RV Sales in Texas: Which RV Type is Right for You?

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With many types and styles of recreational vehicles (RV) on the market, a consumer may find choosing the right one confusing. RV sales in Texas continue to rise, and the choices a buyer has include motorhomes, fifth wheels and campers. Because the purchase is a large commitment, shoppers should consider a few factors before buying. Will the RV be used for short trips or months at a time? How many people will the RV need to accommodate? Will vacations be at campgrounds or in remote areas? With these factors in mind, a buyer can shop the RV sales in Texas with confidence.

There are three basic categories of RVs - motorhomes, travel trailers and truck campers. Motorhomes are living quarters and vehicle combined. Trailers must be towed with another vehicle, and truck campers sit on top of a truck bed and convert it to a living space.



Motorhomes
One advantage of a motorhome is that the passengers have mobility during the drive. They can use the bathroom, play games or rest. Many motorhomes have hitches allowing the family to bring along a car. Most of these campers have generators, so they will have electricity anywhere.

Motorhomes can be broken down into further categories—Class A, B and C.


Class A Motorhomes
The class A motorhome is a recreational vehicle built on a truck chassis. The driving compartment is completely integrated with the living area. Frequently, Class A motorhomes look like a bus.

Class B Motorhomes
The Class B motorhome is built from a standard passenger van. Most models have raised roofs. Otherwise, the living area is defined by the dimensions of the vehicle. Other terms for a Class B motorhome are camper van and conversion van.

Class C Motorhomes
The Class C motorhome is sometimes called a mini-motor home. This RV is built on a truck chassis, including the cab. Many Class C vehicles are approximately the size and shape of moving trucks. They are distinguished by an extended section over the cab for an extra bed.

Travel Trailers
Trailers include pop-up campers and all others types of RVs that must be towed. Although there are many shapes and sizes of campers, only trailers and fifth wheels will provide practical living space for long trips.

Travel trailers are large campers hitched to the back of the tow vehicle, usually a large pick-up truck, although other types of vehicles may be used. With a trailer, the tow vehicle is available to drive once the trailer is parked. Many of the campers can be pulled with a medium-sized sports utility vehicle. Trailers offer many floor plans and a wide variety of amenities.

Fifth Wheels
Fifth wheels have a goose neck that extends over the bed of the towing pick-up truck. The hitch is located in the center of the truck bed. Thus, fifth wheels can only be towed by a pick-up or flat-bed truck. With their weight positioned over the towing vehicle, fifth wheels are less likely than trailers to jackknife or fishtail.



The RV market offers numerous options and choices. A shopper can narrow the selections by renting several types before buying a camper. However, personal preference and budget will determine the final decision.

Have the itch to travel, but need to do it on a budget? Consider a motorhome: it allows you to move at leisure, visit attractions that aren't just outside the airport or train station, care for your needs while traveling, and save money on meals and lodging. Look for a used RV for sale for a more affordable option. Three major classifications of motorhomes make up your choices when considering one for purchase. Read the following descriptions of each to determine which type is right for you:

Class A

A Class A motorhome is typically the largest, most expensive, and most luxurious type of motorhome. They have all the amenities of home, plus G-sized tires and a large gas or diesel pusher engine. Most have at least two bedrooms, full bathrooms (some with a bath and a half), large kitchens, spacious living rooms, space for a large HDTV and stereo equipment. It's the perfect vehicle for the family with several children. Drop the awning and connect the barbecue grill, and you have picnic facilities for the entire neighborhood. This type of motorhome is best used for full-time living: put it onto a lot near a lake and spend the summer in luxury.

Class B

Couples or one-child families might want to consider finding a Class B motorhome. These motorhomes are the most compact of the three. Built on a conversion van chassis, the Class B has room for a king sized bed, a breakfast nook, a kitchen (where two people can't cross in the hallway), sufficient bathroom facilities for when the need arises and public facilities aren't available, and a shower (though you may wish to use a more spacious one at a campground). These motorhomes give you the flexibility to connect and disconnect in a matter of minutes, should you wish to break camp to see a nearby attraction. It's a place to eat, sleep, and watch TV on a rainy night. Camp with this motorhome if the outdoor life is of more interest to you. The beauty of a Class B motorhome is that you can park it on the city street, and if you're on a long trip, some big-box stores let you park overnight.

Class C

 

But what do you do when you can't afford the luxurious land cruiser but you have more spatial needs than a Class B can offer? Purchasing a Class C motorhome for sale might be the right option for you: this type of vehicle gives you everything the Class B offers, but is large enough to accommodate six people, and sometimes more, depending on configuration. Because the shell is larger and built out over tandem wheels, the bathroom, kitchen and dining facilities are more spacious. You can also drop the awning for a picnic, but maneuvering into smaller parking spaces can be difficult.

If you’re looking for a used RV sale, visit Camping World of Nashville; we have a large selection of Class A, Class B and C​lass C motorhomes for sale​. Our knowledgeable sales associates will help put you in the right RV to fit for your specific needs.​