MWB:
THE 6 METRE
CHALLENGE
The MWB Sprinter is the ultimate compromise: small enough to park in a standard supermarket space, but just big enough to live in. Here is how to optimize every inch.
The Golden Rule: You Can't Have It All
In a Long Wheelbase (LWB) Sprinter, you can have a fixed bed, a large kitchen, a seating area, and a full shower. In a Medium Wheelbase (MWB), you must choose your priority.
The Top 3 MWB Layouts
The Flare Sleeper
Using fiberglass side-flares to sleep width-ways across the rear. This frees up 1 meter of length, allowing room for a small kitchen and a hidden Porta-Potti.
The U-Shape Rear Lounge
No fixed bed. A large U-shape seating area that converts into a massive bed at night. The most spacious feeling MWB layout.
The Front Swivel
Using the driver and passenger swivel seats as the primary living area, allowing a fixed rear bed and a decent kitchen block in the middle.
The Shower Problem
A fixed shower cubicle takes up roughly 70cm x 70cm of floor space. In an MWB, this is a massive sacrifice. Consider alternatives:
- Outdoor shower out the back doors
- Hidden shower tray under the floor
- Gym memberships & campsite facilities