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How much do they cost to buy, maintain, register,
and insure? Fifth wheel prices vary greatly
depending on the size, inclusions, design and options.
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Fifth wheels available in Australia generally range in
size from approx 19 feet to 35 feet. Typically the bigger they are the
more expensive. Ranging from approx. $70,000 to $150,000 or more in
some cases.
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Some are standard US models that have been converted
afterwards for Australian conditions with different standards of
workmanship, suitability and compliance.
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Purpose built units for Australia are generally more
expensive due to the lower volumes of production and the higher cost of
Australian approved 240 volt and gas appliances. This will generally
add $10,000 or more to the price. Even so the price of the Australian
Flagstaff 23 is comparable to a similar size Australian caravan with
similar levels of features.
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The Flagstaff 23 is a purpose built unit for Australia
and has almost all available US options standard.
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Cost to register similar to a comparable caravan. Stamp
duty, just as with caravans, is applicable in some States.
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Spare parts are generally similar in price to
Australian caravans.
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Similar maintenance costs of comparable Australian
caravans.
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Insurance quotes - please see
our dealers for a quote.
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