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Please read the ad thoroughly and email your number with your questions and any interest and I'll get to you ASAP. Up for sale is a RARE half ton capable truck camper that weighs 1400lbs. Due to its light weight it can be used on a 6.5’ or 8’ bed. This 1994 Northern Lite 9-6 is a Canadian made two piece fiberglass 4 season truck camper. The camper has a Queen bed and a wrap around dinette that converts to a double bed. All systems work like new. The non smoking, no pet unit has always been stored in a heated building when it wasn’t being used. We just got back from a 6 week trip and ordered a 2024 model like this one. We replaced the mattress with a new gel foam mattress similar to one you would have at home. A new Coleman 15,000 A/C with a soft starter (makes it easy to run on a small generator) was installed in January. The insulation on these campers are 1” thick foam. The camper left the factory with a weight of 1,464lbs but the Refrigerator was converted to a DC powered Norcold Refrigerator that weighs a lot less and draws much less power.
This will fit most any half-ton, 3/4 ton or 1 ton truck. It has been used on a Tundra and our 1 ton 2023 F-350 that we bought to carry our new unit. Tie down mounts are truck specific but all other accessories need like turnbuckles, black hose, power cable etc are included.
The o-ring seals were replaced on the hydraulic jacks to ensure they stay safe and sturdy, When buying a used truck camper, it’s extremely important to make sure these are very stable. Hijacker Hydraulic jacks are made of Galvanized steel, won’t rust, and they can be rebuilt indefinitely. You can remove them and save 140lbs of weight if you don’t need them on your truck for your trip.
Completely self sustainable on battery or generator, with two grill sized propane tanks. There are no leaks of any kind, roof, plumbing or propane (never has been). We have gone through it thoroughly before our last trip. We are meticulous about keeping our things in order and replacing parts as needed. Under inspection, you will see as you walk around exterior you can see many parts such as connection points are replaced periodically so that they function like new. The group 27 battery was installed 2 months ago and it is wired to charge as you drive your truck using the 7 pin connecter from your truck’s alternator so you don’t have to worry about running a propane fridge while you drive. (This causes a lot of fires in RV’s). Included is a platform that is made for this unit that it can sit on in storage or be used to add height for clearance over the truck cab for super duty trucks. You always want something under them like plywood or rubber mats to protect the gel coat.
Northern Lite’s of this vintage are highly sought after due to being lighter and the fiberglass will last forever, even if you don’t take care of it all that well. The weight of this camper will fit just about every truck -half ton or larger on the market today.
You can use it on a long or short bed truck, it has an aluminum platform that we store it on but it can also be laid in a shorter truck bed truck that extends to the rear to support the overhanging weight.
New units cost $60k plus at dealers before fees, taxes and other costs such as the expensive mounting hardware that I'm including with mine. Our new one was well over $73k. But these are serious campers for any climate that can go anywhere and keep you comfortable.
If you would like to purchase or have questions, please email me your phone number and I'll call you soon. $16k Cash or certified Check. The price is firm. We have title but our state and most states don’t require title and consider it personal property/ truck accessory/ cargo.
Specifications:
1409lbs Empty Weight (Factory Tag says 1464lbs but refrigerator was changed)
30 Gallons Fresh Water
30 gallon grey
15 gallon black
5 Gallon Propane Water Heater
(2) 20lb grill style propane tanks
25 Amp Converter Charges Battery and Powers Unit
DC Truck Battery Charger (While Truck is running) 4 HiJacker Hydraulic Detachable Jacks
DC Water pump and City Water Connection 15,000 BTU Coleman AC with Heat (2024)
15 Gallon Black Tank All 12volt LED lighting
Battery set up for external ground solar panels.
FAQs
What size of truck do I need? When buying your new Northern Lite truck camper it's critical that you have the right size of truck. Northern Lite 8-11 and 9-6 truck campers need a minimum of a 3/4 Ton pickup such as a Ford F-250, Dodge Ram 2500, or a Chevy Silverado 2500 and GMC Sierra 2500.
Where are Northern Lite truck campers made? ›
The Northern Lite manufacturing plant, located in Kelowna BC, is a modern facility that handles the end-to-end construction of every Northern Lite truck camper built.
What is the weight of a Northern Lite truck camper? ›
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|
| Dry Weight | 3,285 pounds |
| Wet Weight* | 4,305 pounds |
| Floor Length | 131″ |
| Overall Length | 218″ |
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Expensive materials such as aluminum and fiberglass are used by RV manufacturers to ensure truck campers are lightweight but strong. Additionally, many include stainless steel features and are insulated using top-of-the-line insulations. These pricey materials add up quickly, forcing the retail price up as well.
Do Northern Lite campers leak? ›
The Northern Lite (and Bigfoot) top clamshell overlaps the bottom, so it will not leak even if not sealed or fastened.
Do Northern Lite campers have slides? ›
The light weight and simplicity (read: no slide) appeals to us, and we're looking for a camper that will last us well into retirement - 20 years or more.
How heavy of a truck camper can I have? ›
If you remain in the truck, make sure that you subtract your own weight from the total provided. To determine payload capacity, you simply subtract the Curb Weight from the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. The total of 4,212 lbs is the maximum weight that your truck can haul including camper, passengers, and cargo.
How much does a real lite truck camper weigh? ›
Unloaded Weight 1,594 lb. Fresh Water Capacity 15.00 gal. LP Tank Capacity 20 lb.
How much does a Northern Lite 610 weight? ›
The weight of the Northern Lite 610 is approximately 1,500lbs and goes up based on options.
Do camper trailers hold their value? ›
Brand-new RVs start losing value as soon as they're driven off the lot and continue to lose value throughout the first year rapidly. The RV depreciation rate increases at a steady rate after that until your RV hits double digits in age. Once an RV is ten years old or older, its value drops more rapidly.
If you are not sure which category you fit into, The Outpost RV is here to help.
- Pro: Versatility. Since a truck camper is not towed behind a pickup truck like some other RVs, this frees up the “tow vehicle” to tow other things. ...
- Pro: Low Maintenance. ...
- Con: Space Limits. ...
- Con: Bad For People With Disabilities.
Driving a truck camper is certainly going to be one of these easiest RV transport experiences you'll encounter, but that doesn't mean it isn't going to take some work. You'll need to practice behind the wheel, so to give you some starter tips, we here at The Outpost RV have covered some of the most basic concerns.
How do I know if a truck camper will fit my truck? ›
Here are the steps for the Truck First path:
- Weigh your truck at a CAT Scale or other certified weight scale. ...
- Calculate your truck's payload capacity. ...
- Measure your truck's furthest center of gravity point. ...
- Measure your truck's exterior dimensions for camper fit compatibility.
The weight range for a Travel Trailer is between 1,250 – 8,500 lbs. If you have a Travel Trailer under 3,500 lbs, you will be fine with a mid-size pickup truck. Most Travel Trailers fall in the 4,000 lbs range, so you need a Full-Size Pickup truck to tow them safely.
Can a 1500 truck carry a camper? ›
Since many Ram 1500 truck models have over a 10,000-pound max tow capacity, the Ram 1500 is generally capable enough to most travel trailers. Truck bed campers, also known as slide-in campers, are a type of recreational vehicle that is designed to fit in the bed of a pickup truck.
Can a 1500 pull a camper? ›
Half-ton trucks are extremely popular tow vehicles. Travel trailers that fit within their payload and towing capacities average from 1,000 to 2,000 pounds and 5,000 to 13,000 pounds respectively. Popular half-ton trucks include the Ford F-150, Ram 1500, Chevrolet Silverado, Nissan Titan, and GMC Sierra 1500.
