Is The 27North Ascender 30A The World's Best Adventure Vehicle?

27North has unleashed a beastly overland rig, marrying the huge 2023 Ford F-550 with the comfort of a home on wheels. This rig laughs in the face of rough terrain and scoffs at heavy payloads.

The Ascender 30A, born from the DNA of the indomitable F-550 Super Duty 4×4 crew cab. This rig doesn't just take the road less traveled; it goes where it damn well desires.

Under the bonnet is a Herculean 6.7-litre Power Stroke turbo diesel boasting 475-horsepower and a staunch 1050lb-ft of torque. This powerhouse pushes its grunt into all four wheels via a 10-speed TorqShift automatic transmission.

But what sets the Ascender 30A apart isn't just its muscle; it's the luxury within. Step inside, and you're greeted by a yacht-like interior that cradles you in comfort. A leather dinette, a sleek kitchenette, a full-size wet bath, and a king-sized loft bed are there when you’ve had enough of smashing through the bush.

Need more sleeping space? No problem. The rear dinette transforms into a double bed. And the kitchenette? It's got all you need for a road trip feast. A full-size wet bath stands ready for showers, and ample storage solutions keep your gear organised. Plus, with a 150-gallon freshwater tank, you're set for days of off-grid exploration - Central Australia, anyone?

The Ascender 30A boasts air conditioning and a hydronic heating system which can all be controlled with an iPad Pro central command unit. And with a 1200-watt solar charging system and a 150-gallon fuel tank, you're certainly equipped for the long haul.

Sure, it's a splurge, but for those who demand the best, the Ascender 30A is something unique that few will ever even see let alone own - just look at it.

While exact pricing remains a mystery, its F-250-based sibling is apparently priced from USD$796,000 to USD$1.5 million. When it comes to adventure, some things are just priceless. So, where would you take your Ascender?