The Gen 3 Sherpa earned the coveted Camper of the Year award in Australia, and the latest iteration integrates the proven elements of its predecessors with insights gained from North American camping experiences. The result is an all-season, robust camper equipped with an upgraded suspension system—dubbed “terraform”—that not only increases payload but also simplifies the leveling process through an onboard air system.
A testament to the Sherpa‘s evolution is the completely overhauled engine compartment, which offers improved storage, advanced electrical systems, and a robust heating solution. The camper is engineered to endure extremely cold climates, featuring dual matrix heaters and an enhanced glycol capacity. An innovative addition is the heated glycol line, which runs the length of the camper and ensures that water lines remain thawed even in freezing conditions. In a significant upgrade, the Sherpa’s heating system now includes a 110-volt element, providing users with an alternative power source by plugging in the glycol reservoir.
Not one to be limited to the colder seasons, the Gen 3 Sherpa proves equally adept in warmer climates, courtesy of an optional 12-volt Dometic air conditioner that operates independently of generators or external power supplies.
The camper’s front and rear hatches have transitioned from aluminum to insulated composite materials, significantly reducing thermal transfer. This alteration keeps the interior temperature regulated, minimizes power draw from the dual rear fridge drawers, and prevents lithium battery packs from shutting down in extreme cold.
Attention to storage is a cornerstone of the Gen 3 Sherpa’s design enhancements. Two new compartments at the rear of the fender offer additional utility space for LP bottles and wet storage for refuse or soiled gear. An over-fender workbench amplifies the coveted flat space rare in teardrop campers, and when combined with the expanded kitchen counter, food preparation areas are abundant.
The Sherpa has also forged new partnerships for its awning and shower cube accessories. The Bush Company has supplied the robust, freestanding 270-degree XT max awning, while Joocla provides a double-room shower cube complete with an optional roll-out floor.
Embodying effortless functionality, the Gen 3 Sherpa is designed to significantly simplify the camping experience. Access to the main heated sleeping cabin is a click away, and deploying the awning is a breeze.
The heart of production for the Sherpa, as well as the BRS Pursuit camper trailer and forthcoming models, is set in Hohenwald, Tennessee. The Base Sherpa is offered with an MSRP of $49,900, and the loaded-up “High Forrest” package with a 12v roof Air conditioner is offered with an MSRP of $59,900.
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