The Pros & Cons of Truck Campers
Truck campers have a unique place among RVs. They are not technically towed, yet they are also not self-contained. A truck camper, or slide-in, lies in the bed of a pickup truck, essentially converting it into a makeshift motorhome. These unique features make slide-ins perfect for some types of RV owner and unattractive to others. If you are not sure which category you fit into, The Outpost RV is here to help.
Pro: Versatility
Since a truck camper is not towed behind a pickup truck like some other RVs, this frees up the “tow vehicle” to tow other things. If you want to bring along extra cargo or a powersports vehicle on your RV trip but you think that a toy hauler would be too expensive, a truck camper is a good solution. As long as you do not exceed the tow vehicle’s maximum towing capacity, you can do as you please.
Pro: Low Maintenance
Truck campers are among the most simple RVs on the market, which makes them extremely easy to keep maintained. Without a hitching system or separate drivetrain to worry about, truck camper owners can go a long time without something needing to be repaired. While you should certainly never neglect maintenance, it is nice not to have to deal with as much complexity with your camper.
Con: Space Limits
Truck campers are very small. While this makes them easy to store, this also means that only a few people can travel in them comfortably. If you have a larger family or want to bring friends with you on your RV trip, a slide-in might not have enough room for everyone if you factor in luggage.
Con: Bad For People With Disabilities
It is very important that we do not forget people with disabilities. Accessibility is an important topic, and unfortunately truck campers do not offer many options for those with mobility issues. There simply isn’t much room in a slide-in, so those with disabilities may want to consider other RV types.
We here at The Outpost RV hope this information aids you in your search for the perfect RV. To view truck camper models, visit us at our dealership in Middlebury, Indiana and Kalamazoo, Michigan.