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136k Weinsberg 4x4 Expedition 600 MQ campervan. Not quite self sufficient as claimed.

136k Weinsberg 4x4 Expedition 600 MQ campervan. Not quite self sufficient as claimed. The Weinsberg X-Pedition 600 MQ is a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter-based camper van introduced as Weinsberg's off-road-oriented model. It is available with rear-wheel drive or Mercedes' Torque-on-Demand AWD system, depending on specification. The layout remains conventional for a 6-metre panel van, with a rear transverse double bed, central kitchen, variable wet room and front dinette. This video documents the vehicle's design, construction, equipment and technical specifications without manufacturer commentary. Specifications * Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis * Optional Torque-on-Demand AWD (4x4) * 2.0-litre OM654 diesel engine * 150 PS or 190 PS depending on specification * 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission (190 PS) * Length: 600 cm * Width: 206 cm * Exterior height: 290 cm * Wheelbase: 367 cm * Gross vehicle weight: 3,500 kg standard (higher ratings optional) * Rear transverse bed: 198 × 140 cm * Up to 3 berths * Up to 4 travelling seats * Fresh water tank: 120 L * Waste water tank: 82 L * Refrigerator: 90 L * Truma diesel heating * Optional solar equipment * Optional off-road package with all-terrain tyres and AWD. Comparison with similar Mercedes Sprinter camper vans Hymer Grand Canyon S The Grand Canyon S uses the same Mercedes platform but has a more premium interior finish, more extensive insulation options and a higher equipment level. The Weinsberg has noticeably simpler furniture construction and fewer standard features, although it is generally less expensive. La Strada Regent S La Strada offers significantly higher build quality, more customisation options and better engineering of storage and utilities. The Weinsberg relies more heavily on standard Knaus Group components and has a less sophisticated interior. Frankia Yucon K-Peak The Yucon places greater emphasis on winter capability, payload options and technical equipment. The Weinsberg has a simpler specification and fewer factory-installed expedition features despite its exterior styling. Malibu Genius 641 LE The Malibu provides a more innovative interior layout with longitudinal rear beds and more usable living space due to extra length. The Weinsberg retains the conventional transverse-bed arrangement, reducing bed length for taller occupants. The X-Pedition's distinguishing features are its unique exterior styling package and Mercedes drivetrain rather than a fundamentally different interior layout or engineering approach. Mechanically and architecturally it follows the same general formula as most contemporary 6 m Mercedes Sprinter camper vans. #Weinsberg #XPedition600MQ #MercedesSprinter #Sprinter4x4 #CamperVan #Motorhome #VanLife #Overlanding #RVReview #CamperReview #OffRoadCamper #CaravanSalon