Popup camper

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A conventional pop-up consists of a trailer frame, a box, a hard roof, pull-out bunks and "soft" walls. The walls are made of vinyl, canvas, or a similar material, and include windows with screens.

Basic popups usually include the following features: fold-down dinette (table top and bench seating combination), on-board fresh water tank, sink, 12-volt DC power system (including an AC to DC converter and a deep cycle battery), interior DC lighting, two sleeping bunks and storage cabinets. Many pop-ups also include a gas or electric absorption refrigerator, stove, rooftop air conditioner, propane furnace, water heater, electric water pump, exterior shower, skylight or roof vent, one or two propane tanks, electric or surge brakes, large storage trunk at the front of the box, and an awning. Some premium models also include a shower, toilet, wastewater tanks, slide-out section (to increase interior space), microwave, and an oven.[http://www.campingearth.com/popups/ A Complete Guide To Popup Campers]

Since space is at a premium in popup campers, it is common for a single structure to serve multiple purposes. Generally, the dinette, which can seat four people for a meal, can be converted into a bed to provide additional sleeping space. Likewise, the couch, if present, can usually be folded down into a bed. Often, the inside table (part of the dinette) and the gas stove can be taken outside and attached to the side of the camper.

Modern pop-ups range in weight from approximately {{convert|700|lb|kg}} to {{convert|3800|lb|kg}} pounds empty or full. Models are generally classified by the length of their box, which ranges from {{convert|8|ft|m}} to {{convert|16|ft|m}}. When opened, the length is roughly double the box length. Most pop-ups are between {{convert|7|ft|m}} and {{convert|7|ft|6|in|m}} in width and between {{convert|4|ft|6|in|m}} and {{convert|5|ft|m}} in height when closed, but "high wall" models are tall. Published sleeping capacities range from 4 to 8 people.{{cite web |url=http://www.jayco.com/php/products/camping.trailers/camping.trailers.php |title=Jayco 2008 |website=www.jayco.com |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20070828113136/http://www.jayco.com/php/products/camping.trailers/camping.trailers.php |archive-date=2007-08-28}} [http://www.colemantrailers.com/ Coleman – FCTA Camping Trailers]{{cite web |url=http://www.starcraftrv.com/starcraft_folding_campers/index.html |title=STARCRAFT RV - Folding Camping Trailers |accessdate=2009-11-20 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20100213165111/http://www.starcraftrv.com/starcraft_folding_campers/index.html |archivedate=2010-02-13 }}[http://www.vikingrv.com/products/?ModelID=11&Model=Folding%20Campers Viking – Coachmen RV][http://www.palominorv.com/site/default.asp?page=foldingcampers Palomino RV – Manufacturer of Quaility RVs since 1968] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100209014300/http://www.palominorv.com/site/default.asp?page=foldingcampers |date=2010-02-09 }}

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In addition to the traditional pop-up campers described above, there are a number of special types of pop-ups on the market:

; High wall pop-ups : Feature a taller box which allows for residential-height countertops and more storage space.

; Motorcycle campers : Lightweight pop-ups small enough to be pulled by a motorcycle.

; Toyhauler pop-ups : Include an open cargo deck for transporting ATVs, motorcycles, etc.

; Off-road pop-ups: Feature rugged construction and raised suspension for off road use.

; A-frame : small solid wall folding camper.

; Flip-out camper : Features a roof which flips over to become a bunk. Uses a tent roof instead of a hard roof. Forward fold, rear fold or double/dual fold.{{Cite web |title=Campers: Forward Fold or Rear Fold? What are the differences? • Mars Campers : Mars Campers |url=https://marscampers.com.au/explore-mars-campers/campers-forward-fold-or-rear-fold-what-are-the-differences/ |access-date=2024-04-29 |website=marscampers.com.au |language=en-AU}} If roof becomes floor, can be soft floor (poly-canvas or polyethylene tarp) or hard floor (fibreglass or metal).{{Cite web |title=Soft vs Hard Floor Camper Trailers – A Beginner's Camper Trailer Buying Guide • Mars Campers : Mars Campers |url=https://marscampers.com.au/explore-mars-campers/soft-vs-hard-floor-camper-trailers/ |access-date=2024-04-29 |website=marscampers.com.au |language=en-AU}}

; Inflatable trailer: Sets up quickly by blowing compressed air into side walls and roof

File:Tent trailer.jpg|Modern tent trailer

File:ModelT1925b.jpg|Travel trailer Model T 1925 b

File:Hard Shell Pop up.jpg|Hi Lo trailers are hard shell pop ups.

File:Sportberger Hausdabei.jpg|German Flip-out tent trailer from 1935

File:Alpenkreuzer1.jpg|European tent trailer from 1976

File:Hoebijbeltransport.jpg|Pop-up camper from 1980s or 1990s

File:Vouwwagen-CC.jpg|Modern tent trailer

File:Vouwwagen.jpg|Pop-up camper from 1990s

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Sources

• [http://www.popupcamperhistory.com PopupCamperHistory Website]

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