Popup camper
A pop-up camper, also referred to as a tent trailer or folding trailer, is a type of towable recreational vehicle that can be collapsed for easy storage and transport.
Features
A conventional pop-up consists of a trailer frame, a box, a hard roof, pull-out bunks and "soft" walls. The walls are made of vinyl, canvas, or a similar material, and include windows with screens.Basic popups usually include the following features: fold-down dinette, on-board fresh water tank, sink, 12-volt DC power system, interior DC lighting, two sleeping bunks and storage cabinets. Many pop-ups also include a gas or electric absorption refrigerator, stove, rooftop air conditioner, propane furnace, water heater, electric water pump, exterior shower, skylight or roof vent, one or two propane tanks, electric or surge brakes, large storage trunk at the front of the box, and an awning. Some premium models also include a shower, toilet, wastewater tanks, slide-out section, microwave, and an oven.
Since space is at a premium in popup campers, it is common for a single structure to serve multiple purposes. Generally, the dinette, which can seat four people for a meal, can be converted into a bed to provide additional sleeping space. Likewise, the couch, if present, can usually be folded down into a bed. Often, the inside table and the gas stove can be taken outside and attached to the side of the camper.
Dimensions
Modern pop-ups range in weight from approximately to pounds empty or full. Models are generally classified by the length of their box, which ranges from to. When opened, the length is roughly double the box length. Most pop-ups are between and in width and between and in height when closed, but "high wall" models are tall. Published sleeping capacities range from 4 to 8 people.Types
In addition to the traditional pop-up campers described above, there are a number of special types of pop-ups on the market:; High wall pop-ups : Feature a taller box which allows for residential-height countertops and more storage space.
; Motorcycle campers : Lightweight pop-ups small enough to be pulled by a motorcycle.
; Toyhauler pop-ups : Include an open cargo deck for transporting ATVs, UTVs, motorcycles, etc.
; Off-road pop-ups: Feature rugged construction and raised suspension for off road use.
; A-frame : small solid wall folding camper.
; Flip-out camper : Features a roof which flips over to become a bunk. Uses a tent roof instead of a hard roof. Forward fold, rear fold or double/dual fold. If roof becomes floor, can be soft floor or hard floor.
; Inflatable trailer: Sets up quickly by blowing compressed air into side walls and roof