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Your Guide to the Different RV Types

Apr. 3 2023 Buying Guide By Chesapeake RV Solutions

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So, you’ve decided to buy an RV? Congratulations! You’re about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime. But with so many RV types, it can be daunting to choose the perfect one. Don't worry—we have you covered.

Our guide discusses the different RV types available on the market, so keep reading to learn more. If you need more information, contact Chesapeake RV Solutions.

Drivable RVs

Drivable campers, also known as motorhomes, are fully equipped RVs with a driving cab at the front and a living room, kitchen, bathroom, and one or more bedrooms at the rear.

Class A Motorhomes

Class A motorhomes resemble tour buses and are the largest and most luxurious RVs on the market. They’re built on a commercial truck or bus chassis and offer all the comforts of home. These campers are perfect for large families and those who love to travel in style. The size of Class A motorhomes ranges between 30 and 45 feet, and they offer plenty of space for your family and luggage.

Class C Motorhomes

Class C motorhomes are smaller than Class A RVs and larger than Class B models. These are built on a truck or van chassis and feature an overhead sleeping area above the driving cab.

The length of Class C motorhomes ranges from 20 to 28 feet. These campers are ideal for families and those who frequently travel with kids and pets. Cozy bedrooms, full bathrooms, and extra storage space in these campers help keep you comfortable and relaxed on your travels.

Class B Motorhomes

Class B motorhomes are perfect for those searching for a compact RV. These campers, often called camper vans, are built on a van chassis, and they offer some of the amenities found in larger models, such as a kitchen and a bathroom, but on a smaller scale.

Towable RVs

The other type of campers, the towable RVs, require a towing vehicle of sufficient size and weight handling capacity to haul them from one location to another.

Travel Trailers

Your first choice, a travel trailer, can come in various sizes, ranging from tiny teardrops to luxurious models with multiple slide-outs. Travel trailers are flexible RVs, meaning you can use your towing vehicle to run errands and visit local attractions after parking your camper and disengaging your towing setup.

Fifth Wheels

Fifth wheels are towable RVs with a gooseneck-style hitch. You can haul your model with only a pickup truck. Their unique design helps them offer more space, stability, and a smoother ride on the highway.

Fifth wheels are larger than travel trailers, and some models can also reach 45 feet in length.

Are you ready to explore our latest inventory of recreational vehicles from various premium brands? Chesapeake RV Solutions is your preferred camper dealer in town, and we can help make your purchase journey quicker and more enjoyable. We proudly serve Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, and Suffolk, VA, so reach out today.