[7 BEST] Lightweight Travel Trailers (Under 24 Feet!)

The best lightweight travel trailers under 24 feet are the ones that will be the easiest to tow behind any vehicle. The first thing you’ll want to do is make sure you have enough power in your truck or SUV’s engine.

I have compiled a list of the 7 Best lightweight Travel Trailers Under 24 Feet that can be towed by most cars.

For people who know they’re going to live full-time in their trailer, there are plenty of models available with more features than ever before like kitchens and bathrooms.

Read More: 11 Best Small RVs With a Shower and Toilet

7 Best Lightweight Travel Trailers Under 24 Feet

KZ Sportsmen Classic 181BH

Overview:

KZ strives to produce low-cost RVs with traditional appeal in a variety of floor plans. Their Sportsmen Classic line is one of the company’s top travel trailer lines, and it is designed to be towed by most SUVs.

Another appealing feature of KZ is the free KZ RV app (available for both Android and iOS), which allows you to manage your trip from your phone.

The Sportsmen Classic collection is available in nine different floor plans. Three of these have tent beds, and the remaining three have at least two bunk beds. The 181BH model is our choice for this list because of its simple functionality.

The Sportsmen Classic 181BH is ideal for those who enjoy spending time outside. This travel trailer’s entry has a friction hinge door with a solid step system that relieves stress on the trailer’s side while your family runs in and out.

Features:

The largest sleeping space is a 54 x 80 bed in the open living space at the front of the trailer. The master bed features overhead storage, touch lighting, a 12V charger, and 110 plugs on both sides.

A set of 28 x 75 bunks is located just past the dinette slide. Because the dinette converts to a sleeping area, this small travel trailer can easily sleep six people.

KZ Sportsmen Classic 181BH Specs:

• Hitch weight: 370 lbs
• UVW: 2,840 lbs
• CCC: 660 lbs
• Exterior height: 9’4″ (without roof A/C)

Venture RV Sonic Lite SL169VBH

Overview:

One of our best picks for the best lightweight travel trailers under 24 feet. The Venture’s Sonic line was created to provide consumers with a travel trailer that is capable of towing without sacrificing comfort and style.

The Sonic Lite models are built with the same solid construction as the Venture Sonic line, but with a single axle frame for lighter weight and easier towing.

Features:

The Level Mate Pro system, which uses smartphone technology to level Venture RV’s towable RVs, is one of its distinguishing features. This means you can level your travel trailer on the first try, regardless of the time of day or night.

The Sonic Lite travel trailer is available in seven-floor plans and three decor options. Two of these models have bunks, and we’ve chosen to highlight the SL169VBH model because it doesn’t have any slides.

Slide-outs are great for adding extra space to an otherwise cramped trailer, but they can also be a pain to set up and maintain, which you may not always have time for.

The master bed in the SL169VBH is a 60 x 75 Murphy bed. During the day, this area serves as a dining area, complete with a free-standing table and fold-away chairs.

Venture RV Sonic Lite SL169VBH Specs:

• Hitch weight: 410 lbs
• UVW: 2,990 lbs
• CCC: 1,010 lbs
• Exterior height: 9’11” (with A/C)

Jayco Jay Flight SLX 174BH

Overview:

Jayco is one of the most well-known RV manufacturers, and their Jay Flight line is a best-seller. The Jay Flight SLX 7 line is intended to be a fun towable travel trailer with a smart design that allows for plenty of creative storage, functional lighting, and durable features.

Jayco is perhaps best known for its incredible two-year limited, three-year structural warranty, which means that investing in their travel trailers also provides you with peace of mind because they stand behind their product.

Features:

The SLX 7 line has six-floor plans to choose from, three of which (154BH, 174BH, and 184BS) include bunk-style sleeping.

The 174 BH model appeals to us because it provides both bunk sleeping space and a queen bed without the use of moving parts such as slides or the need to convert a space such as a dinette or a sofa.

The galley and dinette are direct across from one another, with the dinette having overhead cabinetry for storage and the kitchen having both cabinets and a full pantry.

The rear bunk beds are located along the dinette wall and have 4-inch-thick mats for a more comfortable sleeping surface. The top bunk folds up and out of the way, making this space ideal for extra storage.

Jayco Jay Flight SLX 174BH Specs:

• Hitch weight: 305 lbs
• UVW: 2,935 lbs
• CCC: 815 lbs
• Exterior height: 8’11”

Forest River r-pod 192

Overview:

Another one of our best picks for the best lightweight travel trailers under 24 feet. This one-of-a-kind r-pod 192 travel trailer provides affordable luxury with one of the lowest tow weights of 2979 pounds. The floorplan features a modern design with sleeping for up to four people.

The dinette allows for sleeping as well as working or dining. This model comes with a dry bath as well as an optional, removable outside kitchen.

Features:

• GVWR (fully loaded) 3900 lbs
• Length of 20.4 feet
• Fresh, gray, and black water tanks all 30 gallons
• 13.5 BTU air conditioner
• Murphy bed to increase square footage
• Central vacuum
• Outdoor shower
• Optional awning

Jayco Jay Flight SLX 7 183RB

Read More: Best Bunkhouse Trailers under 3000 lbs

Overview:

The Jayco Jay Flight has been the best-selling small travel trailer in North America for the past 15 years. This distinction is due to factors such as floorplan, quality construction, and affordability.

The Model 183RB comfortably sleeps 2-3 people and has a rear, spacious bath with a tub. There is plenty of counter space, and a large dinette makes mealtime a breeze.

Features of Jayco Jay Flight SLX 7 183RB:

• GVWR 4100
• Length of 21 feet
• 10-foot power awning with LED lights and speakers
• 14 inch Goodyear tires
• LED lighting
• 8000 BTU air conditioning

Winnebago Micro Minnie 2100BH

Overview:

The 2100BH model has a bunk that can sleep up to five people. This model has the most space of the Micro Winnie line of small travel trailers. The queen bed in the front end of the camper has a divider curtain for privacy.

Winnebago Micro Minnie 2100BH features include:

• GVWR 5000 lbs
• Length of 21.11 feet
• Exterior pack-n-play to easily add your gear
• USB charge ports and WiFi prep
• Wireless cell phone charger
• Microwave convection combo
• Dinette slide-out

Keystone Hideout 177RD

Overview:

Keystone’s low-cost Hideout line includes a wide range of single-axle small travel trailers and fifth wheels. All are covered by a three-year limited structural warranty.

The clean, crisp interior is visually appealing and offers all of the comforts of home. To meet your design requirements, there are two décor options. All units come with a new antenna that combines 4G LTE and WiFi.

Keystone Hideout 177RD Features:

• GVWR 4400 lbs
• Length of 21.5 feet
• 13.5 BTU air conditioner
• Exterior speakers
• Lighted, adjustable 10-foot awning
• Large pass-thru storage

Can A Normal Car Tow A 24 Foot Travel Trailer?

Yes, It can but there are a lot of factors to consider like Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).

This is basically what you need to determine if your average everyday car can tow your travel trailer:  The power of your vehicle (this tells us how powerful your engine needs to be)

The length and width of the vehicle (this will tell us if your vehicle has enough space in between the axles for all of the required components) The type of hitch that you’re using (we’ll get more into this later)

Where to find your vehicles axle information

Another way is to look at the back of your car where all of the license and registration information is located (normally under or around the window). When you’re looking at this area check for two pieces of vital information:

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

The first number tells you the overall weight rating of the vehicle while the second one will tell you how much your individual axle is rated to handle.

You’ll need both of these numbers in order to determine whether or not your car can tow a travel trailer. Let’s use the example below so we can see exactly what I’m talking about.

Conclusion

Whether you’re doing some serious off-road traveling or just looking for an economical way to spend a weekend at the lake, a small travel trailer may be just what you need.

These trailers are lightweight and relatively easy to tow, which is why the majority of campers who buy them tow them behind their daily drivers. They’re also compact enough that they can fit in nearly any driveway.

Resources:

Hideout

2100BH Model