- German startup Auriga Explorer created the Voyager based on the Ford Ranger.
- It features slide-outs, a pop-up roof, kitchen, bathroom, and two double beds.
- Production will take place in Germany with export-ready dimensions for shipping.
Midsize pickups might not haul as much as their full-size siblings like the Ford F-150, but they still make an appealing foundation for camper conversions. Practical, versatile, and increasingly popular among adventure seekers, these trucks strike a good balance between everyday usability and off-grid capability, especially in parts of the world with narrower roads than America.
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Now, a new German company called Auriga Explorer is developing an intriguing concept that transforms the back of the truck into an expandable mobile home, and as the photos suggest, that’s far from the most unconventional feature of this build.
Built for the Trail
Photos Auriga Explorer
The project is called the Voyager, based on a single-cab version of the previous-generation Ford Ranger. Auriga plans to make the final version compatible not just with the latest Ranger, but also with the Volkswagen Amarok that shares its platform.
At first glance, the dual spare tires mounted on the rear overhang make the Voyager look almost like a six-wheeler. Combined with its generous ground clearance, grippy tires, and bolt-on wide fender extensions, the setup targets overlanding enthusiasts.
The rear end of the truck has been completely re-engineered, fitted with a lightweight glass fiber reinforced plastic (GRP) shell that integrates factory taillights.
Above the cab and extending beyond the tailgate sits the camper module, which incorporates slide-out sections on both sides and the back, plus a pneumatic pop-up roof for extra space and standing height.
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Auriga Explorer
Comfort in the Wild
When fully closed, the Voyager measures 5.85 m (230.3 inches) long, 2.10 m (82.7 inches) wide, and 2.25 m (88.6 inches) tall, retaining the wheelbase of the donor vehicle. Once expanded, it offers around 8 square meters (86.1 sq ft) of floor area and up to 2.05 m (6.73 ft) of interior height with the roof deployed.
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The camper can sleep up to four adults. The main bed is positioned above the cab, while a secondary bed converts from the daytime seating area, which accommodates six people across two benches and a pull-out table. The entrance cleverly doubles as a compact bathroom, complete with a shower and a water circulation system designed to conserve resources.
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At the front, a compact kitchen unit includes a diesel-powered oven with a two-burner stove. Storage is neatly integrated: side slide-outs hold clothing and gear, and a rear slide-out functions as a small garage for outdoor equipment. Solar panels, underfloor heating, and a skylight add comfort and independence for longer trips.
Frank Haltermann, Design Engineer and Managing Director of Auriga Explorer, explained that the goal of their conversion is to “combine the best of two worlds – the freedom of a compact four-wheel drive pickup truck and the comfort of a luxurious expedition vehicle”
Auriga Explorer says the project has already passed through the conception, design, and testing phases. While pricing remains under wraps, production will take place in Germany which is Europe’s largest market for campers and motorhomes. The Voyager is designed to fit inside a standard overseas shipping container, making it ready for worldwide exports.
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