Anyone towing a camper with Hybrid Mavierck?

[GPSMan]

Hey Ted,
Thanks so much for the post.
How far have you towed the Rove so far? Any insight into load such as how much engine load on the gauge and speeds while running?
Any insight with the toilet feature? Appreciate any info on this.
We are also looking at a Rove 14FL and the FD. We are also considering the off-road package that would bring the FL to 1992 lbs. dry weight. That package has heavier axle capacity 2500 lbs. compared to 2000 lbs. on the standard unit. The off-road package also has 15-inch tires with higher ground clearance instead of the standard 13-inch tires and a roof mounted 200-watt solar panel set up. Not sure with the added weight though if it's worth it for pulling with the maverick hybrid.
The standard Rove 14 FL dry weight is 1775 lbs. The standard 14FD dry weight is 1676 lbs. Being more rounded than the Helio and Pro lite gives a slight head room advantage on both front and back ends. The Rove is also slightly longer than the Helio and the Pro Lite but then again it is more weight than those. Always a tradeoff.
They all have very similar inside layouts.
We really like the Pro lite Lounge and Pro lite Plus S camper but justifying the price difference is a tough call. They are a few hundred pounds lighter than the Rove FL though.
The Pro Lite Plus S is 1390 lbs. and the Pro Lite Lounge is 1485 lbs.
Unloaded dry weight. That is a big plus (no pun intended).
So, they are both a bit lighter than the Rove units. They don't have an off-road package option but are set up for a solar add on with a port though. So, adding solar albeit not on the roof would be simple.
The Helio 2 was also a really nice unit but has more of a tear drop slope in the bed area that effects head room more than the pro lite. Helio 2 weight is 1550 lbs. and a little shorter than the Rove. But it has a nice similar layout as well.
And they all have the wet bath with toilet. Toilet being the main item we wanted as a camper feature.
The Rove has the toilet with a black water type dump station needed to empty, and it has a small 5-gallon black water capacity.
The Helio has a 10 Gallon black water tank so a little more capacity but still a dump station is needed.
The Pro Lite has a cassette toilet with a 5gallon tank, so no dump station needed. Could empty in dump stations rest stops or regular toilet areas from what we have read.
Never having had a camper with a toilet before (20 years with a pop up) we don't know which is the better option. Appreciate any experienced input.
Decisions, decisions.

I'm looking at these too.

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[A Dodge that drives Fords]

Hey Ted,
Thanks so much for the post.
How far have you towed the Rove so far? Any insight into load such as how much engine load on the gauge and speeds while running?
Any insight with the toilet feature? Appreciate any info on this.
We are also looking at a Rove 14FL and the FD. We are also considering the off-road package that would bring the FL to 1992 lbs. dry weight. That package has heavier axle capacity 2500 lbs. compared to 2000 lbs. on the standard unit. The off-road package also has 15-inch tires with higher ground clearance instead of the standard 13-inch tires and a roof mounted 200-watt solar panel set up. Not sure with the added weight though if it's worth it for pulling with the maverick hybrid.
The standard Rove 14 FL dry weight is 1775 lbs. The standard 14FD dry weight is 1676 lbs. Being more rounded than the Helio and Pro lite gives a slight head room advantage on both front and back ends. The Rove is also slightly longer than the Helio and the Pro Lite but then again it is more weight than those. Always a tradeoff.
They all have very similar inside layouts.
We really like the Pro lite Lounge and Pro lite Plus S camper but justifying the price difference is a tough call. They are a few hundred pounds lighter than the Rove FL though.
The Pro Lite Plus S is 1390 lbs. and the Pro Lite Lounge is 1485 lbs.
Unloaded dry weight. That is a big plus (no pun intended).
So, they are both a bit lighter than the Rove units. They don't have an off-road package option but are set up for a solar add on with a port though. So, adding solar albeit not on the roof would be simple.
The Helio 2 was also a really nice unit but has more of a tear drop slope in the bed area that effects head room more than the pro lite. Helio 2 weight is 1550 lbs. and a little shorter than the Rove. But it has a nice similar layout as well.
And they all have the wet bath with toilet. Toilet being the main item we wanted as a camper feature.
The Rove has the toilet with a black water type dump station needed to empty, and it has a small 5-gallon black water capacity.
The Helio has a 10 Gallon black water tank so a little more capacity but still a dump station is needed.
The Pro Lite has a cassette toilet with a 5gallon tank, so no dump station needed. Could empty in dump stations rest stops or regular toilet areas from what we have read.
Never having had a camper with a toilet before (20 years with a pop up) we don't know which is the better option. Appreciate any experienced input.
Decisions, decisions.

Sorry you replied to the wrong person LoL

 

[Quinnman]

Sorry you replied to the wrong person LoL

OOPS! Did not realize I have to go to initial person on list to inquire. My Bad HaHa!
Old school and not the high tech person with social media.

 

[Frank McGervey]

Anyone pull a small camper with their hybrid?

 

[The Ranch Wife]

It looks great Frank !!!! A nice low profile. I just towed a little "Happier Camper HC1 Studio to Mesa AZ and back from Oceanside CA, up Chiriaco summit (28 mile grade) and had no issues. it's super rounded shape handled well even in the wind. I was very careful to be mindful of total GWC, counting passengers etc. The trailer weighs right at 2000 pounds - it was awesome

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[The Real Maverick]

It looks great Frank !!!! A nice low profile. I just towed a little "Happier Camper HC1 Studio to Mesa AZ and back from Oceanside CA, up Chiriaco summit (28 mile grade) and had no issues. it's super rounded shape handled well even in the wind. I was very careful to be mindful of total GWC, counting passengers etc. The trailer weighs right at 2000 pounds - it was awesome

r

Good to hear.

Field testing shows the hybrid can pull anything that allows the power needle to stay below 50% continuous.

You can use the top half above 50% for 2-3 minutes of boost power here and there but best not to keep it there longer than a few minutes at a time without a break.

 

[dls235]

https://www.mavericktruckclub.com/f...ybrid-tlrv-rove-lite-14fl-travel-trailer.201/

Let me know if you have any questions about the Rove Lite (UVW 1775 lbs.) or the Maverick's towing abilities. ~ Cheers! Ted

Does the XLT hybrid make a difference in towing capability versus the Lariat? My speedometer panel is a little more basic and I’m wondering if I still get all the towing basics compared to the more advanced speedometer panels like in the Lariat.

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