Selecting the Right RV for You Class B Motorhomes

Class B Motorhomes

Also commonly referred to as a "camper van," the Class B motorhome is a panel-truck that has been customized to include temporary sleeping, eating and bathroom facilities.

Size: 16 to 21 feet

Cost:

Average: $43,600
Range: Most available from $33,000 to $65,000 new, $5,000 to $15,000 used, depending on age, mileage and wear and tear.

Sleeps: Up to 4 people

Advantages:

The Class B is the most economical, versatile and maneuverable of the motorized RVs. The van camper is easily loaded and readied for any travel occasion and doubles as a second family vehicle or as a carpool for commuters.
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.
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.
With their compact size and many amenities, van campers can provide comfortable living space and essentials for couples and young families.

Disadvantages:

Compared to a motorhome, Class B's are small. For a man over six-foot, some seem really small. Few would allow any person over six feet tall to stand up inside.
For the price, many great new and used larger motorhomes can be bought.
In a Class B it's hard to remember sometimes that you're not just driving a van, which can be bad if you go under a low over hang and fail to calculate two or three extra feet of RV on your roof.

Choose this Type RV If:

You can afford the extra luxury;
You plan to RV often in areas where a bigger motorhome would be impractical;
You don't know how often your kids will be joining you in your camping adventures;
You need the size and carrying space of a van but still want RV appointments you won't find in a regular van or minivan.

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