Top 5 Small Fifth Wheel Campers in 2024
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When it comes to RVs, I say smaller is better. Many fifth wheels are large enough to live in full-time. But small fifth wheel campers are harder to come by!
Why a small fifth wheel camper?
A small fifth wheel camper is great because you don’t need an extra large tow vehicle. A fifth wheel hitch centered on your truck bed, compared to a travel trailer being towed from a tow bar, is easier to maneuver and control.
Going small with a fiver may seem counter-intuitive when large fifth wheels are clearly more popular. More space can feel more appealing.
But there are other reasons to consider a small fifth wheel! Since the word ‘small’ is a bit subjective, I’m limiting this search to anything under 27ft and must include a full bathroom.
Let’s start touring some small fifth wheels!
Small Fifth Wheel Campers
The Escape 5.0
We start off with a fiberglass fifth wheel from the Canadian company Escape Trailer Industries. They do have 7 fiberglass trailers in their range, but Escape 5.0 is their only fifth wheel. Ringing in at 21’2”, this layout packs a punch.
This isn’t my favorite layout, but it includes everything you need in a traveling home—so long as you like a wet bath!
What’s a wet bath?
A wet bath is a bathroom where your toilet and sink are essentially in your shower. They will get wet while you shower and the walls and floor are equipped for that! They are most commonly seen in vans and truck campers.
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Their decor options are light, neutral, and contemporary, but they have other more traditional wooden interiors if that is your preference.
Quick Specs:
- Length: 21’2″
- Sleeps: 4
- Dry Weight: 3,910lbs
- GVWR: 5,500lbs
- Price: $44,510 USD
Learn more: Get all the specs on this small fifth wheel here.
KZ Sportsmen
The 231RK model from KZ comes in at 24′ 10″. It’s the smallest of their fifth wheel range but has all the bells and whistles that we have all come to expect from the much larger rigs.
I like the layout with the kitchen on the back wall, a rare find that instantly makes a rig more spacious! The entry is straight into the kitchen, giving more privacy to the bedroom. This rig fits in everything I could want in a home and nothing more.
Decor is a little more contemporary than other RVs I’ve seen, but’s not great. I would immediately add my own couch to give the space some style!
Quick Specs:
- Length: 24’10″
- Sleeps: 5
- UVW: 6,340lbs
- GVWR: 7,5000lbs
- Price: from $50,422 USD
Learn more: See more floorplans and pricing details on the KZ website here.
Scamp
It will never get cuter than anything built by Scamp! Their silhouettes are iconic, even if you didn’t know they also make fifth wheels! They have everything small and light covered, even fivers.
At just 19’, it is the smallest of the small fifth wheel campers on this list! Thankfully, it still manages to fit in a small wet bath, but no walkable bedroom like other fifth wheels.
Interior options include either Oak or Birch, and are perfect for a cabin vibe (if a little dated).
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Quick Specs:
- Length: 19
- Sleeps: 6
Learn More: Shop the floorplans and details for Scamp Trailers
Allen Camper Manufacturing / Idle-Time
This small manufacturer out of Allen, Oklahoma produces a range of small trailers and fifth wheels.
The 199RB model is their smallest fifth wheel…and I LOVE it!
22 feet is the perfect length for a small fifth wheel camper. Everything takes up only as much as it needs while still fitting everything.
The interiors are better than other fifth wheels. A coat of paint and some decor would completely change these interiors while keeping the great floorplan!
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Quick Specs:
- Length: 22′
- Sleeps: 4
Learn More: See all the details on the Idle Time website
Grand Design RV
The Reflection 100 Series 22RK sneaks its way onto the list, peaking in at 26’11”. There is also the Reflection 150 Series 226RK with a very similar layout.
Grand Designs are some of the highest-quality, most popular fifth wheels in the American market.
Personally, these are the best interiors I’ve seen of any fifth wheel! I love the interior options, the vinyl wood floors, and the lighter colors.
Quick Specs:
- Length: 26’11”
- Sleeps: 4
- Dry Weight: 6,930lbs
- GVWR: 9,995lbs
- Price: from $50,987 USD
Learn More: See all the specs and features of the Reflection here.
Fifth Wheels Around the World
That’s it for North America. Not much selection, so I’ve broadened my search to Australia and Europe.
Sunliner Houston
Brand new on the market is the Houston fifth wheel from Sunliner down in Australia. With six layout options, the smallest one (5H461) measures just 7.18m (23.5ft).
As seems to be there standard in Australia, the decor is rather understated. I love it compared to the darker, more brown American designs! This bright interior is just waiting for you to add splashes of color.
Learn more: See specs and more of the Sunliner here.
Travelhome Macquarie
Travelhome has a small selection of fifth wheels, ranging in length from 23ft to 29ft.
The Macquarie 23ft Series II has a great layout with a lounge/dinette across the back window—perfect for soaking up beautiful views!
Though the layout shows single beds, they can be converted to a queen bed.
I noticed that all the Aussie fifth wheels don’t have a high roof over the bedroom area, so it’s more like a sleeping space than a private bedroom.
The decor is a bit bland, but it’s certainly not ugly!
Winjana Strzelecki
Don’t try to say this one five times fast!
Winjana has 4 fifth wheels, and they’re all under 26 feet. Their smallest one is only 19’5”, but I don’t think it has a bathroom based on the website details
So we’ll have a look at the second smallest, which is still tiny at just 6.95m (22.8ft)
I absolutely love these interiors! They are so different than any other fiver on this list!
Their website is not updated regularly since they are a very small manufacturer, but the models don’t seem to change all that often.
Fifth Wheel Co Dreamseeker
The Fifth Wheel Co is a British-built brand that has a small range of fifth-wheel campers. I can’t pinpoint it, but there’s something a little futuristic about the exterior on this one.
The Dreamseeker is a petite 24’11” and manages to fit in a full bath, sofa, dining area, and bedroom.
That dining room slide sure does open up the space in there. I love how cozy this layout and interior feels!
Learn More: See more details from the Fifth Wheel Company.
Top 5 Small Fifth Wheel Campers
The smallest fifth wheel camper available now is the Scamp 19′. This fiberglass model is small and light, but still manages to fit in everything you need to be comfortable. It’s also the lightest on the market at just 2,400 to 2,900 pounds.
But smaller isn’t always better! I’m about to book a one-way flight to Australia for one of their beautiful interiors (and endless beaches).
Which small fifth wheel is your favorite?
In the Comments…
Are there any that I’ve missed? Let me know in the comments below. Just fifth wheels less than 27ft!
I just purchased a 2019 Escape 5th wheel trailer. Although the interior you show in the article is not very stylish, the company allows tons of personalization (for a wee cost of course!). We chose light maple cabinets with white frosted glass inserts, and custom formica, flooring and material – we have had tons of compliments on our stylish interior decor on our USA trip this winter. CHEERS
Oh that sounds great Mars!
I see they have some updated photos on their website now, rather than the interior I’ve shown here.
Enjoy your travels! 🙂
Winnebago Mini does make a 5th wheel
Oh, so they do! A bit bigger than the 25ft or less that I’ve got on this list, but not by too much. (26’9″)
That Macquarie is really nice. Agree America has really large 5th wheels, which are nice to live in for a stationery life, but they would be very stressful to pull around. Prefer small trailers with smart efficient layouts instead and this one is great.
I agree Mitsy. I’ve seen a couple of the Macquaries and they really are a tidy unit… not too tall (less wind resistance while travelling?) and they don’t need a huge vehicle to tow them.
What about the Winnebago Minnie?
Only fifth wheels in this list. 🙂
Allen Campers in N America (Allen Idle Tyme)
That British one is sure nice!