Class A vs. Class C Handling

In your case I really wouldn't worry about the handling too much since you're only going to drive it every so often - you're going to live in it way more than you're going to drive it, so pay more attention to the living in it considerations. The Class A is going to give you more of everything including work surface room for the two of you.

As a broad general statement, the Class A, especially a diesel (yes I own one) will handle better in the cross winds and truck winds because they're heavier. You'll also be able to tow a large more comfortable toad.

Bill

As said above, for 6 to 8 weeks neither would have to be driven at all. Get one you can live in for 6 to 8 weeks.

I'm not sure one is vastly better or easier overall for handling, though there are differences to be sure. For that matter, a diesel pusher with air suspension handles rather differently than a front-engine gas motorhome with leaf spring suspension, even when both are class A motorhomes.

The class C's on van chassis tend to be less maneuverable than similarly sized class A motorhomes because the van chassis has a rather anemic wheel cut angle. Some people find the van-style cab with at least a stubby hood a little less intimidating to drive than a typical class A, but I think that's more a matter of perception than anything. It does take a little getting used to steering when you're over or in front of the front wheels.

For what you're considering, I agree with the others that handling ought to be rather low on your list of priorities. Obviously you do want something that you can safely drive from place to place. (If these work sites aren't too far removed from each other, it might even end up making sense to drive the car separately rather than getting it set up for towing. That would certainly make maneuvering the motorhome in gas stations and similar places a little less stressful.)

Also note that overall length has relatively little bearing on handling on the highway; the width and height of the vehicle are more concerning than its length. Don't choose something that's too small for you just because you think it will be easier to drive.

Had a Class C, never again. The Class A we have is the same size, has more room, better handling, better view, and higher GCVWR then the C.

scrubjaysnest wrote:
Had a Class C, never again. The Class A we have is the same size, has more room, better handling, better view, and higher GCVWR then the C.

And in reading Scrubjaysnest post, it reminds me of how much nicer the the tall front windows are in a Class A. They're like the picuture windows in your house - in the Class C, you have to bend over all of the time to see out of the front windows.

Bill

When I was buying insurance for my class C, was told lower rates because a class C has Air bags in the cab. Also when driving into the Sun, the class C overhang sure makes a nice sun visor and less heat from the direct Sun.

scrubjaysnest wrote:
Had a Class C, never again. The Class A we have is the same size, has more room, better handling, better view, and higher GCVWR then the C.

Isn't the Axis 24.1 on an E350 chassis, with a 12,500# GVWR and an 18,500# GCWR, the same as a lot of class Cs ?

Many years ago we drove a Class C and we both felt claustrophobic with the overhang over the front window. We absolutely loved our motorhome for the handling and the view.

In what temperatures? Enclosed tanks might be important.

After 15 years I say good by to my 30 foot C Class Coach, and hello to my A class 34 triple slide why did I take so long beets me but never happier LOL