CHOOSING BETWEEN A FIFTH WHEEL AND TRAVEL TRAILER

Ang aming kadalubhasaan sa ikalimang gulong at mga trailer ng paglalakbay 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.

Pagdating sa pagpili sa pagitan mga trailer ng paglalakbay vs 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.

PANITIKAN SA IYONG MGA PRAYORIDAD

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.”

Isaalang-alang kung paano mo pinaplanong gamitin ang iyong unit at kung paano mo gustong mag-camp. Gustong gumugol ng karamihan ng iyong oras sa labas? Siguro maaari mong iwanan ang mga karagdagang kampanilya at sipol sa loob ng iyong RV at hanapin mga kusina sa labas o mga sentro ng libangan. At muli, kung mayroon kang antsy grupo na gustong maraming opsyon para panatilihing abala ang lahat sa tag-ulan, mga dagdag sa loob maaaring ang tamang pagpipilian.

HOW YOU’LL TOW

Tulad ng para sa pagpili sa pagitan ng ikalimang gulong at mga trailer ng paglalakbay, ang pag-uusap ay nagsisimula sa paghila. Hindi tulad ng tradisyonal na bola at socket hitch ginagamit ng mga trailer ng paglalakbay, kumonekta ang ikalimang gulong sa a sagabal sa loob ng kama ng isang pickup. 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 ikalimang gulong vs trailer ng paglalakbay at basahin ang mga malalim na paliwanag ng mga timbang, koneksyon at lahat ng iba pang hahanapin kapag nagpapasya kung paano mag-tow.

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

MGA LONG HAULS O QUICK GETAWAYS

Ang ikalimang gulong ay perpekto para sa pinalawig na pananatili. Ang ikalimang gulong ay may ilan sa pinakamalaking kapasidad ng tubig, baterya at basura. Ito ay salamat sa pagpoposisyon ng lugar ng gooseneck sa itaas ng sagabal. Dahil dito, nangangailangan sila ng mas kaunting pangangalaga at atensyon habang nasa kalsada, bilang karagdagan sa pagbibigay ng karagdagang espasyo sa pamumuhay. Bagama't may mga pagbubukod, ang mga trailer sa paglalakbay ay maaaring mas mabilis na i-set up at ibagsak, sa pangkalahatan ay may mga system at kapasidad at mas angkop para sa madalas na paghinto o mas maiikling biyahe.

VARIETY NG FLOORPLAN

Ang mas maliliit na trailer ng paglalakbay ay natutulog ng dalawa, habang ang mga malalaking modelo ng bunkhouse ay natutulog ng hanggang sampu 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. 

PRIVACY AT MULTIGENERASYONAL NA Biyahe

Ang bi-level na konstruksyon ng isang fifth wheel 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.

MGA OPSYON SA KONSTRUKSYON

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.

LUGAR NG PAG-IMPORMASYON

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.

LUGAR NG BUHAY

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 maramihang slideout room (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.