Custom Built Teardrop Camper

Brand-new, hand-made Teardrop Camper that I built in 2021. The base design is from a kit supplied by Chesapeake Light Craft, who specialize in build-your-own kits and plans ranging from kayaks to sailboats and a boat inspired teardrop. The construction of the camper uses a classic boatbuilding method called stitch-and-glue. Materials consist of Okoume marine-grade plywood, assembled using epoxy resin, reinforced with fiberglass and clear coated with a UV resistant varnish to create a strong, lightweight and unique camper. The interior of the teardrop is surprisingly spacious, large enough to fit a queen size mattress and comfortably sleep two adults. To allow for airflow through the camper, a rooftop vent fan and two portholes have been installed. Additionally, the roof structure is reinforced to allow for the installation of roof racks to carry anything from kayaks to bicycles. Unfortunately, family needs have changed so our teardrop is in search of a new home. Ready and excited for your next adventure!


Features:

Trailer – 5’x8’ aluminum Trailex SUT-1000 trailer, 12” wheels, LED lights, 2” trailer ball, trailer jack, 12” spare tire.

Teardrop/Trailer Dimensions: 156”L x 76”W x 72”H

Teardrop Dimensions: 96”L x 60”W x 54”H

Weight - Estimated weight of teardrop and trailer, 600 lbs.

Electrical – 12v and 120v systems: The 12v electrical system is powered by a portable Jackery 500 power station that provides power to the roof ventilation fan and interior led lights. When shore power is available the 120v, 20amp shore power plug, installed on the rear of the teardrop, supplies power through a 20amp breaker to power two receptacles that are located in the galley storage.

Fan – Fan-tastic Vent Model 4000, 3 speeds and reversible.

Operable windows – Two portholes can be opened to allow for ventilation while the camper doors are closed. Mosquito screens included.

LED lighting – LED’s on the interior door frame and fairy lights installed in the storage cubbies for accent lighting.

Trailer tongue box – camping equipment storage.

Recessed floor storage – Two recessed compartments are located in the camper for additional storage.

Galley – Custom organization for food/cooking storage and electrical accessories.

Insulation – Closed cell MiniCel foam panels with a charcoal finish.