Volkner Mobil

What Volkner Mobil does

Volkner Mobil GmbH is a privately held, family-owned German manufacturer of bespoke luxury motorhomes, headquartered and produced at a single Wuppertal facility (Simonshöfchen 41) since the company's founding by Gerhard Volkner in 1976. The firm operates with a small in-house team (headcount band 1–10) of skilled craftspeople handling laser cutting, MIG/MAG/WIG welding, joinery, upholstery, and embroidery, and runs its own training workshop. It sells exclusively direct, with no dealer network, through website inquiry forms per model and an annual presence at the Düsseldorf Caravan Salon (since 1997). Revenue is undisclosed; vehicles are quote-priced individually and have no public price list, with the company noting that while units are not budget-priced, the idea that a minimum of one million euros is required is inaccurate — though that figure can be reached with extensive customization.

The product portfolio spans five core lines: Perfection (10.90m, Volvo B8R chassis, 350 HP), Elfer Performance (11.40m, 500 HP), Performance S (12m flagship), 800C/840HG/AdventureLine (8–12m, Mercedes or MAN, up to 18t), and 920HG–1200HG (rear-garage truck-chassis models up to 12m and 18t). The defining technical differentiator is the patented Mittelgarage (central garage) — a hydraulic, cardanically suspended platform positioned between the axles to transport full-size cars (Mini Cooper to Bugatti Chiron / LaFerrari) without compromising living space or center of gravity, and which converts to a terrace when unloaded. Layered proprietary systems include the Volkner UX tablet/4K-integrated central control (heating, climate, hydraulics, lighting, security, with remote maintenance), the Wall-Out and Slide-Out electronically extendable room modules (~20% additional living area), and in-house-built diesel/electric hybrid heating and air-conditioning systems.

The customer base is comprised almost exclusively of ultra-high-net-worth individuals seeking to transport a personal premium vehicle (sports car, hypercar, classic, or up to five motorcycles) alongside full residential-grade living quarters during long-duration or expedition travel. Documented flagship builds reference Bugatti Chiron, LaFerrari, and classic Mercedes owners as illustrative use cases. Distribution, marketing, and customization are managed directly by Gerhard and Stephanie Volkner, with second-generation family member Max Volkner also involved; there is no external institutional investor, parent company, or public listing.

Name

Volkner Mobil

Legal name

Volkner Mobil GmbH

Website

https://volkner-mobil.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Volkner Mobil GmbH is a family-owned German manufacturer, founded in 1976 and based in Wuppertal, that handcrafts bespoke luxury motorhomes featuring a patented central garage for transporting a car within the vehicle. It sells direct to ultra-high-net-worth clients worldwide at quote-based prices, with no dealer network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Wuppertal

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Luxury Motorhome Sales: One-time custom vehicle sales with each unit built to individual customer specification. Pricing varies significantly based on model, size, customization level, and optional features. Standard models range from 800C (8m) to Performance S (12m). Custom solutions for hypercars can exceed baseline pricing substantially.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Volkner Mobil handcrafts custom-built luxury motorhomes (8–12m) on Volvo and Mercedes-Benz chassis, featuring its patented central garage that transports full-size cars between the axles. Each vehicle is built to individual customer specification in small series, integrating proprietary technologies such as the Volkner UX control system and Wall-Out/Slide-Out room expansion. The portfolio includes the Perfection, Elfer Performance, Performance S, 800C–840HG–AdventureLine, and 920HG–1200HG series for ultra-high-net-worth buyers.

Product overview

Volkner Mobil is a luxury motorhome manufacturer offering multiple model series. The core Performance series (Perfection 10.90m, Elfer Performance 11.40m, Performance S 12m) features the patented central garage positioned between axles, allowing full-size car transport without compromising living space. The HG (Heckgarage/rear garage) series (920HG-1200HG) offers rear garage configurations from 9.60-12m on truck chassis. The AdventureLine provides the only fully integrated all-wheel-drive motorhome for off-road use. All models share proprietary technologies including Volkner UX central control system, Wall-Out/Slide-Out room expansion, and high-capacity energy systems (up to 50 kWh battery, up to 2800 Wp solar). The Performance S flagship features exclusive Burmester high-end audio integration. Each vehicle is individually manufactured to customer specifications in their Wuppertal, Germany workshop.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Perfection Luxury motorhome with patented central garage, Wall-Out or Slide-Out expansion, built on Volvo B8R bus chassis with 350 HP. Measures 10.90m in length with up to 50 kWh battery, up to 2800 Wp solar panels, and 4000mm garage accommodating a Mini Cooper 3-door or Fiat 500.
• Elfer Performance Luxury motorhome positioned between Perfection and Performance models, 11.40m in length with 500 HP and patented central garage tailored for the 5-door Mini Cooper. Features 20 kW lithium battery, 1800 Ah solar energy capacity, alternator with 150–400A charging capacity, and a hydraulic platform that doubles as a terrace.
• Performance S Flagship 12m luxury motorhome with patented central garage, Wall-Out extending almost the entire vehicle length, Volvo or Mercedes diesel power, I-Shift transmission and full air suspension. Accommodates cars up to 4.62m including hypercars such as the Bugatti Chiron or LaFerrari, and is equipped with an exclusive Burmester high-end audio system.
• 800C/840HG/AdventureLine All-wheel-drive motorhome series built on Mercedes-Benz or MAN truck chassis with rear garage. Body lengths 8–12m, total weights up to 18t, engine power 180–530 HP. AdventureLine is the only fully integrated all-wheel-drive motorhome with full off-road capability, featuring 2500 Ah battery, 10 kW Fischer Panda generator, 2000W solar panels, and intelligent Brain-Pilot system control.
• 920HG-1200HG Rear-garage motorhome series built on Mercedes-Benz Atego or Actros chassis (MAN available). Body lengths 9.60–12m, gross weights up to 18t, engine power 250–530 HP. HG (Heckgarage/rear garage) accommodates vehicles with 2–6 wheels or serves as a children's room, fitness area, or workspace. Features Volkner UX system control, up to 1000L fresh water, 26 kW heating, up to 9 kW climate control.

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Burmester Audiosysteme GmbHflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Custom high-end sound system integration in Performance S. Burmester modified components of its Home-Audio systems for the first time for automotive use. Within one year, the companies developed an individual multi-zone concept delivering unprecedented sound experience in the luxury travel segment.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• VARIOmobil: German manufacturer of ultra-luxury motorhomes with patented side-extension living space technology, building on premium truck/bus chassis. Direct competitor to Volkner's Performance line, serving the same UHNW customer segment with bespoke, high-ticket vehicles.
• Dembell: Small-batch German luxury motorhome maker focused on high-end, custom-built vehicles. Direct comparable in artisanal production model, premium pricing, and small-volume custom builds for wealthy European buyers.
• Morelo: German premium motorhome manufacturer producing high-end liner-class motorhomes on truck chassis (Iveco, MAN). Closely comparable in chassis basis, premium positioning, and custom interior capability to Volkner's HG and Performance lines.
• Concorde Reisemobile: Established German luxury motorhome manufacturer with a wide premium product range built on Mercedes and MAN chassis. Direct comparable in premium segment, German manufacturing, and truck-chassis-based luxury RVs.
• Niesmann+Bischoff: German premium motorhome brand (part of Hymer Group) producing high-end Arto and iSmove liners. Comparable in premium positioning, European truck-chassis platforms, and high-specification motorhomes aimed at affluent buyers.
• Earthroamer: US-based manufacturer of ultra-premium expedition motorhomes built on heavy-duty truck chassis. Comparable in off-grid capability, premium pricing, and small-batch bespoke production targeting wealthy adventure travelers.

Broad incumbents

• Hymer: One of Europe's largest RV manufacturers, owned by Thor Industries, producing a broad portfolio from campervans to premium motorhomes. Comparable as a German premium motorhome maker, but at vastly higher scale and broader product breadth.
• Knaus Tabbert: Major European RV group owning Knaus, Tabbert, Weinsberg, and other brands. Comparable as a German motorhome/RV manufacturer with premium sub-brands, but operating at significantly higher scale and broader price points than Volkner.

Emerging players

• Tonke: Dutch boutique converter of premium camper vans and adventure vehicles with strong design focus. Comparable in small-batch, design-led custom builds targeting affluent lifestyle buyers, though focused on van conversions rather than large motorhomes.
• Westfalia: German heritage brand producing premium camper vans and motorhomes with a focus on quality conversions. Partial overlap with Volkner in premium German RV craftsmanship, though at smaller vehicle size and different customer use case.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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