8 Ultimate Half-Ton Towable RVs You Need to See
Did you know that the best-selling automotive vehicles in the U.S. are pickup trucks? Ford’s F-Series, Chevrolet’s Silverado, and Ram trucks take the top three spots, and trucks alone accounted for more than 12 million new car sales in 2023. In fact, light truck sales make up nearly 80 percent of all total sales in the “light vehicle” category, outperforming cars and SUVS by nearly 4 to 1.
But if you’re a truck owner, you might already know all this. Because light-duty trucks are so popular, we get a lot of questions about which RV models are fit to be towed by these vehicles. Light-duty trucks, also known as half-ton trucks, can pull some significant weight. In the past, half-ton referred to the trucks’ capacity to move a half-ton of weight (its payload), which is 1000 lbs.
These days, modern trucks often have much higher payloads and can include towing capacities of 10,000 lbs. or more. We’ve already put together a guide to help you better understand truck weights and capacities and how to find an RV that suits your half-ton truck. Always make sure to check your own vehicle’s capabilities and never exceed 90 percent of its maximum payload and towing capacity as a general safety rule.
Now, onto the fun stuff. Here are eight of our favorite models within the half-ton, towable RVs category. If you’re shopping for a lighter-weight RV towable this year, take a look!
Half-Ton Towable RVs Weighing Less Than 4,000 lbs.
Prowler 17BHX
The Heartland Prowler 17BHX is one of our most agile half-ton towable RVs, perfect for new campers, weekend warriors, and anyone who likes to travel light. This single-axle model comes in at2,992 lbs. dry, with a 3,862-lb. gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) and a hitch weight of 362lbs. The length is just under 21 feet, and within 142 sq. ft., it sleeps an impressive six people.
Beds include a residential queen that converts to a sofa, two twin bunk beds, and a convertible dinette. With a two-burner cooktop, a microwave, and a 3.3 cu. ft. fridge, you get everything you need to make simple meals at your campsite, and a fireplace in the kitchen area lends ambiance at night. Outside, there’s an eight-foot awning to expand your living area into the fresh air and 52 cu. ft. of pass-through storage lit with LED lights to help you store and unload all your favorite gear. Check out the Prowler 17BHX’s full details for more info.
Prowler 17BHX
Mallard Pathfinder P18BHS
This double-axle model weighs only 3,964 lbs. dry and has a GVWR of 5,100 lbs. with a 436-lb.hitch weight. It’s 22’9” long and can sleep up to six guests in 152 sq. ft. The Mallard Pathfinder is a great choice for couples, small families, and anyone who needs a little extra storage space for sports gear.
Two twin bunks in the rear of the coach offer convertible storage for larger gear, like bikes or kayaks. The bottom bunk folds up and there’s an oversized storage door that loads directly from the outside. To sleep more campers, there’s a residential queen bed and a dinette booth that converts as needed. In the kitchen, you get a fridge, cooktop, single-basin sink, and a full pantry next to the full bathroom along the back wall.
On the exterior, there’s a power awning with LED lights, exterior speakers, and a solar package with a 110W solar panel, 1200W inverter, and solar monitor. This model also includes 4G LTE connectivity and WiFi prep, giving you a head start on staying connected when you’re in the wild. Read more about the Mallard Pathfinder P18BHS to see everything it can do.
Half-Ton Towable RVs Weighing Between 4,000 and 6,000 lbs.
Prowler 255BHX
At a spry unloaded weight of 4,850 lbs., the double-axle Prowler 255BHX packs quite a punch. Its GVWR is 7,630 lbs. and it has a 630-lb. tongue weight, measuring 29½’ in length. The 208sq. ft. of interior space includes beds for up to eight guests with roomy double bunks, convertible seating, and a queen bed.
Prowler 255BHX
On the exterior, you get 52 cu. ft. of pass-through storage space, finished inside and well-lit for your convenience. Power stabilizer jacks and a power awning make setting up easy, and you have the option to add a power tongue jack, too. And the tailgate package adds LP quick disconnect for your grill and a TV hookup with an exterior speaker so you can watch the game outside.
Indoors, there are panoramic windows that offer great views and maximum ventilation. The kitchen includes 10 cu. ft. of fridge space, Duralast countertops, and a stainless steel double-basin sink, plus a two-burner cooktop and a microwave oven. There’s prep for a TV with pre-installed cable hookups, and USB charging ports throughout the coach. See what else the Prowler 255BHX has to offer.
Prowler 255BHX
Trail Runner 25DBL
If you’re a “work hard, play hard” type, this one’s for you. The lightweight, dual-axle Trail Runner 25DBL has a dry weight of 4,856 lbs., but a GVWR of an impressive 9,316 lbs., giving you more than 4,000 lbs. capacity just for cargo. It includes a 516-lb. hitch weight and measures just over29½’ long, and has 210 sq. ft. of interior space where you can sleep up to eight campers.
A mammoth 57 cu. ft. of pass-through storage is finished inside and features motion-activated lights. This model comes with power stabilizer jacks, a power awning, and an optional, lighted power tongue jack. You also get an exterior shower, LP quick connect, and backup camera prep to help you tow more confidently.
The private bedroom suite indoors features a residential queen bed, oversized wardrobes, built-in CPAP storage, and wireless cell phone charging. There’s a loveseat and dinette in the living area, and two double bunks in the back corner, giving your guests lots of private space to spread out. The kitchen includes a cooktop, large oven, microwave, and 10 cu. ft. fridge, all stainless steel for easy maintenance. And with carpet-free flooring and modern farmhouse interior decor, this coach has as much comfort as it does utility. Take a look at Trail Runner 25DBL’s full list of features to learn more.
Half-Ton Towable RVs Weighing Between 6,000 and 9,000 lbs.
Corterra 30.3RL
Our Corterra line is new for 2024, and many of the models in this series are half-ton towable RVs. The twin-axle Corterra 30.3RL weighs 7,264 lbs. unloaded, and has a GVWR of 9,822 lbs. and a hitch weight of 1,022 lbs. It’s just under 35’ long and sleeps six people in 304 luxurious square feet.
Corterra Travel Trailer 30.3RL
We’re excited to share the details that make Corterra stand out from the crowd. Designed in a sleek, minimalist decor style, it lets the natural scenery take the focus with large windows all around. The kitchen features a 22-inch oven, 30-inch microwave, and 16 cu. ft. fridge, as well as a kitchen island with a single basin sink, and a dedicated coffee or wine bar off to the side. The bedroom is at the front of the coach and contains a queen bed, multiple wardrobes, and washer/dryer prep. There are convertible beds in the living area on the opposite end of the coach, to add a little privacy. A dinette table, electric fireplace, and smart TV give the space plenty of seating space and a lovely atmosphere for game nights.
Exterior features include a heated and enclosed underbelly, our SŌL 190solar package, and an adjustable power awning with LED lighting. The deluxe glass entry door and oversized panoramic window in the front cap both feature tinted glass that offers incredible views without sacrificing privacy.
Corterra Travel Trailer
We’re only scratching the surface of everything our Corterra RVs have to offer. Take a closer look at the Corterra 30.3RL to see its full list of features and take a virtual walkthrough.
Eddie Bauer 281BH
The two-axle Eddie Bauer 281BH is one of a half-dozen models in our series in partnership with Eddie Bauer. It clocks in at 6,120 lbs. dry, with a GVWR of 7,800 lbs. and a hitch weight of 800 lbs. It sleeps up to eight guests in 265 sq. ft. and includes a bunk room that doubles as an oversized storage area with a separate cargo door.
The interior of the coach holds a cushioned dinette booth and a plush overstuffed sofa in the living area. There’s TV prep for entertainment and a full kitchen with a 17-inch oven and three-burner cooktop for meals. The bedroom includes a residential queen-sized bed with an exclusive Eddie Bauer bedspread, two wardrobes, and everything you need to power and store a CPAP machine.
The exterior of the coach includes a camp kitchen under the LED-lit power awning. Illuminated pass-through storage has large baggage doors to help store all your favorite sporting gear, with extra convertible space for oversized items in the bunk room. An enclosed underbelly, LP quick connect, and power stability jacks help make this coach a solid choice for all kinds of campers. Check out more detailed descriptions of the Eddie Bauer 281BH’s full list of features to learn more.
Half-Ton, Towable Toy Hauler RVs
Fuel F255
If your half-ton truck has a towing capacity on the larger end of the scale, the double-axle FuelF255 is a toy hauler travel trailer that gives you the flexibility to bring some heavyweight toys on your next trip. Its dry weight is 7,697 lbs., but with a GVWR of 12,800 lbs., you get a cargo capacity north of 5,000 lbs. All for a hitch weight of 1,177 lbs., perfect for half-ton trucks with a little extra power. This Fuel is just shy of 30’ long with a 16’7” garage, and it sleeps up to six people in 233 sq. ft.
A king bed anchors the main bedroom, which also features a wardrobe, cabinets, and extra storage space, as well as a private entrance to the bathroom. A power queen bed drops down from the garage ceiling when you need it, and the dinette below converts to a bed as well. When you’re on the road, you can use the frame-welded tie-downs on the garage floor to secure your motorized toys, and when you’re parked, use the ramp door as an elevated exterior patio space. The living area has two armchairs and a 50-inch TV with JBL speakers, and the kitchen has a full stainless steel appliance package so you can cook your favorite meals.
Additional Fuel Toy Hauler RV Features
Fuel also comes with two 30-lb. LP tanks and a 30-gallon fuel station to keep your trail toys gassed up. Power front landing gear, rear electric stabilizer jacks, and a power tongue jack help you get set up quickly when you reach your campsite, and a lit power awning turns the space outside your coach into a patio. There’s a solar prep package and generator prep, so you can add equipment you need to camp off-grid. And with heavier potential loads, you can take advantage of the backup camera prep to help you tow more safely and see your blind spots. Keep reading about the Fuel F-255 to see everything it has to offer.
Torque T-285
The Torque T285 is the one of largest models we’re sharing as part of our top eight today. It’s a two-axle toy hauler travel trailer that weighs 8,728 lbs. dry, and it has a 12,800-lb. GVWR and a 1,454-lb. hitch weight. At 36’ long, it includes a 16’ garage, a 299-sq.-ft. interior, and beds to sleep up to eight guests.
One distinct feature in this model is the second entry door that opens into the main bedroom at the front of the coach. The bedroom also includes a king bed and wardrobes on either side, plus a private entrance to the bathroom. On the other end of the RV, there’s a power queen bed above a convertible sofa/dinette combo, and a second sofa converts to a bed, too. Two armchairs round out the living area seating where you can reposition them to face the optional LCD TV. In the fully equipped kitchen, you get tons of storage and all the standard appliances you need to create your favorite home-cooked meals.
Additional Torque Toy Hauler RV Features
The garage includes diamond-plate TPO flooring and a high-capacity ramp door that holds 2,500 lbs. An included rear screen keeps the bugs out, and an optional patio kit can turn the garage door into an elevated outdoor space that keeps pets and kids secure.
The smooth ride suspension helps you tow heavier loads more easily. There’s a heated and enclosed underbelly to protect your tanks from debris and cool weather, and the included 30-gallon fuel station keeps your motorized toys gassed up for longer. But that’s not all–see more about the Torque T-285 to check out its full list of features.
Do you see a model on this list you want to learn more about? If not, don’t worry. We have tons of other half-ton towable RVs that can suit your needs, and finding them is easy. Just head over to our RV Finder, where you can sort by RV type, weight, length, features, and more to find the RV that has everything you need to plan your best vacation yet.
