Caravan Terms

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There are many words that are used when talking about caravans. Unfortunately, not all of us are use to these technical and slang terms. So here is a good list to get you more familiar with caravan terms.

A Frame – The A frame gets its name because it is similar to the shape of an A. It can be seen near the front of the caravan and usually holds the handbrake and electrical wiring.

Aquaroll – This is simply the name for your fresh water container where the submersible pump is usually located.

Awning – An awning is simply a small roof similar to a tent. Likewise, the awning rail is where the awning attaches.

Berths – These are also used on submarines and refer to where and how many people it can sleep.

Corner steadies- When you park your caravan there are legs that will come down to the ground to help stabilize the caravan.

CRIS – This is something you should be very familiar with. It is the Caravan Registration and Identification Scheme.

Full Service Pitch – This refers to where you are park that gives you access to water, waste, TV, and other options.

Gross Train Weight – Another important term referring to the combined gross weight of the caravan and your vehicle.

Jockey Wheel – This is located at the front of the A frame. It allows you to move and guide the caravan by hand.

Roof Light – This is misleading in that it actually refers to a small window in the ceiling that you can open to let light in.

Super Mule – This is a device that grinds its way in to the ground when you are parked. This device won’t allow your caravan to be towed away by anyone. The harder someone pulls on the caravan, the more the device digs in to the ground preventing it from being whisked away. This is a very handy and often included feature

User Payload – This is the total gross weight of the things you can carry inside the caravan safely.

I hope these explanations will better prepare you for those more difficult caravan talks.