Startracks Trucks - Alpaca Sprinter Van

Alpaca Sprinter Van

The Alpaca Sprinters are Freightliner or Dodge Sprinters with CDI 5-cylinder Turbocharged Diesel Engines & 5-speed auto transmission - 22mpg. The Sprinter is a Jack-of-all-trades and has more than enough room. You can choose your Alpaca van from a selection of 4 weight categories (2.6 to 4.6 tons), 3 wheelbases and some 50 standard combinations. Head and standing room makes these a must!

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An option we provide for this vehicle is the Espar Airtronics Heaters Models 2 and 4 which operate on diesel fuel and are manufactured in 12 or 24 Volt models. Heat outputs range from 2,900 BTU to 13,600 BTU. Applications range from Bunk heat and Cabin heat to Cargo Heat. These air systems are compact with all heat creation and fan distribution. The heaters have from two to four heat levels and cycle between these levels according to the temperature desired.

Espar's Hydronic 4 and D5 Coolant Heaters offer low fuel and power consumption providing affordable heating solutions for small trucks, mini-vans, sprinters and and other small utility vehicles. Its' compact size enables a simple installation and are available in 12 and 24 volt versions. Automatic heat regulation through 2 heat levels with outputs ranging from 8,200 BTU to 17,100 BTU. Diesel (D) and Gasoline (B) versions are available.

Another great option we offer is the Wallas Flush-Mounted Stove. The product allows us to optimize the space. It has a separately installed oven and independent operating switches that can be placed as desired, e.g. out of reach of children. All ceramic stoves are equipped with stepless power adjustment. Once switched on, the cooking properties and heat are on a par with a home stove. The fuel for these diesel oil-operated devices can be taken from the motorhomes’s main tank.

Powered by a diesel engine, the Kubota Generator measures 28" L, 15.5" W, and 15" H, weighing 160 lbs. It has sufficient output to power a 16,000 btu air conditioner, refrigerator, and battery charger. An optional fiberglass enclosure is available to further quiet the generator to the decibel level of an electric toothbrush.

Alpacas are foilage eating animals and produce a tremendous amount of body heat. Since they are native to cool climates, special considerations have to be made when transporting. The addition of an Air-Conditioning Unit and/or Window Ventilation is paramount in maintaining the alpaca's sensitive immune system.

Ceiling A/C Unit

Window Ventilation

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Sliding Bulkhead Door

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Heavy-Duty Bulkhead Door

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Spare Tire Carrier

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Top Convex Mirror Addon

WHAT IS AN ALPACA? An alpaca is a member of the camelid family, though alpacas are much smaller than a camel and approximately one-half the size of a llama. Their weight can vary from 90 to 200 pounds and they measure 30 - 36 inches tall at the withers. Alpacas are prized for their thick lustrous fiber which is considered one of the finest in the world. Alpacas come in many colors but the eight basic colors are: black, white, caramel, fawn, coffee, silver, red and piebald. There are two types of alpaca; huacaya and suri. The huacaya has thick crimpy fiber, while the suri has penciled locks with a wonderful luster.
WHAT IS DONE WITH THE FIBER? An alpaca is sheared once annually. The fiber can be used in many different ways to make sweaters, dresses, all types of outerwear, rugs and wall hangings. Currently in the United States there is only a cottage industry for the fiber. Many breeders market their fleeces to local spinners.