What is a Class A Motorhome?
The Class A motorhome, also commonly referred to as
the conventional motorhome, is the largest, most luxurious of the
motorized RVs -- a virtual "home-away from-home" on wheels, fully
loaded and equipped for short trips, lengthy vacations and fulltiming.
The Class A motorhome is entirely constructed on a bare, specially designed motor
vehicle chassis.
Brands: Georgetown
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Size: 21 to 40 feet.
Cost:
Sleeps: Up to 10 people (depending on model)
Features:
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Class A motorhomes are spacious and available with
every conceivable luxury found in RVs today including basement storage,
washer/dryers, satellite dishes, VCRs, back-up cameras, hydraulic
leveling, security systems, and even hot tubs.
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Another feature found on today's Class A
motorhomes is the slideout. At the touch of a button, the slideout
moves a portion of the RVs exterior wall outward as much as 3 1/2 feet
to enlarge the living, dining, sleeping or even kitchen area. When
extended, the slideout protrudes beyond the normal outside walls of the
RV, like an addition on a conventional home.
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A properly loaded Class A motorhome provides an
incredibly smooth and stable ride for pleasurable long distance
driving. Any experienced driver can take the wheel, and no special
license is required.
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The Class A motorhome is an ideal vehicle for all-around
family travel as the full living quarters, and all systems, are easily
accessible and functional the entire time one is traveling. Passengers
can enjoy reading, watching TV, snacking, playing video games or
napping, and using the bathroom is readily available.
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Many RVers tow an automobile on the rear of large
RVs to use for short side trips once they've reached their destination.
What is a Class C Motorhome?
The Class C motorhome, sometimes referred to as a
mini-motorhome, provides the conveniences of a larger motorhome in a
scaled-down version and at a lower price. The Class C is built on an
automotive manufactured van frame with an attached cab section.
Brands: Sunseeker, Greyhawk
Size: 20 to 28 feet
Cost:
Sleeps: up to 6 people
Features:
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The Class C motorhome usually provides a sleeping
bunk atop the cab in addition to a bedroom in the back. When not in
use, this overhead compartment can also be used as a storage area.
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Generally smaller than the type A motorhome, the
Class C has ample living space and privacy. The unit is equipped with
the full sleeping, kitchen, dining and bathroom facilities found in the
conventional motorhome and needed for comfortable family living.
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Another feature found on today's Class C
motorhomes is the slideout. At the touch of a button, the slideout
moves a portion of the RVs exterior wall outward as much as 3 1/2 feet
to enlarge the living, dining, sleeping or even kitchen area. When
extended, the slideout protrudes beyond the normal outside walls of the
RV, like an addition on a conventional home.
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Like the type A motorhome, the Class C is ideal
for all-around family travel as the full living quarters, and all
systems, are easily accessible and usable the entire time one is
traveling. Passengers can enjoy reading, watching TV, snacking, playing
video games or napping, and using the bathroom is readily available.
What is a Class B+ Motorhome?
Class B+ Motorhome, is also commonly referred to as the van camper. The
Class B motorhome is a panel-truck that has been customized to include
temporary sleeping, eating and bathroom facilities.
Brands: Melbourne
Size: 16 to 21 feet
Cost:
Sleeps: Up to 4 people
Features:
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The Class B+ is most economical, versatile and
maneuverable of the motorized RVs. The van camper is easily loaded and
readied for any travel occassion and doubles as a second family vehicle
or as a carpool for commuters.
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It is makes a fine towing vehicle and often used
in tandem with a camping trailer -- especially with one that is not
equipped with full bathroom facilities.
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The Class B+ motorhome is narrower than other RVs
because it utilizes the space within the existing van body. However,
most are equipped with a raised roof, and sometimes dropped floors
providing full stand-up room.
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With their compact size and many amenities, van
campers can provide comfortable living space and essentials for couples
and young families.
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