| A lot of people ask what is the difference between | | | | come a lot bigger but, that can be a down fall, due |
| a Class 'C' and a Class 'A'. Let me first start by telling | | | | to the fact that most campgrounds and RV parks |
| you that Class A's are typically more expensive than | | | | only accommodate certain sizes. This can limit an |
| a Class C. However, both have their advantages and | | | | RVer's choices on where they want or can stay. |
| disadvantages, for example the Class A's seem to | | | | Also, Class A's can cost more to buy, insure and |
| have more storage than the average Class C, but | | | | maintain (check with your insurer and local RV service |
| the Class C is usually easier to store given the sizes | | | | shop). |
| typically max out at 31ft. | | | | Class C advantages: They sit lower to the ground |
| Then you have your super C's but, we wont get into | | | | which can make some people feel more comfortable. |
| that now. Also, just to point out the obvious, the | | | | They are easier to store if one is limited on the |
| Class A's are flat a front-end, like buses and Class C's | | | | space they have to store it. Class C's cost less which |
| have Van front-ends with overhead cabs in them | | | | is perfect if someone is just looking to get into their |
| (beds or entertainment units). | | | | first RV. This type of RV is family friendly because, |
| Class A advantages: They sit higher for better | | | | most Class C's have more sleeping in them. Given the |
| viewing of the road ahead. Class A's usually have | | | | fact that they have the overhead bed, and |
| higher ceilings inside for more space. The average | | | | nowadays can contain bunk beds (FYI so can some |
| Class A typically has a better turning radius than a | | | | A's). |
| Class C's. Most A's can tow more than the average | | | | Class C disadvantages: This type of RV can come |
| Class C. This could mean the difference between | | | | with a lot less amenities such as, no leveling jacks, |
| someone buying a C or A because, they might have | | | | smaller holding capacity on the tanks (which could |
| to tow a large vehicle or boat behind them. A's tow | | | | mean having to fill up more often). Don't forget some |
| around 5,000-8,000 lbs while C's tow around | | | | Class C's can't tow very much. The cab area for the |
| 3,500-5,000lbs. | | | | driver is a lot smaller given the type of front-end on |
| The Class A RV, can also give a person more room | | | | the vehicle. |
| because, they have bigger slide-outs on them which | | | | All in all, do your research if your considering either |
| can open the unit up a lot when they arrive to their | | | | type RV. This is just to give someone an idea as far |
| destination. Don't forget that most of the A's come | | | | as differences between the two types of Motor |
| with a lot more bells and whistles like, leveling jacks, | | | | Homes. What ever you decide on don't over analyze |
| flat screen TV's, bigger motors, more holding | | | | your decision, most people trade-in their RV's every |
| capacity on tanks, more luxuries in general. | | | | 2 years. So don't be surprised if you upgrade or even |
| Class A RV disadvantages: The Class A can cost | | | | downgrade. |
| substantially more than a Class C. The sizes may | | | | |