These trailers tow as small packages but expand upon reaching the campsite into roomy cabins on wheels. Once erected, they extend ten to fifteen feet in length. Their low profile saves on gasoline, provides greater stability when towing, and decreases buffeting by wind and passing cars and trucks. They don't provide quite as many amenities found in most RVs. You'll usually find rental units with either no bath or with porta potties instead of complete bathrooms, although some fold-downs do have offer bathroom facilities.
Galleys provide sinks, two burner stoves, and ice boxes instead of refrigerators.
Holding tanks, if they have them, are small. Sleeping facilities accommodate up to eight people. With this unit, you'll usually need to plan on using the bathroom facilities at the RV park or campground you are staying at. Truck Campers Truck campers are popular with sportsmen since they're great for back country travel. They're especially popular in Canada for wilderness use.