Overview
When it comes to going deep off-grid in the most inhospitable terrains, few builders do it better than EarthCruiser. Unfortunately, the Bend, OR upfitters are no longer producing their legendary rigs, but you can still get your hands on this exceptional 2017 Mitsubishi Fuso FG4X4 camper build-out today. Learn more, and inquire today.
- The 2017 Mitsubishi Fuso FG4X4 is known the world over as an uber-reliable cabover 4x4. It's two-stage turbocharged, low-emissions diesel engine produces a factory-rated 161 hp. and 295 lb.-ft. torque, and is mated to a dual-clutch automatic transmission, providing both efficiency and reliability,
- This particular example has been upfitted by the overland pros at EarthCruiser, offering ultimate portability to tackle the most adverse terrain, while featuring a thoughtfully laid-out habitat complete with washroom, kitchenette, ample storage, solar power, water management system, cab-to-habitat pass-through, and more. See the full breakdown of features and specifications.
- The odometer has registered approximately 44,500 miles, and the Earth Cruiser is up-to-date on all recalls and maintenance.
- Offered on consignment on behalf of a private seller in Cortez, Colorado with a clean and clear Colorado title in the owner's name.
- The seller notes a slight staining of rack in refrigerator, minor surface rust on undercarriage, and small imperfections in the vinyl-wrapped exterior Small nick and scratches in the vinyl wrap.
Year
2017
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Fuso
Trim/Submodel
-
Engine
3.0L 4P10-T5 Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
4-Wheel Drive
Body Style
Chassis Truck
Odometer
~44,460 mi.
VIN / Chassis
-
Location
Cortez, CO
Title Status
Clean (CO)
Features & Specs
Roam beyond limits with this one-owner, luxury 2017 EarthCruiser EXP 4x4 purpose-built for bold, off-road adventures with creature comforts for a true house-on-wheels experience. This isn’t just a camper; it’s a legacy vehicle in the world of expedition rigs. EC Rider is fully equipped to take on the roughest terrain while keeping you safe, comfortable, and ready for any journey. Built to tackle any terrain, EC Rider combines luxury, durability, and thoughtful design, making it a standout in the world of high-end overland rigs. Perfect for those serious about exploring without compromise.
This isn’t just an RV; it’s an EarthCruiser: engineered with off-grid living in mind and customized for extended, rugged exploration. When you buy EC Rider, you’re getting over $40,000 in upgrades, from the solar setup and battery systems to its reinforced suspension and heated, weatherproof construction. The EarthCruiser community is supported by several seasoned experts still available to work on these rigs, so you’ll have access to knowledgeable hands if needed. Think of it as a luxury condo on wheels that doesn’t just go places; it goes where others can’t, safely and comfortably.
With its meticulous design and quality craftsmanship, this EarthCruiser is ready to last through decades of unforgettable journeys. It’s more than a vehicle—it’s an investment in endless adventure. Inquire today to learn more or schedule a viewing.
Highlights:
- Long-Range Ready: Dual 38G fresh water tanks, 64G fuel tank for 512-832 miles range.
- Built for Comfort: Pop-up roof, spacious dinette, heated leather seats, full shower & compost toilet, ample & super efficient storage, plus marine-grade fixtures.
- Adventure-Ready Power: 3 solar panels, two 12V house batteries, and a 2000W Magnum inverter for reliable off-grid energy.
- Unmatched Off-Road Design: Built with EarthCruiser’s signature high-clearance and compact wheelbase, light fiberglass construction, kinetic mount, upgraded suspension, and protective exterior features including WARN winches.
- Outdoor Features: External cooking station, outdoor shower, awning, roof rack, and ample lockable storage for gear.
- Self-Sufficient Power: 450W solar array, 2000W inverter, AGM house batteries—offering seamless, on-the-road power.
Specifications:
- Track Width: 68.97 in. / 1,751 mm. front and rear axle, the same when fitted w/wheel conversion
- Wheel Base: 134 in. / 3,403 mm.
- Overall Length: 21.42 ft. / 257 in. / 6,527 mm. from EarthCruiser heavy duty bumper to back of spare wheel. Allowed into all U.S. national parks because it is under 24 ft. length limit.
- Overall Height: 8.32 ft. / 99.8 in. / 2,534 mm. (Fits into a shipping container)
- Overall Width: 6.75 ft. / 81 in. / 2,057 mm. (not including mirrors)
- Wet Weight: ~13,000 lbs / 5,443 kg.
- Suspension: EarthCruiser long travel multi pack leaf springs front and rear, greasable bushings
- Shock Absorbers: Upgraded RadFlo long travel heavy duty shock absorbers front and rear axle
- Ground Clearance: ~10 in. / 254 mm.
- Approach Angle: ~45 degrees
- Ramp Over: ~22 degrees
- Departure Angle: ~40 DEGREES
- Turning Circle: 44 ft.
- Electrical: 12 volt
- Wheels & Tires: EarthCruiser‑spec alloy wheels with off‑road tires (single rear fitment), additional, spare with tire drop down carrier. Toyo Open Country M/T about 50% tread left and includes a second set that has about 75% tread left
EarthCruiser Installed Upgrades:
- 3 Solar Panels
- Front and Rear 16,500 lb WARN winch with Synthetic ropes and Factor 55 Hooks on front
- Radiator protector, skid plate
- Roof rack with scrub bar (for vehicle protection)
- Front Torsen Type Differential Locker
- Safe in center console
- Driving Light - 20” LED Bar
- Mast steps (for roof access)
- Roam outdoors box on roof of cab for additional storage
- Shower caddy
- Pull‑out pantry for storing taller items
Internal Sizes:
- Head room - roof up: 6.39 ft. / 76.7 in. / 1,948 mm.
- Head room - roof down: 4.42 ft. / 53 in. / 1,346 mm.
- Head room top of mattress - roof up: 4.42 ft. / 53 in. / 1,346 mm.
- Head room top of mattress - roof down: 2.33 ft. / 28 in. / 711 mm.
- Internal area - 164 in. x 80.7 in. - 92 sq. ft.
- Galley work surface - 24 in. W x 70 in. L (with double sink)
- Side surface - 8 in. W x 28 in. L
- En Suite - Entry forming a large mud room
- Head room - 6.33 ft. / 76 in. / 1,930 mm.
- Internal size when used for shower - 28 in. W x 28 in. L / 711 mm. x 711 mm. / 2.33 ft. x 2.33 ft.
- Internal size when toilet is in use - 28 in. W x 18 in. L / 711 mm. x 457 mm. / 2.33 ft. x 1.5 ft.
- Ducted warm air - drying room
- Toilet slides away when not in use
Fuel + Water Capacity / Usage:
- (2) Fuel Tanks: 74 gal. / 280L, 8 – 13 MPG; approx. range: 592-962 mi.
- (2) Freshwater tanks - 76 gal / 345L Total
- 38 gallon heated external water tank
- 38 gallon internal water tank
- Greywater tank, 23 gal. /104.56L (exterior-mounted) with heater and level sender
- Onboard water purifier faucet that removes all pathogens to safe levels. EPA approved
- Hot and cold water mixer over double sink @ 2.27 gal. per minute
- Large, full height shower and hand wash basin (seriously, this shower is BIG and comfy) - hot/cold mixer 1.77
- gal. per minute
- External hot and cold water shower @1.77 gal. per minute (behind recessed locked door with night light)
- External water faucet - gravity feed
- Main hose filling - above fording depth - locked and sealed - flush mount
- Nature’s Head composting toilet
Water Management System:
- Hi-flow whale pump and water transfer console, sealed in locker
- Choose which tank to draw from!
- Ability to move water between tanks
- Bypass water tanks when filling from internal pump (endless shower)
- Draw water from non-conventional water sources (container, creek, well, lake)
- Water lines are marine grade hose and fittings, internal routing with service panel access
- Water level monitors are marine-grade and located at command panel
- EarthCruiser “no waste” hot water saver bypass system
Body Construction:
- Camper chassis mounted to vehicle chassis w/EarthCruiser kinetic mount system
- Molded fiberglass laminated with structural foam core used throughout body construction
- Insulated internally domed roof that locks into walls when closed with a double seal
- There are no locks or latches to operate to raise and lower the roof
- Insulated structural 1 & 5/8th thick walls
- Insulated 2” thick floor
- Insulated and sealed entry door with deadlock and inner alloy frame
- Insulated and sealed locker box doors with two compression locks
- Curtain - three layers laminated soft wall with eight windows all with insect, clear + privacy screens with YKK
- zippers. Rated 22 + 158 degrees F / -5.6 - 70 degrees C
- Four casement-type windows with privacy and insect screens
- Marine speakers recessed into roof
- Cab sound insulation
Appliances:
- 12 volt 4.23 cu. ft. upright compressor stainless steel fridge/freezer, consumes 38 amps / 24hrs (works out of level)
- Ceramic Webasto cooktop (uses diesel fuel from the vehicle fuel tank, no internal flame) w/altitude adjustment, 102 BTUs per minute, 3-6 fl. ounces per hour. Very low maintenance
- Webasto Dual Top hot air and water heater (replaced 2019), 200 cubic meter / 7062 cubic feet / hour air and 2.9 gal. /11L hot water @ 158F / 70C ambient temp. 5.5KW total heating capacity, hot water tank priority as required (6.42-22.3 fl ounces, 200-650mm per hour)
Lighting:
- All lights are marine-grade LED and are individually dimmable
- 20 in. LED bar driving lights
- 2 x galley lights
- Shower light / entry light
- 4 x bed reading lights - switched and dimmable
- Over bed light
- Dinette lights
- Reading/map lights in cab
- Rear and both side exterior utility lights
Internal Storage:
- All interior drawers are anti‑rattle with positive locking catches
- 2 x Under bed storage drawer – 23.6 in. L x 15.7 in. W x 7.8 in. D (584 x 381 x 195 mm.)
- 6 x Under galley drawers
- 4 @ 23.6 in. L x 15.7 in. W x 7.8 in. D (584 x 381 x 195 mm.)
- 2 @ 23.6 in. L x 15.7 in. W x 5.9 in. D (584 x 381 x 150 mm.)
- 2 x Utility storage in galley
- 2 x Under dinette seat storage
- Center console in driving cabin - combination safe - tablet pocket and charge station including USB. 4 x cup holders
Electrical Power System:
- 2 x 145 & 1 x 160 watt SOLBIAN solar panels flush mount on roof (450W)
- Blue Sky solar monitor system with battery monitor and history
- 2000 watt Magnum true sine wave inverter with charger
- 110v power outlets (2 @ galley - 2 @ dinette - 1 @ locker box, 1 @ center console in cab)
- VSR - Voltage Sensitive Relay
- Ability to isolate start or house batteries
- Emergency parallel connects both battery banks for emergency start
- Low voltage alarm
- 2 x 270 amp 12 volt AGM deep cycle house batteries (replaced in 2022)
- 6 x 12 volt (cigarette‑lighter type) accessories sockets with USB outlets (bedside - dinette - lockers - cabin)
- 2 x 100 watt Emergency flood lamps on driver and passenger sides
- Hi-level LED reversing lights
- HI-level LED brake and tail lights
- Command panel to monitor all systems
- USB ports - at bed, main panel, wall by kitchen table, in cab, and inside cab large storage box
- Shore power pigtail
- Accessory power – Anderson plug, 10 amp (rear locker area)
External Storage:
- Drivers side 49 in. W x 21 in. H x 23 in. D in D locker, door opens up with light + 12 volt power socket (cigarette‑lighter type)
- Passenger side 49 in. W x 21 in. H x 32 in. D in D locker, door opens up with light + 12 volt and 110 volt power socket.
- Pre-wired for a second freezer
- Pass-through storage for skies / fishing rods 12.5 in. W x 21 in. H x 77 in. L (external access)
- Drivers side tool box - 23.6 in. W x 9.8 in. H x 7.87 in. D
- Passenger side tool box - 23.6 in. W x 9.8 in. H x 7.87 in. D
- Drivers side under storage - 15 in. W x 5 in. H x 45 in. L
- Passenger side under storage - 20 in. W x 5 in. H x 45 in. L
Additional Exterior Features:
- Front Torsen type differential locker
- Electric entry steps - automated with manual override
- Electric awning recessed into roof with manual override
- High volume air compressor
- 4 Ton Bottle Jack
- Shovel holder (shovel included)
- Reversing camera (infrared)
- Spare wheel and tire drop down carrier
- High‑capacity tow bar (rear vehicle protection) including spare wheel carrier/bumper with recessed tail lights
- LED under cab work light, switched
- Spare tire cover w/rubbish bag
- Max Trax x 4
- Custom Aluminum outdoor cooking station BBQ box and outdoor shower holder (not EC installed)
- Pull Pal for recovery situations where there are no rocks or trees to winch from
- Custom color cab and wrap on house to match
Additional Interior Features:
- Large cab to house passthrough (this is a legitimate passthrough that’s easy to use…no contortionism required!)
- Driver and passenger Scheel-Mann leather suspension seats Heated leather seats w/adjustable lumbar
- Four electric roof lifter 480 Nm each (w manual override) approx. 25 seconds action
- Two Sirocco 360 degree ceiling-integrated house fans, with timers and multiple power levels. Lockable in the retracted or deployed configuration
- Fixed, double-size bed w/marine‑grade foam mattress, bed platform has been modified to easily lift up and access the storage bin underneath
- Easy clean fiberglass surfaces throughout the interior
- Large comfortable 4-person (adults) leather dinette bench seats w/under‑seat storage, molded fiberglass, converts into second single bed w/cushions
- 360° adjustable/removable Lagun dinette table (simple to adjust height and reach, moves away for access to drivers cabin and vice versa, moves into driver's cabin for more space in camper)
- Marine quality hardware (primarily stainless steel) fittings and soft furnishing throughout.
- Rubbish bin, sealed, recessed, removable w/lid
- Shower curtain, retractable with squeegee
- Carbon monoxide sensor
- Quick-release bellows (crawl through, for tilt cab, service and maintenance)
- Upgraded Sony stereo and co-axial separate speakers in cab
- Nut Buddy for getting those high torque lug nuts off
- Entry door screen
- Custom shelf above toilet for storage
- Custom Wooden storage areas by bed, in dining area and above shower
Inquire Today.
This 2017 EarthCruiser EXP EC #23 “EC Rider” is available for purchase today. Complete the form to inquire, or to direct a question to the seller.