The Grit Difference
We don't cut corners. We simply build the best Class B camper vans for sale in Portland without compromise.
Experience the Grit Difference in a Generational Link 148
Our Philosophy
The Link 148 embodies durability that spans generations!
The Link 148 AWD camper van provides Portland adventurers with genuine reliability instead of constant repair needs. When exploring from the elevations deep inside the Rockies to the red sandstone bluffs of the Animas Valley, you need a vehicle that enhances your journey rather than limits it. Built for continuous performance across the diverse Portland landscapes, the Link 148 allows you to create lasting memories with family while navigating varied terrain. Your adventures deserve certainty, not constant worry.
Constructed to match the toughness of its Ford foundation, the Link 148 offers remarkable longevity for explorers in search of a permanent travel companion. This Class B RV serves Portland adventurers as a bastion of rugged transportation, and functions as an inheritance-quality vehicle engineered to endure generations of discovery.
Rather than chasing trendy features or showy aesthetics, we prioritize substance. Portland travelers require Class B campers that function reliably when snow blankets the steep mountainous terrain. Our mission stays clear: creating dependable AWD camper vans for Portland residents seeking comfort and the thrills of exploring off-grid destinations.
MADE IN THE USA
Our adventure vans come to life no matter where you find yourself in the Portland Rocky Mountains. Each day, our skilled local artisans arrive to work dedicated to crafting exceptional vehicles worthy of your complete confidence.
The Link 148 incorporates locally sourced materials whenever possible, supporting environmental responsibility and regional businesses in everything we build. This local-first approach contributes directly to building national economic strength.
We Build Our Vans to Last a Lifetime
The demanding landscapes of Portland challenge any AWD camper van beyond typical requirements. But the Link 148 surpasses these tests of endurance as a true generational RV constructed for extended service life. You won’t find delicate wooden cabinets that require constant maintenance. Instead, rock-solid construction combined with sound-dampening technology delivers journeys that feel smoother, quieter, and remarkably simple.
Your alpine expeditions should center on exploration, not mechanical troubleshooting.
Grit Overland emphasizes practical functionality over creating the most photogenic four-wheel-drive vehicle for online platforms. From Grit Overland, Portland explorers get Class B camper vans with four wheel drive that deliver the critical trifecta of what everyone wants in a rugged trail beast: strength, toughness, and dependability.
Through precision aluminum welding and secure threaded-insert connections, the Link 148 AWD camper van provides exceptional durability with minimal maintenance requirements. Designed and built specifically for comfortable, noise-reduced travel, the Link 148 represents the definitive choice for serious adventure enthusiasts. With its full bathroom integration, it truly serves as a heritage vehicle solidly built to function flawlessly throughout your lifetime and beyond for future generations.
Safety & Certifications
 TIG Welded Joints
 Designed for the sheer forces produced in a moving vehicle.
 Rigid structures to prevent collapsing.
 All Aluminum Cabinet Frames
 Cabinet panels are fastened with machine screws
 Aluminum frames are mounted to the body of the van for SAFETY
Meets FMVSS (“Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards”) rating for the United States.
All Grit Overland Van Models are inspected, certified & receive a serial number. (Our manufacturing exceeds all fire safety, electrical & plumbing industry standards.)
UV-Stabilized Marine Board
- Stands up to the elements without absorbing moisture.
- Doesn’t require edge band finishing or coatings to seal it & make it look good. (These are 2 major points of failure we totally avoid).
Top-Of-The-Line Vinyl Flooring
We’ve tested dozens of flooring materials & this is the best we’ve found thus far.
The flooring material is only half of the durability equation. We also consider the compatible methods for adhering it.
- Will it stay adhered under extreme conditions? (Like: cold, heat, direct sunlight).
- What does it look like after heavy use? (Scratched, dented, under heavy items, after wet items, etc.)
Marine-Grade Upholstery Material
Even our upholstery includes a water proof layer, to prevent moisture from penetrating into the underlying substrate.
Lighter Panel Material
Because our framing creates the needed structural support, we can use lighter panel material in many places.
Locally Sourced & Sustainable Materials
We locally source panels made from 100% plantation and sustainable wood sources that contain no tropical species.
Go Farther & Stay Longer
The Best Off-Road Experience
Strategic undercarriage engineering guarantees that external elements including gray water tanks maintain adequate ground clearance. Equipped with Method Race wheels and BFG KO2 all-terrain winter-rated tires, off-road fans can navigate secluded forest routes and mountain passages with complete assurance.
Grit Overland manufactures Class B RVs for Portland explorers seeking an ideal basecamp for discovery. The Link 148 delivers exceptional off-road capability in all seasons of the Rocky Mountains.
Aluminum Infrastructure
LIGHTER, STRONGER & QUIETER
- Light weight – with up to 2x the available payload capacity than competitor’s vans makes navigating obstacles a breeze
- Durability to push it to the limit
- Solid welded connections make for a quiet ride, minimizing rattles
Ford Transit 148
- All Wheel Drive to help you power through tough obstacles and navigate slick roads and terrain.
- The Ford Transit Chassis equipped with the eco-boost drive train and components is tough as nails and delivers the power to go farther.
Wheels and Tires
- BFG KO2 – we included winter rated off-road tires to deliver superior traction in snow and off-road.
- Method Race Wheels have bead grip technology, providing higher grip at lower pressure.
In addition to these stock features, Grit Overland offers countless Upfits and Upgrades.Â
Four Season Insulation
True Four Season requires both proper insulation & state of the art HVAC systems.
Our 3-Layer Insulation:
- Sound Deadening
- Radiant Heat Break
- Comfort Insulation (anti-microbial insulative value with a fabric backer to help hold it in place, in a vibrating vehicle)
- Hydrophobic (water repellent)
HVAC: Heating & Cooling Systems:
“On a trip in Alberta, it was -21 degrees Fahrenheit outside and we were comfortable in shorts and tee-shirts inside the van!”
– Chris
- 2in1 Air & Water heater (Our state of the art hydronic heating system runs off the gas tank. Using minimal electric & no extra fuel source).
- The 6800-BTU Dometic RTX2000 keeps our van’s cooler than competitor’s vans due to our superior insulation. Plus, this keeps your furry family members comfortable while traveling with you.
The systems we use are state of the art & when matched with our robust 12 volt power system, provide real world heating & cooling, throughout the whole van.
Modular Indoor Shower System
We were able to design the largest usable shower space that stows in the smallest storage space.
- All Aluminum Shower Pan
- Shower curtain stows inside the shower pan
- RVIA-certified plumbing system
- Large shower curtain allows for plenty of space
- High-pressure low flow shower head
- Easy setup & take down
- Portable induction cooktop included
- Dometic CFX3 45 Electric refrigerator
- Stainless steel sink
- Stainless steel Contour microwave
- Flip up countertop
- Kitchen Galley with drawers and flex storage space
Front & Passenger Swivel Seats:
- Ford, heated, 10 way electric seats
- Swivel (x2)
The Stowaway Bench Seat
(sleep 4, seat 4 model only, optional upgrade on sleep 2, seat 2 model)
- Meets all Safety standards FMVSS
- Seats 2, (36″ wide)
- 3-Point seat belts
- Arm Rest
- CRS Hooks (“Child Safety Restraint” hooks for attaching car seats)
- Folds up & out of the way when not in use.
Not All Seats are Created Equal:
The Stowaway seat by Grit, is the best of both worlds. It’s a comfortable seat for 2 when traveling & when no one is sitting in it, you can fold it up & out of the way. This simple feature, improves/provides:
- Giant Kitchen space
- Huge shower
- Plenty of Bathroom space
- Large flex space
- Our favorite: having the room for 4 people to stand up in the middle of the warm van, getting in/out of our snow gear.
Counter, Dining & Work Surfaces
- Extended Countertop (the whole length of the van!)
- XL Fold-down workspace (at counter height, X2)
- Travel table for rear seats
We love multi-purpose spaces, so we designed extra counter space that can be used as a workbench or desk that faces the view out the back of the van.
Our Table/Counter/Workbench/Desk can be used any way you want!
*shown with optional expanded 180 watts of solar
Powerful and Efficient Electrical System
Each Link 148 features an advanced electrical system (12v) engineered to keep every adventurer powered and carefree. The S2 model’s high-efficiency air conditioning delivers genuine off-grid cooling capabilities exceeding typical RV systems. Experience up to 6 hours of effective cooling per charge, or maximize runtime using Eco mode, while interior temperatures remain 20 to 22 degrees cooler than exterior conditions.
Off-Grid Power, Wherever You Go
Stay powered and stay off the grid with the Link’s efficient, reliable power system:
- 320 Amp Hour Heated Lithionics Battery: Dependable power for all seasons and any adventure.
- 3000-Watt Victron Inverter: Seamless power management with top-tier Victron components.
- 180W High-Quality Solar: Charge your batteries with the power of the sun, backed up by an alternator charger for cloudy days.
- 12v system with 4 kwh provides 320ah of power. With an optional aftermarket upgrade to 8kwh
- 180 Watts of high-quality solar.
- 200 Amps of Alternator Charging from the Ford Transit’s alternator
- Expandable 12v circuits x 2
- Touchscreen & Bluetooth system management: Electrical, heating and water monitoring (Victron and Lithionics hybrid system)
- USB 12v charging ports
Learn more about how the Link 148 embodies the Grit Difference
Room for the Whole Family
Seat 4 Sleep 4
The most memorable Portland adventures involve sharing moments with family and friends. Inside an AWD camper van, comfortably sleeping four people demands creative solutions, which inspired our Pop-top Sleeping Area in the Seat 4 Sleep 4 Link 148 model. This layout effectively creates separate sleeping spaces at night, removing any need for crowded sleeping conditions.
Our Stowaway Bench Seating safely transports extra passengers. This seating complies with all FMVSS Safety Standards while securing two travelers using 3-Point seat belts, includes child safety restraint attachments, and provides ergonomic arm supports.
The Cloud-cap pop-top offers additional space to sleep and relax.
- Exped Mega Mat Duo LW+
- 77″L Ă— 52″W Ă— 4″H
- R-value -8.1
- Pop top comes with insulated ceiling. You can add the insulated tent wall covers for 4 season camping.
- Comes with battery-powered pump to inflate the mattress in 1 minute. Easily deflates with pressure from pop top when closing.
- Includes the Maxx Air Fan 7500k with remote.
- Nearby 110 outlet so you can use an electric blanket for winter camping.
2025 Link 148
Experience the Grit Difference in our Link 148 AWD Adventure Van
