Turtle – Fully Off Grid Capable 1998 International DT466E
35”
Transmission: Allison Mt643 Automatic
Vermont Plates
Insured as an RV
209,000 miles
No rust
Runs like a top and shifts smooth
We’ve lived in turtle for a year and a half and traveled from coast to coast and made it to 25 states. She’s taken us all over the country and fulfilled our dreams of traveling full time, but I’ve accepted an on-site opportunity in CO and we are now looking to purchase a home. Everything was thought out to make this the most comfortable bus for us without sacrificing on daily luxuries. This winter we’ve been in -20 degree weather (with -50 degree windchill) and the bus stayed a cozy 75 degrees. We worked full time in National Forests with enough water, food storage and internet to last three weeks. Everything in the bus was handmaid to increase uniqueness and storage capabilities.
The engine is one of the best that Ford made, the systems in place make it comfortable and livable, and it could be the perfect tiny home/travel rig!
Please only comment or inquire if you are serious about buying
Solar setup:
– 1,320 watts of solar
– 24v Victron Multi-Plus 3000
– (2)220 amp lithium lifepo4 batteries
– All victron components, Bluetooth enabled
Electrical
– 120v outlets throughout
– 12v LED puck lights
– 50a connection
– 12v USB-A and USB-C fast charging in the bedroom
– 10” Maxxair Fan
– LED string lights for mood lighting
– 120v Water Heater
Water:
– 125 gallon fully insulated water tank located in the garage
– 70 gallon grey water
– 3 stage water filtration system
– Camplux 10 liter instant water heater
Heat sources:
– Two diesel heaters: one is a Webasto coolant heater and the other is a brand new Chinese diesel heater located at the front wall
– Dickinson Solid fuel marine grade stove. Very warm and cozy
Insulation:
– 3 inches of spray foam insulation throughout the bus
– 3 Inches of insulation board on the flooring.
– All original windows were removed, insulated and replaced with RV windows.
– We have a back wall that is fully insulated from the garage as well as a front wall insulating from the engine area. The bus has stayed in the mid 70s while it was -20 outside.
– Front Wall with wool door -helps keep the heat and the cold you want
Living area:
– Pull out couch that can sleep two, storage underneath.
– 30 inch television / work monitor
– Collapsible dinner table / work area
– Dual monitor workspace. Desk made with mahogany board
– Vinyl flooring
– Pine ceiling throughout (all wood has been polyurethaned with triple thick at a minimum 3 times)
Kitchen:
– Three burner stainless steel propane range
– 3/4 fridge
– Stainless steel full kitchen sink
– Hand built wooden cabinets with live edge
– Tons of storage and counter space throughout
Propane:
– Dual regulated propane setup located outside of the bus with a lock.
Internet:
– Pepwave dual sim router with cat18 signal extension on the roof
– We worked full-time from home all over the country
Bedroom:
– Full size memory foam mattress one year old. Used mattress protector from the first day.
– Bed lifts up with Hydraulics which gives storage underneath.
– Over head handmade cabinets with a live edge finish
– 10 inch Maxxair fan which works wonders
Bathroom:
– 3/4 shower made out of corrugated sheet metal.
– Tongue and groove pine walls
– Homemade compost toilet with diverter, vented through the roof.
Garage:
– 125g water tank
– 2 overhead storage cupboards
– Tons of storage space
Mud room:
– Includes coat storage and hangars
– With the seat removed it really opens the place up
Air Conditioning:
– 8,000 btu Portable A/C
