Class C Motor Home Helpful Information

Typically not as expensive as its Class A counterpart, the Class C motor home is smaller, weighing 18,000 lbs. The Class C motor home commonly is 10 feet high and 32 feet long, and it is built on a conventional chassis. This frame often makes it look like a van from the front view. In the Class C motor home, there is often a sleeping area or living space above the driving compartment cab.

Some versions of the Class C motor home sleep up to six people comfortably. When driving and traveling in the Class C motor home, it is important to pay added attention to the weight on board and what is in storage.

Some RVers have purchased a Class C motor home and transformed it into a motorcoach that they live in full time on the road. Some other RVers purchase a Class C motor home to take weekend trips or vacations. The Class C motor home has a living space that maximizes efficiency when parked or driving. One example of this is when the fold out bed is also the dinette. The kitchen and bath areas are also small but accommodating. If you can afford to expand the living space with adding a slide-out or pop-up, then you can do so. You can also upgrade the inside of the recreational vehicle with added amenities.

Begin by looking at the different makes and models available for the Class C RV. You are sure to find one for you, either new or used. The various types of the motor home come in different prices. Look at the options available to see if the Class C recreational vehicle is perfect for you.

What is the typical Class C recreational vehicle price range?

Some Class C RVs start at $40,000, and then can range up to $80,000 (or more). The basic version typically offers the following: fresh water tank; sewer tank; power outlets; generator; as well as kitchen, sleeping, and bathing areas. Amenities can be purchased depending on your need. The interior of the RV will typically have paneling or plywood with a real wood feel. While most Class C RVs come with gas engines, you could special order a diesel engine. It could be expensive.

Four Class C RV advantages:

1. The Class C is not as large as a Class A motorhome, so it often costs less.

2. Easier to drive than a Class A or travel trailer

3. You can park it almost anywhere that a van will fit.

4. You can find new and used motor homes online.

Julie Jacobs enjoys writing about RVs, such as Class C motor homes and traveling. Read more at www.PedataRVCenter.com.