Volkswagen Crafter camper conversion
The Crafter comes in 12 variants in the planner, with cargo areas from 3.45 m to 4.86 m long inside and payloads up to about 1,324 kg. Drivetrains: FWD · RWD.
Yes — you can stand up in a Volkswagen Crafter from the H3 roof up: 1.86–1.96 m floor-to-headliner, about 1.79–1.89 m after a typical 7 cm floor and ceiling build-up, which stands an adult up to about 1.75 m.
Interior dimensions by variant
| Variant | Drive | Interior L × W × H | Payload ≈ | Wheelbase | Ext. height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L3H2 | FWD | 3.45 × 1.83 × 1.73 m | 1,324 kg | 3.64 m | 2.35 m |
| L3H2 | RWD | 3.45 × 1.83 × 1.63 m | 1,264 kg | 3.64 m | 2.35 m |
| L3H3 | FWD | 3.45 × 1.83 × 1.96 m | 1,255 kg | 3.64 m | 2.59 m |
| L3H3 | RWD | 3.45 × 1.83 × 1.86 m | 1,195 kg | 3.64 m | 2.59 m |
| L4H3 | FWD | 4.30 × 1.83 × 1.96 m | 1,151 kg | 4.49 m | 2.59 m |
| L4H3 | RWD | 4.30 × 1.83 × 1.86 m | 1,083 kg | 4.49 m | 2.59 m |
| L4H4 | FWD | 4.30 × 1.83 × 2.19 m | 1,123 kg | 4.49 m | 2.80 m |
| L4H4 | RWD | 4.30 × 1.83 × 2.09 m | 1,055 kg | 4.49 m | 2.80 m |
| L5H3 | FWD | 4.86 × 1.83 × 1.96 m | 1,084 kg | 4.49 m | 2.59 m |
| L5H3 | RWD | 4.86 × 1.83 × 1.86 m | 1,012 kg | 4.49 m | 2.59 m |
| L5H4 | FWD | 4.86 × 1.83 × 2.20 m | 1,056 kg | 4.49 m | 2.80 m |
| L5H4 | RWD | 4.86 × 1.83 × 2.10 m | 984 kg | 4.49 m | 2.80 m |
Interior figures are between the walls and floor-to-headliner, derived from manufacturer specs and calibrated against published cargo dimensions. Payload ≈ gross weight minus kerb weight — it varies with engine and options, so treat it as a planning guide.
- Dimensions source: Volkswagen Nutzfahrzeuge DE — Crafter Kastenwagen technical drawings (02/2021) · checked Sep 2026
- Door openings: Volkswagen Nutzfahrzeuge DE — Crafter Kastenwagen technical drawings (02/2021) · checked Sep 2026
What fits
- Standing: after a typical floor and ceiling build-up (~7 cm), the Crafter L5H4 leaves about 2.13 m of headroom.
- Bed across: the widest variant measures 1.83 m between the walls — short of a 1.86 m mattress, so plan the bed lengthwise or add wheel-box flares.
- Parking: every variant is over 2.0 m tall outside — underground garages and most height barriers are out.
Payload budget
Depending on variant, the Crafter carries roughly 984 kg to 1,324 kg of conversion, gear, water and people before hitting the gross weight limit. A typical full build lands between 400 and 700 kg before you pack — weigh the plan before you cut.
Check your numbers in the payload calculator →Volkswagen Crafter camper layouts and floor plans
Ready-made layouts drawn to scale on this van's real interior — wheel arches, wall taper and door openings included. Open one in the planner and change it.
Volkswagen Crafter L3H3
Weekender · 2 berths · 145 kg built
Open this layout →Volkswagen Crafter L4H3
Family camper · 2 berths · 357 kg built
Open this layout →Same van, different badge
These vans are built on the same body as the Crafter — the dimensions and layout advice carry over one-to-one:
Frequently asked
How long is the Crafter inside?
The cargo area runs from 3.45 m in the shortest variant to 4.86 m in the longest, measured from the bulkhead to the rear doors.
Can I stand up in a Volkswagen Crafter?
Yes — you can stand up in a Volkswagen Crafter from the H3 roof up: 1.86–1.96 m floor-to-headliner, about 1.79–1.89 m after a typical 7 cm floor and ceiling build-up, which stands an adult up to about 1.75 m. By roof height — H2: 1.63–1.73 m raw, ~1.56–1.66 m finished — sit-down only; H3: 1.86–1.96 m raw, ~1.79–1.89 m finished — stands a 1.75 m adult; H4: 2.09–2.20 m raw, ~2.02–2.13 m finished — stands a 1.95 m adult. Rule of thumb: you need a raw interior height of your own height plus 10 cm.
How much payload does a Crafter have for a conversion?
Roughly 984 kg to 1,324 kg depending on variant and engine — gross weight minus kerb weight. The build, water, gear and passengers all come out of that number.
Are there ready-made Volkswagen Crafter camper layouts or floor plans?
Yes — the VanPlot gallery has ready-made layouts on the Crafter body, each with a floor plan drawn to scale on the real interior. Open one in the planner and change it.
Which vans are the same as the Crafter?
The Crafter shares its body and dimensions with: MAN TGE.
Figures derived from manufacturer specifications; interior dimensions calibrated against published cargo volumes. Always verify against your actual vehicle — model years differ.
Plan your Crafter in 3D
Every variant on this page is in the planner with real wheel arches, wall taper and door apertures. Place the bed, watch the payload — before you buy the van.
Who makes this
I'm Vladimir. I'm planning my own conversion, and none of the tools I tried could tell me whether a layout would fit or what it would do to the rear axle, so I made this one. I work on it alone. If something's wrong or missing, write to me — the address goes to my inbox.
Vladimir Šterjoski