Important Details to Consider When Buying a Camper Trailer

A camper trailer is typically very lightweight and easy to tow, even with a smaller vehicle, and is also simple to set up and get into position on your campground. A camper trailer is also typically very easy to tear down when you're ready to head home. These trailers are a great choice for those who love to camp at a moment's notice or for those who spend more time outdoors than they do in the camper when they're on holiday. When you're ready to choose a camper trailer for yourself, note a few important details to consider so you know you'll get the right one and that you'll be happy with that choice for many years and many camping holidays to come!

Off-road models

Never assume that the extra price you pay for an off-road camper trailer is just a waste; rough and bumpy roads are very damaging to lightweight axles, hinges, and mounting points for items like water tanks and kitchen fixtures. Smaller and thinner tyres won't offer enough cushioning against all those bumps and dips and may also suffer more wear and tear from rough gravel and unpaved roads. If you tend to camp in rustic areas that take you off the highway when you haul your camper trailer, invest in an off-road model so that it will require less repair and maintenance over time.

Tent

Camper trailers will typically have an attached tent, either for sleeping or for use during the day. Examine the tent carefully on any model you're thinking of buying; is the stitching even and does the thread seem wide and durable? Is the frame even, or does it tend to sag in the middle? Also note if the tent has a floor and, if so, how easily it can be removed to be cleaned.

Kitchen

A camper trailer will usually have a pull-out kitchen area, made of either wood or metal. A wood kitchen may offer more drawers and other storage areas, since wood is easier to cut and fabricate than metal. However, wood can soon look worn and dirty and may get weakened from absorbing humidity over time.

Note the benchtop size and whether it would be sufficient for your food prep needs. Consider, too, the size of a stovetop and if it would accommodate your cooking utensils. If there is a sink, note if the connections for the water tank are easily accessible, so you won't struggle to attach a water hose every time you want to prep a meal or wash dishes.

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