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There are many kinds of RVs brands and many manufacturers that make them. Which one is suitable for you would depend on your goals and, of course, your budget. Some RVs are simple, like extra large vans with enough space for basic living accommodations. Others are luxurious, like the tour buses famous musicians use when they are on the road.

 

List of RV Brands

Fixed RVs

Class A Motorhome

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 These are the fancy ones. Imagine a bus that was converted into a mobile hotel suite home. RV manufacturers would make Class A motorhomes out of strong, heavy-duty frames similar to commercial bus or truck chassis that can fit an 18-wheeler. They usually come with a minimum of two slide-outs for extra space. The bedroom is usually at the back. The larger space Class As have means you can have larger RV mattress sizes. Below are some Class A brands and the mattress sizes they can have.

 

Brands Mattress Sizes
Newmar Dutch Star Class A Motorhome
King
Newmar Ventana Class A Motorhome
King
Entegra Asire Class A Motorhome
King
Tiffin Allegro Bus Class A Motorhome
Queen
Entegra Anthem Class A Motorhome
King

 

However, because of their large size and weight, Class A tends to have the lowest fuel economy out of all the RV types. You also need to have exceptional driving skills to handle these mansions on wheels. Their large size makes them impractical for everyday use too. You will not be driving a Class A motorhome to do your grocery run. Thus, not only are Class As pricey to get, they are also pricey and difficult to maintain. Professionals who go on tours, such as performers, usually opt for this kind of RV because (1) it is comfortable and (2) they can afford it.

 

Class B Motorhome

rv brands Class b motorhome

 Class A motorhomes focus more on comfort and luxury. On the flipside, Class Bs give more importance to practicality. Class Bs are smaller, more streamlined, and more fuel efficient. Camper manufacturers usually make Class B motorhomes from automotive vans or panel trucks. However, the bigger emphasis on practicality does not mean Class Bs are uncomfortable. These smaller RVs are also appropriately called camper vans. They are still basically vans, but instead of passenger seats at the back, they have compact but still comfortable living amenities like a kitchen, restroom, TV and entertainment, and a bedroom. Since Class Bs are the size of regular vans, you can use them as an everyday vehicle.

 

Brands Mattress Sizes
Leisure Travel Unity Class B Motorhome
Queen Murphy Bed, Walk-Around Island Bed, Double Twin Bed
Coachmen Galleria Class B Motorhome
Power Folding Sofa that Converts to King Bed
Pleasure-Way Plateau Class B Motorhome
Power Folding Sofa that Converts to King Bed or a Twin Bed
Pleasure-Way Lexor Class B Motorhome
Power Folding Sofa that Converts to King Bed or a Twin Bed
Airstream Interstate Nineteen
Power Folding Rear Seats that Converts to Two Twin Beds or One Large King Bed

 

Class C Motorhome

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Although Class Cs are further down the alphabet, it does not mean they are a “lower” RV class than Class B or Class A. Class Cs are like a fusion between Class As and Class Bs. Like Class As, RV manufacturers make Class Cs from truck or van chassis. Many have an overhang that extends over the cab. This area usually serves as a sleeping room. Class Cs have a fuel efficiency between that of Class As and Class Bs. The amenities are similar to that of Class A, but less focus on luxury and more on practicality and simplicity. Although Class Cs are smaller than Class As, they are still massive and are impractical for everyday driving.

 

Brands Mattress Sizes
Winnebago View Class Motorhome
Queen Murphy Bed
Coach House Platinum III 250 ST
Power Folding Rear Seats that Converts to Twin Beds
Forest River Forester 2401Q
Slide-Out Queen Bed
Tiffin Wayfarer Class C Diesel Motorhome
Two Twins Beds that Converts to a King Bed
Dynamax Isata 3 Series Class C Motorhome
Queen Bed

 

Towable RVs

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The first three kinds of RVs so far have the cab attached to the home. Towable RVs, as the name suggests, are RVs where the “home” portion is separate like a trailer. If you are thinking of getting a towable RV, you need to have a powerful vehicle like a pickup truck first. A run-of-the-mill sedan will suffer trying to pull these RVs.

 

Travel Trailers

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Travel trailers are, well, trailers that have been custom out to be a mobile home. RV manufacturers make travel trailers from standard trailer frames. Travel trailers have the essential living amenities such as a kitchen dinette, bathroom, and bedroom. They can range from simple to luxurious.

 

Brands Mattress Sizes
Airstream Flying Cloud
Twin Beds or Queen Beds
Grand Design Rv Imagine
Standard Queen Bed or Murphy Queen Bed
Oliver Legacy Elite 2
Two Twin Beds and/or Rear Dinette Area that Converts to a 75 Inch by 79 Inch Bed
Winnebago Minnie Drop
60 Inch by 74 Inch or 48 by 74 Inch or 54 Inch by 74 Inch Bed
Winnebago Minnie Drop
Walk-Around Queen Bed (Plus Smaller Double Bunks)

 

Fifth Wheel Campers

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Fifth wheel campers are the largest among the towable RVs. Their name stems from the fifth wheel hitch to which you attach your vehicle. A pickup truck is the vehicle of choice for pulling fifth wheel campers. Fifth wheel campers have an overhanging section that goes over the cargo bed of your pickup truck, and the fifth wheel hitch is at the base of this section. This overhanging section is typically a sleeping area like in Class C motorhomes.

 

Brands Mattress Sizes
Redwood RV Redwood Fifth Wheel
King or Half King
DRV Luxury Suites Mobile Suites Fifth Wheel
King
Grand Design Solitude Fifth Wheel
Queen or King or 54 Inch by 72 Inch Bed
Heartland Bighorn Fifth Wheel
King
Keystone Avalanche Fifth Wheel
70 Inch by 80 Inch Bed

 

Toy Haulers

Some people call toy haulers as sport utility RVs. They get their name because RV manufacturers make toy haulers to accommodate gear and outdoor “toys” like motorcycles, snowmobiles, ATVs, etc. Toy haulers have heavy-duty doors that act as ramps for your gear. These are perfect for outdoor enthusiasts with an adrenaline rush. Toy haulers tend to not have the same luxury as the other towable RVs, but they offer just enough of the basics to have a comfortable experience. Hauling toys is their first purpose while living accommodations are second. However, some brands make fancy toy haulers. After all, if you can afford your toys, you can afford a fancy RV. Although toy haulers are mostly towable, some also come as motorized RVs.

 

Brands Mattress Sizes
Keystone Montana High Country 381TH
Queen
Keystone Raptor 425TS
King
Winnebago Spyder 24FQ
Queen
Crossroads RV Altitude SL ATL 225
Queen
Jayco Talon 413T
Queen

 

Teardrop Trailers

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As the name suggests, teardrop trailers are trailers or campers that are shaped like teardrops.  They are small and compact, so they only carry the essentials. These campers are perfect for the casual nature enthusiasts who enjoy adventures, but perhaps not to the extent of the hardcore ones. The simplest teardrop trailers are just mobile bedrooms. The larger ones have a kitchen, dining area, and restroom. Even with these extra amenities, the smaller size of teardrop trailers makes driving with them easier than the larger towable and even fixed RVs. You do not need a truck or an SUV to tow teardrops, just an appropriate ball hitch. Their lighter weight also means you can bring them tow them through more rugged terrain. Fancier RVs are more suited for campgrounds. Besides function, teardrops also have aesthetics going for them. They give off a 70s retro or vintage vibe that appeals to some people.

 

Brands Mattress Sizes
Timberleaf Classic Teardrop Trailer
57 Inch by 80 Inch Custom (Colorado Queen)
Xtreme Outdoors Little Guy Mini MAX
Queen or Two Twins
NuCamp Tab 400 Teardrop Camper
Queen
Polydrop Trailer
48 Inch by 75 Inch
Escapod 2019 Topo Series Trailer
Queen

 

Pop-up Campers

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These campers get their name from the canvas sides that extend or “pop up” to provide more space. Pop-ups are even more basic than teardrops. They are therefore perfect for the occasional camper. Like teardrops, pop-ups are compact and light so you do not need a powerful vehicle and exceptional driving skills to haul them. They also have the bare essentials. Pop-ups are like tent-RV hybrids, so you get the similar mild protection that many tents offer.

 

Brands Mattress Sizes
Starcraft Comet
Queen
Sylvan Sport GO
72 Inch by 34 Inch
Livin Lite Quicksilver 8.0
Two 48 Inch by 84 Inch Beds
Forest River Flagstaff
48 Inch by 80 Inch or 60 Inch by 80 Inch
Jay Sport Camping Trailer
42 Inch by 80 Inch, 54 Inch by 80 Inch, 60 Inch by 80 Inch, 70 Inch by 80 Inch, 54 Inch by 80 Inch

 

NOTE: Besides the spaces that are meant for the beds themselves, some RVs brands may have extra spaces that have multiple functions, including serving as bunk areas. These ones can have irregular shapes besides the typical rectangular bed. Some RVs also have dining and lounge areas that can be converted into sleeping areas with the right attachments or accessories. Check with the RV manufacturers and the different floorplans they offer to see if a certain model can accommodate more people for sleeping.

 

Conclusion

Connecting with nature is great, but there are some comforts of modern living that are difficult to detach from, and that includes sleeping on a comfortable bed. Sure, if you are camping alone, you may not mind sleeping on the ground. But if you are with your family, your kids or spouse may not be so inclined to roll in a sleeping bag on dirt and grass. Your next best bet is an RV. Whether you are a hardcore nature lover, weekend warrior, or an occasional nature adventurer, there is an RV for you. Your options range from mobile mansions to mobile bedrooms. With the many types of RVs and RV brands, you can definitely find one that fits your needs but will not break your bank.