Alu-Cab Khaya Basic Drive-Off Camper | Build Your Own Expedition Camper
Alu-Cab Khaya Basic | Build Your Own Expedition Camper
A proven drive-off camper. A completely open interior. Your build, your way.
In-Stock Khaya Basic Sale: Save $3,500
For a limited time, save $3,500 CAD on in-stock Alu-Cab Khaya Basic Campers.
Regular Price: $20,995 CAD
Sale Price: $17,495 CAD
This exclusive offer is available only through:
• Cap-it Langley Township, BC
• Cap-it Edmonton South, AB
• Cap-it Calgary, AB
Canada-wide freight is available. Offer applies to in-stock units only, while supplies last. Freight, professional installation, vehicle-specific fitment, support legs, battery, interior equipment and optional accessories are additional unless otherwise stated.
The Alu-Cab Khaya Basic is a builder's dream. It gives you the proven aluminum shell, pop-up sleeping system and drive-off flexibility of the Khaya platform, then leaves the interior open for you to finish around the way you actually travel.
Use it as it comes for a simple, lightweight basecamp. Add a power system and fridge for weekend travel. Build in storage, water, heat and a kitchen over time. Or create a completely custom expedition camper designed around work, hunting, fishing, photography, long-distance travel or life off the grid.
This is not a stripped-down imitation of the Khaya. It is the genuine Alu-Cab Khaya platform, designed, engineered and manufactured in South Africa, supplied with a carpeted interior, pop-up tent, mattress, lighting, solar preparation and the relevant mounting kit.
Great bones. Proven engineering. Nothing inside that tells you how your camper has to work.
The Blank Canvas Advantage
Fully equipped campers are convenient, but they also make decisions for you. The refrigerator goes where the manufacturer puts it. The kitchen uses the space the manufacturer chooses. Storage, electrical equipment and water systems are designed around someone else's idea of the perfect trip.
The Khaya Basic gives that control back to you.
- Start simple, use the carpeted interior as an open living and storage area
- Build in stages, add only the systems you need, when you need them
- Choose your own equipment, including power, refrigeration, heat, water and storage
- Design the layout around your gear instead of adapting your gear to a fixed layout
- Keep more open floor space for bikes, tools, equipment or commercial use
- Avoid paying for built-in systems you may already own or do not want
- Repair, replace and upgrade individual components more easily over time
Some People Want a Fully Furnished Camper
Others want a strong foundation and the freedom to make every decision themselves.
The Khaya Basic is for the second group. It gives you the structure, shelter and sleeping system, without filling the interior with equipment that may not suit how you travel.
What Is Included
The Khaya Basic is intentionally open inside, but it is not an empty aluminum box. The essential camper structure and sleeping system are already in place.
- Alu-Cab Khaya aluminum camper body
- Carpeted interior
- Pop-up tent and rooftop sleeping area
- Mattress
- Seven dual-colour LED interior lights
- Lighting wiring loom, battery excluded
- Solar preparation wiring, solar panel excluded
- Canvas storage bag on the rear door
- Relevant vehicle mounting kit, subject to confirmed application
What is not included: The Khaya Basic does not include the kitchen, refrigerator, water system, heater, battery, awning, Shower Cube or built-in cabinetry found in a fully equipped Khaya 2-Sleeper. That is the point. You decide what belongs inside.
Build It Your Way
There is no single correct way to finish a Khaya Basic. Your ideal build depends on where you travel, how long you stay and what you want the camper to do.
The Simple Weekender
Keep the interior mostly open. Add portable storage, a fridge, a compact power station and your favourite camp kitchen. You get the protection and convenience of a drive-off camper without turning it into a major construction project.
The Custom Overland Build
Add permanent cabinetry, lithium power, solar charging, water storage, heating, refrigeration and exterior accessories. Build the systems around the destinations you intend to reach and the amount of time you plan to remain off-grid.
The Gear Hauler
Preserve open interior space for bikes, climbing gear, photography equipment, hunting supplies, fishing gear or recovery equipment. Add tie-downs, removable storage and only the comforts you need.
The Work and Adventure Camper
Build a mobile workspace, equipment carrier or field-support unit that converts into a comfortable sleeping setup after the workday ends.
The Drive-Off Difference
The Khaya Basic is designed to slide onto a compatible mid-size pickup and come off again when you no longer need it on the truck.
Leave it mounted for travel, or unload it at camp and use the truck independently. Back at home, store the camper and return the pickup to daily driving, hauling or work duty.
- No trailer to tow
- No permanent camper attached to your truck year-round
- Leave your basecamp established while using the truck separately
- Remove the camper before selling or changing vehicles
- Retain more of the everyday usefulness of your pickup
Compatible support legs are required to remove, support and store the camper safely. Ask Cap-it about the correct drive-off leg system for your setup.
Why We Like It
The Khaya Basic may be the most honest product in the Khaya lineup. It does not pretend that every traveller wants the same kitchen, storage arrangement or electrical system.
What it gives you is the expensive and difficult part: a proven aluminum camper body, a pop-up sleeping system, lighting, solar preparation and the ability to remove the entire camper from the truck.
Everything after that can be as simple or ambitious as you want. Camp in it almost immediately, build it slowly over several seasons, or turn it into a one-of-one expedition rig.
It is not unfinished. It is waiting for your plan.
Why Choose the Khaya Basic?
- You want a genuine Alu-Cab camper without a predetermined interior
- You already own camp equipment you want to reuse
- You prefer portable or removable systems over built-in components
- You want to spread the cost of your build over time
- You need open space for specialized gear or work equipment
- You enjoy designing, building and improving your own setup
- You want a drive-off camper that does not permanently take over your truck
Vehicle Compatibility
The Khaya Basic is designed for many mid-size double-cab short-bed and extra-cab long-bed pickup trucks. Final compatibility depends on the exact vehicle, model year, bed configuration, payload rating and mounting requirements.
Common North American applications may include:
- Toyota Tacoma
- Ford Ranger
- Chevrolet Colorado
- GMC Canyon
- Other compatible mid-size pickups, subject to fitment confirmation
Important: The Khaya Basic does not fit the Jeep Gladiator. Vehicle fitment and payload must be confirmed by Cap-it before purchase or installation.
The basic camper weighs approximately 400 kg (882 lb) before adding your interior build, battery, water, accessories, cargo, passengers and other equipment. The completed vehicle must remain within all manufacturer weight ratings and applicable regulations.
A custom build can add significant weight quickly. Material selection, water capacity, batteries, cabinetry and exterior equipment should all be considered before construction begins.
Dimensions and Weight
| Product SKU | KH-BASIC-B |
| Roof Closed | 2800 mm L x 1850 mm W x 1450 mm H |
| Roof Open | 2800 mm L x 1850 mm W x 3100 mm H |
| Basic Shell Weight | Approximately 400 kg (882 lb) |
| Potential Fully Kitted Weight | Approximately 770 kg (1,698 lb), depending on final build |
| Roof Packing Load | Maximum 50 kg (110 lb) |
Roof-mounted weight affects how easily the pop-up roof opens. Position heavier equipment toward the front of the roof and lighter equipment, such as a solar panel, toward the rear.
Popular Ways to Expand Your Khaya
Build your camper with the systems that matter to you. Popular additions may include:
- Alu-Cab 160W Solar Panel
- Alu-Cab 270° Shadow Awning
- Alu-Cab Shower Cube
- Alu-Cab Alu-Table
- Alu-Cab Side Prep Table
- Khaya Spare Wheel Swing Arm
- Jerry Can Holder
- Rieco-Titan Legs and Brackets
- Portable or built-in refrigerator
- Lithium battery and power management system
- Water storage, pump and filtration
- Air heater and water heater
- Custom cabinetry, drawers and gear storage
Speak with Cap-it before beginning a permanent interior build. Weight distribution, service access, ventilation, structural attachment and vehicle payload should be considered during the planning stage.
Prefer a Fully Equipped Khaya?
The Khaya Basic is ideal for builders, but not everyone wants a custom project. The fully equipped Khaya 2-Sleeper adds an integrated interior, cooking facilities, refrigerator, air heater, water heater, Shadow Awning, Shower Cube, tables and additional camp systems.
View the Alu-Cab Khaya 2-Sleeper Expedition Camper
Professional Fitment and Canada-Wide Delivery
This promotional inventory is available exclusively through Cap-it Langley Township, BC, Cap-it Edmonton South, AB, and Cap-it Calgary, AB.
These locations can help confirm vehicle compatibility, payload considerations, mounting requirements and the best approach for your intended build.
Professional installation is available through the three participating locations. For customers elsewhere in Canada, we can arrange oversized freight delivery. Each Khaya is professionally wrapped, secured and palletized for transport.
Oversized Product: Destination freight, professional installation, support legs, battery, interior components and optional equipment are additional. Contact one of the participating Cap-it locations for a complete quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Khaya Basic ready to camp in?
Yes, at a simple level. It includes the pop-up tent, mattress, carpeted interior and lighting. You will need to add your own battery and bring any cooking, refrigeration, water, heating and storage equipment you require.
Does Basic mean it uses a lower-grade shell?
No. The Khaya Basic is built on the genuine Alu-Cab Khaya camper platform. The difference is that the interior is intentionally left open for a custom setup.
What is included?
The Khaya Basic includes the aluminum camper body, carpeted interior, pop-up tent, mattress, seven dual-colour LED lights, wiring loom, solar preparation wiring, rear-door canvas bag and the relevant mounting kit. The battery and solar panel are not included.
Can I use portable equipment instead of building permanent cabinets?
Yes. The open layout works well with portable refrigerators, power stations, water containers, camp kitchens and removable storage. A permanent custom interior is optional.
Can the Khaya be removed from the truck?
Yes. The Khaya uses a drive-off design and can be removed using a compatible support-leg system, sold separately.
Can Cap-it help design the interior?
Cap-it can help with product selection, fitment considerations and compatible Alu-Cab accessories. The scope of custom fabrication services varies by location, so speak directly with one of the participating stores about your project.
Will it fit my truck?
The Khaya Basic fits many mid-size pickups, but compatibility must be confirmed for the exact model, year, bed length and payload rating. It does not fit the Jeep Gladiator.
Is the $3,500 sale available at every Cap-it location?
No. This exclusive promotion is available only through Cap-it Langley Township, Cap-it Edmonton South and Cap-it Calgary. Customers anywhere in Canada may purchase through one of these locations, and Canada-wide freight can be arranged.
Does the sale price include freight and installation?
No. The $3,500 in-stock discount applies to the Khaya Basic camper. Freight, installation, support legs, battery, interior equipment and optional accessories are additional unless specifically included in your written quote.
Product Summary
The Alu-Cab Khaya Basic is a removable aluminum expedition camper for compatible mid-size pickup trucks. It includes a carpeted open interior, pop-up sleeping area, mattress, seven dual-colour LED lights, solar preparation and vehicle mounting equipment, while leaving the living area open for a custom build. Use it as a simple drive-off basecamp, add portable equipment as needed, or build a fully customized off-grid camper around your own priorities.
Why Buy From Cap-it?
Since 1977, Cap-it has helped Canadians outfit trucks for work, travel and adventure. As Canada's Home for Alu-Cab, we provide expert product guidance, professional installation, vehicle fitment support and Canada-wide freight coordination.
The Khaya Basic is not a typical off-the-shelf product. The truck underneath it, the weight of the final build and the way you plan to travel all matter. Our role is to help you start with the right platform and build from there with confidence.
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Alu-Cab Khaya Basic | Build Your Own Expedition Camper
A proven drive-off camper. A completely open interior. Your build, your way.
In-Stock Khaya Basic Sale: Save $3,500
For a limited time, save $3,500 CAD on in-stock Alu-Cab Khaya Basic Campers.
Regular Price: $20,995 CAD
Sale Price: $17,495 CAD
This exclusive offer is available only through:
• Cap-it Langley Township, BC
• Cap-it Edmonton South, AB
• Cap-it Calgary, AB
Canada-wide freight is available. Offer applies to in-stock units only, while supplies last. Freight, professional installation, vehicle-specific fitment, support legs, battery, interior equipment and optional accessories are additional unless otherwise stated.
The Alu-Cab Khaya Basic is a builder's dream. It gives you the proven aluminum shell, pop-up sleeping system and drive-off flexibility of the Khaya platform, then leaves the interior open for you to finish around the way you actually travel.
Use it as it comes for a simple, lightweight basecamp. Add a power system and fridge for weekend travel. Build in storage, water, heat and a kitchen over time. Or create a completely custom expedition camper designed around work, hunting, fishing, photography, long-distance travel or life off the grid.
This is not a stripped-down imitation of the Khaya. It is the genuine Alu-Cab Khaya platform, designed, engineered and manufactured in South Africa, supplied with a carpeted interior, pop-up tent, mattress, lighting, solar preparation and the relevant mounting kit.
Great bones. Proven engineering. Nothing inside that tells you how your camper has to work.
The Blank Canvas Advantage
Fully equipped campers are convenient, but they also make decisions for you. The refrigerator goes where the manufacturer puts it. The kitchen uses the space the manufacturer chooses. Storage, electrical equipment and water systems are designed around someone else's idea of the perfect trip.
The Khaya Basic gives that control back to you.
- Start simple, use the carpeted interior as an open living and storage area
- Build in stages, add only the systems you need, when you need them
- Choose your own equipment, including power, refrigeration, heat, water and storage
- Design the layout around your gear instead of adapting your gear to a fixed layout
- Keep more open floor space for bikes, tools, equipment or commercial use
- Avoid paying for built-in systems you may already own or do not want
- Repair, replace and upgrade individual components more easily over time
Some People Want a Fully Furnished Camper
Others want a strong foundation and the freedom to make every decision themselves.
The Khaya Basic is for the second group. It gives you the structure, shelter and sleeping system, without filling the interior with equipment that may not suit how you travel.
What Is Included
The Khaya Basic is intentionally open inside, but it is not an empty aluminum box. The essential camper structure and sleeping system are already in place.
- Alu-Cab Khaya aluminum camper body
- Carpeted interior
- Pop-up tent and rooftop sleeping area
- Mattress
- Seven dual-colour LED interior lights
- Lighting wiring loom, battery excluded
- Solar preparation wiring, solar panel excluded
- Canvas storage bag on the rear door
- Relevant vehicle mounting kit, subject to confirmed application
What is not included: The Khaya Basic does not include the kitchen, refrigerator, water system, heater, battery, awning, Shower Cube or built-in cabinetry found in a fully equipped Khaya 2-Sleeper. That is the point. You decide what belongs inside.
Build It Your Way
There is no single correct way to finish a Khaya Basic. Your ideal build depends on where you travel, how long you stay and what you want the camper to do.
The Simple Weekender
Keep the interior mostly open. Add portable storage, a fridge, a compact power station and your favourite camp kitchen. You get the protection and convenience of a drive-off camper without turning it into a major construction project.
The Custom Overland Build
Add permanent cabinetry, lithium power, solar charging, water storage, heating, refrigeration and exterior accessories. Build the systems around the destinations you intend to reach and the amount of time you plan to remain off-grid.
The Gear Hauler
Preserve open interior space for bikes, climbing gear, photography equipment, hunting supplies, fishing gear or recovery equipment. Add tie-downs, removable storage and only the comforts you need.
The Work and Adventure Camper
Build a mobile workspace, equipment carrier or field-support unit that converts into a comfortable sleeping setup after the workday ends.
The Drive-Off Difference
The Khaya Basic is designed to slide onto a compatible mid-size pickup and come off again when you no longer need it on the truck.
Leave it mounted for travel, or unload it at camp and use the truck independently. Back at home, store the camper and return the pickup to daily driving, hauling or work duty.
- No trailer to tow
- No permanent camper attached to your truck year-round
- Leave your basecamp established while using the truck separately
- Remove the camper before selling or changing vehicles
- Retain more of the everyday usefulness of your pickup
Compatible support legs are required to remove, support and store the camper safely. Ask Cap-it about the correct drive-off leg system for your setup.
Why We Like It
The Khaya Basic may be the most honest product in the Khaya lineup. It does not pretend that every traveller wants the same kitchen, storage arrangement or electrical system.
What it gives you is the expensive and difficult part: a proven aluminum camper body, a pop-up sleeping system, lighting, solar preparation and the ability to remove the entire camper from the truck.
Everything after that can be as simple or ambitious as you want. Camp in it almost immediately, build it slowly over several seasons, or turn it into a one-of-one expedition rig.
It is not unfinished. It is waiting for your plan.
Why Choose the Khaya Basic?
- You want a genuine Alu-Cab camper without a predetermined interior
- You already own camp equipment you want to reuse
- You prefer portable or removable systems over built-in components
- You want to spread the cost of your build over time
- You need open space for specialized gear or work equipment
- You enjoy designing, building and improving your own setup
- You want a drive-off camper that does not permanently take over your truck
Vehicle Compatibility
The Khaya Basic is designed for many mid-size double-cab short-bed and extra-cab long-bed pickup trucks. Final compatibility depends on the exact vehicle, model year, bed configuration, payload rating and mounting requirements.
Common North American applications may include:
- Toyota Tacoma
- Ford Ranger
- Chevrolet Colorado
- GMC Canyon
- Other compatible mid-size pickups, subject to fitment confirmation
Important: The Khaya Basic does not fit the Jeep Gladiator. Vehicle fitment and payload must be confirmed by Cap-it before purchase or installation.
The basic camper weighs approximately 400 kg (882 lb) before adding your interior build, battery, water, accessories, cargo, passengers and other equipment. The completed vehicle must remain within all manufacturer weight ratings and applicable regulations.
A custom build can add significant weight quickly. Material selection, water capacity, batteries, cabinetry and exterior equipment should all be considered before construction begins.
Dimensions and Weight
| Product SKU | KH-BASIC-B |
| Roof Closed | 2800 mm L x 1850 mm W x 1450 mm H |
| Roof Open | 2800 mm L x 1850 mm W x 3100 mm H |
| Basic Shell Weight | Approximately 400 kg (882 lb) |
| Potential Fully Kitted Weight | Approximately 770 kg (1,698 lb), depending on final build |
| Roof Packing Load | Maximum 50 kg (110 lb) |
Roof-mounted weight affects how easily the pop-up roof opens. Position heavier equipment toward the front of the roof and lighter equipment, such as a solar panel, toward the rear.
Popular Ways to Expand Your Khaya
Build your camper with the systems that matter to you. Popular additions may include:
- Alu-Cab 160W Solar Panel
- Alu-Cab 270° Shadow Awning
- Alu-Cab Shower Cube
- Alu-Cab Alu-Table
- Alu-Cab Side Prep Table
- Khaya Spare Wheel Swing Arm
- Jerry Can Holder
- Rieco-Titan Legs and Brackets
- Portable or built-in refrigerator
- Lithium battery and power management system
- Water storage, pump and filtration
- Air heater and water heater
- Custom cabinetry, drawers and gear storage
Speak with Cap-it before beginning a permanent interior build. Weight distribution, service access, ventilation, structural attachment and vehicle payload should be considered during the planning stage.
Prefer a Fully Equipped Khaya?
The Khaya Basic is ideal for builders, but not everyone wants a custom project. The fully equipped Khaya 2-Sleeper adds an integrated interior, cooking facilities, refrigerator, air heater, water heater, Shadow Awning, Shower Cube, tables and additional camp systems.
View the Alu-Cab Khaya 2-Sleeper Expedition Camper
Professional Fitment and Canada-Wide Delivery
This promotional inventory is available exclusively through Cap-it Langley Township, BC, Cap-it Edmonton South, AB, and Cap-it Calgary, AB.
These locations can help confirm vehicle compatibility, payload considerations, mounting requirements and the best approach for your intended build.
Professional installation is available through the three participating locations. For customers elsewhere in Canada, we can arrange oversized freight delivery. Each Khaya is professionally wrapped, secured and palletized for transport.
Oversized Product: Destination freight, professional installation, support legs, battery, interior components and optional equipment are additional. Contact one of the participating Cap-it locations for a complete quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Khaya Basic ready to camp in?
Yes, at a simple level. It includes the pop-up tent, mattress, carpeted interior and lighting. You will need to add your own battery and bring any cooking, refrigeration, water, heating and storage equipment you require.
Does Basic mean it uses a lower-grade shell?
No. The Khaya Basic is built on the genuine Alu-Cab Khaya camper platform. The difference is that the interior is intentionally left open for a custom setup.
What is included?
The Khaya Basic includes the aluminum camper body, carpeted interior, pop-up tent, mattress, seven dual-colour LED lights, wiring loom, solar preparation wiring, rear-door canvas bag and the relevant mounting kit. The battery and solar panel are not included.
Can I use portable equipment instead of building permanent cabinets?
Yes. The open layout works well with portable refrigerators, power stations, water containers, camp kitchens and removable storage. A permanent custom interior is optional.
Can the Khaya be removed from the truck?
Yes. The Khaya uses a drive-off design and can be removed using a compatible support-leg system, sold separately.
Can Cap-it help design the interior?
Cap-it can help with product selection, fitment considerations and compatible Alu-Cab accessories. The scope of custom fabrication services varies by location, so speak directly with one of the participating stores about your project.
Will it fit my truck?
The Khaya Basic fits many mid-size pickups, but compatibility must be confirmed for the exact model, year, bed length and payload rating. It does not fit the Jeep Gladiator.
Is the $3,500 sale available at every Cap-it location?
No. This exclusive promotion is available only through Cap-it Langley Township, Cap-it Edmonton South and Cap-it Calgary. Customers anywhere in Canada may purchase through one of these locations, and Canada-wide freight can be arranged.
Does the sale price include freight and installation?
No. The $3,500 in-stock discount applies to the Khaya Basic camper. Freight, installation, support legs, battery, interior equipment and optional accessories are additional unless specifically included in your written quote.
Product Summary
The Alu-Cab Khaya Basic is a removable aluminum expedition camper for compatible mid-size pickup trucks. It includes a carpeted open interior, pop-up sleeping area, mattress, seven dual-colour LED lights, solar preparation and vehicle mounting equipment, while leaving the living area open for a custom build. Use it as a simple drive-off basecamp, add portable equipment as needed, or build a fully customized off-grid camper around your own priorities.
Why Buy From Cap-it?
Since 1977, Cap-it has helped Canadians outfit trucks for work, travel and adventure. As Canada's Home for Alu-Cab, we provide expert product guidance, professional installation, vehicle fitment support and Canada-wide freight coordination.
The Khaya Basic is not a typical off-the-shelf product. The truck underneath it, the weight of the final build and the way you plan to travel all matter. Our role is to help you start with the right platform and build from there with confidence.
Designed for Adventure®
