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PghBob
May 03, 2016Explorer
Jane: This is a bit of apples to oranges comparison. We own a 27 foot Class C, and a number of our friends with the same rig full-time or near full-time with their units. The OCCC of our rig is 2900 pounds. In the Class C world, most use the Ford chassis, and the GVWR of the E450 is 15500 pounds. The weight of the "box" the various manufacturers place on the chassis determines the amount of weight of people and stuff you can carry. So, generally speaking, the longer the Class C the heavier it weighs and the less OCCC you have. Things like slide outs further reduce the amount of OCCC you have, and options like automatic leveling systems reduce the amount of OCCC as well. Remember, it is not the space you have, but the weight of your family and stuff that matters. Generally applying this info to your situation might mean a smaller fiver with fewer slides and or options.
As you found to your surprise, size, floor plans, and "goodies" can reduce OCCC to a serious point. An example, we checked out a Class A gasser at a RV show, and it would have been overweight with the four adult members of our family on board without anything! True story, not fantasy.
If you haven't done it yet, give some consideration going to a large RV show (without your checkbook) where you can compare the different units in person, first hand. Don't get hooked on a dealer. Look for weight stickers for each unit, and DO NOT depend on dealer reps to know or accurately provide the weight info.
Best wishes on your search.
As you found to your surprise, size, floor plans, and "goodies" can reduce OCCC to a serious point. An example, we checked out a Class A gasser at a RV show, and it would have been overweight with the four adult members of our family on board without anything! True story, not fantasy.
If you haven't done it yet, give some consideration going to a large RV show (without your checkbook) where you can compare the different units in person, first hand. Don't get hooked on a dealer. Look for weight stickers for each unit, and DO NOT depend on dealer reps to know or accurately provide the weight info.
Best wishes on your search.
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