Swift Challenger 500 2026

Designed for families and seasoned caravanners alike, the Challenger range offers a modern, well-equipped space at an affordable price. It builds on the essentials with added comfort, including the latest Truma CombiNeo for continuous hot water – ideal for those who enjoy a long shower or need back-to-back showers for the whole family. Challenger is made for easy getaways, comfortable living and memorable holidays, time after time.

10 years bodyshell and water ingress warranty

Challenger 500 Specification

Width - 2.25m / 7'5"

Shipping Length - 6.53m / 21'5"

MTPLM - 1350kg

Payload - 146kg

Exterior and Construction

European Whole Vehicle Type Approval ensures compliance with strict weight, dimension and safety regulations

AL-KO Vario X chassis  -single axles

AL-KO galvanised steel chassis with Euro-axle - twin axles

EN1645 Grade 3 classification for heating and thermal insulation confirmed by cold chamber testing

SMART construction with GRP body panels:

Strong, moisture proof ‘PURe’ polyurethane timber-less framed bodyshell with polystyrene insulation core and GRP outer skins (25mm in sidewalls, 32mm in roof)

Robust balanced panel side walls with GRP outer and inner skin

44mm ‘sandwich’ floor construction with GRP outer skin, ply upper and high rigidity Ravatherm core

Hail resistant exterior GRP roof, fully bonded for extra strength and flatness

Sweeping front panel in GRP with triple flush fitting opening windows and exclusive LED front marker lights

Full height GRP rear panel

Streamlined aerodynamic profile

Striking grey exterior with NEW unique graphics

Chrome exterior grab handles

Exclusive LED rear light clusters, LED high level marker and brake light which provide better visibility in poor weather

LED awning light

120W roof mounted solar panel

External 230V mains socket & External BBQ point and connector

15” half diamond cut Edge alloy wheels

Steel spare wheel

High tyre rating - a load margin is included in the tyre specification

Heavy duty corner steadies (twin axles)

Step-on hitch cover for easier cleaning of front windows

Exterior access battery box with mains electric inlet (battery not included)

Exterior access door to front nearside (except 630)

Graphite wide access gas locker door with two compression locks (except 390. Extra wide on Grande models)

Bulkhead mounted regulator suitable for use with either propane or butane bottles

Fully double-glazed opening windows

Screen printed windows with graphite grey tint

Fixing bars for optional Thule rear mounted cycle rack

Exterior one-piece door with magnetic stay, interior moulded liner, concealed hinges, chrome handle, window with blind, bin, dustpan and brush

Entrance step

10 year manufacturer backed bodyshell warranty

Living, Relaxing & Sleeping

Spacious front lounge with an extra seven inches between seats (Grande models - U-shaped front lounge in 630)

1.95m (6'5") headroom

NEW Elephant soft furnishing scheme with Aquaclean fabric

Sangallo Elm woodgrain with Toro and Grau woodgrain accents with complementary furniture and white locker doors in kitchen

Grey French Oak effect, high impact, scratch resistant floor vinyl

Large retained entrance mat with embroidered logo

NEW Dometic panoramic front sunroof incorporating fully integrated curved blind system, recessed lighting and speakers

Large mid-dinette with wrap-around seating with freestanding telescopic table (630 Grande & 640 Grande)

Curtains to front windows

Twin curtain track for improved hanging and ease of use

Sectioned removable bleachable carpets for flexibility (except washroom)

NEW sprung seat bases and tri-foam backrests for optimal seating and sleeping comfort

Seat and backrest ventilation boards

Beech slat seat and bed bases for extra comfort and sprung hinged tops for easy access (Challenger)

Bed make-up system with slats retained on track (Challenger)

Easy Accuride bed make up system on front and mid-dinette beds with beech slat seat and bed bases with fully opening hinged tops for extra comfort and easy access (Grande)

Exclusive Duvalay Duvalite Strato mattress, which includes a platinum support layer and reflex foam for superior durability while memory fibre increases airflow for a more comfortable sleep (fixed beds)

Aluminium bed frames to maximise strength and storage space (fixed beds)

Wooden bed surround (fixed beds)

NEW phone storage pockets with twin USB point on rear double bed (model specific)

Midi-Heki rooflight with flyscreen and adjustable concertina blind in lounge

Mini-Heki rooflight with flyscreen and adjustable concertina blind in kitchen (model specific)

Mini-Heki rooflight with flyscreen and adjustable concertina blind in bedroom (model specific)

Door flyscreen with easy concertina action

NEW blackout blinds on all windows

Flyscreens on all windows

Lounge mirror

Cooking & Eating

Thetford thermostatic oven and grill with three-burner gas hob and one electric hotplate, all with electronic ignition. Hob features a glass lid with auto gas shut-off functionality

Flatbed microwave oven with digital controls

Thetford 142 litre tall fridge with 15 litre freezer compartment

Stippled grey worktop and table top colour to complement the interior fabric scheme

Foldaway kitchen worktop extension (model specific)

Durable stainless steel kitchen sink

Swan neck chrome effect swivel spout kitchen tap

Removable extension drainer with dedicated storage

Washing up bowl

NEW pull-out wire basket in kitchen cupboard

Cutlery drawer on smooth-action steel runners

Chrome finish crockery rack

Freestanding table

Washing

Boutique style wash basin unit with cupboard and mirror

Dedicated shower with bi-fold door and travel lock (except, 500 and 560)

One piece ‘Vellamo’ shower cubicle with curved sliding door and NEW coat hook (560)

Shower curtain (500)

Ecocamel Jetstorm showerhead with on/off button for a powerful shower that uses less water

NEW White Stipple effect shower wallboard

Chrome effect swivel spout vanity tap

Thetford toilet with electric flush and 18 litre wheeled waste tank

Mini or Midi-Heki rooflight with flyscreen and adjustable concertina blind (model specific)

Additional coat hooks or towel ring (model specific)

31mm thick washroom door with domestic style lock and handle(s)

Storage

Useful front chest featuring a soft close drawer and convenient slide-out extending top (except 500 and 630)

Additional storage space including a second wardrobe (560, 580 and 580 Grande) and third wardrobe (650)

Positive overhead locker catches for secure storage on the move with chrome handles

Upper front corner opening lockers for extra storage

Shelves in selected lockers for extra storage

Seat bases featuring spaceframe construction with full front access and space for larger items

Heating & Utilities

Control system with 4” LCD colour touchscreen panel featuring;

Simple controls for monitoring and managing:

Power

Battery selection, battery level meter and power usage

Selected lighting control with soft-start dimming

Water, tank levels and control related features such as pump control (twin axles)

Environment monitoring with internal and external temperature and internal humidity levels

4G Wi-Fi-ready by supply of 12V power supply in kitchen locker

NEW dual fuel heating with Truma CombiNEO Boiler, delivering quick and continuous hot water

Digital programmable controller for heating and hot water

Areas under beds and seats, and washroom areas warmed by Truma blown air system

High flow rate onboard pump with chrome effect taps for reliable, high performance water supply

Onboard semi-rigid fresh water pipes

Large bore underslung rigid waste pipes

Isolation taps for gas appliances

Fully protected mains electric system

25 metre mains hook-up cable

25 amp switchmode charger/transformer

LED lighting throughout interior including:

Adjustable under locker LED spotlights with USB points

Pelmet lighting in lounge

Over locker lighting

Under kitchen worktop lighting

Wireless phone charging pad with USB A and USB C sockets

A minimum of four 230V sockets and a mix of USB A and NEW USB C points for easy charging of portable devices (except 390)

Chrome effect sockets and switches

Branded FM/DAB radio with USB, Bluetooth connectivity and auxiliary input

Status 570 directional digital / analogue TV/FM aerial and booster

TV point with 230V, 12V and aerial sockets (two on twin axles)

Safety & Security

Convenient one-key high security locks

Passive infra-red alarm system with tilt sensor and key fob operation

Dead lock facility on entrance door for added security

VIN CHIPTM identification system concealed within construction to deter theft and aid quick recovery

CRiS identity number labels to windows and caravan chassis

AL-KO AKS 3004 stabiliser

AL-KO Automatic Trailer Control (ATC)

Receiver for optional AL-KO Secure wheel lock (two on twin axle models)

Smoke alarm

Carbon monoxide alarm

Options - Dealer fit

AL-KO Secure wheel lock(s)

Wrap around front seating in addition to drawer chest

Weight plate upgrade (model dependent)

Cycle rack (Thule Elite G2 two cycle)