RV Types

What is an RV?

A recreation vehicle, or RV, is a motorized or towable vehicle that combines transportation and temporary living quarters for travel, recreation and camping. The following are descriptions of the specific types of RV's to help you determine what your RV needs may be:

MOTORIZED:
	Motorhome (Class A):	Back to top
	A living unit entirely constructed on a specifically designed motor chassis to include temporary living amenities such as kitchen, living, and bath, fresh water holding tanks, waste water holding tanks, electrical hookups and city water hookups.  These homes away from home can measure anywhere from 20 to over 40 feet in length and gas or diesel, forward or rear-mounted engines propel these homes on wheels.
	Van Camper (Class B):	Back to top
	This is a panel type truck design with living amenities added by the RV manufacturer.   It may have any two of the following conveniences: sleeping, kitchen or toilet facilities.   Added roof extensions offer greater interior clearance and comfort over the stock van and they may have fresh water, LP gas and sewage capacities.
	Mini-Motorhomes (Class C):	Back to top
	Smaller motorized units built on an automotive manufacturers van/light pick-up chassis with cab attached.   These smaller motorized units offer many of the same facilities and luxuries as do the Class A's but with more maneuverability.  They usually measure 20-30 feet in length.
	Vehicle Conversions:        Vans, trucks or SUV's modified for transportation and recreation by a company specializing in customized vehicles.
TOWABLES:       A RV designed to be towed that provides temporary living quarters for recreational, camping or travel use.   These do not require permanent on-sitehookup and may provide kitchen, sleeping, and bathroom facilities.   They may also be equipped with the ability to store and carry fresh water & sewage.
	Travel Trailer:	Back to top
	Probably the most popular class of towable RV. This is a hard sided unit, spanning from 12-35 feet and is transported by means of bumper or frame hitch attached to the towing vehicle.  Most are equipped with electric and water capabilities on board as well as toilet facilities.  Self contained operation is possible with most travel trailers but may be connected to facilities at RV parks/ campgrounds for extended stays.       Light weight travel trailers have been introduced to accommodate the newer, smaller economy cars often aerodynamically designed to help reduce drag and strain on the smaller engines.
	Fifthwheel Travel Trailers:	Back to top
	This unit can be equipped the same as the conventional travel trailer but is constructed with raised forward section that creates a bi-level floor plan.   This style is designed to be towed by a vehicle equipped with a fifth wheel hitch.   These also have self contained facilities and offer many of the comforts of home.
	Tent Trailer or Folding Camping Trailer:	Back to top
	One of the smallest trailer, these appeal to many families as a bridge between tent camping and RVing.  This is a good first unit for families experienced in tenting but are looking for more of the amenities of an RV.