Vango Faros III Air Low Drive Away Awning 2026

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The Vango Faros III Air Low Drive Away Awning is a compact, lightweight awning designed to add useful living or storage space to low-height campervans. Ideal for short trips and touring holidays, it works well as extra storage or a small seating area while remaining quick to pitch and easy to transport.
  • Pitching time: 8 minutes
  • AirBeam inflatable structure
  • Sentinel Active 150D fabric with ColourLok Eco
  • Drive-away awning for touring use
  • Low height fit: 180–210cm attachment

The Faros III Air Low is Vango’s smallest drive-away awning, designed for campers who want additional sheltered space without carrying a large or heavy awning. Its compact footprint makes it suitable for weekend trips, short touring breaks, or anyone limited on storage space.

Inside, the awning offers enough room for chairs, camping equipment, or wet gear, with large Diamond Clear windows to let in plenty of natural light. The mesh front door and ventilation panels help maintain airflow and reduce condensation during use.

The awning is made from Sentinel Active 150D fabric, providing a balance of durability and reduced weight, with a 4,000mm hydrostatic head for reliable weather protection. ColourLok Eco technology helps slow colour fading over time while using fewer water resources during production.

Designed for touring use, the Faros III Air Low can be detached from the vehicle when needed, allowing the awning to remain pitched while you drive away for the day. This makes it a flexible option for campers who like to explore once set up.

Key Features

AirBeam Structure

The inflatable AirBeam structure allows the awning to be pitched quickly without traditional poles. Inflation takes around four minutes using the supplied pump, with a single inflation point for ease.

Fabric

Sentinel Active 150D fabric is lightweight yet robust, offering waterproof protection with a 4,000mm hydrostatic head. ColourLok Eco technology supports long-term colour retention.

Drive-Away Capability

Using the pre-attached kador and optional drive-away setup, the awning can be disconnected from the vehicle and left freestanding while you are out for the day.

Groundsheet

A fully sewn-in groundsheet helps prevent draughts, insects, and water ingress, supported by an external storm skirt for additional protection.

Ventilation

Mesh panels and ventilation points allow air to circulate through the awning, helping to manage condensation and improve comfort in warmer conditions.

Stability

The TBSII tension band system, bracer pole, reinforced tunnel, and high-visibility guylines all contribute to improved stability in changeable weather.

Key Specifications

  • Fabric: Sentinel Active 150D with ColourLok Eco

  • Hydrostatic head: 4,000mm

  • Structure: AirBeam inflatable system

  • Pitching time: approx. 8 minutes

  • Hand pump inflate time: approx. 4 minutes

  • Width: 290cm

  • Depth: 275cm

  • Height: 205cm

  • Connection width: 240cm

  • Kador length: 260cm

  • Attachment height: 180–210cm (Low)

  • Weight: 13.7kg

  • Rail weight: 10.5kg

  • Pack size: L75 x H35 x W35cm

  • Supplied with: AirBeam pump, steel pegs, bracer pole, carry bag

Compatibility

The Faros III Air Low is suitable for low-height campervans with an attachment height between 180cm and 210cm. It is commonly used with vehicles such as VW Transporter (low roof), Ford Transit Custom (low roof), and similar-sized campervans.

Attachment Methods / Pitching Options

  • Pre-attached 6mm kador rail

  • Compatible with standard awning rails

  • Over-vehicle straps (8m)

  • Roof bar attachment tabs

  • Sleeve for pole and clamp kit system

Warranty

2-year standard manufacturers warranty (extend to 3 years by registering with the brand).

Technical Details

Awning Type

Campervan | Drive-Away Awning

Brand
Vango

Awning Collection
Vango Sentinel Active Drive-Away Awnings

Year of Manufacture
2026

Fitting Height
180–210 cm

Kador Length
248 cm

Fabric Denier
150 Denier Polyester

Hydrostatic Head
4,000 mm

Tent Colour
Grey

Skin
Single Skin

Materials & Fabrics

Flysheet Fabric
Sentinel Active 150 Denier Polyester

Groundsheet Fabric
Double-Coated Polyethylene Groundsheet (10,000 mm)

Inner Tent Compatibility
BR003 Inner Tent (Sold Separately)

Window Fabric
Diamond Clear PVC Windows with Toggle-Up Curtains

Fire Retardant
Yes

Doors & Access

Doors
1 x Front Door
1 x Side Door
Connecting Panel with 2 Doors

Dimensions & Weight

Height
205 cm

Length
275 cm

Width
290 cm

Floor Area
275 x 290 cm

Pitching Area
300 x 300 cm

Pack Size
75 x 35 x 35 cm

Weight
13.9 kg

Pitching & Structure

Pitching Order
Attach to van, peg down, then inflate the beams

Poles or Air
Inflatable Tubes

Air Tube Size
10 cm

Number of Air Tubes
2

Pitching Time
Approximately 15 minutes

Supplied With

Vango Pump with Gauge
Pre-Attached 6 mm Kador Rail
8 m Over-Vehicle Straps
Velcro Tabs for Roof Bars
Pole Sleeve for Pole & Clamp System
Steel Pegs

Usage

Recommended Use
Spring to summer touring, suitable for lower-height campervans

SKU AWWFAROAI000002

Full Features

Fabric & Weather Protection


  • Lightweight, durable 150D fabric with a 4,000mm hydrostatic head

  • ColourLok Eco technology helps maintain colour for longer

  • Fully rain tested to EN ISO 5912 standard for reliable wet-weather performance

  • Sewn-in groundsheet with external storm skirt for all-round protection from draughts and insects

  • Ventilation panels promote airflow and help reduce condensation

Structure & Stability


  • AirBeam® inflatable structure for quick and simple pitching (pump included)

  • TBSII Tension Band System braces beams at three points to improve stability in strong, shifting winds

  • PowerFlex® fibreglass bracer pole included for added rigidity

  • Reinforced PVC tunnel for increased durability

  • Clear visibility guylines reduce trip hazards and aid stability

  • Steel pegs included for secure pitching on firm or tough ground

Doors, Windows & Living Comfort


  • Diamond Clear windows maximise light and visibility

  • Front door with internal mesh flyscreen for insect-free ventilation

  • Flat access door for easy entry, suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs

  • Toggled privacy curtains for quick light control and privacy

  • Two doors in the connecting tunnel for access to the front or rear of your vehicle

Vehicle Connection & Drive-Away Features


  • Pre-attached 6mm kador

  • 8m over-vehicle straps

  • Roof bar attachment tabs

  • Sleeve for pole & clamp kit system

  • Tunnel adjustment strap for a neater fit against the vehicle

  • Roll-away connecting tunnel when driving away for the day

  • Drive-away compatible with the addition of a Drive Away Kit

Storage & Accessories


  • SkyTrack® II system for attaching lighting and storage

  • Supplied with Sky Hooks for easy attachment

  • Lantern hanging points

  • Oversized easy-pack carry bag

Usage


  • Touring awning – designed for regular holiday use rather than permanent pitching

  • Additions available for expanded living space or storage (see additions table)
Full Specifications

Weight: 13.7kg

Depth: 275cm

Width: 290cm

Height: 205cm

Pitching Time: 8 minutes

Hand Pump Inflate Time: 4 minutes

Kador Length: 260cm

Kador Height: 180–210cm (Low)

Connection Width: 240cm

Pack Size (Bag 1): L75 x H35 x W35cm

Rail Weight: 10.5kg

Shipping information

Pre-orders will be despatched when they come into stock

FREE DELIVERY ON ORDERS OVER £100

ORDERS UNDER £100 - STANDARD DELIVERY COST £7.99

Delivery - 4-7 working Days UK Mainland Only

We ONLY deliver to UK Mainland addresses (excluding Scottish Highlands).

Orders will require a signature to acknowledge delivery. The signature of the person accepting delivery at the delivery address will be proof that delivery has been received by you or the person, to whom the order is addressed. If no one is available to accept the delivery you will receive a card to advise that a delivery has been attempted.

It is your responsibility to ensure the delivery address is ready and able to accept the delivery of the product.

We shall have no liability to you in respect of any delay or failure to deliver a product due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including (without limitation) delay or failure caused by adverse weather, strikes or transport problems.

FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Does the Faros III Air Low fit my campervan?
It fits campervans with an attachment height between 180cm and 210cm, commonly referred to as low-height vehicles.

Is the groundsheet sewn in?
Yes, the groundsheet is fully sewn in and includes an external storm skirt.

Does the awning come with a pump?
Yes, an AirBeam hand pump with pressure gauge is included.

Can I leave the awning standing when I drive away?
Yes, the awning can be detached from the vehicle and left freestanding using the drive-away setup.

Is this awning suitable for long-term seasonal pitching? No, it is designed for touring use and short stays rather than extended seasonal pitching.

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