Sprinter Capsules
Sprinter capsules expand the interior width of your van to up to 79.5 inches. That lets taller occupants over 6'3" sleep east-to-west. AVC RIG carries these Vanspeed capsules for Sprinter builders.
Why Choose Sprinter Capsules
This sideways sleeping layout creates much more usable interior space. It keeps the durability and platform-specific fitment Vanspeed is known for.
A bed that runs east-to-west takes up less of the van's length. That leaves more room for your galley, storage or garage. The added interior width is what makes the sideways bed possible for taller people.
Planning Your Build Around Sprinter Capsules
Capsules change the shape of your side walls, so plan for them early. Lock in your bed layout before you order walls, windows and trim.
- Pick your sleeping direction first. East-to-west sleeping is the main reason to add capsules.
- Finish the opening with the Sprinter 144 Vanspeed capsule trim ring pair.
- Browse more parts for your van in our Sprinter van conversion parts collection.
- Building a 144 or 170? See the Sprinter 144 and Sprinter 170 collections.
Sprinter Capsules Specs
- Driver-side capsule adds about 6.5" (5.75" with the trim kit)
- Passenger-side capsule adds about 5.0" (4.5" with the trim kit)
- Combined lateral gain of about 11.5" (10.25" with the trim kit)
- Fiberglass, gel-coated, ready for prep, primer and paint
- Designed in CAD and made in California
Fit, Install and What's Included
Vanspeed lists fitment for 2008+ Sprinter 144 and 170, plus 2014+ 170 EXT. The 170 capsules are not compatible with the middle factory window.
Install requires cutting the factory body panel. Vanspeed recommends a pro install unless you have metal fab experience. Detailed cutting and mounting instructions come with the kit. You get two capsules, three tubes of SikaFlex urethane and the hardware. 1033 bunk windows are included if you choose that option. See the Van Mart product page for more.
About Vanspeed
Vanspeed designs platform-specific capsules. You can learn more about the Vanspeed product line on their site. Questions about fitment for your Mercedes Sprinter? Reach out to AVC RIG before you order Sprinter capsules. We are happy to help you plan the interior width and layout for your build.
