Estimates indicate that almost nine million people in the United States own some type of RV (recreational vehicle), that means nearly nine percent of the U.S. population enjoys some form of camping. The term RV encompasses all types of campers, travel trailers, and motorized RV’s.
There are a few types of Travel Trailers Des Moines IA manufactured today and they are the most common choice of RV on the road. These “homes on wheels” can be towed behind an automobile or truck and come in various lengths, styles, and optional accessories or extras. The following briefly describes the types of travel trailers and some of their pros and cons.
* Fifth Wheel Trailer -; This specialized type of travel trailer can only be towed by a pickup truck equipped with a specialized receiver known as a fifth wheel (or gooseneck) hitch. Fifth wheel trailers are spacious due to their multi-level design, rooms that slide-out, and tall ceilings. Despite their large size, they are surprisingly easy to handle and maneuver. The floor plan typically has the master bedroom located over the truck bed, slide-out rooms offer added seating, sleeping, or dining space, and the rear of the unit has a huge picture window. Browse Site of your local dealer for the many options available.
* Hybrid Trailers -; A marriage between a pop-up or tent trailer and a hard-sided trailer that offers a pull-out at the rear for additional sleeping space. Due to its lighter weight, it is capable of being towed behind SUV’s, minivans, and other 6-cylinder automobiles.
* Pop-ups -; Also known as tent campers or fold-down campers these familiar models have been around for many years, and for good reasons. They are durable, hard-working, and versatile, and often many families first purchase when venturing into the travel trailer world. They can be towed by nearly any vehicle and offer options such as hot water, AC, and toilets.
Travel Trailers Des Moines IA offer the main advantage of detaching from the towing vehicle. Since the travel trailer is not motorized there are less mechanical issues that can arise and therefore they maintain a higher resale value. Disadvantages include less maneuverability, especially when parking or backing up, versus a motorized RV, and towing another vehicle behind the travel trailer is illegal in many states.
