6 Best fifth wheel under 30 feet (with photos) (2022) (2023)

Last updated on June 16, 2022 byted mosby

Fifth wheels make great campers. They are easy to transport, offer a lot of space and more height compared to most motorhomes on the market.

However, many five-wheeled RVs are huge and heavy. This leaves out those with smaller trucks and garages.

A short fifth wheel has several advantages. They are easier to tow as they are lighter, cheaper, and ideal for people who just want to camp with a few people.

There aren't many compact fifth wheels on the road, but there are plenty that will leave you guessing which ones are the best!

Don't worry about finding compact fifth wheels because we've got you covered.

This article will look at the best fifth wheel under 30 feet.

photo	Name
	KZ 231RK de Atleta
	Jayco Eagle 29.5BHDS
	rascal 19
	escape 5.0TA
	Dutch Astoria 2513RLF
	Winnebago Micro Minnie 2405RG

What are the best fifth wheels under 30 feet?

1. KZ 231RK de Atleta

it is231RK de KZmeasures 24 feet 5 inches long. As a result, it's only about 4 feet longer than the Escape.

The Sportsman is not made of fiberglass. Therefore, it weighs 6,170 pounds. With the roof air conditioner, the exterior height is 11 feet 11 inches. Unfortunately, that only equates to a 75-inch internal height.

While this variant doesn't offer any additional headroom, it offers a much roomier layout.

The front of the Sportsman contains a queen-size mattress with plenty of room to move around. This also allows for separate lockers on each side of the bed.

Behind the bed is a full bathroom with a walk-in shower. There is also a linen closet in the bedroom. Going down the stairs to the living room you will find a sofa that converts to a slide and a dining area with a TV.

The kitchen is attached to the rear of the trailer and is folded down on one side to create more space. They have a 3 burner stove with an oven instead of two burners.

The fresh water tank holds 45 gallons, the black water tank holds 53 gallons, and the gray water tank holds 85 gallons.

Combine that with the Sportsman's 60-gallon propane tank and you have a fifth wheel that can easily roll off the grid.

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2. Jayco Eagle HT 29.5BHDS

it isAdler HTThe template has some floor plans over 30 feet long and some under 30 feet long. At 29 feet 6 inches long, the Type BHDS is, in our opinion, the most intriguing of Jayco Eagle's fifth wheel designs.

The front of the fifth wheel offers a beautiful bedroom with a queen size bed, two nightstands and two closets. It also comes with a larger station and an impressive chest of drawers that sits over the driver's-side handle.

This fifth wheel also includes a rear quarter. This room has a bunk bed with 2 double beds. In addition to these beds, you have a small station nearby.

In the middle of the fifth wheel is a beautiful kitchen, dining room, living room with sofa and electric fireplace. This layout appears to be quite spacious and can comfortably fit six RVs.

The main disadvantage is that there is only one bathroom available. This bathroom is really nice, but with six people it can get overloaded quickly.

Regarding the interior height, the main living area is 2.10 meters, while the bedrooms are 1.80 meters. This is a definite step up from the other fifth wheels we've seen. They are just 1 inch from the ceiling height of a typical interior home, at 7 feet 11 inches.

This trailer weighs 8,870 pounds unpacked, and while Jayco promises a half-ton pickup can tow it, we've never seen one with that much towing capacity.

Still, I think many 1-ton trucks could tow this 5th wheel.

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3. Camp 19

it israscal 19It is a beautiful compact fiberglass fifth wheel with two different versions and designs to choose from. The base model and the deluxe model are two such models.

The finishes are the main difference between the two. You can also choose an alternate floor plan with a slightly different kitchen layout than the deluxe model.

Despite only being 19 feet to work with, Scamp manages to fit a queen-size mattress in the loft, complete with a wet room, nice kitchen, and dining area for four. This small dinette also converts to a bed, allowing four people to sleep peacefully.

The overall height of the Scamp 19 is 8 feet 10 inches, allowing for an internal height of 6 feet 3 inches. That's not a lot of space when it comes to a fifth wheel, but it's plenty for a trailer with an internal length of just 17 feet 10 inches and a width of just 6 feet 6 inches.

A 12 gallon fresh water tank and 2 burner propane stove are included with the RV. The stove, heater, refrigerator, and water heater are powered by two propane tanks.

The fact that the trailer weighs just over 3,000 pounds will appeal to half-ton owners. This means that even 4-cylinder trucks should have no problem towing it.

These campers are handcrafted in Minnesota and made to order. You need to buy a used Scamp 19 or contact the company for exact pricing.

However, it's worth noting that they can be quite hard to find on the used market. These caravans are kept for a long time and even used ones command a high price.

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4. Escape 5.0TA

Another GRP semi-trailer is theescape 5.0TA🇧🇷 Compared to other fifth wheels, it is a bit bigger and more elegant. The outside length is 21 feet 2 inches and the height is 9 feet 7 inches.

While the extra height on the outside makes this motorhome a bit more difficult to transport than the Scamp, it offers a lot more space on the inside. In fact, some models of this RV have a 7-foot clearance.

It also has a significantly higher water capacity due to the added length and width. Included are a 28 gallon fresh water tank, a 30 gallon black water tank, and a 28 gallon gray water tank.

Inside, the layout is quite similar to the Scamp. It has a queen size mattress in the front with a dining room in the back and a kitchen and bathroom in the middle.

The big difference is that the bed is laid out lengthwise rather than widthwise, giving you a bit more space in the middle.

For a fifth wheel, the Escape is still pretty light. It has a dry weight of 3,810 pounds and a gross vehicle weight of 5,500 pounds.

That means many half-ton trucks can tow this trailer.

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5. Dutch Astoria 2513RLF

The Dutchmen Astoria is a fifth wheel that comes in a variety of sizes, all measuring approximately 30 feet long. The 2513RLF design, on the other hand, is the only one that comes in under 30 feet.

The RLF is 29 feet 6 inches long and weighs 7,703 pounds. It has a 50 gallon volume of fresh water, a 39 gallon volume of gray water, and a 39 gallon volume of black water.

This fifth wheel attracts attention because it seems to have been created exclusively for the comfort of two people. The front of the trailer has a large bedroom with closets, a queen-size mattress, and a pull-out closet.

There is direct access to a large bathroom with a separate shower and a compact linen closet.

The kitchen includes a 3-burner stove, oven, microwave, and two sinks. There is also a huge fridge and a U-shaped dining area.

Directly out front is a fireplace and entertainment center with theater-style seating for two. Seating is at side tables on either side of the theater.

This arrangement would be ideal for a couple who do not have children and do not wish to entertain overnight.

The plan was able to make things comfortable and large for the two people it was built for, without having to make room for more beds.

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6. Winnebago Micro Minnie 2405RG

There are three floor plans in theSerie Winnebago Micro Minnie🇧🇷 The design of the 2405RG is more similar to some other fifth wheels. It includes a queen mattress, two closets, and even a wall-mounted TV in the bedroom.

You find yourself in the living room past the bathroom, which has a sofa, armoire, extendable dining table, and small entertainment center.

The door and kitchen are at the back of the motorhome. This kitchen includes a double sink, 3-burner stove, oven, and microwave. Although the fridge is a bit smaller, it still has a fridge and freezer.

They also installed a little backsplash behind the stove, which is a wonderful touch!

The Micro Mini is 26 feet 9 inches long with an internal height of 7 inches and an external height of 11 feet 5 inches. Contains a 31 gallon fresh water tank and a 25 gallon black water tank.

It also includes a 50-gallon capacity gray water tank.

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conclusion

Fifth wheels come in a variety of dimensions on the market, and if you have a pickup truck, chances are there is a fifth wheel you can install.

Even large families can fit within 30 feet of the fifth wheel, so don't think you're limited just because you don't want to tow something bigger.

This article has selected and discussed the best fifth wheels under 30 feet for your convenience in choosing the best fifth wheel to meet the needs of your entire family.

We hope this article can help with the mentioned objective.

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