Popup camper
Features
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Rear slide-out bunk
A conventional pop-up consists of a trailer frame, a box, a hard roof, pull-out bunks and oft walls. The walls are made of vinyl, canvas or a similar material and include clear vinyl windows with screens.
Basic popups usually include the following features: fold-down dinette, on-board fresh water tank, sink, 12-volt DC power system (including an AC to DC converter and a deep cycle battery), interior DC lighting, two sleeping bunks and storage cabinets. Many pop-ups also include a gas/electric absorption refrigerator, stove, rooftop air conditioner, propane furnace, water heater, electric water pump, exterior shower, skylight/roof vent, one or two propane tanks, electric or surge brakes, large storage trunk at the front of the box, and an awning. Some premium models also include a shower, toilet, wastewater tanks, slide-out section (to increase interior space), microwave, and an oven.
Since space is at a premium in popup campers, it is common for a single structure to serve multiple purposes. Generally, the dinette, which can seat four people for a meal, can be converted into a bed to provide additional sleeping space. Likewise, the couch, if present, can usually be folded down into a bed. Often, the inside table (part of the dinette) and the gas stove can be taken outside and attached to the side of the camper.
Dimensions
Modern pop-ups range in weight from approximately 1,250 pounds (570 kg) to 3,800 pounds (1,700 kg) pounds empty. Models are generally classified by the length of their box, which ranges from 8 feet (2.4 m) to 16 feet (4.9 m) feet. When opened, the length is usually roughly double the box length. Most pop-ups are between 7 feet (2.1 m) and 7 feet 6 inches (2.29 m) in width and between 4 feet 6 inches (1.37 m) and 5 feet (1.5 m) in height when closed, but igh wall models are up to 6 feet (1.8 m) tall. Published sleeping capacities range from 4 to 8 people.
Setting up
A pop-up camper closed for travel
To open a pop-up, the trailer must be chocked, disconnected from the tow vehicle, and leveled. The roof must first be raised using a winch that extends telescoping poles on each corner of the box. Next, bunks at the front and the back of the trailer are pulled out by hand. Then, the tent material (which is fastened to the box and to the roof) is unfurled, pulled over the ends of the bunks, and attached. Interior support poles for the bunk and the entry door are then installed.
Depending on the configuration and included equipment, several additional set up steps may be required. These steps include hooking up to utilities (electricity, water, sewer), reassembling the dinette, unfolding the sink, turning on systems (water pump, water heater, etc.), making beds and unpacking belongings.
Setup time for a pop-up camper is typically longer than that for a travel trailer, fifth wheel or motorhome.
Types of Pop-ups
In addition to the traditional pop-up campers described above, there are a number of special types of pop-ups on the market.
High wall pop-ups
Feature a taller box which allows for residential-height countertops and more storage space. Example: Coleman Avalon, Jayco 14HW
Motorcycle campers
Lightweight pop-ups small enough to be pulled by a motorcycle. Example: Aspen Ambassador
Toyhauler pop-ups
Include an open cargo deck for transporting ATVs, motorcycles, etc. Example: Jayco Baja 14F
Off road pop-ups
Feature rugged construction and raised suspension for off road use. Example: Coleman Evolution Cobalt
A-frame
small solid wall folding camper. Example: A-liner, Chalet
Flip-out camper
Features a roof which flips over to become a bunk. Uses a tent roof instead of a hard roof. Example: Quicksilver
Notable manufacturers
Coleman Camping Trailers
Jayco, Inc
Fleetwood Enterprises
Starcraft
Viking
Forest River
Palomino
See also
Travel trailer
Recreational Vehicle
Trailer
References
^ http://www.campingearth.com/popups/
^ http://www.jayco.com/php/products/camping.trailers/camping.trailers.php
^ http://www.colemantrailers.com/
^ http://www.starcraftrv.com/starcraft_folding_campers/index.html
^ http://www.vikingrv.com/products/?ModelID=11&Model=Folding%20Campers
^ http://www.palominorv.com/site/default.asp?page=foldingcampers
^ http://www.colemantrailers.com/thehighlanderseries
^ http://www.trailmasterinc.com/
^ http://www.jayco.com/php/products/camping.trailers/trailer.php?id=198
^ http://www.colemantrailers.com/theevolutionseries
^ http://www.chaletrv.com/
^ http://www.aliner.com
^ http://www.livinlite.com
External links
PopUpPortal
PopUp Explorer
Great Lakes Pop Up Club
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