How To Select A 5th Wheel Camper

One of the most popular types of recreational vehicles is the 5th wheel camper. A 5th wheel camper allows for a separate camper, or trailer, to be towed along by just about any pickup truck or sports utility vehicle.

The 5th wheel camper is attached to the pickup truck through what is known as a fifth wheel coupling. This type of coupling is link between the camper and the towing pickup truck or sports utility vehicle.

The way this works is through the coupling pin, also known as a king pin, on the front of the camper and a horseshoe-shaped coupling hitch, also known as the fifth wheel, on the back end of the pickup truck or sports utility vehicle.

The use of a 5th wheel camper allows for camping enthusiasts to spend time with their friends and family, perhaps some of which do not really enjoy the idea of roughing it out in the wilderness. A 5th wheel camper, one of the most popular recreational vehicles, can offer all the comforts of home while out on the campsite.

To of the line 5th wheel campers offer air conditioning or heat, bathrooms with working toilets and showers, kitchens with working refrigerators, stoves, and ovens, satellite television, and some even have Internet connections available. Many RV parks today offer full hook ups for gas, propane, water, and electricity for such 5th wheel campers.

Many families choose to invest in a 5th wheel camper simply to save the time and energy of booking flights, worrying about hotels and accommodations, and food. While it is true that a 5th wheel camper can range in cost from $20,000 and $40,000 on average, in the long run, it can save a lot of money if the family chooses to travel a great deal.

Other than monetary reasons, a 5th wheel camper is a great way to spend quality time with the family on extended road trips. A 5th wheel trailer allows for a family to not only all enjoy a camping trip, but to enjoy each other as well.

Many families opt to take the 5th wheel camper out for the summer holidays and travel all along the country, to see the sights, and visit different nature reserves, parks, or RV resorts. This type of traveling can allow for plenty of learning about different areas and a chance to see almost every type of land within the United States.

There is no shortage of companies offering the 5th wheel camper for sale. Many companies have been in operation since the 1960s (or before) when camping and recreational vehicles began to grow in popularity.

Today, these manufacturers compete for customers by developing and designing fuel efficient and comfortable 5th wheel campers that are based on top-quality construction and engineering, design, and customer service. Some of these companies include Jayco Campers, Coleman Campers, Fleetwood Campers, Coachmen Campers, Bigfoot, and Alaskan.

Each of these manufacturers offer a variety of campers in addition to the 5th wheel camper, including the fold-down camper, motorhomes, and toy haulers. Do a little comparison shopping to decide which model and brand is best for you.