I have seen this model before, but I don't remember what model number it was and by whom,All I know is that this model is an old layout, not been manufacturer anymore- bathroom in the back - bunk beds in the back, behind the bathroom. - only tow foldouts bed, one at the front and one at the side- dinette in the frontUsing some images, I have puzzled together the floor plan the way I remember it.Thanks.

Wow,I like this layout... though it must be an older model. I just bought a new 2014 this year, and thoroughly researched a lot of the new models. I went with a TravelStar 239TBS, which is similar, but has the 3rd queen tip out in place of the bunk beds. The thing I like about this is the bunk beds would make "turtling" a more convenient option, esp with kids. Hmm... seems like a hybrid's hybrid: hard sided TT when you want it, soft sided when you want it. I'd be inclined to encourage manufacturers to bring back this layout. A little bigger option too though with a slide-out U-dinette and jackknife sofa opposite to it, like my 239TBS has now. Bunk beds probably make it heavier than the HTT market could support. I'm on the upper end now of the HTT weight market at 6,500 max... for that weight you need a strong TV, and might as well look at Bigger TTs or 5'ers. I like canvas though. Open, airy, bright. Fun. Very interesting, but sorry I'm no help!

poguelife wrote:Wow,I like this layout... The thing I like about this is the bunk beds would make "turtling" a more convenient option, esp with kids. Hmm... seems like a hybrid's hybrid: hard sided TT when you want it, soft sided when you want it. YES, this is exactly why I like that layout, this can accommodate a family of 4 when "turtling" on a long trips or unexpected events in your trip...I know this exist because I was in one a few years ago in a campground (one site next to me)only now, a few years later, I realize how awesome this layout is!If i can only find the make and model...

I have found it!!!!Starcraft Travel-Star Sport 21RBHDry Weight 3113lbHitch Weight 387lb

It looks just like the Rockwood 183. See it here.

bovellois wrote:It looks just like the Rockwood 183. See it here.no, it not like the 183. the 183 has 3 canvas bunk ends, the Starcraft only 2.the Starcraft has bunk beds in the back, the 183 has NO bunk beds.i believe PAThwacker has one of these. they're not very common.

What model Hybrid is this? | Good Sam Community

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PAThwacker
Explorer
Jul 30, 2015

Turtle in my floorplan and you get your very own 21ft bunkhouse trailer.
babamartha
Explorer
Jul 23, 2015
My husband and I turtle on the way from Maryland to Florida, and then back again. It's very convenient and many places are completely welcoming. We've found some that enen have a special RV parking area. It sure beats paying for a campsite for a quick layover!
bikendan
Explorer
Jul 23, 2015
gwh1bass wrote:
People "turtle" in hybrids??

Hybrid TTs are unique in that you can choose to open the tent ends, like a popup or keep them closed and sleep on the dinette/sofa, like a small TT.
hence the term"turtling".

Comes in handy for bad weather or quick overnights on the road.
gwh1bass
Explorer
Jul 23, 2015
People "turtle" in hybrids??
PAThwacker
Explorer
Jul 22, 2015
PAThwacker
Explorer
Jul 21, 2015
You can not sleep 4 turtled unless sleeping on the floor. The dinette is kids only and I never dropped it. The front bench is a clothes ward and not a bed. I use it for year round camping in extreme conditions. Hunting and using the rear bunk beds only or family camping. Last weekends trip had my kids (6 and 3) in the bunkbeds, me on front bed and a mom and her 3 and 6 year old on the side bed. 100f outside, bunk end gizmos, ac cranking and 6 of us sleeping like babies.

Awesome camper!
PAThwacker
Explorer
Jul 21, 2015
Weights are 3400 dry 5000lb gvw. Typical wet weight 4300lbs with tongue weight 559lb.
PAThwacker
Explorer
Jul 21, 2015
That is my camper. Ultra rare. Awesome floor plan! It was made in 2007 and 2008 during the end of Starcraft and jayco takeover. Recession and start of the demise of the U.S.
buckeyefansrus
Explorer
Jul 18, 2015
A little larger trailer, different layout, but had the bunks and jackknife sofa, Aerolite 23BH and Palomino(S 23 bh). We had our Cub 23BH for 9 years and loved the layout. It was great for turtling when needed with a family of four. Ours was a 2006 and they made them for a couple more model years. I think Palomino made their model for a few years after that too.
23BH
bikendan
Explorer
Jul 18, 2015
bovellois wrote:
It looks just like the Rockwood 183. See it here.

no, it not like the 183. the 183 has 3 canvas bunk ends, the Starcraft only 2.
the Starcraft has bunk beds in the back, the 183 has NO bunk beds.

i believe PAThwacker has one of these. they're not very common.