Did you know that during the pandemic, bookings on RV rental platforms spiked 70% because people are noticing the convenience of having a vacation while at the same time staying socially distanced when compared to a hotel stay? If you are looking into purchasing an RV and are curious about fifth wheel campers, you are in the right place. We have put together this short guide to share the top benefits of 5th wheel campers.
Keep reading to learn the main benefits of fifth wheel campers in our guide below.
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1. Stability
One of the main benefits of opting for a fifth wheel from a reputable company such as Keystone RVs is how much more stable these campers are when compared to other RVs such as travel trailers. The tow hitch weight is mainly directly over the rear axle of the tow truck which makes the tow a lot more stable. The fifth wheel becomes one with the truck which is why you will not really have to deal with swaying.
2. Tall Ceilings
If you prefer to have a lot more room when you are inside your RV, then a fifth wheel might be perfect for you because they have much higher ceilings than any other type of RV. If you are tall or do not like feeling cramped then you will appreciate the taller ceilings.
Just keep in mind that while the ceiling is higher in the living spaces it is not higher in the front area where the front hitch is. In this room (usually the bedroom) the ceiling is much lower because that room is placed above the hitch and there are always stairs leading up to that room.
3. More Slides
Fifth wheels tend to have a lot more slides giving you more room inside once you are parked in your camping spot. You can find anywhere from 3-5 slide outs. When you open these, you will have plenty of extra sq ft to hang out in. The reason that fifth wheels are able to handle more slides is that usually a slide will add about 800 pounds and other RVs such as travel trailers are not able to handle the weight due to the axles they have.
4. Bathrooms
If having an extra bathroom is a must then you will be glad to hear that fifth wheels tend to have at least 1.5 bathrooms if not 2. For those that have kids, having two bathrooms or at least two toilets is a really nice and convenient feature to have.
Ready to Go Shopping for Fifth Wheel Campers?
We hope that now that you are aware of the top benefits of fifth wheel campers you are feeling more confident about making an informed decision when choosing between the different types of campers.
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