Why understate the length

Mine is understated by inches.

Jayco-noslide wrote:
Many people like to think they are going "small" and the manufacturers know that. Sort of like getting a 32 waist size that's labled 30. Also a question of exactly what is measured. Learned to take along a tape measure when looking.

I agree. It’s a marketing strategy.
Everyone wants the most size but wants to tow something small or at least they think it is.
For a new RV shopper the model number is a little deceiving. IMHO.
Sure, when buying you should do your homework and we all know not to depend on a salesman.
Example. A buddy and I were looking at a large truck camper with a dry weight well into the 4000 lb range and closer to 6000 lbs wet/loaded. Salesman said he could carrying it on his 01 Ford 250 diesel. Truck has a payload around 2000 lbs.
When I called him on it, it pointed to the camper weight on the data plate showing mid 2000 range. First I had to explain that was KGs not pounds and the increase with options, fluids and personal items. A little frustrating when they should be professional and know their product.
Must do your homework.

I don’t think the model number is the length.

No correlation between the model number and actual length. Look at the actual specs.

Did you assume it was 28' because of the model number or did the dealer tell you it was 28 feet? You know what they say about assume.

A model number is a model number, not necessarily the length.

jodiesel2 wrote:

Jayco-noslide wrote:
Many people like to think they are going "small" and the manufacturers know that. Sort of like getting a 32 waist size that's labled 30. Also a question of exactly what is measured. Learned to take along a tape measure when looking.

HA! I wish I could fit in a 32....

I measured the inside at 31' 7". Still quite away from 28. Doesn't really change anything. I was just surprised when I measured for a cover. When I purchased I was more concerned with the maximum trailer size and tongue weight my rig could handle.

The model # does not designate the length.

The model numbers have not reflected the length in many many years. My 10 yr old 3075RL is 34'-8" long king pin to rear bumper according to specs.

Jayco-noslide wrote:
Many people like to think they are going "small" and the manufacturers know that. Sort of like getting a 32 waist size that's labled 30. Also a question of exactly what is measured. Learned to take along a tape measure when looking.

HA! I wish I could fit in a 32....

I measured the inside at 31' 7". Still quite away from 28. Doesn't really change anything. I was just surprised when I measured for a cover. When I purchased I was more concerned with the maximum trailer size and tongue weight my rig could handle.

Many people like to think they are going "small" and the manufacturers know that. Sort of like getting a 32 waist size that's labled 30. Also a question of exactly what is measured. Learned to take along a tape measure when looking.