RVs Under 8,500 lbs: Luxury, Space, and Capability

Why Choose an RV Under 8,500 lbs?

Stepping up into this weight category opens the door to a higher level of RVing:

• Residential Amenities: At this weight, you gain access to luxury features like king-sized beds, spacious walk-in showers, full-sized residential refrigerators, and high-end entertainment centers that are often not available in lighter models.

• Superior Tank & Storage Capacity: These rigs are designed for extended stays. You will find significantly larger fresh, grey, and black water tanks, as well as massive pass-through storage compartments for all your gear, outdoor furniture, and adventure equipment.

• Robust Construction: Designed to be towed by properly equipped half-ton or three-quarter-ton trucks, these models often feature more durable wall construction, upgraded insulation packages (like Grand Design’s extreme weather packages), and heavy-duty chassis designs.

• Home-Away-From-Home Comfort: These floorplans provide the volume and layout sophistication needed for "snowbirding" or long-term seasonal camping, ensuring you never feel cramped, regardless of how long you are on the road.

The Hiemstra Advantage for Premium Towables

Selecting an RV of this weight requires careful attention to your tow vehicle’s total capability:

• Complete Towing System Analysis: We go beyond the "dry weight." We evaluate your vehicle's Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) and payload capacity to ensure your total package—truck, trailer, and cargo—is safe and stable.

• Hitch & Brake Expertise: With heavier rigs, the right weight-distribution hitch and trailer brake setup are non-negotiable. We help you choose and install the best equipment to ensure smooth handling and effective stopping power.

• Factory-Certified Luxury Service: These coaches are packed with high-end systems. Our service team is factory-trained by Jayco and Grand Design to maintain, winterize, and repair the complex appliances and electronics that make these rigs so comfortable.

Visit Our London Showroom

If you are ready for a higher standard of travel, the under-8,500 lbs category offers the perfect blend of luxury and capability. Visit Hiemstra Trailer Sales in London, Ontario, to walk through our premium inventory and consult with our experts on the best setup for your truck and lifestyle.