MERCEDES 308D converted for use as a special vehicle - a mobile toilet.

The van body is divided into 2 compartments by a continuous rigid partition. Additional equipment was installed according to the diagram Figure 1.

Interior layout of Mercedes Benz Special - “mobile toilet”

The first compartment contains tanks: tank for clean water, technical water tank and waste water tank. The waste water tank forms the floor surface.

The second compartment contains 2 cabins, separated from each other by a solid partition. Entrance to the cabins is through hinged doors. Each cabin is equipped with a toilet, washbasin and hand dryer.

Electrical wiring, interior lighting and ventilation are installed, designed for connection to an external 220V power source. On the right wall of the van body there is a waterproof socket for connecting an external power source (220 V).

The design and installation of non-standard electrical devices and high voltage sources were carried out in accordance with the requirements of GOST 14254 regarding the protection of personnel from contact with live parts of equipment. The electrical equipment of a standard car is not designed for increased voltage and current consumption.

All additional equipment installed in the van is securely fastened.

All actions determined by the functional purpose are carried out only in a stationary state of the vehicle. It is not allowed for people to be in all compartments except the cab while the vehicle is moving.

Mercedes Special - mobile toilet Connection to external power supply Mercedes Special - mobile toilet. Installation of electrical wiring.
Mercedes Special - mobile toilet Cabins.

Mercedes Special - mobile toilet Technological compartment, water barrels

Moreover, you can now do your “wet work” without fear of Art. 20.1 Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation “Petty hooliganism”. Let us remind you that, according to this article, it is easy not only to face a fine of 50 to 1000 rubles, but also to face administrative arrest for up to 15 days. And what’s especially nice: relief from the torments of long-suffering (by the way, very harmful to the body) was brought to us not by overseas miracle technologies, but by our native Russian engineers.

True, with some restrictions: the “Mono” mini-toilet they created, which can be used without leaving the steering wheel, is designed exclusively for men. However, the authors of the invention say that they are already working on a special adapter that will allow the weaker sex to send their natural needs directly in the driver’s seat without shame or pangs of conscience. Well, let's wait, but for now let's return to the hero of our material.

This original product We purchased it from one of the capital’s online stores, and then tested it in a big city, namely in a real car stuck in a real traffic jam. You will find a video of the test data below. Let's say right away that the tests were successful, although not right away - the first attempt ended with the tester's wet pants. But first things first.

“Mono” is unlike any other on our market. However, there is no need to talk about analogies here, since products from other manufacturers (by the way, exclusively foreign - Serbian, Japanese, Chinese) are positioned as universal - suitable for men, women, and children.

This “versatility” is expressed in the form of a “duck” at the end of a hygiene bag, into which you are invited to place your genitals. Well, we tried. Alas, neither the woman who agreed to the experiment, nor even a representative of the stronger sex, while sitting in the car, could attach the “duck” so that the urine would fall exclusively into the receiver. That is, all these “Serbs”, “Japanese” and “Chinese” are designed exclusively for use in a standing position - for men, and in a classic position - for women.

In other words, you need to get out of the car. Our Russian product is a different matter, if you know, of course, how to approach it correctly.

The diameter of the neck of this “device” is more than sufficient to accept “devices” of any size and is placed on the manhood without the slightest problem. But there is one important nuance, if you don’t take it into account, you can wet yourself a little (which is what happened to us on our first attempt). The cuff of the bell must be tucked inside - then a check valve effect is created and not a single drop will fall on the clothes.

In this case, the bag that receives the liquid and contains a superabsorbent that turns it into a gel in 10 seconds must be held with a slight tilt - that is, it should simply hang over the edge of the seat. These two simple rules make the whole process quite comfortable and completely invisible to others.

There are no analogues to the “Mono” mini-toilet on the domestic market.

The gel, as we have seen, is firmly held inside, does not leak and does not smell. This means that after using it, the compactly foldable bag does not need to be immediately thrown out of the car window, littering your city. It, along with its contents, can remain in the cabin without any problems until you reach the nearest garbage bin. For example, for the purity of the experiment, we drove it in the cabin of our car for more than a day - and nothing! There were no leaks or stinks anywhere, and the manufacturer himself claims that when folded, the used mini-toilet can be stored for up to two days.

Making a mobile home with your own hands is not a very difficult task for any craftsman. The design will be improved as construction progresses and because of this, production times may be delayed. To prevent such a situation, it is necessary to think through the interior design in advance and get rid of inappropriate elements. This approach is important when converting small vehicles when assembling a motorhome, for example from an old trailer.

A mobile home is a type of transport that is both housing and a means of transportation. This type of housing gained its popularity at the beginning of the last century.

Motorhome structure

By standard, a mobile home must accommodate eight people. Each resident has his own sleeping place, and there is also a small kitchen. Other amenities and equipment may vary depending on the specific model, but in most cases there are also:

More expensive models have a bathroom consisting of (often replacing a chair, which gives several additional meters of free space), a washbasin and a shower. Mobile homes are sometimes equipped with showers.

Note! In a motorhome, the driver and passenger seats are movable, as a result of which they become an addition to the living space when parked. The tail is often equipped with a separate room with U-shaped furniture.

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Mass production of mobile homes began in the last century, although some historians believe there were earlier home-built equivalents. They were small vans equipped for living people (mainly cattle breeders).

The first mobile home mounted on a conventional automobile chassis was introduced in 1938 by Jennings.

Types of mobile homes

There are several classifications of motorhomes. So, according to the design features, they distinguish:

Depending on their purpose, they are divided into:

• those used as long-term/permanent housing;
• those used for travel.

In the first case, more comfortable conditions take place, while frequently moving structures are extremely rarely divided into the actual living area and the cabin.

Categories

Let's look at each of the categories in detail.

C-class

Small-sized houses intended for short trips. Usually made on the basis of SUVs, so at night the cabin can be converted into a double bed (if desired).

Teardrop camper - cottage on a trailer

B-class

The only difference between it and the C-class is the berth - it is stationary and located at the rear of the vehicle. Very popular among young couples (at least in America).

A-class

Such houses, which look like a regular bus, are the most comfortable and, therefore, the most expensive. They are built on the basis of trucks, so from the point of view of transport classification they belong to category “C”.

They feature a large windshield, a fixed driver's seat and retractable partitions that create different areas and separate sleeping areas. Moreover, such structures are autonomous, equipped with a generator, have gas and a large supply of water.

Several additional categories can be distinguished.

About the name

The term “motorhome” (another name is “camper”) often refers to a car caravan.

Note! Campers are called B- and C-class trailers, while motorhomes are exclusively A-class models.

It is also worth noting that in some countries, all motorhomes without exception are called vinebago.

Turning a car into a motorhome will require a lot of effort and time, as well as the appropriate equipment.

Note! First, you should study this issue from a legal point of view. Different registration organizations view home-built motorhomes differently, and it would be a shame if the vehicle ends up being illegal.

Stage 1. First, the number of residents is determined and, based on this, the vehicle and internal “stuffing” are selected. A detailed design plan is drawn up - this can be done on paper, but it is better to use a computer.

Stage 2. Next, the car body is cleared. If dents are identified, they are removed and the peeling paint is cleaned off. Several windows (if there were none) are installed in the building for lighting and fresh air.

Stage 3. Cut out ventilation holes and valves for gas supply. All areas of bare metal are coated with a primer to protect against corrosion and aggressive environmental influences.

Stage 4. The house is finished with thermal insulation material.

Note! To do this, you need to use only high-quality materials; saving is highly undesirable. In addition, the material from which the hardware (metal fasteners) are made must be similar to the metal of the car body - this is for additional protection against rust.

Stage 5. The inner surface of the motorhome is finished.

• carpet covering;
• moisture-resistant plywood.

Thick panels with padded strips for mounting furniture are inserted into the side walls. It is typical that first it is better to level the ceiling, and only after that move on to the walls.

Stage 6. After installing the furniture, you should take care of the water supply. To do this, you can place several cans of water under the sink and install small pumps. In addition, you can install large tanks - for example, for taking a shower.

Note! Don’t forget about wastewater - another tank is installed for this. An ordinary garden structure can be used as a toilet.

Step 7. For cooking and heating, as noted earlier, it is better to use propane gas. The cylinder is located in the lower part of the body, as well as an additional hole for ventilation. This can be explained quite simply: propane weighs more than air, so in the event of a leak, such safety measures will prevent dire consequences.

Stage 8. All that remains is to take care of the energy supply. The best option is a powerful battery equipped with an external charging outlet.

Mobile home made from an old trailer

Our trailer-trailer costs about 500,000 rubles. The amount is impressive, so if you have the opportunity to purchase an old car trailer, you can build a small motorhome with your own hands. For this you will need:

• trailer (necessarily with a strong chassis);
• wooden elements (slats, bars, carriage planks);
• plywood;
• metal profile (for roofing);
• fittings made in the same style;
• a set of appropriate tools.

Manufacturing technology

Such a motorhome will be a trailer with a rear part. By the way, it is better to make the bed the entire width of the structure - this way it will connect the side walls and thereby increase rigidity. The bay window will be manufactured later and equipped with a custom block. The door is installed of the Dutch type - it will consist of two halves.

Stage 1. The trailer is disassembled, the chassis is thoroughly cleaned and coated with anti-corrosion paint. A frame is constructed from pine boards, and supports are cut out in appropriate places.

Stage 2. A frame is constructed from slats with a cross-section of 2x2 cm; an oak slat with a cross-section of 3x3 cm is additionally installed in each corner. A horizontal slat is tied on top of the frame.

Note! For thermal insulation, you can lay the lining in two layers.

Stage 3. The floor is covered with plywood sheets. Poplar beams are used for the roof - they are screwed along the frame in increments of 30 cm. Plywood is fixed on the beams, on top of which a moisture-resistant material and a metal profile of a small cross-section are laid.

Stage 4. There will be only one window in the building (if you do not count the door) - at the top of the back wall. It is advisable to make the window in the form of a bay window.

The door lock in such designs is located at the bottom, but you can put another one - an additional one - at the top. In addition, the door is equipped with a small casement window.

Stage 5. It is recommended to equip a table that extends from under the bed (as was once the case on Great Britain trains). For this purpose, special lockers are formed under the bed. By the way, the lower space can also be used as a sleeping place.

In addition, shelves and a removable ladder are built from wood.

Letter of the law

No additional permit is required if the dimensions of the mobile home do not exceed:

• 400 cm in height;
• 255 cm wide;
• 100 cm in length (excluding the part that does not protrude beyond the trailer).

If the dimensions are larger, then the motorhome is transported according to special rules (flashing lights, escort, etc.). Of course, this only applies to caravans.

Organizing a mobile home business

You can organize your own business in the construction of motorhomes. There are four options for developing such a business.

Option #1. Production of houses for sale for summer holidays or living in the country. This will not require serious material costs, since the houses will be of a simplified design - for example, without insulation.

Option #2. Rent out mobile homes. It's relative new business, and everything new can be very expensive. The number of motorhomes in this case increases as the customer base grows.

Option #3. Make mobile eateries or shops.

Option number 4. He's the most interesting. It consists of creating a car park and its further use as a hotel. The main thing here is to divide the trailers into budget, premium and middle class.

For a more detailed introduction to construction technology, watch the thematic video.

Video - DIY mobile home

TOP 10 best motorhomes

	Photo	Name	Rating	Price
Top 5 best motorhomes
#1			⭐ 100 / 100
#2			⭐ 99 / 100
#3			⭐ 98 / 100 3 - votes
#4		POSSL ROADCRUISER	⭐ 96 / 100 4 - votes
#5		Motorhome KAMAZ 43118	⭐ 90 / 100 2 - votes
Top 5 Best Fleetwood Mobile Homes
#1		Fleetwood RV Jamboree Sport	⭐ 100 / 100 1 - vote
#2		Fleetwood RV Tioga Ranger DSL	⭐ 99 / 100
#3		Fleetwood RV Storm	⭐ 98 / 100
#4		Fleetwood RV Bounder	⭐ 97 / 100 1 - vote
#5		Fleetwood RV Discovery	⭐ 96 / 100 3 - votes

This real palace on wheels is based on MAN. The length of the motorhome is almost 9.5 meters, which requires the driver to have absolute skills to drive vehicles of this class. Everything here is subordinated to the main thing - maximum passenger comfort. The interior is designed in the style of finishing expensive yachts - the elegant narrow doors of numerous cabinets suspended from the ceiling contrast with the high-quality leather trim of the sofas and armchairs of the living area. Every lamp, every, even the smallest, interior detail (curtains, for example) fills the space with luxury and splendor.

Characteristics:

• the most luxurious mobile home;
• spacious bathroom;
• average price: RUB 23,602,000

The base of the camper was created on the basis of a Fiat Ducato truck, as a result of which the vehicle has good handling and stability on the road - the camper's windage does not exceed the permissible values ​​for this chassis. The spacious and bright caravan is designed for four people. Light penetrates not only through the side windows (all have curtain systems, including the windshield), but also through the transparent hatch located in the front of the camper. Expensive and sophisticated interior trim accentuates the interior space, and swivel driver and passenger seats make the living room simply enormous by integrating it with the cabin.

Characteristics:

• better comfort;
• country of origin: Germany;
• average price: 13,367,000 rub.

The motorhome is based on the Mercedes Sprinter 316 CDI and has all the driving capabilities of this reliable and trouble-free vehicle. And if from the outside the integrated camper doesn’t particularly stand out and can easily get lost in city traffic, then inside it is a real compact house for 4 people. One drop-down bed is located above the driver's seat, and two others are located in the rear of the house, behind the toilet and shower. It is noteworthy that these two beds can be transformed into one huge one for maximum comfort.

Characteristics:

• unique body protection;
• large luggage compartment;
• country of origin: Germany;
• average price: 9,176,188 rub.

Many people now have cars, and in large cities almost every second resident considers purchasing a car a necessity. As a result, the number of traffic jams on city streets is constantly increasing, and the time that residents of the capital and residents of cities with national significance spend on traffic jams is also increasing. The city authorities are solving this problem little by little, but there is a problem that is associated with this.

Why

In every large city (and especially in megacities) there is a disadvantage that is not very convenient to talk about. However, getting rid of this disadvantage always has a chance of becoming in a wonderful way make money while helping the city. In this article we will talk about paid toilets, but not ordinary ones, but mobile ones. Recently, entrepreneurs in Moscow and several other large cities have been very active in opening various projects that are related to traffic jams.

Selling fresh newspapers and snack bars on wheels, as well as unique bathhouses on wheels are now already operating, not so long ago they began selling audiobooks in traffic jams, but the most important thing is still missing to create a toilet on wheels. This business has only recently begun to be developed, because the competition here is quite low and this business will certainly become successful, since in a long traffic jam you will certainly find many people who want to go to relieve themselves, since this desire, unlike hunger or boredom, is extremely difficult to overcome. But the business of installing mobile toilets, of course, is better suited for large and densely populated cities, where it will become more in demand than in the outback.

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Belgian Marc Callant thought of adapting a box with a toilet to his own car. The toilet stall has two compartments: the actual toilet on wheels and the waiting room. The opportunity to wash your hands is also available, which makes the device stand out from most familiar dry closets.

Of course, this is just a development for now. The price of such a box may well be approximately six thousand euros.
Not long ago, one businessman opened a mobile toilet, converting an Oka car for this purpose. The design of the mobile toilet is patented by the developers. It is a self-contained device that is suitable for all seasons and can fit almost anywhere and move extremely quickly to literally anywhere in the city. A toilet on wheels can be used not only in traffic jams, but also, for example, in mass events, and also send it to order, for example, for corporate events or outdoor picnics. Very practical, isn't it?