Motorhome and caravan types
Every major motorhome category, defined with its real dimensions, weights and trade-offs.
Class A motorhome (coach-built)
Biggest interior inside the biggest footprint.
TypeClass B campervan (motorhome)
Van-based, goes anywhere, small footprint.
TypeClass C motorhome (over-cab bed version)
The over-cab bed: mid-size with two sleeping levels, at a price.
TypeTouring caravan (travel trailer)
The dependable caravan you tow behind the car.
TypeFifth-wheel trailer (North America)
A big-rig-style caravan that sits over the pickup's bed.
TypePop-up / folding caravan
A soft-sided tent you can tow behind almost anything.
TypeToy hauler (garage caravan)
A garage on wheels for motorbikes, quads and electric bikes.
TypePickup camper (slide-in)
A pop-top cabin that slides into the pickup's bed.
TypeStreamlined aluminium caravan
The aluminium egg: low drag, strong resale value.
TypeOff-road or expedition RV
Suspension, ground clearance and 400 litres of fresh water.
TypeEuropean campervan (Womo / Kastenwagen — German)
Compact, bus-legal, park nearly anywhere.
TypeTiny / lightweight caravan
Under 1,000 kg, towed by a petrol car.
TypeStatic caravan / lodge (holiday home)
Not for towing: a holiday home that stays on one pitch.
TypeBus or van conversion (skoolie)
A bus interior rebuilt from the shell up.
TypeAccessible or wheelchair-adapted RV
Step-free entry, roll-in showers, ramps and wheelchair restraints.