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mfoster711
Explorer II
Jun 22, 2014

Towing difference Roo 23IKSS vs Outback 250TRS

I am planning to downsize from our 5th wheel to a smaller travel trailer or Hyrbid. One of the primary reasons for downsizing it to lower my stress level while driving so I want something that is significantly easier to tow than my 5th wheel. I have previously had a popup and a real small Hybrid so I don't have much experience towing a midsize travel trailer and would like your opinions regarding that. My tow vehicle is a 2007 Ford F250 Diesel and I plan to have a weight distribution hitch with sway control for towing either.

The two campers I am currently debating are the Rockwood Roo 23IKSS (large hybrid) and the Outback Terrain 250TRS. The Terrain is a little bigger in every measurement but I am curious if the differences are significant. Do you think I would even notice the difference between towing the Roo vs the Outback?

I am really curious how much difference the 1'9" in height would matter.

Here are the numbers for the two campers:
Roo Outback Diff
Height 9'7" 11'4" 1'9"
Length 24'10" 27'6" 2'8"
Hitch 514 585 71
Empty 4858 5483 625
Cargo 1618 2017 399
GVWR 6476 7500 1024