’s no traditional front or tunnel boot on the Unicorn IV Pamplona. The locker on the offside is dedicated to the standard 9kg and 4.5kg gas cylinders.
With the spare wheel mounted underneath the van, the rear – as with all Baileys – is ‘clean’ and unencumbered. While a traditional Aussie van would sport a steel rear bumper, Euro vans typically don’t. This reduces the Tare weight and, some would say, increases their visual appeal.
Speaking of visual appeal, Bailey’s signature panoramic windows haven’t been forgotten. They look fantastic from the outside, but I’d invest in the optional padded cover to avoid stone chips.
The Aussie Pamplona also gets a 150W solar panel matched to a 30A regulator and a 100Ah deep-cycle battery. It’s not an extensive setup but it is on par with many of the van’s competitors, suitable for a few days off-grid.
The Euro flair and design cues are most on show inside the van. In fact, the layout solves a number of common layout problems in different ways.
The front sideways-facing lounges, behind the panoramic windows, serve a few purposes. They could act as single beds, a place for meals (the middle cabinet features a slide-out bench – a great touch), or even as a second double bed. Simply pull out the slats from that same middle cabinet – the slats rest on some edging neatly fixed to the bases of the lounge.
Then, fill in the space with the backrest cushions and go to bed. I’ve seen similar arrangements on other vans, but it is done very well here.
A lack of kitchen bench space – another common layout problem – has been solved by the simple inclusion of a bench extension, which snaps up and locks into place above the offside lounge, and folds down against the end of the kitchen bench when not needed.
The kitchen has also been fitted with large drawers, a sink infill that further increases bench space, a cooktop, griller and oven, a microwave, instant hot water, and a nearside 190L three-way fridge. The kitchen is attractive, uncrowded, and away from the main lounging area.
One quick point: generally speaking, I feel that microwaves should be fitted below bench height, and to that end I’d get rid of the oven and fit the microwave in its place, if possible. This would make it easier for people of shorter stature to use the microwave, and – with a cupboard fitted where the microwave currently is – increase kitchen storage.
Moving rearwards, you’ll find the bathroom. Separated from the kitchen by a solid door, it is split across both sides of the van, with the cassette toilet and washbasin on the offside, and a separate shower on the nearside. It’s total Euro class. I loved the mini laundry hamper fitted below the washbasin – we haven’t seen too many of these on Australian caravans before.
Another quick point: the bathroom light switch is a pull-cord setup. I suppose it adds a little old-time charm. Perhaps.
A concertina screen separates the rear bedroom from the bathroom. It is, overall, a sensible bedroom with some points of difference. First – and I almost overlooked this since it’s so discreet – is the washing machine built into a cupboard on the nearside, just beneath the TV’s mounting bracket (the bracket is standard, the TV is optional). Open the cupboard door and you’ll find a small hinged bench for sorting laundry, with the washing machine beneath. It’s very well done.
There’s also internal access to the onboard battery via a floor hatch at the foot of the bed – handy for checking connections, etc., should the digital voltmeter show depleted levels.
Overall, the Bailey Australia Unicorn IV Pamplona packs a great deal into its 23ft body length, and it does so without the user feeling cramped or boxed in. The layout, while not unique per se, is in keeping with the van’s British heritage. With its split bathroom and rear bedroom, it even provides privacy when needed.
And yet… it’s only 1851kg Tare. It can be loaded up with 424kg worth of gear, water, etc., and still be towed by some wagons. It’s size-to-weight ratio is indeed pleasing.
Although it’s equipped with some offroad equipment, such as the Al-Ko coupling, the Bailey Unicorn IV Pamplona is very much a blacktop/dirt-road tourer.
It will be interesting to see how this van evolves in the coming months and years. The fact it’s now built locally, rather than being imported from the UK, should make it easier for Bailey Australia to adapt the van according to to customer feedback.
In any event, this is one van to put on your must-inspect list.
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