Does Length Matter?
I drove my first motorhome the other day on a test drive, it was a Itasca Meridian 35' diesel pusher. My question is, is there much difference in the feel or the driving of a 40'-45'? I only drove a t...
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Going straight down the highway, there is very little difference.
Having several thousands of miles in a Prevost 45' coach, with a tag axle, the tail swing is minimal, but the turning radius is much greater so your maneuverability on city roads, in fueling stations, and RV parks, is much different. A long overhang does affect tail swing but a shorter wheel base usually is more maneuverable because of a shorter turning radius. 90 degree turns, from one road to another, takes a lot more maneuverable room as the coach length increases.
Having several thousands of miles in a Prevost 45' coach, with a tag axle, the tail swing is minimal, but the turning radius is much greater so your maneuverability on city roads, in fueling stations, and RV parks, is much different. A long overhang does affect tail swing but a shorter wheel base usually is more maneuverable because of a shorter turning radius. 90 degree turns, from one road to another, takes a lot more maneuverable room as the coach length increases.
