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VW Transporter SWB vs LWB
VW Transporter T6, T6.1, and T7 vans are available in two wheelbase options, short wheelbase (SWB) and long wheelbase (LWB). The difference between these two options is the length.
SWB VW Transporter T6 and T6.1 vehicles measure 4.9m in length, whilst LWB VW Transporter T6 and T6.1 vehicles measure 5.3m in length. Meanwhile, the newly launched VW T7 is slightly longer than previous generations of Transporter. SWB VW Transporter T7 vehicles measure 5.05m in length, whilst LWB VW Transporter T7 vehicles measure 5.45m in length.
It should be noted that the above vehicle lengths refer to standard VW Transporter vans. If these have been modified with the addition of a tow bar or a bike rack, this will increase the standard length of the vehicle.
In our campervan listings, the wheelbase of a vehicle will be denoted by either SWB or LWB. SWB stands for short wheelbase, LWB stands for long wheelbase.
How Long Are VW T6.1 Campervans?
On the road, the characteristics of a LWB VW Transporter won’t be that much different to those of a SWB VW Transporter. However, due to the extra length of the vehicle, the turning circle becomes a little wider on a LWB VW Transporter. The turning circle of a LWB VW T6/T6.1 Transporter is 13.2m, whilst the turning circle of a SWB VW T6/T6.1 Transporter is 11.9m. As for the VW Transporter T7, the turning circle is 12.5m for the SWB T7 and 13.8m for the LWB T7.
Across our campervan range, we offer our Classic, Sport, Sport XS, Sport + and Trekker models on both a SWB and LWB VW T6/T6.1 Transporter. Whilst on VW T7 base vehicles, we currently offer our Sport GT model.
Our SWB VW Transporter T6/T6.1 Campervan Range
Our LWB VW Transporter T6/T6.1 Campervan Range
Our SWB and LWB VW Transporter T7 Campervan Range
Looking to learn more about SWB or LWB VW Transporter T6, T6.1 and T7 campervans?
If you’re looking to learn more about the SWB or LWB VW Transporter T6, T6.1 and T7 campervans we have for sale, feel free to get in touch. You can call us on 01327 703371 or email us at sales@redline-campers.com