasts who has comfort in mind and has most of the options included for travelling.
Marine Ply Marine ply is frequently used in the construction of docks and boats and is much more expensive than standard plywood. Marine ply is resistant to warping and rotting.
On Road trailer Suited for sealed roads.
Off Road trailer Suited for full on 4 wheel driving.
Ounces (Oz) A measurement of fabric weight.
Redarc BMS The Smart Start® Battery Management System is a complete battery charging and maintenance solution for recreational automotive and marine applications.
Ripstop PVC A reinforced PVC fabric with obvious interlocking thread patterns that appear as squares in the fabric. Designed to be very hard wearing and easily repairable if punctured or damaged as tears will not run.
Road cover A soft, (unframed) protective cover for storage and travel. Made from Heavy Duty Ripstop PVC.
Roof fly For insulating the tent on hot and cold days.
Single cab Single Cabs are a cab body style commonly found on utes or pickup trucks. This cab design typically has forward-facing rear seating and two front-hinged doors to provide accommodations for up to 3 passengers.
Slide-on camper The slide-on camper is a stand alone camper that is manufactured to be temporarily mounted on either a style side or flat tray utility in both 2WD and 4WD forms.
Starter package A package designed for Camper enthusiasts who want a Cameron but not necessarily a lot of the bells and whistles. A great place to start - add options if you wish to get the perfect package to suit your requirements.
Stone guard Used to help prevent vehicle stone chips and damage to windows while travelling.
Style side The tray bed is enclosed on the sides with body panels, usually made from pressed steel. A hinged rear tailgate is almost universal.
Tailgate (drop down) A gate at the rear of the camper trailer which can be lowered for access to the kitchen box or for loading.
Treg hitch coupling The ‘Treg' hitch has a polyurethane block which has some shock absorbing properties and stops noise and vibration from the trailer to the vehicle.
Unlimited On Road trailer (previously Heavy Duty On Road trailer) Suited for sealed and unsealed roads.
Unlimited Off Road trailer (previously Heavy Duty Off Road trailer) Suited for heavy loads and extreme terrain.
Vertical spare wheel mount The vertical spare wheel mount mounts one spare wheel vertically to the front of the camper trailer.