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MOTORHOME BUYERS GUIDE |
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A Class A Motorhome is generally the largest RV found in the Motorized category. Class A's are built on specially designed motor vehicle chassis usually found from companies such as: Ford, Chevy, Freightliner, and Spartan to name a few. Most highline Motorhomes are found in this Class A category. Class A's are available generally with Gas or Diesel engines. Multiple slide-outs are common. Living systems usually have heating, electricity, air conditioning, water and propane gas; a wide choice of appliance and entertainment choices are also available. Amenities include all the essentials (galley with large fridge, microwave/oven, cooktop, dining area, living area, bedroom, and bathroom). |
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Class A Motorhomes are either gas or diesel powered.
Diesel powered Class A's Motorhomes generally cost more than gas-powered.
Diesel powered Class A's are referred to as diesel pushers
or diesel pullers depending upon where
the engine is situated. They are
sometimes referred to as diesel coaches
and if built on a 'bus' chassis, a 'bus
conversion'. |
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Class A Motorhomes offer the luxury and convenience of home
while traveling. They offer a wide array of choices for features, and
interiors and are usually considered the most luxurious. |
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| Price Range: |
$50,000 to $750,000 (Average Price Range:
$80,000 to $200,000) |
| Length: |
30' to 40' (Normal Range) |
| Width: |
96" (Standard) |
| Sleeps: |
2 in a rear double or queen bed and 4 more up front in dinette and couch conversion
(Normal)
depending upon the Class A Motorhome
model and floorplan. |
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A Class B Motorhome is commonly referred to as a “Van Camper”. They are built on a van chassis with an elevated roof. They are
also known as “Van Conversions” and
"Touring Coaches". Amenities include cooking facilities, sink, small fridge, convertible bed/dinette, toilet facilities, electric and water hook-ups, waste water tanks, air-conditioning, and heater. They have everything that one needs with less space. Gas mileage usually ranges within 18-25 mpg.
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Class B Motorhomes offer versatility and great savings in fuel
usage. They can work as a second family vehicle and can be used
for light towing. Interior space is limited so they are best suited for couples
or couples with small children. |
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| Price Range: |
$45,000 to $95,000 (Average Price Range:
$40,000 to $60,000) |
| Length: |
16' to 23' (Normal) |
| Width: |
78" to 85" (Standard) |
| Sleeps: |
two to four people
depending on the Class B Motorhome
model and floorplan. |
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A Class C Motorhome,
or "mini-motohome"
is built on an automotive manufactured van chassis with an attached cab section. They offer many of the amenities and comforts of a Class A Motorhome for a lesser cost in a generally smaller unit. They have enough living space with standard amenities such as kitchen with fridge, microwave/oven, cooktop, dining area, living area, bedroom, bathroom, washer and dryer, appliance and entertainment, and various optional features to choose from. |
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Class C Motorhomes offer the luxury and convenience of home while on the road and
usually work best for budget-minded RVers. Considering the overhead cab sleeping
space, Class C’s usually sleep more than Class A’s and work well for larger families. |
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| Price Range: |
$40,000 to $120,000 (Average Price Range:
$60,000 to $80,000 |
| Length: |
20' to 32' (Normal) |
| Width: |
96" (Standard) |
| Sleeps: |
max. of 8 people depending on the
Class C Motorhome model and floorplan. |
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