which class c has the most basement storage ?

[colettek]

We are looking to buy a class c. we are wondering which model or brand has the most storage underneath? We like the granite ridge but is that the one that has the most storage underneath

[bobndot]

Ben, this was a 2017 post.

[BenDover]

Jayco Redhawk SE 27N
non-slide, walkaround queen bed, rear access, power outlet, light

Jayco Redhawk 29XK
1 slide, walkaround queen bed, rear access, power outlet, light

Entegra Oddysey 29XK
1 slide, walkaround queen bed, rear access, power outlet, light

Gulf Stream Conquest 6280LE
non-slide, walkaround queen bed, no rear access, no power outlet, no light

Coachmen Freelander 27Q
non-slide, walkaround queen bed, no rear access, no power outlet, no light

Thor Chateau 28A
non-slide, walkaround queen bed, rear access, no power outlet, light, table

Thor Chateau 28Z
1 slide, walkaround queen bed, rear access, no power outlet, light, table

[RambleOnNW]

Our 'C has what I consider adequate storage at around 50 cu. ft. 4 compartment doors on the drivers side and 3 on the passanger side. Basement model however the rear slideout causes the rear passthrough to not be tall. Full width though so we can have a 6' folding ladder in there. Also carried at the same time a pair of 186 cm alpine skis on the 2 side compartments which are connected.

[ron_dittmer]

pnichols wrote:
Ron,

Where are the FW tank, gas tank, grey tank, black tank, spare tire, and shower pan in that Coachman 21QB in your photos above?

Also, with where that 21QB's large storage cabinet is located - won't the corner bed in affect have a large volume full of cold air and stuff immediately under it during cool weather camping?

I wouldn't know the answers to your questions. Hopefully someone who owns a 21QB will step in.

Our 2007 Phoenix Cruiser 2350 is similar to the C.F.21QB in that our outdoor storage compartment is under our rear corner bed. The compartment is considered "inside" the motor home with regard to freeze protection. It is fairly well insulated including an insulated door. Our fresh water tank is in that space requiring it to be so. We have only a 'now' plywood platform between our mattress & compartment. Since we do not have vents to circulate interior air into the storage compartment, I consider it an in-between area. The fresh water tank won't freeze in spring or fall camping, but if winter-camping, I would want to get some warm air circulated in that compartment if using on-board water.

Here is a picture of our storage compartment. Our fresh water tank is to the left behind the wood wall.

[WayneLee]

Those rear storage areas in the Sunseekers can carry a lot of "stuff". Let's put it this way, when I downsized from a 38' diesel pusher to our current coach (see signature), I was able to put all the "stuff" from my Class A to my present coach, and still have a lot of room left over.

[pnichols]

Ron,

Where are the FW tank, gas tank, grey tank, black tank, spare tire, and shower pan in that Coachman 21QB in your photos above?

Also, with where that 21QB's large storage cabinet is located - won't the corner bed in affect have a large volume full of cold air and stuff immediately under it during cool weather camping?

[OldRadios]

We have a 27' Tioga 26Q also (same rig as IAMICHABOD's). That extra 3' over a 24' gives you a lot. Large (more than 100 cubic feet) storage area across the back with three access doors, A queen bedroom without the bed being stuffed in a corner (a must have for us after having a B for a couple of years), and a bathroom with a shower instead of a wet bath. It's on the E450 chassis so it's wider than a 350 chassis and has plenty of extra cargo capacity. We tow a 14' trailer with two Harleys and I also use it for selling at antique shows. Took me six months to find one though. I'm in upstate NY also and got mine from a dealer in PA. Well worth the trip.

[ron_dittmer]

colettek,

It sounds like you may be using your rig for craft shows and such, carrying light weight things that take up a lot of room.

The Coachman Freelander 21QB made for a number of years, if built on Ford E450 or Chevy 4500, and the right rated hitch, may be ideal for your needs. It has a rear corner queen bed with full two-sided corner storage underneath it. That storage compartment is like a room in itself, a lot for a short motor home.

[DrewE]

I think a fair few with a rear bed have a sizable storage area that's accessible from two sides (though I suspect three sided access is less common).

My Coachmen Santara does have what looks to be a somewhat similar storage space across the back, accessible from the two sides but not from the rear. I think the doors are around 2' by 2', and the unit is around 8' wide, and the internal space is a little larger than the door openings. This is in addition to some other storage compartments, of course, including a couple of rather limited height sections that go clear across.

If your items are quite lightweight, like yarn or something similar, you might be able to store and carry it in a cabover area safely.

Probably the ultimate in storage in a class C is a toy hauler such as the Thor Outlaw.

[colettek]

we need space to put big boxes but not heavy. the biggest storage in the back like a sunseeker would work. we dont want a class A. We are looking for a used class C low milleage that have outside storage in one big spot that we can reach from all 3 sides or it can also be large storage all around. is this only sunseeker that has the large compartment in the back? we are in upstate NY.we need one asap since our fourwinds 1996 is beyond repairs. it does nt need to be in top shape inside since it will be used for work mostly.We are also pulling a 16 ft trailer.

[ron_dittmer]

Massive storage is truly great to have. Just make sure that you don't over-load your E350, E450, 3500, 4500, Sprinter, Transit, or Promaster chassis. Huge open storage is perfect for bulky lightweight children riding & yard toys, but don't plan to fill your storage compartment with firewood, tools, extra water and other such heavy items. Making matters worse, the storage compartment is most often behind the rear axle which amplifies the over-weighting problem, and negatively impacts drivability.

[IAMICHABOD]

When I was looking for my next RV I wanted something with a lot of storage space,I found that the ones that had basement storage were nice but had some draw backs I didn't like. Like getting down all 4s to use them.

To get that storage they had to raise the floor in the House which made it higher to get into and a BIG step down to the drivers area,plus limited view thru the windshield when seated inside,I like to see the scenery around me. Mine has about a 3 inch step down.

What I found was the Tioga 26 Q, it has over 100 cubic feet of storage in the rear compartment,plus the floor panels lift up and there is additional storage below them. It will fit all my bulky items with ease,plus it has access from all three sides with large doors. It also has a Queen bed in back that is not a corner type.

Some newer models have gone back to this configuration.

Here is member OldRadios,just like mine, rear compartment to better show the access doors

[Artum_Snowbird]

If you are looking at the E450 Chassis exclusively, the most storage might also mean the least carrying capacity. As they get longer and more slides, the available payload drops. A 26 foot E450 can often carry 2500 pounds, but a 31 foot E450 can only carry 1500 pounds.

Certainly going to a Super C on a medium duty truck chassis will be the best option if you want to carry a ton or more in storage.

[Dusty_R]

We have a 2015 Itasca 27Q, it has a large outside storage area across the back.

Dusty