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Mamacast
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May 31, 2016

Suggestions for small 5'er?

We are looking to move from our 24 ft. TT to a 5'er so that I am more comfortable hitching it and backing it. We would like to find something that is slightly smaller with a side slide and heated water storage. Any thoughts on who is making this sort of 5'er? Thanks for any replies!
  • We have a 2010 Laredo 245RL and pull with a Dodge RAM 2500 CTD. After 6 years, we wish it was just little bit longer, maybe 2' or so, which would have given us a pantry, coat closet and a little more room between the kitchen and rear lounge chairs. Other than that, we're happy with it.
  • Thanks Keller, sorry I didn't list the TV, it is a 3/4 ton diesel. I think we have decided on the Fox Mountain, went and looked, has comparable storage to our bumper pull with a side slide and heated holding, the 235 has a similar footprint as well. Now we have to decide on a hitch that is easy to connect as I might want to take this by myself on occasion! Thanks for your reply.
  • Without any hints, just guessing you have a 1/2 ton tow vehicle in which case your choices are extremely limited.

    My only suggestion is the KZ/Sportsmen model S235RK. It has a hitch weight of 860 lb (empty) and GVWR of 7,000 lb.
    Overall length is 25 ft.

    You will have to verify if your tow vehicle can handle the hitch weight plus passengers and other cargo.