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PLATIN

ALL- I N-ONE: S E LF-S UFFI C I E NC Y, LU X U R Y, S T Y L E

EXPERIENCE INDEPENDENCE FRANKIA PLATIN 2020 ON A MERCEDES-BENZ PLATFORM

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CARAVANNING WITH THE FRANKIA PLATIN

FRANKIA I 7900 GD PLATIN with Silver Arrow finish

CARAVANNING WITH THE FRANKIA PLATIN

THIS FREEDOM IS OURS FOR THE TAKING Travelling self-sufficiently with the FRANKIA PLATIN means discovering the world with your own eyes, breaking new ground, making unforgettable memories and enjoying the moment. You can do all this thanks to the unique technology and premium living comfort that only the all-in-one luxury liner on a Mercedes-Benz platform can offer.

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FRANKIA PLATIN ON A MERCEDES-BENZ PLATFORM

IT DRIVES YOU: REACH FOR THE STARS For over 45 years we have been building FRANKIA motorhomes on a Mercedes-Benz platform – and our aim remains the same: To always get better at what we do, always stay in touch with the latest trends and always meet the needs of our customers. So for 2020, the (Mercedes) Star shines bright like never before – with the new FRANKIA NEO 3.5 t, new floor plans with a round seating group in the FRANKIA PLATIN or with the innovative vehicle concept of the Yucon by FRANKIA microliner.

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UNIQUE: From lightweight to luxury liner – FRANKIA on a Mercedes-Benz platform with 18 floor plans

POWERFUL: Rear-wheel drive, up to 190 hp, 7-speed automatic, FSD technology (optional)

FRANKIA PLATIN ON A MERCEDES-BENZ PLATFORM

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The Yucon by FRANKIA microliner, the unbelievably spacious T 7400 GD/QD, the FRANKIA PLATIN luxury liner and the FRANKIA M-Line NEO (left to right)

EXCLUSIVE: Extra-large FRANKIA round seating group on a Mercedes-Benz platform – now in the PLATIN luxury liner

NEW: FRANKIA M-Line NEO 3.5 t Low-Profile combines lightness and excellent living comfort

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FRANKIA PLATIN – FEATURES

SO FREE, SO LUXURIOUS: PLATIN FEATURES

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YOU DECIDE HOW YOU WANT TO TRAVEL AND LIVE FRANKIA’s luxury model comes in six layouts with a queen-size bed, separate beds or now – NEW – with two different round seating groups and an optional rear drop-down bed in the I 7900 PLUS PLATIN

BE FREE AND INDEPENDENT – THANKS TO UNIQUE TECHNOLOGY Only FRANKIA has it: An innovative technology package including two 110 Ah lithium batteries and four high-performance solar modules

POWER, SAFETY, DRIVING PLEASURE: ON THE ROAD WITH MERCEDES-BENZ Driving pleasure: Powerful rear-wheel drive with great traction, next-generation MBUX infotainment system, many innovative driver assistance systems and much more.

DON’T WORRY ABOUT ANYTHING: ALL-IN-ONE LUXURY LINER Sit back and enjoy – thanks to a “worry-free equipment package” standard, XL storage space in the FRANKIA double floor, rear storage compartments and interior

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO TRAVEL YOUR WAY – EVEN ON LONG JOURNEYS Pure luxury: XXL fresh water tank (up to 270 l) and practical FRANKIA central supply system with self-retracting cable

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NEW: FRANKIA ROUND SEATING GROUP IN THE PLATIN LUXURY MODEL The popular FRANKIA round seating group is now also available for the FRANKIA PLATIN and brings together unique technology and a light-flooded living area that feels exceptionally spacious

YOUR MOTORHOME BECOMES A LUXURY SUITE 360° of freedom, class, innovation: Now with the new FRANKIA spa-like bathroom, even more comfort in the seating groups, PLUS rear storage compartments with unique FRANKIA Easy Bike System (optional)

FRANKIA PLATIN – FEATURES

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FRANKIA PLATIN – EXPERIENCE FREEDOM

OUR KIND OF LUXURY If you find the perfect spot, why not stay a while longer? You can with the FRANKIA PLATIN. You won’t miss anything even in the most remote places because you have everything you need even off the beaten path thanks to upper class living comfort and many unique extras.

Mercedes driving at its finest: Drive in style with the FRANKIA PLATIN! The elegant exterior design exudes exclusivity and makes a bold statement: FRANKIA I 8400 PLUS PLATIN.

FRANKIA PLATIN – EXPERIENCE FREEDOM

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FRANKIA PLATIN – UNIQUE TECHNOLOGY

THIS TECHNOLOGY GIVES YOU FREEDOM BATTERY COMPUTER / SOLAR REMOTE DISPLAY Always in view: Current power consumption and battery charge

5.5 METRE AWNING Provides shade whenever you want – and comes standard

190 HP ENGINE, 7-SPEED AUTOMATIC, CRUISE CONTROL Power and maximum driving comfort on the new Mercedes-Benz platform

HIGH-TECH COCKPIT MBUX infotainment system with voice control and touch control buttons on the steering wheel

FRANKIA THERMO GUARD PLUS Innovative wall and floor structure standard with 11 year water ingress warranty

UNDERFLOOR HEATING, SEMI-AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL Premium comfort independent of outside temperatures

FRANKIA PLATIN – UNIQUE TECHNOLOGY

4 X 110 W HIGH-PERFORMANCE SOLAR SYSTEM

ONLY FRANKIA HAS IT: EXCLUSIVE TECHNOLOGY PACKAGE

Now with even more power, no matter what the weather

1,700 W “K” SINE WAVE INVERTER Use 230 V consumers without restrictions

CAC SMART CONVERTER CHARGER Ensures that your LiFePo batteries are always charged quickly and safely

ILLUMINATED ELECTRONICS COMPARTMENT Keep an eye on your systems any time of day – in all GD and QD models

90A POWER CHARGING BOOSTER Quick charging of the on-board batteries – even on short trips

EFFICIENT COOLING

HYBRID CONTROL ELECTRONICS EFOY COMFORT ready: The fuel cell automatically charges your on-board battery – all-year use, environmentally friendly and quiet

Dometic Freshjet 1700 (figure shown is an example)

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2 X 110 AH LITHIUM BATTERY State-of-the-art technology: Maximum-capacity LiFePO4 technology

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FRANKIA PLATIN – LIVING

MOMENTS TO REMEMBER What counts in life are moments with the people who are important to us. Whether cuddling up with a glass of wine or watching a film in the evening – FRANKIA PLATIN’s luxurious interior is the perfect place to spend quality time together.

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FRANKIA PLATIN – ROUND SEATING GROUP

NEW: Maximum spaciousness in the FRANKIA PLUS PLATIN with two different round seating groups in two lengths.

Exclusive: Round seating group meets maximum storage space – with an additional 40 cm of shelf space in the back of the I 7900 PLUS PLATIN

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Unique: “Hidden” power drop-down bed above the seating area (optional in the I 7900 PLUS PLATIN)

Classy: New seat upholstery in exclusive leather – in over 30 different colours (optional)

YOU’LL LOVE THE POSSIBILITIES Why settle for less when you can experience premium living comfort?

The unique FRANKIA PLUS models are now also available in the top class PLATIN – with two different luxurious round seating groups in the I 8400 PLUS PLATIN and I 7900 PLUS PLATIN.

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FRANKIA PLATIN – DESIGN OPTIONS

Stepless interior and 2.03 metres of headroom for deluxe spaciousness

FRANKIA’s queen-size beds shorten for reading or extend for sleeping – at the push of a button

New FRANKIA upholstery: Maximum comfort, modern design

FRANKIA PLATIN – DESIGN OPTIONS

Light-flooded interior and a room with a view included

PERFECTLY FITS YOUR LIFESTYLE Enjoy the luxury of living your way – even while travelling. The FRANKIA PLATIN gives you the freedom to choose which style best suits your holiday and your personality. Exclusive materials, premium workmanship and attention to detail are always part of the programme with FRANKIA.

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FRANKIA PLATIN – MAXIFLEX KITCHEN

Deluxe kitchen in the new I 8400 FRANKIA PLUS PLATIN with elegant round seating group.

Deluxe storage space with practical shelves and extra-large drawers

FRANKIA PLATIN – MAXIFLEX KITCHEN

Very FRANKIA: Clever solutions like the Coffee Corner, pull-out water tap, sensor-controlled light and much more

Standard in the FRANKIA PLATIN: Three hobs for large pots and pans

“Mobile living made easy” with the latest TecTower 10 – now the refrigerator opens on both sides

A GOURMET KITCHEN WITH EXQUISITE TASTE All FRANKIA MaxiFlex kitchens are designed with the same fundamental features: Maximum space, superior quality and state-of-the-art technology. Because we understand that a luxurious kitchen has to work well every day.

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FRANKIA PLATIN – SPA-LIKE BATHROOM

Exclusive: FRANKIA spa-like bathroom with separate shower and WC in all PLATIN models

High-quality materials – standard: FRANKIA spa-like shower with glass door; ceramic toilet

ENJOY SPA-LIKE REVITALISATION

180° view inside the FRANKIA I 8400 PLUS PLATIN

Take a special break from all the impressions during your trip – in your new FRANKIA spa-like bathroom. Relax from head to toe, refresh your senses and enjoy an exclusive spa-like experience with plenty of (free) space.

FRANKIA PLATIN – SPA-LIKE BATHROOM

Deluxe interior: Inset sink, extra-large mirrored cabinet, elegant surfaces

Fresh details: Flexible counter space, unique lighting concept

Plenty of room to move thanks to a repositioned toilet

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FRANKIA PLATIN – SLEEPING

THE PERFECT ATMOSPHERE TO TAKE A BREAK

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Whether for dreaming, reading, sleeping or unwinding with your favourite series – the bedroom in your FRANKIA PLATIN luxury liner features high-quality materials and has plenty of light and space for you to relax and take a break from it all.

Your PLATIN freedom: You decide how you want to sleep – in a queen-size bed, in separate beds or in G u a A I r ant a power drop-down bed.

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FRANKIA PLATIN – SLEEPING

You can count shooting stars in all FRANKIA PLATIN bedrooms thanks to panoramic skylights.

MORE LIGHT, FREEDOM & COMFORT: NEW DROP-DOWN BED IN THE FRANKIA PLATIN PLUS (Picture shown for illustration purpose only)

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FRANKIA PLATIN – STORAGE SPACE

ENJOY INDEPENDENCE WITH SO MUCH SPACE Simply unique. Uniquely simple. This is how the unique FRANKIA storage space system works: E-bikes, grill, skis, stand-up paddle board or all kinds of other things – you can take it all with you.

There’s lots of space in your FRANKIA motorhome thanks to many clever solutions. And there’s a place for everything: You can easily get to what you need, when you need it.

Choose from three rear storage compartments with a height of up to 1.24 m

FRANKIA I 8400 PLUS PLATIN

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NEW: Access the storage space in the seating group with one hand

All kinds of places to store your items in the interior – and always within reach

NEW: FRANKIA’s unique Easy Bike System is available as an option in all PLUS rear storage compartments

Easy to load and unload thanks to double-sided access

Completely stepless FRANKIA double floor accessible from inside and outside

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FRANKIA PLATIN – EXTERIOR DESIGN

FRANKIA PLATIN – EXTERIOR DESIGN

THIS COMPANION TURNS HEADS The elegant exterior design of your FRANKIA PLATIN turns every side street into a grand boulevard with its stylish finish. Exciting colour contrasts perfectly underscore its elegant and dynamic shape.

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FRANKIA PLATIN – STANDARD EQUIPMENT

MOMENTS YOU’LL NEVER FORGET Don’t wait for the right moment – make every minute you share together a memorable one. The all-in-one FRANKIA PLATIN luxury liner provides the perfect backdrop. You already have everything you need to travel in style in the standard equipment package.

FRANKIA I 8400 PLUS PLATIN

FRANKIA PLATIN – STANDARD EQUIPMENT

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FRANKIA PLATIN – STANDARD EQUIPMENT

ALL-INCLUSIVE STANDARD EQUIPMENT FRANKIA PLATIN STANDARD EQUIPMENT 7900 | 8400 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis Driver and passenger airbag 190 hp EURO VI BlueTec engine Antilock braking system (ABS) Traction control system (TCS) Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) Electronic stability control (ESP) Hill Hold Assist 93 litre diesel tank 7-speed automatic Semi-automatic climate control Cruise control 220 A alternator Auxiliary heating Leather steering wheel Spare wheel with bracket (PLUS without bracket) Steering wheel adjustable in height and depth Electrical auxiliary chassis heater for faster heating of the interior LED high beam and blinker Original Mercedes-Benz elevated frame with rear-wheel drive Body Thermo Guard Plus side walls with 11-year water ingress warranty Next-generation infotainment: MBUX

GFRP gelcoat – hail resistant Heated double floor with approx. 126/348 mm height Central locking for body door and cab door via original vehicle key Aluminium rims front and aluminium covers rear Wheel spacers on front and rear axle Manual rear supports (n/a if optional air suspension ordered) Double glazing side cab windows Power darkening blind instead of manual darkening blind Storage space | Windows | Doors Storage spaces with LED lighting LED storage space lighting underneath the seating area Seitz S7 windows with tinted panes, fly screen and blind, installed flush with the wall Central supply system with water drum and self-retracting cable reel with 15 m of cable Fly screen integrated in the door frame and all roof hatches Beds

Uniquely functional modular kitchen featuring a high-end HPL worktop – the FRANKIA MaxiFlex kitchen

Drop-down bed with power adjustment

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Awning – with optional integrated LED lighting

Environmentally friendly: Generate your own power with the standard solar system

Self-retracting cable reel with 15 m of cable and central supply system

A number of practical USB sockets

Double glazing cab windows

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FRANKIA PLATIN – STANDARD EQUIPMENT

ALL-INCLUSIVE STANDARD EQUIPMENT FRANKIA PLATIN STANDARD EQUIPMENT 7900 | 8400 Electrical systems MT 1700-Si-N/Sinus inverter (Büttner) 4x solar system 110 W (Büttner) with solar remote display MT 550 PP solar controller (Büttner) MT 5000-H control (hybrid battery computer by Büttner) LiFePO4 battery (2 x 110 Ah) 1 x charging booster (90 A) 1 x charger (40 A) including pulser EFOY COMFORT fuel cell ready CBE BUS control panel with LCD screen LED awning light with separate switchable motion sensor Alphatronics SL 24 inch flat screen

Dimmable LED ambient lighting Dimmable LED spot lights LED reading lights 4x 230 V sockets 4x USB sockets 230 V socket in passenger side rear storage compartment 12 V socket in passenger side rear storage compartment Multimedia | Radio | Satellite system Alphatronics SL-24 inch flat screen (32 inch for 8400 Plus) TELECO – TWIN FLATSAT EASY SMART S85 satellite system Hookup for second TV in bedroom Mercedes MBUX 10.25 inch multimedia system with DAB+ radio Alpine Dolby Surround Sound speaker system High-quality roof combination antenna UKW/DAB+/GPS Split rear-view camera with separate monitor

New: Power front darkening blind

Exterior wall colour Exterior paint: Choice of Platin Metallic or Silver Arrow Metallic (roof in white) Upholstery | Cushions Selection of wood/fabric combinations from six different design options Rear storage compartments | Bike mounts 2-part rear storage compartment (GD/QD floor plan) Lashing rail system Washroom | Water supply Up to 270-litre fresh water tank including adjustable 50-litre drive load Approx. 130-litre waste water tank Ceramic toilet Second Thetford Cassette Fan with carbon filter for Thetford toilet

Full-length, heated FRANKIA double floor

FRANKIA PLATIN – STANDARD EQUIPMENT

7900 | 8400 Air conditioning | Heating Alde Compact 3020 HE hot water heating system Additional fan for the driver’s cab (Alde) Heat exchanger Underfloor heating in seating area Duo Control for gas cylinders Dometic Freshjet 1700 air conditioner Kitchen | Refrigerator | Hob FRANKIA MaxiFlex kitchen: Uniquely functional modular kitchen featuring a high-end HPL worktop with expandable surface TecTower 10, opens on both sides Awnings Manual 5.5 m awning, anthracite or anodised case depending on paint colour ordered

Wheel spacers

Central control: Easy to see and operate

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FRANKIA PLATIN

FRANKIA I 8400 QD PLATIN with optional equipment

FRANKIA PLATIN – FLOOR PLANS

VARIETY THAT SUITS YOUR NEEDS There are six different FRANKIA PLATIN floor plans to choose from:

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I 7900 GD PLATIN 8.0 m

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I 7900 PLUS PLATIN 8.0 m 5.5 t

Approx. length of motorhome Maximum permissible laden weight Sleeping berths Seats with seatbelts Standard/optional

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Conceptual design: GMK Medien. Marken. Kommunikation. | www.gmk.de Photo: Studio Thomas Köhler | www.fotostudiothomaskoehler.de

FRANKIA is a PILOTE Group company FRANKIA-GP GmbH Bernecker Straße 12 | 95509 Marktschorgast | Germany Phone: +49 (0) 92 27-738-0 | Fax: +49 (0) 92 27-738-49 Email: info@frankia.de Experience the world of FRANKIA online. www.frankia.com

The illustrations in this catalogue are examples. They may contain accessories and extras that are not included in standard equipment packages. The actual model versions may vary. Technical changes and errors excepted. Equipment designated as standard and/or optional may vary from country to country.

The images may vary in colour for printing reasons. Printed in Germany. © Copyright 2019 by FRANKIA-GP GmbH