Hybrid- are you towing a camper?

[Rod]

I have a hybrid.. looking at Rove Lite campers for short flat trips..

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[Jonny44]

I've been looking at one of those, too (Rove Lite 14 FL). The only question I have on it is exactly how large the exposed footprint of the camper is. I don't think that the weight is any issue because I have towed the max allowable on my hybrid and it's never affected the vehicle in the slightest. I've had mpg's in the mid twenties at 70 mph (~2000#, 8 foot trailer, barely exposed).

 

[Rod]

I've been looking at one of those, too (Rove Lite 14 FL). The only question I have on it is exactly how large the exposed footprint of the camper is. I don't think that the weight is any issue because I have towed the max allowable on my hybrid and it's never affected the vehicle in the slightest. I've had mpg's in the mid twenties at 70 mph (~2000#, 8 foot trailer, barely exposed).

Yeah, I dont think the little truck can handle much wind resistance. Here is the data sheet That lists frontal considerations..

 

[Jonny44]

Yeah, I dont think the little truck can handle much wind resistance. Here is the data sheet That lists frontal considerations..

Yep, that's why I want to see one for measurement. 20 sq ft isn't much.

 

[TedTX]

Thats 20 sqft outside of the trucks cross section. Only a trailer smaller across than the truck doesn’t seem like the correct interpretation.
That just covers even normal height and 8ft and under, wide RVs that would be light enough to tow otherwise.

 

[Rod]

The truck is about 5’ 6” high at the cab. 5’ 6“ wide. The Rove Lite is 8’ x8’..
So youve got about 2’ 6” above the cab height X 8’ width of the camper. Thats 20 sq ft of surface I think.. Doesnt take into consideration the 1’ 6” on each side of the camper exposed times 8’ tall. Another 20 sq ft total for both sides added to the 20 sq ft at the top is 40 sq ft..

 

[robbyrob]

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[GPSMan]

Yeah, I dont think the little truck can handle much wind resistance. Here is the data sheet That lists frontal considerations..

Considerations are just that.
Considerations are not exact limits.
Consider slowing down if you are towing something larger, for example.

 

[GPSMan]

You have fixed limited horsepower.
You have fixed limited battery power.
You have fixed limited traction.

Your towing limit varies based on numerous other factors.

I can say with confidence the "ratings" are conservative.

Basic rule: Slow down = you can tow more.

 

[LSchicago]

Yep, that's why I want to see one for measurement. 20 sq ft isn't much.

Basically the frontal area of a 4X6 trailer. 4' wide box, 5' high.

 

[Nw_adventure]

The truck is about 5’ 6” high at the cab. 5’ 6“ wide. The Rove Lite is 8’ x8’..
So youve got about 2’ 6” above the cab height X 8’ width of the camper. Thats 20 sq ft of surface I think.. Doesnt take into consideration the 1’ 6” on each side of the camper exposed times 8’ tall. Another 20 sq ft total for both sides added to the 20 sq ft at the top is 40 sq ft..

Good info- Just bought a Rove/lite -14B with the Off-road package which per specs brings the trailer from a total height of 8 ft 1 to 9 feet which seems a bit odd as it just goes from 13 inch to 15 inch tires -

 

[FischAutoTechGarten]

Yeah, I dont think the little truck can handle much wind resistance. Here is the data sheet That lists frontal considerations..

I've ordered an EB w/ 4K Tow...but I'll still ask this question here while you all are on the topic...

if my Maverick has a Midrise cap (ARE MX), will that provide a bit of a wind break for the frontol area of the trailer, diminishing the impact? Of course I understand that the CAP is also creating it's own drag and adding to overall GVW ... But it would seem with the cap the airflow is more stepped, such that the trailer face won't behave like a giant air dam.... Or am I being too optimistic?

 

[Maverick2112]

I just towed a 1300 pound popup and that is about all I would feel comfortable towing. I don't have a lot of experience towing, however.

 

[AutobahnSHO]

Go slow enough you could tow Lots!!

 

[bajesus8]

This guy already towed a rove-lite around with a hybrid and he explains what he bought to help and what MPG he got.
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