Factors to Consider Before Buying a Truck Camper
A slide-in truck camper can be a great way to go camping or tour around the country. Compared to other types of RVs, truck campers are often easier to use and haul and cheaper to maintain. That being said, they aren’t always the best choice for every situation. To learn more about the pros and cons of truck campers, contact Mericle RV or stop by our location in Fort Lupton, Colorado, also serving Denver and Aurora.
Can Your Truck Handle it?
When searching for a truck camper, it is important to think carefully about your truck’s capabilities. Truck campers are often less expensive than other types of RVs. However, you need to make sure that your truck can actually handle the camper. Otherwise, you might end up needing to buy a new truck.
Some of the important factors to think about include the length of your truck bed, your truck’s fuel efficiency, the size of your engine and your truck’s towing capacity. This last factor is especially important since you need to make sure that your truck can handle the added weight of the camper. You can always upgrade your truck’s suspension to increase the amount of weight it can handle, but this will be another added expense you’ll need to take into account.
How Much Space Do You Need?
Choosing to go with a truck camper means you will be much more limited in terms of space than you would with a motorhome or larger travel trailer. Although truck campers tend to be more popular for couples and solo travelers, you can easily find models that can sleep anywhere from four to six people. Many higher end truck campers also feature pop-ups and slide-outs that can be used to increase your living and sleeping space.
How Do the Additional Expenses Compare to Other RVs?
One of the biggest reasons that many people choose a slide-in truck camper instead of a different RV is to save money. Colorado and most other states do not require truck campers to be registered or insured, which will definitely save you some money. The fact that truck campers don’t have an engine or even axles and wheels means they are also generally much cheaper to maintain. However, a slide-in camper will cause more wear and tear on your truck, which is something you’ll need to take into account. Hauling a truck camper will also reduce your truck’s fuel efficiency. Nonetheless, this effect is usually less with a truck camper than it is when towing a camp trailer.
Owning a truck camper can provide many benefits depending on your specific wants and needs. Still, it is important that you consider all of the various factors to determine whether a truck camper is your best option. For more information, contact Mericle RV. We are located in Fort Lupton, Colorado and also serve the cities of Denver and Aurora.