You can expect an average pop up camper weight to be about 2,000 pounds (907 kg) of dry weight, which refers to the weight of the camper without any liquids, passengers, or cargo.
In most cases, you'll also need to add an additional 1,500 pounds (680 kg) of gear and other weight to get a more "realistic" example.
With the wide variety of different pop ups available, you can find one that fits your needs. Each kind of style offers unique features such as kitchens, extra exterior storage, rugged wheels for rough terrain, better views of the outdoors, or a more hard-shell design. You have to determine what type best fits your needs and lifestyle.
Typically the lighter you go, the less amenities you'll have.
5 Example Pop Up Camper Weights
The following chart features example pop up camper weights of specific models ranging from the lightest to heaviest used on the road. Additional details can be found on the manufacturer's websites. Here's the pop up camper weight chart:
Pop Up Camper Model | Average Weight | RV Length | Sleeps |
|---|---|---|---|
Sylvan Sport Sport GO  | 840 pounds | 12 feet | 2 people |
Forest River Flagstaff E-PRO 12RK  | 1,164 pounds | 11 ft 4 in | 2 people |
Taxa Cricket Trek  | 1,500 pounds | 15 feet | 2 people |
Forest River Flagstaff SE 207SE  | 2,076 pounds | 10 feet | 6 people |
Coachmen Clipper Classic  | 2,702 pounds | 23 ft 5 in | 6 people |
Can Your Vehicle Tow Your Pop Up Camper?
Before you hitch up and hit the road, it's important to know if your vehicle can actually tow your camper. A large truck or SUV can handle the largest of campers with ease. Although there are other options that can get you better gas mileage when traveling for long road trips. Make sure to check your vehicle's towing capacity. This can be found in your owner's manual or the manufacturer's website as your gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
We opted to tow our pop up camper with a van in order to get better gas mileage, and make for more comfortable travels. The tow rating of the 2007 Honda Odyssey is 3,500 pounds. Our pop up weighs around 2,000 pounds so we would have an additional 1,500 pounds of wiggle room for gear, clothing, and people in the vehicle.
You DO NOT want to completely max out your vehicle's tow rating. Despite what some RV sales people may say, you want to have a good amount of wiggle room between how much your camper weighs and what your vehicle can tow. If you go over, you can cause some serious damage to your transmission and engine.
Additional Pop Up Camper Resources
There are many other things you'll want to know about pop up campers if you're considering a purchase. The weight of your pop up is one of the many factors that can go into the decision making process.
Read more about pop up campers here:
To Conclude
Pop up campers are a light weight solution for those looking to get an RV or travel trailer. Each style offers a wide range of amenities that benefit different types of people interested in camping.
You can also opt to rent a local pop up camper with Outdoorsy, to get a feel for it before you consider a purchase.
It's also important to note that the only true way to get an accurate measurement of your total weight is to use a local CAT scale, or other equivalent roadside scale. By driving onto the platform you can get a reading of your total pop up camper weight.
Hope this guide helps, and happy camping!