27North

27North Ascender

Ultra-premium, fully custom expedition vehicle

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Starting At $750,000
Chassis Ford F-550 4x4 (203" WB)
Battery 12 kWh
Solar 800W
Fresh Water 100 gal
Sleeps 6
GVWR 19,500 lbs
Wet Bath Yes — Indoor

Best For

  • Full-time luxury overlanding
  • Largest families (sleeps 6)
  • Buyers who want maximum customization
  • King bed requirement

Strengths

  • King bed — only king in the comparison
  • Sleeps 6 — highest capacity
  • 100 gal fresh water
  • 800W solar + 12 kWh battery
  • Highly customizable (true bespoke builds)
  • Full indoor wet bath
  • 80 gal fuel tank

Considerations

  • ~$750K+ is second-highest price point
  • 18-24 month lead time (longest)
  • Largest footprint — challenging on trails
  • 12V system (same limitation as Rossmönster)
  • Less published spec data than other manufacturers

Full Specifications

MSRP$750,000
Fully Loaded Estimate$850,000
Adventure Ready PriceNot published
Price Includes TruckYes
Deposit RequiredContact 27North
Estimated Lead Time18-24 months
Build TypeTurnkey
Build ApproachFactory-built, made to order (highly customizable)
Sales ChannelFactory direct (27North)
Base ChassisFord F-550 4x4 (203" WB)
Chassis ClassClass 5
Engine6.7L Power Stroke V8 Turbo Diesel
Horsepower330 HP
Torque825 lb-ft
Transmission10-speed automatic (TorqShift)
Drivetrain4x4
Fuel TypeDiesel
Fuel Capacity80 gal
Estimated RangeNot published
GVWR19,500 lbs
Towing CapacityNot published
Hitch / ReceiverHeavy-duty receiver hitch
SuspensionCustom heavy-duty suspension (varies per build)
Tires37-41" all-terrain
WheelsBeadlock or heavy-duty steel
Super SinglesYes
Onboard AirStandard
Exterior Driving Height~11'6" (est.)
Interior Standing Height6'5"
Ground ClearanceNot published
Approach AngleNot published
Departure AngleNot published
Overall Length28'
Exterior Width8'2"
Wheelbase203"
Interior Square FootageNot published
Kitchen Aisle WidthNot published
Shower / Wet Bath HeightNot published
Bunk HeadroomNot published
Curb Weight17,500 lbs
Payload Capacity2,000 lbs
System Voltage12v
Solar800W
Solar Details800W roof-mounted solar
Battery (kWh)12 kWh
Battery (Ah)1000 Ah
Battery Details1,000 Ah LiFePO4 @ 12V
Inverter3,000W
Inverter Details3,000W pure sine wave
Charging SourcesSolar (800W) Alternator (DC-DC) Shore power
Shore Power30A shore power
Control SystemCustom monitoring system
Fresh Water100 gal
Grey Water30 gal
Black WaterNot published
ToiletPorcelain flush
Hot WaterDiesel hydronic tankless
FiltrationMulti-stage filtration
Wet BathYes — Indoor
Exterior ShowerHot/cold exterior rinse
Winterization4-season heated plumbing
Heating SystemDiesel hydronic heater (in-floor radiant)
Air ConditioningRooftop A/C (standard)
Heated FloorsStandard
VentilationMaxxAir fans
Cooktop2-burner induction
Oven / MicrowaveConvection microwave oven
RefrigeratorLarge residential-style fridge/freezer
SinkUndermount stainless steel
CountertopGranite or quartz
Pantry / StorageFull pantry + extensive cabinetry
Primary BedKing bed (76" × 80")
Bed SizeKing
Secondary SleepingDinette converts + additional sleeping area
Sleeps6
Rooftop TentAvailable
Shell MaterialComposite fiberglass construction
Exterior CoatingNot published
Insulation4-season insulation
Front BumperHeavy-duty steel bumper
Rear BumperHeavy-duty rear bumper with swing-outs
Light BarLED light bar
Front WinchFront winch
Rear WinchNot published
AwningPower awning
Exterior StorageLarge pass-through basement storage
Entry DoorInsulated entry door
Spare TireSwing-out carrier
StarlinkNot published
WindowsDual-pane insulated
Roof HatchStandard
Cab Pass-ThroughStandard pass-through
Color OptionsFully customizable interior
CabinetryPremium custom woodwork
FlooringHeated luxury flooring
Walls / CeilingPremium finished interior
Table / DiningFull dining table
ClosetFull wardrobe closet
TV / DisplayLarge Smart TV
Audio SystemPremium audio system
Builder Warranty27North structural warranty
Chassis WarrantyFord 3yr/36,000 mi
Powertrain WarrantyFord 5yr/60,000 mi
Smoke / CO DetectorStandard
Fire ExtinguisherStandard

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