MEMILIH ANTARA RODA KELIMA DAN TRAVEL TRAILER

Keahlian kami dalam roda kelima Dan travel trailers has taught us that people love towable campers because they don’t require engine maintenance, unlike motorized units. Eliminating the upfront cost of the engine can free up some budget for additional options on a towable unit. Plus, the sheer variety of sizes, prices, and floorplans is appealing. Plus, the ability to detach the tow vehicle for day trips or errands is also really convenient.

When it comes to choosing between travel trailers melawan 5th wheels, the differences aren’t as stark. Don’t think of it as fifth wheels being ‘better’ or travel trailers being ‘better’; it’s more about fit, which kind of trailer best suits how you want to travel. That brings us to a couple rules you should always follow when shopping for an RV.

TETAP PADA PRIORITAS ANDA

Decisions on things like interior décor and options may come down to weighing “wants” vs. “needs.” Vinyl seating, stain-resistant flooring, outdoor amenities, or residential-level décor may all make you say, “I want that,” but stay focused initially on the things that make you say, “We’ll definitely need that.”

Pertimbangkan bagaimana Anda berencana menggunakan unit Anda dan bagaimana Anda ingin berkemah. Suka menghabiskan sebagian besar waktu Anda di luar ruangan? Mungkin Anda dapat mengabaikan pernak-pernik tambahan di bagian dalam RV Anda dan mencari dapur luar or pusat hiburan. Namun, jika Anda memiliki sekelompok orang yang gelisah yang menyukai banyak pilihan untuk membuat semua orang sibuk di hari hujan, tambahan di dalam mungkin merupakan pilihan yang tepat.

HOW YOU’LL TOW

Mengenai pilihan antara roda kelima dan trailer perjalanan, pembicaraan dimulai dengan penarik. Tidak seperti kait bola dan soket tradisional digunakan oleh trailer perjalanan, roda kelima terhubung ke kaitan di dalam bak truk pikap. This gooseneck area up front gives fifth wheels a different shape than other trailers. Fifth wheels have a larger turning radius and some added stability when towing since the connection is centered over the truck’s rear axle and the center of gravity is closer to the tow vehicle.

If you already have a tow vehicle with one hitch or the other, your decision may be clear. Otherwise, you can learn more about what it’s like to tow a Roda kelima melawan trailer perjalanan dan membaca penjelasan mendalam tentang bobot, sambungan, dan segala hal lain yang perlu diperhatikan saat memutuskan cara menderek.

Now, let’s dig into some of the other practical differences between fifth wheels and travel trailers.

PERJALANAN JAUH ATAU PERJALANAN SINGKAT

Roda kelima ideal untuk menginap dalam waktu lama. Roda kelima memiliki kapasitas air, baterai, dan limbah yang paling besar. Hal ini berkat posisi area leher angsa di atas pengait. Hal ini membuat roda kelima memerlukan lebih sedikit perawatan dan perhatian saat di jalan, selain memberikan ruang hidup ekstra. Meskipun ada pengecualian, trailer perjalanan dapat lebih cepat dipasang dan dibongkar, umumnya memiliki sistem dan kapasitas, dan lebih cocok untuk pemberhentian yang sering atau perjalanan yang lebih pendek.

VARIASI DENAH LANTAI

Trailer perjalanan yang lebih kecil dapat menampung dua orang, sementara model rumah susun yang lebih besar dapat menampung hingga sepuluh orang comfortably. If there’s a particular layout or RV feature you’re looking for, inside or out, you can likely find it on one travel trailer or another. There are tons of weight options, varying from a few hundred pounds up to several thousand. Fifth wheels will always have their signature shape, giving them a smaller range of possible sizes and space. 

PRIVASI DAN PERJALANAN MULTIGENERASI

Itu konstruksi dua tingkat roda kelima allows for up to three distinct living spaces. You, the grandparents and kids can each have your own space. If you’re traveling with very young kids, there’s the bonus of allowing the kids to nap in one room or play video games without disturbing them as you go about your day. More and more travel trailers are available with bunkhouses that offer a similar feel.

PILIHAN KONSTRUKSI

In the case of many travel trailers, you’ll have a choice between aluminum and fiberglass sidewalls, an option you don’t always have when it comes to fifth wheels. Both aluminum and fiberglass RVs have their pros and cons. Aluminum models are usually cheaper, making them a good choice for new RVers, and easier to fix if they get damaged. Fiberglass RVs have flat walls that are easy to clean, and they are lighter and more aerodynamic, which can make them easier to drive.

RUANG PENYIMPANAN

Fifth wheels’ shape allows for more storage, inside and out. Their height and sometimes wider bodies allow you to find a great balance of living and storage space. You’ll often find more and deeper cabinetry and closets as well as large pass-through exterior storage that’s accessible from both sides of the coach. You can fit large outdoor gear for the campsite or activities in these exterior spaces. Since a travel trailer doesn’t hitch up to the bed of your truck, you always have the bed of your truck or SUV truck available for additional gear.

RUANG HIDUP

If you’re tall or looking for a lot of living space, the fifth wheel’s shape naturally allows for more height inside the coach and multiple levels with stairs. Fifth wheels are also available with beberapa ruang slideout (as many as five), which make for an even more open, residential experience. There’s often just a different feel when you walk inside travel trailers and fifth wheels for the first time.