The 5th wheel vs travel trailer debate is an interesting one. Both sides have their pros and cons, and today, we’ll be breaking them down fully.

In general, 5th wheels are larger, more luxurious, and use a special hitch (and cost more). It sounds like travel trailers don’t have much of an advantage, but in reality, things like mobility, fuel economy, and of course price all go to travel trailers.

Let’s see how these two popular towables match up.

In this article, we’ll be going in-depth into both 5th wheels and travel trailers.

Ready to begin? Let’s get started.

5th Wheel VS Travel Trailer: Sveukupne prednosti i nedostatke

Oba peti točkovi and travel trailers are great choices depending on your situation. For example, if you want to be able to tow your RV with a wide variety of vehicles, then you might want to get a travel trailer. On the other hand, if you want something that’s more stable in windy weather, like on mountains, then a fifth wheel might be better suited for you.

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As you can see, there’s no clear winner between these two types of RVs. But fret not. We’ll explain fully all the factors you need to consider when choosing between these two RV types for you to easily make your choice.

Before we go into detail about their pros and cons, here’s a quick breakdown of both RV types.

5. kotači:

• Pros
  • Stabilan u vetrovitim uslovima
  • Može napraviti uske zaokrete
  • Prostrano
  • Imaju odvojeni spavaći i dnevni boravak
  • Viši
  • Još luksuznije
  • Više prostora za pohranu
  • Lakše spajanje

• Cons
  • Ograničen asortiman vučnih vozila
  • Skuplje
  • Loša efikasnost goriva

Putne prikolice:

• Pros
  • Širok asortiman vučnih vozila
  • Jeftinije
  • Bolja ekonomičnost goriva

• Cons
  • Manja stabilnost
  • Ne mogu napraviti uske zaokrete
  • Manji od 5. točkova
  • Dnevni i spavaći dio zajedno
  • Donji strop
  • Manje pogodnosti
  • Skladišni prostor manji
  • Teža spajanja

Now, let’s explore those pros and cons in depth!

Jednostavnost vuče

5th wheels place more weight over the towing vehicle’s rear axle and have a more streamlined shape. As a result, they tend to be more stable, with less swaying and bouncing. This makes them much easier to tow, as you don’t need to be as careful, especially on rocky terrains.

Mnogi sedli se takođe lakše vraćaju unazad jer položaj kuka sedla omogućava čvršće okrete u poređenju sa kukom za prikolicu.

Uz to, putne prikolice su naravno lakše, a postoje načini da se poboljša lakoća vuče. To uključuje uređaje za kontrolu ljuljanja i kuke za raspodjelu težine.

Another thing to consider is the vehicle towing your RV. Naturally, you’ll have a more limited range with 5th wheels because your tow vehicles need to have a higher towing capacity. Basically, you’ll need a pickup truck.

Također, imajte na umu da kamion težak pola tone možda neće uvijek moći da vuče sedlo. Automatski sam tako pretpostavio za svoj prvi peti točak i na kraju upao u velike probleme sa osiguravajućom kompanijom lol.

Vozljivost

Kao što je gore spomenuto, 5. kotači su teži i stabilniji. Ali njihova veća veličina ih čini težim za vožnju, baš kao što je teže voziti veće automobile.

Ako vam je vožnja izazov, 5. točak možda nije prikladan za vas. Međutim, također biste se odrekli glatkije vožnje i aerodinamike s kojom dolaze.

Cijena

Needless to say, fifth wheel trailers are more expensive. They’re bigger, more luxurious, and better constructed. On average, you can expect to pay anywhere from $30,000 to $200,000.

For travel trailers, you’ll be looking at $10,000 to $50,000.

Cost is definitely a huge factor. If you’re short on money, then the obvious choice is the travel trailer. Don’t forget to add in fuel costs too.

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Peti točkovi, sa svojim većim prostorom, uvek će biti bolji za život. Sve, od dnevnog boravka do spavaće sobe i kupatila, biće prostranije.

Što se tiče prostora, i sedla i prikolice za putovanja mogu primiti istu količinu ljudi.

You shouldn’t be deciding by group size, but rather how much luxury you want. Four people living in a 5th wheel will have much more space than four people in a travel trailer.

Dimenzije: dužina

Peti točkovi imaju tendenciju da budu duži, od 20-45 stopa, dok putne prikolice imaju tendenciju da budu u rasponu od 10-40 stopa.

However, even if the bottom part of a 5th wheel is the same length as that of a travel trailer, they’ll always have that iconic overhang. That extra space is invaluable, as it can be used for sleeping and storage. That also means your bedroom won’t be taking up extra space on your RV.

Kao takav, ako želite imati više prostora za hodanje naprijed-nazad, ili jednostavno želite veću dužinu, naginjali biste se petom točku.

Više nivoa

Another advantage of 5th wheels is tiered designs. You usually have a different level for the bedroom or bathroom. If you’re staying alone or as a couple, this might not be a huge deal. But for groups of friends or larger families, this added privacy can mean quite a lot.

Možda mu je jedina mana mobilnost. Oni koji imaju problema s dizanjem i spuštanjem mogli bi smatrati da je to vrlo nezgodno, a u tom slučaju je putna prikolica očigledan izbor.

Ušteda goriva

5th wheels no doubt use more fuel, not just for the 5th wheel itself, but the tow vehicle too. It’s probably not going to break the deal, but just something to keep in mind. Plus, there are ways to reduce the costs, such as maintaining the right tire pressure, or cruise control.

Visina stropa

Peti točkovi naravno imaju viši plafon. To znači da unutrašnjost ne samo da je mnogo prostranija, već imate i više slobode da okačite stvari kako bi se vaš RV osjećao više kao kod kuće. To mogu biti lepeze, ukrasi, pa čak i lusteri!

Uzimajući to u obzir, ova visina može dovesti do problema sa čišćenjem na mjestima s nisko visećim preprekama kao što su mostovi ili drveće. Viši centar gravitacije takođe smanjuje stabilnost kod RV vozila sa sedlom.

Nonetheless, due to the way fifth wheels are designed, they’re still more stable than travel trailers.

Luxury Amenities

5th wheels are supposed to be as good as it gets when it comes to towables. As such, it should be no surprise that you’ll often get much better amenities than travel trailers.

Some such amenities are dishwashers, entertainment systems, and washers./dryers. You’ll also get top-notch construction, such as granite countertops and hardwood floors.

But it’s also important to note that these all increase maintenance and energy costs too.

Skladišni prostor: ostava u podrumu i ostava na kamionu

The living space aside, fifth wheels also have some additional storage compartments that travel trailers don’t have.

The first is the basement storage area that’s below the raised section. This space is big enough to store large gear like bikes and kayaks.

Drugi je prostor u krevetu kamiona iznad kuke. Ovo je manji prostor, ali je dovoljan za odlaganje prtljaga, hladnjaka i kutija za alat.

Hook-Ups

Peti kotači su stabilniji kada su parkirani, tako da je spajanje lakše jer je manje neizvjesnosti.

The location of the hook-up also tends to be more convenient with fifth wheel RVs. It’s often on the driver’s side near the front, which is quite easy to access.

Skuplji sedli mogu imati i zaštitu od prenapona ili omekšivače vode. Ovo čini spajanje još jednostavnijim.

At the end of the day though, it still boils down to the model. Certain travel trailer models can be better than certain fifth wheels. It’s just that in general, fifth wheels tend to allow easier hook-ups.

5th Wheel VS Travel Trailer: koji je pravi za vas?

Now that we’ve gone over all the differences between both towables, it’s time to make your choice.

It really boils down to personal preference, but to make your choice easier, we’ll be going situation by situation and letting you know which we recommend for each one, starting with families.

Za porodice:

Obje opcije mogu funkcionirati, ali bih preporučio peti točak zbog boljeg prostora, privatnosti i sigurnosti.

Travel trailers are workable, but tend to be quite cramped. They also don’t allow for much movement space, which isn’t healthy for kids, or adults for that matter.

Still, travel trailers are the more wallet-friendly option. If you’re on a tight budget, you may have no choice but to get a travel trailer.

Ako volite boondocking, sedli su opet bolji izbor. To je zato što često imaju veće rezervoare za crnu, sivu i slatku vodu. Ovo vam omogućava da ostanete van mreže duži vremenski period.

Putne prikolice ipak imaju kućište zbog manje potrošnje energije i lakšeg održavanja, što ih čini jeftinijim za život.

Još jednom, sve se svodi na cijenu i udobnost. Možete ostati van mreže duže i uživati ​​u više luksuza sa sedlima, ali putne prikolice su pristupačnija opcija.

Za vuču:

Za vuču, prvo morate razmotriti vučno vozilo koje imate i da li ono može vući sedlo.

Ako vaše vozilo može vući i sedla i putničke prikolice, onda je sljedeća stvar koju treba uzeti u obzir su teret i putnici. Sedli točkovi će nametnuti ograničenja za teret i putnike u vašem vučnom vozilu.

If you’re fine with that, the last thing to consider is clearance. Are you fine with your fifth wheel having trouble passing through some bridges, tunnels, and low-hanging tree branches?

Kada prođete kroz sva ova razmatranja, odgovor da li nabaviti sedlo ili prikolicu za putovanje trebao bi biti sasvim jasan.

Za RV vozila s punim radnim vremenom:

Za puno radno vrijeme, odluka, opet, ovisi o cijeni. U suštini, želite li platiti više za luksuz ili trošiti manje i živjeti manje udobno?

This is a personal choice, but I’d advise you to start by reducing your possessions and joining RV communities for guidance and to make some friends who you can rely on on the road.

Naši savjeti za kupovinu RV-a

Prije nego što završimo, evo dva savjeta za kupovinu RV-a koji će vam pomoći na vašem putovanju:

1. Iznajmite prije kupovine: Ovo je najbolji način da zaista budete sigurni da li više volite 5. kotač ili prikolicu za putovanje, ili čak želite životni stil RV-a.
2. Buy second-hand: Second-hand RVs can be as good as new if taken care of properly. Just as with cars, a used RV can warrant you a huge discount. If you’re on a budget, this may be something you’re interested in. And even for those not on a budget, buying second hand will allow you to get something more luxurious than if you had bought a new RV.

Think long and hard, and don’t rush into the decision.

Once you’ve made up your mind, if you decide on a fifth wheel, you can check out our list of the najbolji RV-ovi sa petim kotačem. Inače, ako se odlučite za prikolicu za putovanje, možda biste željeli pogledati i našu listu najbolje marke putničkih prikolica.