Choosing The Right Fifth Wheel
One of the more recent innovations in towed recreational vehicles is the fifth wheel, which has a unique coupling that makes for greater stability on the highway while also allowing for a more luxurious and spacious camping experience. These trailers are only becoming more popular as people opt to upgrade how they travel.
If you’re curious about fifth wheels, but you’re not sure what to consider when you’re shopping for one, read this guide by the folks at Sun City RV in Peoria, AZ! We’re more than happy to help you with whatever you need when it comes to recreational vehicles.
Consider Size
Fifth wheels can vary in a lot of ways, but they are mainly all fairly sizeable trailers. This means that you get spacious interiors with plenty of ceiling clearance for taller campers, lots of storage, extra bunks, and a roomy kitchen with larger appliances so you can cook like you do at home.
Some models have another private bedroom or bathroom to benefit big families who are traveling together, and slide-outs can further expand the space. You’ll feel like you’re right at home wherever you are in a fifth wheel!
Towing Vehicle
With a fifth wheel, you’ll either need to have or purchase the right towing vehicle to be able to use it. Fifth wheels have a unique coupling that locks into the bed of a half-ton or larger pickup truck, with the hitch of the trailer extending over the rear axle of your towing vehicle to lock into place. This gives you added stability while towing, even if the rig is bigger than a small bumper-pull trailer. You’ll still want to practice driving with your fifth wheel hitched up to your truck so you can be confident when you hit the highway.
Want to see some great fifth wheels available? Our inventory changes daily. Visit our website www.SunCityRV.com or our location in Peoria, AZ to tour our full inventory!