|
"Unlike any other “Class
B” Touring Coach on the
road today"
|
|
|
Airstream press release - "The core
elements of the Airstream experience - refined by nearly
eight decades of travel and exploration around the globe –
are simple: thirst for adventure, a yearning to explore the
open road, the desire to own something truly hand-made and
unique. Now Airstream has infused its exclusive blend of
rugged construction and luxurious hand-crafted workmanship
into an all-new model, the 2009 Airstream Interstate 3500.
Smaller than a full-size motorhome, yet unlike any other
“Class B” Touring Coach on the road today, the Airstream
Interstate 3500 features best-in-class hauling and carrying
capacity, a state-of-the-art Energy Management System, an
eco-friendly drivetrain, a luxurious interior and a bevy of
Airstream-engineered on-board systems that make travel a
stress-free experience."
“The 2009
Interstate 3500 is the perfect package for people that feel
the urge to explore, but want to do it in a comfortable,
easy-to-drive, fuel efficient vehicle,” says Airstream CEO
Bob Wheeler. “The Airstream brand stands for adventure,
quality and durability. Our new Interstate exemplifies those
points, thanks to a rugged Freightliner Sprinter 3500
chassis and cutting-edge turbodiesel engine, combined with
contemporary exterior styling and all the high-end interior
appointments and innovations you’d expect from an
Airstream.”

NOT JUST
ANOTHER SHELL
What truly
makes the Interstate 3500 stand out from other recreational
vehicles are compact exterior proportions and car-like
handling combined with a large, well-appointed cabin. The
Mercedes CDI V6 Diesel can achieve up to 20mpg highway
mileage, and is rated to run on B5 Bio-Diesel. Driving the
Interstate is a pleasure, thanks to standard Adaptive
Electronic Stability Program (ESP), power-assist rack and
pinion steering, and European-designed suspension.
While the
Interstate’s sleek exterior features unique Airstream
styling cues and subtle silver accents, it is more than just
another Sprinter shell. Unlike other Class B coaches on the
market, Airstream starts with the heavy-duty 3500 series
chassis, which features dual rear wheels for improved
stability and hauling capability, as well as a higher Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). That means you can pack more
gear, people and adventure into your Interstate without
worrying about exceeding its limits. The Interstate 3500 is
even rated to tow up to 5,000 pounds, making it capable of
pulling a variety of boats, ATVs and other adventure
accessories.
PRACTICAL
LUXURY
Inside the
Airstream-designed cabin, the 2009 Interstate can seat eight
people and sleep two. Its unique adaptive floor-plan can be
configured with forward facing bucket seats and a rear
bench, a rear bed, and even social “club seating” facing a
center table when parked. The Interstate’s laminated
interior floor is as unique as the vehicle itself. The floor
is over 1.5-inches thick, and is designed to offer maximum
insulation from the outside climate as well as superior
sound dampening and isolation from road noise. All
Interstate seating surfaces are covered in UltraLeather and
UltraSuede, and all cabinetry is constructed of extruded
aluminum or real wood. The galley includes a 1.2 cubic foot
Apollo oven that features convection-microwave and two other
advanced cooking options. A stainless steel two-burner stove
cooktop is flush mounted beneath a glass cover, fueled by
onboard liquid propane. The 3.1 cubic foot refrigerator uses
an AC/DC compressor that consumes 90% less power than a
standard RV refrigerator.
Other
Interstate 3500 features include an expandable bathroom with
an easy-to-clean one-piece gel-coated fiberglass shower with
integrated sink. A special chrome pull-out faucet converts
to a showerhead and a built-in liquid soap and shampoo
dispenser eliminates loose bottles and increases convenience
on the road. A new onboard monitoring system keeps
passengers updated on power and water levels, and a new
electrical system utilizes cutting-edge absorbed glass matt
(AGM) batteries that can be charged by the tow vehicle’s
220-amp alternator, camp ground hookups via the
converter/inverter, or an optional 50 watt roof mounted
solar panel.
When compared to traditional RV electrical systems, the
Interstate system is easier to use and requires
significantly less maintenance.
OPTIONS FOR
EVERY ADVENTURE
Options on the
Interstate 3500 include the aforementioned roof-mounted
solar panel and charge controller, a rear backup camera
mated to a 5.5-inch LCD screen, even a 13-foot power
operated awning.
If you want to keep your passengers entertained on the road,
a 19-inch flat panel LCD TV/DVD mounted in back above the
rear bench/bunk is perfect for watching movies at the
campsite. A roof-mounted high-efficiency Carrier air
conditioning unit is available, controlled by a wall mounted
thermostat “just like home,” and an Onan 2.5 KW liquid
propane powered generator can also be mounted under the
floor to save interior cabin space and keep the vehicle’s
center of gravity low. Thanks to its LP fuel, the generator
emits extremely low emissions and makes the Interstate
totally self-sufficient.
|
"Unlike any other “Class
B” Touring Coach on the
road today"
|
|