If you’re looking to go on a trip around the country and you feel like hotels and resorts may leave a big dent in your pocket, truck campers might be just the solution for you. They are convenient mobile homes that you can hook up to the bed of your full-size or mid-size truck.
If you do not know what to look for, finding that perfect truck camper can be rather difficult. There are several important features that you need to make sure to look out for as you select the right camper for you, including dry and gross vehicle weight, the dimensions, its floor plan, the water tank capacities, the indoor and outdoor storage space available, and so on.
Hitting the road shouldn’t mean giving up the luxuries you have become accustomed to enjoying in a stationary home. Getting the right set of features will also mean getting the right value for the money you spend on a unit. Some of these luxury features include the presence of an entertainment system, the size of the fridge, and the bathroom size. In this article, all these features and more were compared to come up with a list of 13 of the best truck campers available to you, whether you are looking to buy or rent.
2021 Lance 975
This unit is an upgrade from the 2020 model, and it is filled with more new features to give it more value. You can sleep a maximum of four people in this unit. It has a long truck bed size whit a queen-sized mattress fitted in there.
There are some cupboards with sliding doors for you to store some clothes and equipment. Also, one side of the bed has a nightstand and the other has a platform next to the window. Also, a skylight in this area ensures that you have as much natural light getting in as possible. There is also a pull-down table that becomes a bed when there is a need. The dinette sits around six people and can convert to a bed.
The floor plan places the kitchen at the rear, as is with most truck campers. It is furnished with modern stainless-steel appliances like the five-cubic-foot refrigerator that runs on gas, electricity, and battery power. You also have a convection microwave and for your cooking, you have a three-burner cooktop with an oven underneath. This region has a stainless-steel backsplash that is easy to clean.
The pantry and other cabinets are constructed from European plywood, which is lighter but offers the same integrity and strength.
The dry bath on this unit is also pretty impressive. At the sink, you have a large mirror and plenty of counter space. You also have a cabinet that can store extra towels and toiletries. The shower/tub combo is separated from the rest with a curtain and it uses a standard showerhead.
Key features
- Dimensions: 19 ft 5 in x 8 ft x 9 ft with an interior height of 6.7 ft.
- 3,499 pounds of dry weight.
- 45-gallon fresh water, 30-gallon gray, and 26-gallon black water tank capacities.
- 1 power-retractable awning.
- 20,000 BTU furnace.
- Long truck bed size.
- 2 LPG tanks with 5 gallons capacity.
- 2500-watt on-board generator.
2021 Host Yukon 11.5 Truck Camper
For someone with a small family or a small group of campers, I would suggest considering it. This unit can comfortably offer sleeping space for a maximum of 5 people.
The living area has a pair of recliner seats with cup holders. There is also a couch with a small table mounted to it. In the bedroom area, you have a walk-around queen-sized bed. On either side, you have a small closet with mirrored doors and a nightstand. The couch can be used as a bed, but for only one person.
The kitchen is right next to the door and in there, you have a double sink that sits atop a solid countertop. There is also a flip-up counter to give you more space for meal preps. Next to them, you have a three-burner cooker which, unfortunately, does not have an oven included. To make up for this, you have a convection microwave that can do the same thing. For cold foods and perishables, you have a standard two-door fridge and freezer.
You can enter the bathroom from two entrances: one in the bedroom, and one in the living area. A solid door bars the living room entry and screened pocket doors separate the shower and the bedroom. In there, you have a lot of storage room for medicine and anything else you might want to keep in there. The shower and tub combo is also separated from the rest of the shower by a pocket door.
Key features
- Dimensions: 19 ft 3 in x 8 ft x 9 ft 5 in with an interior height of 6 ft 6 in.
- 3,955 pounds of dry weight.
- 65-gallon fresh water, 51-gallon gray, and 32-gallon black water tank capacities.
- 1 power-retractable awning.
- 25,000 BTU furnace.
- Long truck bed size.
- 2 LPG tanks with 5 gallons capacity.
- Electrical fireplace and entertainment system.
2020 Eagle Cap 1200
This unit falls on the heavier side of the scale and you will need at least a three-quarter-ton truck to tow it. The weight is a small price to pay considering the spacious floor plan that the unit offers. It has a sleeping capacity of up to six people.
The unit can have either a pair of theatre-style seats that have TV dinner tables or a dinette. There is also a couch in the living area that can be slept on. The bedroom can accommodate a queen or a king-sized bed with plugins and closets on each side.
The kitchen has all you need to fix meals for you and the gang all through your trip. The double sink is perfect for washing and rinsing and it comes with a pair of covers that can be used as cutting boards. If you choose to use them this way, I would advise you to use the bottom side so that they maintain their aesthetic.
Like most truck trailers, it has a three-burner cooker with a small oven below it and a convection microwave oven above it. There is also plenty of storage space and cabinets in the unit.
The bathroom has a dry bath layout and although it is small, it maintains its functionality. This bathroom has two entry doors, one from the living area and one from the bath. The sink is in the shower area, and in addition to it, you have a ledge for placing your shampoo and toiletries. There is also a medicine cabinet and another cabinet for storage.
Key features
- Dimensions: 21 ft 3 in x 8 ft 6 in x 9 ft 4 in with an interior height of 6 ft 4 in and the floor is 11 ft 11 in long.
- 4,930 pounds of dry weight.
- 66-gallon freshwater, 34-gallon gray, and 34-gallon black water tank capacities.
- 1 power-retractable awning.
- 3 slide-outs.
- Long truck bed size.
- 40 pounds propane gas tanks capacity
- 300-watt capacity solar power generator.
- Full-size closet.
2020 Northwood Wolf Creek 850
Northwood is a well-known name in the mobile home industry thanks to the high-quality RVs that they release year after year, and the Wolf Creek 850 does not fall short.
In the living area, you have a bench-style dinette with a jack-knife couch that makes into a bed. Above it, there is a board that can become a bunk bed at night and storage cabinets by day. The bedroom has a privacy curtain separating it from the rest of the camper. In there, you have a queen-size bed and cabinets, lights, and charging outlets on either side.
In the kitchen, you can keep your meat fresh in the compact-sized fridge/freezer combo. For cleaning your dishes and vegetables, you have a deep, round, stainless steel sink with a two-tap faucet. There is also a light three-burner cooktop with a glass cover that also functions as a backsplash. This unit has no cooking oven so you have to use the convection microwave. You also have a pantry for your dry food.
This unit has a wet bath setup, so all the features in the bathroom are on one floor. It has pocket doors to give you privacy. In there you have a porcelain toilet with a skylight and a vent on the ceiling. There is also a hot and cold outside shower for rinsing off excess dirt.
The entrance has a screen door for privacy and keeping the bugs out.
Key features
- Dimensions: 16.17 ft x 8 ft x 7.58 ft with an interior height of 6.5 ft.
- 8.67 ft truck bed length.
- 3,499 pounds of dry weight.
- 45-gallon fresh water, 30-gallon gray, and 26-gallon black water tank capacities.
- 1 power-retractable awning.
- 20,000 BTU furnace.
- Long truck bed size.
- 2 LPG tanks with 4.7 gallons (20 pounds) capacity.
2019 Palomino Backpack HS8801
The aluminum body on this unit makes it super lightweight. It was designed to be towed by a 6-foot or an 8-foot box truck. Also, its weight allows for it to be towed by a minimum three-quarter-ton vehicle.
This unit has linoleum flooring, which is both attractive and easy to clean. In the living area, you have a dinette that has a spin table and it can drop down to make an extra bed.
In the bedroom, you have a 60 by 80 queen size bed with wardrobe cabinets on each side. Above it, you have some speakers and a vent on the ceiling.
The kitchen features a double sink made out of porcelain. It is not as deep, though. The faucet has both hot and cold taps. The water is heated by a tankless water heater system. For your cooking, you have a three-burner cooker and an oven below. Also, you have a fast and efficient convection microwave. Above the cooker, you have a fan in the hood vent to prevent the camper from getting too hot as you cook.
This truck has both an indoor and outdoor shower. The outdoor one has both hot and cold water settings. The indoor bath has a small step to let you in. It uses a wet bath setup and there is a porcelain foot flush toilet.
Key features
- Dimensions: 18 ft x 8.17 ft x 7.17 ft.
- 8.17 ft truck bed length.
- 2,594 pounds of dry weight.
- 31-gallon fresh water, 8-gallon gray, and 7-gallon black water tank capacities.
- 2 power-retractable awnings.
- 4-foot long truck bed size.
- 1 LPG tank with 4.7 gallons (20 pounds) capacity.
2019 Rugged Mountain Polar 860
This unit also falls in the four-season camper category. This is thanks to the heated water tanks that have insulation. It can sleep around 2 to 4 people.
The sleeping area has a privacy curtain and a queen-sized bed. Also, there are hanging closets on each side of the bed. There is a dinette in the living room and it can make into a bed. The lights above this area are touch lights, a nice touch.
The kitchen has a double stainless-steel sink and the cover is made out of three-eighth inch plywood with PVC lamination, which makes a nice chopping board. You can make three meals at once with the cooktop. The front one is the strongest with 9,500 BTU. You also have an oven for baking and a convection microwave. The fridge/freezer combo is five cubic feet large and it runs on gas and electricity.
The outside shower has both hot and cold settings and a courtesy light for when it gets dark. The indoor one is a standard wet bathroom. On top, you have a skylight and an optional fan for circulation.
Key features
- 8.67 ft truck bed length.
- 3,120 pounds of dry weight.
- 36-gallon fresh water, 24-gallon gray, and 26-gallon black water tank capacities.
- 1 power-retractable awning.
- 2,500-watt generator.
- Long truck bed size.
- 2 LPG tanks with 9.4 gallons (40 pounds) capacity.
2020 Northwood Arctic Fox Camper 992
This is yet another model by Northwood. It has a maximum sleeping capacity of four people. The living space has a dinette that is built on a slide-out on the driver’s side. It is a booth-style dinette that can seat four and make into a six-foot bed for one.
The bedroom has a queen-sized bed with lots of storage space and on each side, you have a USB outlet and a 110V socket.
In the kitchen, you have a freezer and fridge by Norcold, which runs on gas or electricity. Next to it, you have a pull-out pantry with adjustable shelving for your cereals and dry foods. You also have a second pantry and additional cabinets and drawers.
Fix up meals for your family and friends on the three-burner Furion cooktop. Under it, you have a 1.27-foot deep oven with a glass door so you can check on your baking. The kitchen sink is a one-piece, stainless steel farm-style one. There is also a skylight in this area as well as in the bedroom.
This unit has a dry bath layout. In there, you have a porcelain foot flush that’s easier to clean. You also have a vanity and a cabinet for more storage. The door to the bathroom has a couple of towel racks on the inside. For showering, you will use the shower/tub combo that has a skylight above it.
Key features
- Dimensions: 17.83 ft x 8.08 ft x 10 ft with an interior height of 6.58 ft.
- 10.17 ft truck bed length.
- 3,235 pounds of dry weight.
- 46-gallon fresh water, 39-gallon gray, and 37-gallon black water tank capacities.
- One 9.8-foot power-retractable awning.
- 11,000 BTU furnace.
- One power-retractable slide-out.
- 2 LPG tanks with 14 gallons (60 pounds) capacity.
2020 Host Everest 11.5 Triple Slide Truck Camper
This unit has a spacious floor plan thanks to the three slide outs. This makes it possible for it to offer sleeping space to a maximum of 5 people. In the living space, you have the option of getting a full couch, a small couch and a wardrobe, and a full wardrobe. The couch pulls out into additional sleeping space.
The dinette also converts into a bed. The master bedroom also offers multiple bed choices. You can opt for a king-size bed with nightstands, a king bed, and a partial cupboard, or a queen-size bed with a large cupboard and a partial one.
A feature I liked on this camper was the amount of storage space offered in the kitchen area by pantries, overhead cabinets, and drawers. The 8-cubic-foot fridge and freezer are ideal for foods and drinks. Cleaning up is also faster and easier with the double basin sink, although one basin is a lot smaller and shallower than the other.
The counter space is a bit limited, so there is an extension to give you more working room. You can cook on the three-burner cooktop but unfortunately, this unit does not have an oven. In its place, you can use the convection microwave oven.
There are two entry doors into the bathroom in there, you have a large vanity and medicine cabinet. The toilet is a porcelain foot flush model and my favorite part about it and the unit, in general, was the large shower area. There, you have enough space to shower even as a tall person with the overhead skylight.
Key features
- Dimensions: 19 ft 3 in x 8 ft x 9 ft 5 in with an interior height of 6 ft 6 in.
- 4,500 pounds of dry weight.
- 65-gallon fresh water, 51-gallon gray, and 32-gallon black water tank capacities.
- 1 power-retractable awning.
- 25,000 BTU furnace.
- Long truck bed size.
- 60-pounds LP-gas capacity.
- 6-gallon DSI water heater.
- Three power-retractable slide outs
2020 Adventurer Next Generation 86FB
This unit fits both short bed and long bed trucks alike. It can be towed by a three-quarter-ton or higher. When it comes to accommodating, this unit can sleep three people.
The dinette area is the first section after the door. It can sit around four and become a bed for one. Above it, there is a stereo system and plenty of overhead cabinets. In the bedroom, the bed has a fabric-covered king-size mattress. There are also some storage closets and cupboards.
Across from the dining area is the kitchenette. There, you have a deep, double-bowl stainless steel sink. The solid countertops on this one are larger than on most truck campers. There is also a deep oven and an optional convection microwave. For ice cream, sodas, and beers, you have a 7-cubic-foot fridge and freezer. A cool touch that I enjoyed was the attractive backsplash that stands behind the three-burner cooker.
The floor plan uses a front bath, and this camper has one of the largest wet baths. In there. You have a vanity and medicine cabinet next to the shower. The showerhead is nickel-plated and there are a skylight and an LED light.
Key features
- Dimensions: 16 ft 5 in x 8 ft x 8 ft 10in with an interior height of 6 ft 6 in.
- 2,646 pounds of dry weight.
- 42-gallon fresh water, 31-gallon gray, and 31-gallon black water tank capacities.
- 1 power-retractable awning.
- 2,500-watt generator.
- 6-gallon DSI water heater.
- 2 LPG tanks with 9.4 gallons (40 pounds) capacity.
2020 Lance 1062
As a result of the slide outs, this unit is more spacious than other truck campers looked at. Although this does not increase the sleeping count, it ensures you don’t feel congested. The number of people this unit can sleep is 4.
It has a queen-sized bed with an entertainment system and a TV on a swivel mount. When turned, you can see it from the dinette, which is in another slide out. It can seat four people and host one for the night.
The kitchen is on the slide-out on the driver’s seat. There, you will notice plenty of storage space in overhead cabinets, drawers, and shelved pantries. There is also ample space for placing things and meal prep on the large solid countertop. The American stone cast sink basin also has a cover to give more space. The 6-cubic-foot refrigerator will help keep your milk fresh as you travel the country and you can make meals on the three-burner cooktop.
In this truck camper, the bathroom has a dry bath concept. In there, you have a shelved cabinet for some bathroom necessities. Also, you have a porcelain sink on a solid and spacious countertop, which is accompanied by a vanity mirror and a medicine cabinet. The shower area has a small garden tub. There are also shower rods that you can use as hanging racks when you are not showering.
Key features
- Dimensions: 20 ft x 8 ft x 9 ft with an interior height of 6 ft 7 in.
- 8.67 ft truck bed length.
- 3,613 pounds of dry weight.
- 45-gallon freshwater, 27-gallon gray, and 22-gallon black water tank capacities.
- 1 power-retractable awning.
- 2 LPG tanks with 5 gallons capacity each.
- Two slide-outs.
2020 Travel Lite Super Lite 770RSL
One of the most eye-catching features of this unit is the vinyl floors that can pass as wooden floors. Another feature is the extensive storage shelving, cabinets, and cupboards with beautiful finishes. The cab section has a double bed above and a couch on each side under the cab. This brings the maximum sleeping count for this unit to 3.
The kitchen takes a small part of the RV, right next to the dinette. In there, you have a single-basin sink and a spray faucet with hot and cold settings. For bacon and eggs in the morning or to make another meal, you will enjoy the services of the two-burner cooktop. These sit atop a molded fiberglass countertop. The backsplash is also of this material.
Most of the appliances on the unit are made out of stainless steel, such as the convection microwave and the three-cubic-foot fridge and freezer combo. The fridge can run on gas, electricity, or battery power.
The bathroom on this one is unlike all the ones reviewed. It has no indoor toilet hence the lack of a black water tank. You would have to make use of a port-a-potty at the campsite. The bathroom only consists of a full-size dedicated shower and it has no sink. The shower has a garden-tub that you could step in, though.
Key features
- Dimensions: 12 ft x 7 ft 2 in x 7 ft 4 in with an interior height of 6 ft 6 in.
- 1,358 pounds of dry weight.
- 9-gallon freshwater, and 5-gallon gray water tank capacities.
- 1 power-retractable awning.
- 1 LPG tanks with 20 pounds capacity.
2019 Cirrus 720
The Cirrus brand is well known for its modern style in all their units and they did not disappoint on this one. The overhead cabinets are curved for this effect and the vinyl flooring adds on to it.
The dinette on the living space is not joined but it can still be used as a bed. In the bedroom area, you have a queen-sized bed and mattress. On each side, there are some cup holders and a few cabinets, a USB charging station, and a 110-power outlet.
The kitchen area is the first part of the trailer as you walk in. It has some entry closets with adjustable shelves for storage. The door itself also has some cubby compartments for small things. The countertop is not as large. However, the stainless steel kitchen sink and the two-burner cooktop both have glass covers so you have space when these are not in use. There is also a panel for you to watch and enjoy nature as you do some chores.
The bathroom in this unit also has a modern twist. The shower curtain also functions as the bathroom door when nobody is showering. There is also a heater so that you don’t get cold as you shower. There is also a ceiling fan above it. In addition to this one, we have an outside shower for washing off excess dirt.
Key features
- Dimensions: 15 ft x 7 ft 2 in x 7 ft 7 in with an interior height of 6 ft 6 in.
- 2,540 pounds of dry weight.
- 38-gallon fresh water, 32-gallon gray, and 18-gallon black water tank capacities.
- 1 power-retractable awning.
- 2,500-watt generator.
- Short truck bed size.
- 2 LPG tanks with 9.4 gallons (40 pounds) capacity.
- 9,200 BTU air conditioner.
- Dual pane windows.
2019 Palomino Backpack HS6601
It is a lighter model, weighing in slightly over 2,000 pounds with propane and water. It is recommended that it be towed by at least a 3/4 ton heavy-duty truck.
The maximum sleeping capacity on this unit is 4 people. The bedroom has a queen-sized spring mattress and a comforter. It is separated from the rest of the camper by privacy curtains. Also, there are some cushions to assist you when setting up your dinette to be a bed. The dinette can sit around five people for a meal or just quality time together.
The kitchen does not have much going on for this unit. For cooking, you have a two-burner stove. This camper lacks an oven, but the convection microwave is mounted under the cooker and it can serve the same purpose.
For cleaning the dishes and vegetables, you have a single-basin porcelain sink with a hot and cold water tap. You should also know that the kitchen sink does not drain into the gray water tank. Instead, it drains into a basin with a plug. You can then drain this by connecting it to a tote tank or a sewer hookup. In addition to plenty of storage space, you can store more food in the compact-sized gas/electric fridge that has an icebox.
This is a wet bath shower setup and the shower area has a skylight above it. The toilet on this unit is not the conventional porcelain foot-flush. This is a cassette toilet that empties outside. the black tank that the toilet drains into can be pulled out when you need to empty it. The shower is the only one that drains into the gray water tank, which is situated right below it.
As you have seen, there are lots of truck campers in the market and all of them have different features. This might make choosing one to become overwhelming. At the end of the day, ensure you have made a purchase that meets all your needs and preferences and one that will give you a long time of service. Regardless of the model you settle for, I hope this article helps you to make your decision.
Key features
- Dimensions: 16.67 ft x 7.17 ft x 8.17 ft.
- 2,051 pounds of dry weight.
- 31-gallon fresh water, 8-gallon gray, and 6-gallon black water tank capacities.
- 2 power-retractable awnings.
- Aluminum body and fiberglass sidewall.
- 1 LPG tank with 4.7 gallons (20 pounds) capacity.
- Frameless windows.
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