If you're looking for a family-friendly hybrid camper or off-road caravan, Austrack Campers offers one of the strongest bunk-bed line-ups on the Australian market. From the compact Tanami X13B through to the spacious Gibb 16B, every model is designed to balance off-road capability with comfortable family touring.

In this guide, we'll compare the five bunk models currently available in the Austrack range:

• Tanami X13B
• Madigan 15B
• Tanami X15B
• Talawana X16B
• Gibb 16B

We'll look at size, weight, sleeping arrangements, layouts and which type of family each model best suits.

Austrack Family Range At A Glance

Specifications sourced from Austrack Campers and current published model information.

Image: Talawana 16B: Triple Bunk model - External Kitchen Area.

Tanami X13B: Best for Small Families

The Tanami X13B is the most compact family model in the Austrack range. Based on the popular Tanami X13 platform, it incorporates a king-sized main bed and a single fixed bunk, making it ideal for couples travelling with one child.

Key Features

• King-size inner pocket spring bed
• 1 fixed bunk
• Internal ensuite
• Electric pop-top roof
• External slide-out kitchen
• 750W solar system
• 920Ah lithium battery capacity
• 2 x 120L freshwater tanks

Who It Suits

The X13B is perfect for:

• Couples with one child
• Families wanting the smallest tow footprint
• Buyers stepping up from a camper trailer

Pros

✅ Shortest overall length

✅ Easiest to store at home

✅ Lightest-feeling camper to tow

Image: Tanami X13B floorplan and bunk area

Madigan 15B: Budget-Friendly Family Favourite

The Madigan 15B delivers genuine family accommodation while keeping weight and pricing highly competitive. It features a king bed and two large bunks, sleeping a family of four or five comfortably.

Unlike the Tanami and Talawana models, the Madigan uses a slightly different design philosophy aimed at delivering excellent value without sacrificing family comfort.

Key Features

• King-size bed
• Two large bunk beds
• Internal induction cooktop
• Internal ensuite
• External kitchen
• 600W solar
• 230Ah lithium battery
• 4.5m awning

Who It Suits

The Madigan 15B works well for:

• Young families
• Buyers seeking maximum value
• Families who predominantly stay in caravan parks

Pros

✅ Lowest tare weight in the range

✅ Excellent value-for-money

✅ Good family-friendly layout

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Madigan 15B interior showing king bed and bunks

Tanami X15B: Premium Hybrid Camper for Families

The Tanami X15B is where Austrack's premium hybrid camper range really begins to shine. It retains the electric pop-top design while introducing a longer body, larger living space and dedicated bunk area.

The bunks measure:

• Top bunk: 700mm x 2100mm
• Bottom bunk: 900mm x 2100mm

This makes them among the most usable bunk beds in the Austrack line-up for growing children.

Key Features

• King-size main bed
• Two oversized bunks
• Internal kitchen
• External kitchen
• Internal ensuite
• 900W solar
• Massive 920Ah lithium battery setup
• Diesel heater
• Reverse-cycle air conditioning

Who It Suits

Ideal for:

• Families of four or five
• Long-term travellers
• Off-grid adventurers

Pros

✅ Premium power system

✅ Larger living area than X13B

✅ Excellent off-grid capability

Image: Tanami X15B floorplan with internal and external kitchens

Talawala X16B: Extra Space and Triple-Bunk Option

The Talawana X16B is one of the most versatile family campers in the Austrack range. It takes everything families love about the Tanami X15B and stretches the layout even further.

Standard versions include two bunks, while a factory triple-bunk configuration is also available.

Key Features

• King-size bed
• Available with 2 or 3 bunks
• Internal ensuite
• Internal kitchen
• External slide-out kitchen
• 900W solar
• 920Ah lithium battery system
• 5.0m awning

Who It Suits

Perfect for:

• Families with three children
• Extended touring
• Families wanting maximum flexibility

Pros

✅ Triple-bunk option available

✅ Spacious layout

✅ Full off-grid specification

✅ Large internal living area

Image: Talawana X16B triple bunk layout

Gibb 16B: The Luxury Family Caravan

The Gibb 16B sits at the top of Austrack's family range. Unlike the hybrid campers above, the Gibb is a full hybrid off-road caravan, offering more permanent internal space and a fixed roof design.

One major difference is the queen-sized master bed rather than the king-size arrangement found in the hybrid campers.

Like the Talawana, the Gibb is available in both double-bunk and triple-bunk configurations.

Key Features

• Queen-size bed
• Available with 2 or 3 bunks
• Internal ensuite
• Internal kitchen
• External slide-out kitchen
• 900W solar
• 920Ah lithium battery system
• Reverse-cycle air conditioning
• Full caravan-style layout

Who It Suits

Best suited to:

• Larger families
• Long-term touring
• Grey nomads travelling with grandchildren
• Buyers wanting maximum internal space

Pros

✅ Most spacious interior

✅ Triple-bunk option available

✅ Premium family touring layout

✅ Caravan-style comfort

Image: Gibb 16B interior

Which Austrack Family Model Should You Choose?

Choose the Tanami X13B if:

You have one child and want the most compact hybrid camper.

Choose the Madigan 15B if:

You want the best value family camper with bunk beds and low towing weight.

Choose the Tanami X15B if:

You want a premium hybrid camper with serious off-grid capability and space for a family of four to five.

Choose the Talawana X16B if:

You need more room and want the flexibility of a factory triple-bunk layout.

Choose the Gibb 16B if:

You want the largest, most luxurious family traveller in the Austrack range, with the option of either double or triple bunks.

Final Thoughts

Austrack has built one of Australia's most comprehensive family off-road ranges, with options covering everything from a compact three-berth hybrid camper through to a spacious triple-bunk hybrid caravan. Whether you're a family of three tackling weekend escapes or a family of six heading around Australia, there's a model designed specifically for your style of adventure. The standout options for larger families are undoubtedly the Talawana X16B and Gibb 16B, both of which can be ordered in triple-bunk configuration, making them excellent choices for families travelling with three children.

Image: Gibb 16B Triple Exterior