The Northrop Van

2025

Date of Build

Mercedes Sprinter AWD

Chassis

144

Length

Build Tier

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Built on the Mercedes Sprinter 144 AWD platform, The Northrop is our El Capitan Tier 5 flagship designed for serious, full time adventure. This van blends long range off grid capability with refined, home level comfort. A large lithium power system, four season protected plumbing, and premium finishes make daily living easy, while rugged exterior upgrades and suspension enhancements keep it confident on remote roads and backcountry terrain.

Electrical

โ€ข 300W solar system
โ€ข 50A DC to DC charger
โ€ข 800Ah Battle Born smart lithium battery bank
โ€ข 3000W pure sine inverter charger
โ€ข 4x 110V outlets with USB A and C
โ€ข 2x 12V sockets
โ€ข GFCI protected circuit with dedicated Bosch outlet
โ€ข HDMI run to Lagun table location
โ€ข 30A shore power hookup


Plumbing

โ€ข 33 gallon fresh tank over wheel well with heat pad and level sensor
โ€ข Heated greywater system
โ€ข Air Head Classic composting toilet enclosure with exterior vent and dedicated power
โ€ข Tetravan Folding Shower 2.1 with magnetic curtain
โ€ข Quick connect outdoor shower
โ€ข Electric water heater


Heating and Cooling

โ€ข Premium wool insulation package with full plumbing protection
โ€ข Maxxair Deluxe roof fan
โ€ข 12V roof mounted AC unit
โ€ข Espar diesel heater


Kitchen

โ€ข Acacia butcher block countertop
โ€ข Undermount stainless sink with flush insert
โ€ข Single burner induction cooktop
โ€ข Isotherm Cruise 65 refrigerator
โ€ข 700W microwave


Interior and Aesthetic

โ€ข Acoustic slat ceiling with integrated lighting
โ€ข Painted shiplap walls
โ€ข Luxury vinyl plank flooring
โ€ข Advanced LED lighting including under cabinet and garage
โ€ข Reading lights on dedicated wiring


Storage

โ€ข 2x overhead cabinets
โ€ข 4x hanging storage bags with full length J channel rail
โ€ข Custom under counter fridge cabinet
โ€ข Hidden under mattress storage
โ€ข Headliner shelf
โ€ข Sliding door shoe cubby step
โ€ข 2x heavy duty pull out trays


Sleeping and Seating

โ€ข King size memory foam bed cut to 70 inches
โ€ข Bedside flares used as shelves
โ€ข Swivel driver and passenger seats
โ€ข Lagun adjustable table
โ€ข Freedman GO ES foldaway 2 passenger seat


Windows and Ventilation

โ€ข Passenger and driver T vent windows
โ€ข Rear glass cargo doors
โ€ข Magnetic blackout covers
โ€ข Full bug net set


Exterior and Off Road

โ€ข FVCO roof rack with light bar fairing and ladder
โ€ข Exterior perimeter lighting with 50 inch LED bar
โ€ข Electric awning with LEDs
โ€ข All terrain wheel and tire set of five
โ€ข Van Compass Stage 4.3 suspension
โ€ข Steel Craft side steps
โ€ข CA Tuned front bumper
โ€ข Warn 12s winch
โ€ข D rings
โ€ข Spare tire carrier
โ€ข Rocker lockers
โ€ข Rear door platform
โ€ข Tuff Skin liner on lower body


Tech and Safety

โ€ข Starlink In Motion High Performance kit
โ€ข 24 inch Vizio smart TV on swivel mount
โ€ข Carbon monoxide and smoke detector
โ€ข Fire extinguisher


Finish Selections

โ€ข Flooring: Talbot Oak
โ€ข Stain: Gun Metal
โ€ข Slat ceiling: Natural Walnut with black felt
โ€ข Cabinet paint: Refuge
โ€ข Outlets: white and black mix
โ€ข Fixtures and hardware: matte black
โ€ข Rims and flares: matte black