Tosbiq TK 280 (2027): Mini Caravan for 2 to 3 People with Bathroom in 2.8 m

We introduced you to the cute little Tosbiq TK 240 a few weeks ago. At the Caravan Salon 2026, right next to it stood its bigger sibling: the Tosbiq TK 280. It's 40 centimetres longer, has a bathroom with a cassette toilet and, on request, a 1.50 metre wide bed.

The living area measures 2.80 metres in length inside. Including the drawbar, the TK 280 is 4.30 metres long. It weighs around 700 kilos empty, can weigh up to 1,000 kilos, and goes up to 100 km/h. Solar panels, a diesel heater and an awning are already on board. The price: 18,999 euros.

What do you get for 2,000 euros more than the TK 240? And who is the extra cost worth it for?

Who's behind Tosbiq?

Tosbiq Karavan is a Turkish manufacturer from Erenler in Sakarya province, east of Istanbul. The TK 280 — also called the "Tosbiq 2.80" in Turkey — has been around there for a few years already. Tosbiq has now revamped it for Europe for the 2027 model year. The kitchen and bathroom have been redesigned, and over here the caravan is only available as a fully equipped version.

In Germany, Wohnwagenpark Pinneberg near Hamburg sells the Tosbiq models exclusively. You can read more about the dealer and the brand's history in Germany in our article on the TK 240.

The dimensions: 40 centimetres more than the TK 240

Figures according to the manufacturer and dealer, as of November 2026

What does that mean in everyday use? At 4.30 metres, the TK 280 is about as long as a small car. A VW Polo measures around 4.07 metres. Even so, the combination of car and caravan still needs two parking spaces in a row. By the way, the drawbar is the bar at the front that connects to the tow hitch.

There's no clear figure for the overall height. The manufacturer states an "outer height" of 198 centimetres. Given the 190 centimetres of standing height inside, this presumably only refers to the body, without the chassis and wheels. So on the road, the caravan is noticeably taller. If you want to use a carport or garage, get the dealer to measure it for you first.

Is the Tosbiq TK 280 suitable for towing with an electric car?

Yes, as long as your car is allowed to tow enough. With a permissible gross weight of 1,000 kilos and a braked axle, your tow vehicle needs a braked towing capacity of at least 1,000 kilos. A bit of extra margin is always a good idea. You'll find the towing capacity in your vehicle registration document under section O.1.

Many mid-range electric SUVs and EVs can manage this figure. Smaller electric cars are often allowed to tow less. Unlike the TK 240, the dealer doesn't mention a downrating to 750 kilos for the TK 280. That would hardly make sense anyway: with an unladen weight of 700 kilos, only 50 kilos of payload would be left. At 2.00 metres wide with that standing height, the TK 280 is no aerodynamic marvel — your EV's range will noticeably drop.

Also check your driving licence. With a category B licence, you're only allowed to tow a trailer over 750 kilos if the car and trailer together have a permissible gross weight of no more than 3,500 kilos. With the TK 280, that leaves your car a maximum permissible gross weight of 2,500 kilos.

The payload is well thought out: around 300 kilos is pretty generous for two to three people with luggage, crockery and supplies, especially for such a small model.

Living and sleeping: you get to choose the bed

The seating area is at the front, in the bow. Two benches face each other with a table in between. According to the manufacturer, up to four people can sit here during the day. In the evening, you convert the seating area into a double bed.

New for 2027: you can choose between two bed sizes, 130 × 195 centimetres or 150 × 200 centimetres. The smaller option is roughly the same as the bed in the TK 240 — a bit tight for two adults. The larger option is as wide as a regular double bed at home, which is rare in a mini caravan. According to the manufacturer, up to three people can fit with a child.

Light comes in through double-glazed windows with integrated blinds and fly screens. There's also a roof hatch. Two large overhead cabinets hang above the seating area. There's a bit more storage under the benches, though the heater and water tank are tucked in there too.

The furniture is made of laminated plywood, the walls are wallpapered, and the ceiling is covered in fabric. The exterior color follows the RAL color chart, and according to the dealer, you can pick your own upholstery fabric and wood finish at no extra cost.

Standing height is 190 centimeters, 7 centimeters more than the TK 240 — a real difference if you're on the taller side. A 2 kW diesel parking heater helps on cold nights. It's fed by a small diesel tank and heats without needing gas at all.

Kitchen: Rearranged in the back

The kitchen sits at the rear. There's a round stainless steel sink with a cover and plenty of storage above and below the countertop. According to the dealer, you cook on either an electric or a gas stove. The documents for the European model don't make clear whether the gas stove is built in or portable, so ask the dealer directly. A permanently installed gas stove means you'll need regular gas safety checks.

One thing to know about the electric stove: it needs 230 volts. The equipment list doesn't mention an inverter, which would convert battery power into 230 volts. So electric cooking only works when you're hooked up to shore power — meaning the caravan is connected by cable to the campsite's power box.

The fridge moved next to the seating area for 2027 and got bigger. The size figures vary depending on the source. The tech site netzwelt lists a 90-liter compressor fridge with a freezer compartment. The manufacturer states 130 to 138 liters for the Turkish version. What's certain: it runs on 12 volts via the onboard battery, just like a large car cooler box. The bigger fridge does eat into wardrobe space, though.

The bathroom: a cassette toilet instead of a bucket

Now for the biggest update. The bathroom was redesigned for 2027 and got larger. Instead of a washbasin with a cabinet underneath, there's now a small corner basin made of GRP — glass-fiber reinforced plastic, a lightweight, sturdy material also used in boat building.

The big advantage: instead of a portable toilet like in the TK 240, there's now a built-in cassette toilet. You pull the waste tank out from an outside hatch and empty it at the disposal station — no more carrying a toilet bucket through the caravan.

There's also a shower tray, a shower curtain, and a window. The basin tap doubles as a shower head. Compared to many other mini caravans, the bathroom is pleasantly spacious enough for an actual shower. There's also an outdoor shower, handy after the beach or for sandy feet. You'll find more models in this class in our overview.small travel trailers with toilet and shower.

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Water comes from a 65-liter tank, with a 12-volt pump building up the pressure. That's 25 liters more than the TK 240. For comparison: a quick shower in a trailer uses about 10 to 15 liters. The equipment list doesn't mention a wastewater tank. You'll probably need a portable wastewater container, often called a "wastewater taxi."

Technology and self-sufficiency

Self-sufficiency means you can get by for a while without mains power, say at a campsite with no electrical hookup. The TK 280 is well equipped for that.

A 340-watt solar panel sits on the roof. An MPPT controller manages the charging, pulling as much power as possible from the panel even when light conditions change. Power gets stored in a 100-amp-hour (Ah) gel battery. At a campground, a 20-amp charger tops it up via the 230-volt hookup. Inside, you'll find 230-volt sockets, USB ports, a 12-volt socket, and LED lighting both inside and out.

You shouldn't drain a gel battery much below half, or it'll age fast. So you've got around 50 Ah to actually use. That's enough for the fridge, lights, water pump, and phone charging for a day or two. With some sun, the 340-watt panel keeps it topped up nicely.

Body and chassis

The body frame is made of poplar plywood and heat-treated wood. According to the manufacturer, the outer shell is fiberglass—2 millimeters thick on the sides, 1.8 millimeters on the floor and roof. Styrofoam provides the insulation. The trade portal autoevolution, however, describes the outer shell as sheet aluminum. It's worth asking your dealer to show you which one it actually is.

The chassis comes from supplier AL-KO: a braked axle with shock absorbers, coupling, jockey wheel, and four support legs. The tires are sized 175/70 R13. The brake is an overrun brake, working like this: when the car brakes, the trailer pushes forward against the hitch. That pressure triggers the trailer's brakes—no cables needed.

An anti-snaking coupling with theft protection is available on request. It dampens the trailer's swaying motion. For lighter tow vehicles, we'd always go for it. A bike rack is also available on request. Here you need to keep an eye on the nose weight, which is the weight the drawbar puts on the tow hitch. The dealer doesn't provide a figure for this on the TK 280.

The price: what does the Tosbiq TK 280 cost?

Wohnwagenpark Pinneberg is currently asking 18,999 euros (as of November 2026). At the Caravan Salon in September, the price was still 17,999 euros according to netzwelt and autoevolution. Whether there are show or promotional prices is something you should ask the dealer directly.

Unlike Ankaravan, Tosbiq doesn't offer equipment packages. The solar system, diesel heater, fridge, cassette toilet, awning, outdoor shower, lockable drawbar box, and braked AL-KO axle are all already included in the base price. Your choice of color and upholstery costs nothing extra. The dealer offers financing (even without a down payment), trade-ins, and delivery throughout Germany and the EU.

For comparison: the TK 240 costs 16,999 euros. For 2,000 euros more, you get 40 centimeters of extra length, the cassette toilet, more water capacity, more solar power, and the large bed as an option. The Ankaravan Mini 270 from Berlin is significantly cheaper at 10,800 euros and weighs just 490 kilos — but it's also only allowed to weigh up to 750 kilos.

What to watch out for when buying

• Clarify the equipment: Fridge size, type of stove, and bed size vary depending on the source. → Get the equipment of your specific unit confirmed in writing in the purchase contract.

• Check the paperwork: We found no mention of the COC document (proof of EU type approval) on the website. → Ask to see it before buying. Without a COC, the caravan needs an individual inspection at TÜV or DEKRA.

• Water tightness: The body has a wooden frame. If water gets in, the wood suffers. The manufacturer states a five-year water-tightness warranty for Turkey, while netzwelt mentions two years. → Ask what applies in Germany.

• Plan for service: The official dealer is based in Pinneberg near Hamburg and offers a two-year manufacturer warranty. → If you live further away, clarify where warranty work will be carried out.

• Wastewater: No wastewater tank is listed. → Budget for a wastewater pump-out service.

Pros and cons

Technical specs at a glance

Figures according to Wohnwagenpark Pinneberg, Tosbiq Karavan and trade media. As of: November 2026.

Verdict: Who's the Tosbiq TK 280 for?

The TK 280 is the more “sensible” sibling of the TK 240. It suits couples and small families with one kid who want to hit the road for two or three weeks at a time. The cassette toilet, the optional large bed, and the generous payload make it more practical for everyday use than most other mini caravans.

For off-grid campers, some weak spots remain: cooking with electricity only works on mains power, the gel battery is on the small side, and there's no wastewater tank. On a campsite, though, none of that really matters.

If you've got a tow vehicle rated for at least 1,000 kg of trailer weight and you check your driving license category carefully, the TK 280 gives you a lot of caravan in very little length. We cover more compact models in our overview of mini caravans with toilet and shower up to 1,000 kg.