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The Best 6 Travel Trailers Under 6000 Pounds To Buy

As you move up in weight, you can start upping the size and features you tend to expect with a larger RV. We have scoured the market and came up with our favorite 6 trailers under 6,000 pounds that will keep you in the wilderness longer and give you a great camping experience for years to come. You cannot go wrong with any of these units, each has its positives and negatives and has its designed use. If you want to learn more about the average weight of travel trailers, read our article here . If you further need help, we have a buyers guide here . Lets get started with our favorites!

Winniebago Minnie 2455BHS

The Winnebago 2455BHS is a very popular bunkhouse model. This floorplan is made by several manufacturers, but we think Winnebago does it best.

When you first enter the trailer, to your right is a bedroom with a queen bed with wardrobes and nightstands on either side. There is overhead storage above the bed as well as storage space under the bed. The entertainment center turns around to provide TV to the bedroom when it is nighttime, or when the kids want to be shut in to watch a movie. There are two divider curtains that separate the bedroom from the rest of the unit.

In the main living area, you will find a u shaped dinette located in the slide to provide 44”x 84” of dining space with storage under each cushion. The dinette slides fully out of the way to provide a wide walking area in the trailer.

The kitchen sports an L shaped counter with dual basin sink, three range burner with oven, full size RV refrigerator, as well as a wardrobe opposite from the refrigerator. There is plenty of counter space as well as upper cabinets and lower cabinets and drawers for storage space.

There are two double bunks located in the rear to provide ample sleeping space for 4 kids or adults. Under the bottom bunk is usable storage hidden by cabinet doors. Each bunk also has its own window for light and a breeze from the outside.The bathroom also has a full shower, toilet, and sink vanity with storage. The best part about the shower is the u shaped curtain which extends your shower space and is made of a thicker vinyl/rubber type material that will not get stuck to your body when wet.

Outside the RV, you will find a large 19’ awning which covers the outdoor kitchen with refrigerator, stove, as well as additional sink. All of your cooking could be completed outside to leave the inside clean and untouched.

The RV sits on dual 3,500 pound axles that provide 1,680 pounds of cargo carrying capacity. There are two propane tanks totaling 40 pounds which power the 25,000 BTU furnace as well as the 6 gallon water heater.

Winnebago provides LED lighting throughout as well as night shades to keep your camper dark if you are a late sleeper. One feature we love about our Winnebago is that they use thick plywood flooring so you do not feel like the RV is about to collapse when you are walking around.

Winnebago provides a bluetooth stereo with outdoor speakers and outdoor TV hookups so when you are utilizing your outdoor kitchen, you can enjoy the football game. There is a separate propane quick connect to run another BBQ.

The Minnie units are prewired for solar, come with a battery disconnect, ducted roof air conditioning, power tongue jack, outdoor shower, built in roof ladder, backup camera prep, heated and enclosed underbelly, diamond plate rock guard, built in winterization kit, aluminum rims, and the high gloss fiberglass sides which is my favorite part about the Winnebago lineup.

• Sleeps up to 8
• Has many upgrades from the factory
• Lots of cargo carrying capacity
• Lots of storage
• None we can think of

Overall, this travel trailer is very hard to beat when it comes to quality and features. Just the fit and finish on the inside, the feel of the cabinetry with roller bearing slides, and the thoughtful use of all empty space makes this a #1 favorite.

This RV is for the user with multiple people to sleep. This trailer can sleep 8 pretty comfortably, so if you have a few adults and some kids, this unit is guaranteed to fit all of you for a nice trip with ample space to spare. This unit is on our watch list if we do end up having more kids, or if we have to bring our daughters friends around.

The Jayco X213 is another model which differentiates itself well from the marketplace. This model has a KING bed , dinette, bunk beds, and couch all packed into a 21’ model. The secret to fitting all of these items is the king bed slides out the back of the RV.

When you enter the RV, there will be two single bunk beds to your right with a nice storage ward for their gear. These bunk beds are folding and have access to the outside with a large door to store bikes in this area when not in use.

Straight ahead from the entryway door is a full bathroom complete with a tub/shower, toilet, sink, and ample vanity with overhead cabinets.

The kitchen uses both sides of the RV with the sink, three burner stove with oven, microwave, and counter on the entryway side complete with overhead cabinets and lowers, but behind that is the full size RV fridge with pantry. To the rear of the kitchen is the dinette which seats 4 and has storage below the cushions, and directly across from that is the folding jackknife sofa. To the rear of the dinette and sofa is the king bed which slides out the back with overhead cabinets above for storage.

This RV like the one above, could sleep 8. The 8 it sleeps may need to involve some kids on the jackknife sofa and dinette, but the king bed and two single bunks should sleep 4 adults comfortably.

Jayco has installed a 16’ awning which covers most of the rear of the RV to provide shade or shelter from the rain. The trailer rides on dual 2,750 pound weight capacity Dexter EZ Lube axles to provide 1,040 lbs of cargo carrying capacity. To protect the front cap Jayco installed a diamond plate rock guard, and the wheel wells get a galvanized steel housing to provide protection from serious damage in case of a tire blow out.

The Jay Feather models have a nice residential grade kitchen with ball bearing drawer glides with screwed and glued cabinetry, crown molding on the ceiling, LED lighting throughout, and vinyl plank flooring. These models are equipped with Goodyear tires, aluminum rims, two 20 pound propane bottles to power the 6 gallon DSI gas/electric water heater and furnace. There is a Bluetooth stereo with cd/dvd capability, outdoor speakers, power awning with LED lights, outdoor shower, black tank flush, power tongue jack, enclosed underbelly, and roof mounted solar prep kit. Jayco units also have a 2 year warranty which bests most of the competitors 1 year warranties.

• Bike Storage
• 2 Year Warranty
• Lacks wardrobe type hanging storage
• No Outdoor Kitchen

This trailer is for a couple as well as someone with multiple children. The benefit to this unit is that there are folding bunks to provide good storage for a generator or bikes. The king bed is a huge plus in this unit as well as having a couch and dinette. Many trailers this size don’t include bunks, king bed, couch, and dinette in such a small package.

Airstream International Signature 23FB

The Airstream International Signature 23FB is one of the nicest travel trailers you could ever walk into. When you walk into an Airstream, you will suddenly realize why their price tag is a bit above the rest. They are BEAUTIFUL! And their fit and finish are second to none. The materials, craftsmanship, and design are very well thought out and are the best that can be sourced for a trailer.

In the specific model of the 23FB, this is more of a couples trailer. The unit is designed with one bedroom and a dinette. Four people could sleep comfortabally in this trailer, but it is like a luxary hotel room for two.

When you step in the RV, you will find the bathroom at the rear of the unit taking up the full width. There is a shower, toilet, sink, and countertop large enough for a makeup artist to use. There is lower cabinets as well as a hard door to block sounds. Inside the living area of the trailer, you will find the kitchen directly across from where you walk in, there is a full sink, 3 burner stove, oven, microwave with convection oven option, RV 5 cubic foot fridge, Corian counter tops, stainless steel sink, stereo, Samsung LED TV with surround sound and sub woofer, dinette with under cushion storage, as well as a a closet for clothes storage. Towards the front of the RV there is the bedroom with queen bed, clothes storage, and nightstand. There are 5 windows just in the bedroom alone. That is more than our trailer all put together. This model has 12 windows and skylights throughout the unit to provide lots of natural light.

The 23FB is loaded onto two 3,000 pound axles on torsion axle suspension, and provides 1,329 pounds of cargo carrying capacity. One of the best features of this trailer is that not only does your ducted rooftop a/c provide cooling, but it also has a heat pump so you do not have to waste propane if you are plugged into a campsite. In addition to the heat pump is a 18,000 BTU ducted furnace to also act as a main heat source if you are in very cold climates.

Airstream provides an aluminum superstructure with coated aluminum exterior. There is a one piece white aluminum roof to reduce heat gain from the sun. There is a Sunbrella awning with LED lighting and rear window awnings as well. The trailer has two 30 pound propane tanks with an additional propane quick connect for external BBQ.

The front of the trailer has solar front window protection to prevent breakage due to rocks, as well as a stainless steel front stone guard. There is a locking fresh water inlet, exterior shower, black tank flush, and built in water pressure regulator.

The exterior of the trailer does not lack any features such as actual shock absorbers, electric hitch jack, Goodyear tires, aluminum wheels, prewire rooftop solar (and options for 80 or 160 watt solar systems factory installed) a rear view monitoring system, dedicated waste hose storage, and an enclosed aluminum insulated heated underbelly.

Inside the RV, you will find complete aluminum walls and ceiling, a fantastic fan, probeless tank monitoring system, EcoBatt insulation, tongue and groove wood floor, blackout shades, vinyl flooring, LED dimming lights, electric/gas water heater, as well as a 1,000 pure sine inverter which isn’t found in any other top RV’s we feature here.

The bed and bath will leave you with a wonderful sleep on the pillow top memory foam mattress complete with quilted bedspread, throw pillows, and sleeping pillows. Airstream comes with a 3 year transferable warranty and roadside assistance which beats most other trailer brands.

• Lightweight for included features
• Many upgraded features included
• Lots of hidden storage
• Best flow out of trailer brands
• Exterior can dent if hit

This trailer is for a couple looking to travel with the comforts of a 5 star hotel room. This trailer does not spare any comfort of home and can satisfy your every need. Airstreams have been around for many years and are the only brand people buy used to fix up or renovate. That tells you something about their quality.

Livin Lite CampLite CL23RLS

Livin Lite takes a page out of the book from Airstream with its use of aluminum for many of its parts. Aluminum is rust resistant and lightweight. The Livin Lite Camplite CL23RLS is very light for the features and size it has weighing in at only 4,130 pounds. This is due to using aluminum for the frame instead of heavier steel. This unit rides on dual 2,800 pound axles to provide 1,492 pounds of cargo carrying capacity.

When you first step into this model, you will see the bed off to your right with overhead cabinets, dual closets, and nightstands. There are windows on either side to provide adequate cross airflow to keep you cool at night. Across from the door, you will find the bathroom with shower and toilet. There is no sink in this unit in order to provide more living space. There is a nice storage unit with shelf and coat hooks right next to the door as you walk in to act as a drop off point for all of your stuff. The whole rear of the RV is the living area with 56” sofa, huge 74″ x 40” dinette in the slide out, large counter top space adjacent to the kitchen sink, dual burner stove, and large 6 cubic foot refrigerator.

Outside the RV you will find a nice pass through storage as well as an outdoor kitchen complete with a refrigerator and dual burner stove.

Camplite adds dual pane windows with built in night shades and screens to provide good insulation from the elements. The flooring is residential freeze/ crack proof linoleum, cabinets are framed out of aluminum, solid surface counters provide good sturdy countertops. There is a stereo system complete with 2 flush mount speakers, charging center with USB ports, high efficiency LED lighting, and a stainless steel sink. In place of an oven, this unit comes with a convection oven microwave. Additionally there is a 6 gallon gas / electric DSI water heater, Vortex 12V fans, all aluminum shower surround, residential mattress, and overhead cabinets and shirt closets.

Construction is made from an aluminum superstructure with composite material throughout. There is a laminated floor with R9 insulation and bonded fiberglass walls. Other standard features are a power tongue jack, slide out topper awning, 16’ awning, aluminum rims, prewired for solar, 2 exterior speakers, exterior shower, diamond plate skirting, and radius baggage doors with slam latches. Options can include a heated and enclosed underbelly, Fantastic fan, off road package, larger 30# propane tanks, battery disconnect, and gel coat fiberglass sides.

• Lightweight for size
• Modern look inside
• Enclosed underbelly an option
• No bedroom privacy

This trailer is for the camper who wants a lightweight unit without sacrificing comfort and fit and finish. This provides about half of the trailer for entertaining space and has a separate bed area towards the front. The aluminum structure is a huge bonus to this RV to make it lightweight and long lasting. This unit is capable of sleeping 6, but is also a perfect unit for a couple taking a trip around the US.

Aspen Trail 25BH

The Aspen Trail 25BH provides many amenities within the trailer you will not find in like sized trailers that are under 4,588 pounds which this trailer is. How Aspen Trail succeeds with this is by removing the slide to save weight. Slides can add 800+ pounds in weight due to their extra components within the trailer.

Upon walking into this trailer, you are greeted to the right with a door into the bedroom which has a queen bed. The bed is full walk around so the bedroom does not lack in size. There are wards and nightstands adjacent to both sides of the bed with ample storage in the overhead cabinets above the bed.

In the main living area, you have a sofa, dinette, and two double bunk beds. The kitchen has a large 6 cubic foot RV refrigerator, microwave, oven, triple burner stove, and dual basin sink. There is a bit less counter space in this model than others, so be prepared to use the dinette for food prep. There is a large bathroom with full shower, toilet, and sink vanity with storage.

The 25BH rides on two 3,800 pound axles to provide a huge 3,012 pound cargo carrying capacity . The awning is a bit short for such a long RV at 14’, but for more of a budget RV, is perfectly adequate.

The 25BH comes with an 18,000 BTU furnace with auto ignition, 6 gallon gas water heater, dual 20# propane tanks, backup camera with solar prep, water heater bypass with winterization kit, LED interior lighting, stereo with two interior and two exterior speakers, 60” x 80” queen bed, front diamond plate protection, residential flooring, and a power awning with LED lighting.

• Will fit the needs of weekend warrior campers
• Sleeps 8-10 comfortably
• Corrugated Metal Siding
• Build quality not as nice as the others recommended
• No enclosed or heated underbelly

If you have a large family, or some in laws, this trailer is perfect for you. One party can have the bedroom, and the other can have the living area with the kids. If you need to bring many people on your camping trip, this unit can sleep a lot. There will be some jockeying around with the dinette and jackknife sofa, but you can do it. If you need to sleep 6, you can do so without moving any of the furniture around. This trailer is great for the weekend warrior, but may not be the best in colder weather due to no enclosed underbelly and underbelly heat.

Outdoors RV 21RBS

The Outdoors RV 21RBS lives up to its name as is a RV for the true boondocker or outdoorsman. The fit and finish on items with Outdoors RV are second to none and quality can even be seen through the pass through storage. These units are built tough and are designed to last.

Upon entering the rear entryway, you will find a large closet with pantry. Across the entry door is a corner bathroom with shower, toilet, sink and skylight. There is a 51″ x 84” dinette which is one of the largest on our list which doubles as a bed. Towards the front of the RV is a 60” x 80” queen bed with nightstands and closets on each side. Above the bed is overhead storage. In the middle of the RV you will find its kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, fridge, and dual basin sink.

This trailer rides on dual 4,000 pound axles and sports a maximum cargo carrying capacity of 1,755 pounds. Interior height is higher at 6’11″ over other trailers at 6’5”.

Where this unit truly shines is in its capacities, the 21RBS has a 78 gallon fresh water tank along with a 40 gallon grey and 40 gallon black tank. These sizes are over double of what some other manufacturers offer.

These units are truly designed for 4 seasons with the thermal pane windows, cold weather kit on the Norcold refrigerator, triple layered roof insulation, 1” thick insulated luggage doors, thermal insulated skylights and bathroom vents, large furnace, and heated and insulated holding tanks. The walls are framed with aluminum and the trailer has a aluminum frame including roof. The rest of the unit is layered fiberglass. The chassis is higher to provide off road capability with gas shock absorbers and rugged Goodyear 10 ply tires. There is diamond plating to protect the front from rock chips and rubber diamond plate luggage compartment flooring.

This RV is meant for off grid camping with the large freshwater tank, battery disconnect, LED lighting throughout, solar ready roof port for up to 510 watts along with the 200 watts solar ready port on the side. There is an external propane port for BBQ and 2 30 pound propane tanks.

The interior is not lacking features with the LG solid surface counter tops, sunken range with glass front, knife rack, under mount kitchen sink, 100 lb metal drawer glides, vaulted radius ceilings, hardwood cabinets, 12v charging station, and HDMI Bluetooth DVD sound system.

The bedroom comes with a premium mattress, night shades, and night stands. With the upgraded package you could expect features such as a wireless rear camera, rear back up lights, power stabilizer jacks with remote control, slide topper awnings, etc…

• Built for rugged environments
• Large tank capacities
• Lots of standard features
• Fair cost for what you get
• Can be a bit heavy than other units of comparable size

This trailer is for the avid outdoorsman or boondocker. With the solar ready capabilities and large holding tanks, you don’t have to worry about moving your trailer for power or dumping your tanks very often. This would be the perfect vehicle to tow cross country through the back country due to its off road capabilities as well as tour from KOA to KOA.

*CCC is Cargo Carrying Capacity

Each of the 6 travel trailers have their benefits on what they are good for. You can go from the 5 star hotel of the Airstream , to the rugged life of the Outdoors RV, to the King bed in the Jayco and be happy. No matter which one on this list you pick, they will all perform very well and are good trailers for what they are designed for. The most important thing to remember when choosing an RV or looking for a new unit is to keep in mind what you will really be using it for and that your family will make many awesome memories in it. Here are our favorite trailers under 5,000 pounds and 3,000 pounds .

Good luck with your trailer buying!

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