Different Types of RVs
Posted on Aug 22nd 2015
RV is available in many types. There is a wide assortment for you to select from. There are several different types of new and used travel trailers and RVs available for people to enjoy traveling around by road for vacation or retirement finding the right recreational vehicle can make a big difference in enjoyment level.
If you're thinking about becoming an RV rider, your first step is to determine what kind of RV best suits you. There are hundreds of different makes, models, styles and floor plans with even more options. The major categories of RVs are: Motorized - Class A Motor home, Class B Motor home, Class C Motor home; Towable - Fifth Wheel, Travel Trailer, Pop-Up Trailer and finally the Truck Camper. Every RV type offers a Toy Hauler version for carrying ATVs, golf carts, motorcycles, etc but 5th wheels and travel trailers are the most common
The big difference in many RVs is whether you need to tow it or not. This can be seen in the difference between campers and motor homes versus travel trailers like 5th wheels and pop up tent trailers. Depending on each individual’s needs and situation, one or the other will be more appropriate. For those that don't want to bother with another vehicle or don't want to deal with hitches and setting up a trailer, a camper or motor home may be the best choice. However, the costs are much more for these.
A motor home is the type of RV that is like the tour buses that have all amenities and usually require a different license to be driven. These are often big and sometimes hard to maneuver in corners and turns. This is the drawback to having a vehicle that is fully self-contained.
A camper is usually a smaller version of a motor home. They can have a full kitchen, bathroom and beds. Sometimes there are shells that can be mounted on existing trucks that can handle the capacity. This will allow them to access the area only when not moving. This is unlike a motor home. But, the cost is usually much less.
As for travel trailers, the most popular are the hitch towed ones that come in all shapes and sizes from lightweight teardrop styles to large 5th wheel haulers. People that can't afford a big motor home or don't have room to park it at home will opt for a travel trailer that can be towed behind a capable truck on a ball or receiver hitch. These can be more convenient depending on the needs of the family.
For those that want an alternative to camping tents, there are tent trailers that are very lightweight and can be pulled by normal cars like sedans and even hatchbacks. These will pop up with mesh siding to provide a sleeping, dining, and table area for campers that don't want to sleep on the ground. There is a style, size, and price range for every budget and recreational need. For those starting out a pop up tent trailer may be the obvious choice as opposed to a full on motor home or heavy duty fifth wheel travel trailer.
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