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chunker · 02-05-2019, 05:06 PM

Currently in an Itasca Horizon 40' DP and am planning to downsize. My initial planning was a 34+- 5th wheel but also thinking about a 30' C. What we would want would a layout with real queen bed, decent size shower, not a full wall slide, opposing slides in living area, diesel would be preferred, and NOT a thor. 2-3 years ago at the Tampa RV show we saw a new Tiffin C but didn't pay a lot of attention at the time. The MB sprinter chassis is attractive except for the 25' limitation, too small. A super C is a posibility but not sure what is available in that size. I would be towing a Jeep Wrangler so don't need heavy duty towing capability.

Used is being considered but not more than a few years old. A few years ago, before the current A, we walked through some Jayco Redhawk/Greyhawk Cs and were not impressed. Any suggestions on makes/models? My search of 30' C brought up some old threads and threads that were advocating smaller A.

WinnieView · 02-05-2019, 05:21 PM

Not 100% certain but that's a tough range with those requirements. We just moved from a 35' super C to the 25' C w/diesel, 40' DP before that and 36' gas.

Don't forget most builders are now owned by Thor.

We may move back up someday or sideways into trailers.

Slolane · 02-05-2019, 08:45 PM

Check out the Dynamax Isata 5 series. Dodge 5500 with Cummins turbo diesel, 10,000# tow capacity.

chunker · 02-05-2019, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Slolane

Check out the Dynamax Isata 5 series. Dodge 5500 with Cummins turbo diesel, 10,000# tow capacity.

I looked at that but for some reason they use an RV queen bed. Floor plan in one should have enough room for a real one. I'm early in researching this option.

Ron Dittmer · 02-05-2019, 11:41 PM

Phoenix USA offers MODEL 2910T that fits your description, but it measures 30'-10" bumper to bumper.

Anything in the 30 foot range, I would want those E+ rated tires that handle an extra 500 pounds per tire.

avfordguy · 02-10-2019, 09:55 PM

We went from the same, big dp with 3 slides ( 2 opposing in living area) to a 32ft class c with 2 slides (Fleetwood 31m) every class c we have looked at with 3 slides has a very small kitchen foot print. The Fleetwood 31m has almost a full size queen in the rear (( by 2 inches)) we have looked at Concord and winnebago. Am I missing something? Also 32 ft class c in south Texas in summer needs more than 1 15k roof unit.

spuds · 02-13-2019, 09:02 PM

One of the concerns with a 30+ ft E450-based C that has multiple slides is the NCCC. The length and slides take up a lot of the overal GVWR, leaving you with not much for stuff and people.

If looking for that sort of coach, especially with a larger bed, the Super C's will provide better margin. Renegade builds some really nice units.

Phil G. · 02-14-2019, 12:16 AM

The best non-expedition small motorhome you can buy in the U.S. is by Coach House.

They're only a Class B+ motorhome and their maximum length is only ~27 feet, so none of their models built on the Ford E450 chassis overtax that chassis.

Their entire coach shell is a single molded piece of fiberglass, so that means probably no leaks ever from exterior roof/wall seams.

Here's the link to the Coach House 27 footers - these floorplans look pretty open and roomy - and of course include a queen size bed, plus additional sleeping arrangements: Luxury Small Motorhomes | Fuel-Efficient Downsized Class C (Class B-Plus) RVs | Coach House Platinum 272XL

chunker · 02-14-2019, 08:48 AM

My "C" search is not encouraging at this time based on our wants/needs. Likely will go with an appropriate 5th wheel, looking at the Arctic Fox model.

Dizzee2020 · 02-14-2019, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Phil G.

The best non-expedition small motorhome you can buy in the U.S. is by Coach House.

They're only a Class B+ motorhome and their maximum length is only ~27 feet, so none of their models built on the Ford E450 chassis overtax that chassis.

Their entire coach shell is a single molded piece of fiberglass, so that means probably no leaks ever from exterior roof/wall seams.

Here's the link to the Coach House 27 footers - these floorplans look pretty open and roomy - and of course include a queen size bed, plus additional sleeping arrangements: Luxury Small Motorhomes | Fuel-Efficient Downsized Class C (Class B-Plus) RVs | Coach House Platinum 272XL

I agree, Coach House makes a great product. I have taken their factory tour and was impressed with its operation. They even run redundant wiring for the house circuits. I'd buy one but the beds are too short for me.