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There is a big disappointment when you want to get a small camper but you realize that lightweight travel trailers compatible with your truck are very scarce. The problem is not the diversity of models but the weight, since most of the existing recreational vehicles in the category are too heavy to get pulled by a car or a pick-up truck. Moreover, a closer look into this matter will convince you that even the RV companies no matter if we are talking about rental companies or dealers have shown little interest in purchasing lightweight travel trailers. The reasoning for such a sales policy is very simple: the demand is lower for such recreational vehicles, and therefore it is not profitable to keep them in stock.

The problem with some lightweight travel trailers is the bathroom since all the plumbing adds up to the overall weight of the vehicle not to mention that the ceiling has to be higher. Therefore, some lightweight travel trailers have a rudimentary form of bathroom or lack it completely. Four types of vehicles fall in the category of lightweight travel trailers: the teardrops, the fiberglass eggs, the ultra-lightweights and the pop-up tent trailers. Each of the models has its advantage and downside: thus, the pop-ups are suitable for warmer climates, the fiberglass ones have a specific smell inside because of the materials they are made of, and the teardrops have offer pretty little space.

The ultra-lightweight vehicles that generally have around 2,000 pounds could be the most money efficient, but that very much depends on the individual choices and preferences. In terms of size, the interior of lightweight travel trailers resembles a small or medium-sized bedroom in the most fortunate of cases, which is between 10 and 12 feet. This should be enough to accommodate a couple, but not for a family. The various models come ready furnished from factory with basic appliances including a basic functional bathroom with or without a shower, a microwave and a stove.

It is surprising to discover that there is little difference between the costs of new and used lightweight travel trailers as the price ranges somewhere around $10,000 with all the included amenities. The manufacturing year and the technical inspection remain key points to check when you want to purchase a second-hand recreational vehicle. If there is no dealer in your local area, you can always try the Internet for more comprehensive resources. Always go through updated databases, otherwise you may be looking at items that are no longer in stock.

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