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packpe89
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Dec 06, 2017

Does a lower profile tow better? NOT a mileage Question

Not concerned about Mileage.

I'm looking for a new to me Travel trailer (2010 or newer). I plan to use my 2014 F150 as a TV. It's specs are 1400# payload, CC, 4wd, EB 3.5, integrated brakes and 6.5'bed.

Only one kid still at home for a couple of years, so don't plan on a bunkhouse just a fold out or convertible table for a 6' kid. Travel 3-5 times a year 100-300 miles and once every 4-5 years cross country trips.

I'm looking to stay around 5500# and 28'. I've seen a couple of local used models that are lower profile and more aerodynamic (Cougar X-Lite and a Keystone Vantage). Their dry weights are 6200-6300#'s. Should I consider them as well? I'll use a WDH/Sway system.

Thanks
  • packpe89 wrote:
    I'm looking to stay around 5500# and 28'. I've seen a couple of local used models that are lower profile and more aerodynamic (Cougar X-Lite and a Keystone Vantage). Their dry weights are 6200-6300#'s. Should I consider them as well?


    No difference at all ... tow any full height travel trailer and +/- 10 mpg would be about average.
  • My suggestion from 5 different trailers is to get the one with the floor plan that best fits your needs.....and forget about mileage. Good mileage when towing an RV just isn't going to happen.

    Your plan ( Travel 3-5 times a year 100-300 miles) is just not worth even worrying about mileage.
    If you set up whatever you get correctly it will tow just fine.

    Good luck with you search and choice.