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16 Best Travel Trailers Under 3000 lbs with Bathrooms

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When looking for the ideal travel trailer, there is nothing better than to start looking for a compact and lightweight camper – the lighter, the better! If it comes equipped with a bathroom, that’s the cherry on top! Once you’ve embraced the lightweight and bathroom-equipped criteria, the exciting part kicks in – choosing the ideal floor plan. For a cozy setup catering to a couple, explore choices like a queen, king, or Murphy bed. On the flip side, if you’re gearing up for a family of six, consider bunk beds – all while ensuring the trailer remains under the 3000 pounds of dry weight mark. It might seem like a tall order to find ultra-light campers under 3000 lbs with a bathroom that checks all these boxes without tipping the scales, but fear not! There are currently 16 travel trailers under 3000 lbs with bathrooms waiting for you in the market. These ultra-light campers are your ticket to an unparalleled travel experience – lightweight, efficient, and ready to hit the road.

Of all the types of RVs that can be lightweight, weighing in under 3000 lbs (or equals), we have chosen 16 ultra-light camper options, including one hybrid travel trailer under 3000 lbs (which would be a mix of the best of a pop-up camper and a travel trailer). In the video below, there is a sneak peek of this post.

16 Perfect Travel Trailers Under 3000 lbs on the Current Market

Here is the list of 16 ultra-light campers under 3000 lbs with a bathroom.

  1. KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 130RB: under 17 feet and less than 2300 lbs
  2. KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 180BH
  3. KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 160RBT: sleeping capacity for up to 6 and dry bath
  4. KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 170MB
  5. KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 160QB: perfect for 2
  6. KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 181BH: bunkhouse camper, up to 6 and dry bath
  7. Jayco 2023 Jay Flight SLX 154BH: under 20 feet and perfect for 4 people
  8. Forest River R-Pod RP-153: camper under 3000 lbs with Murphy bed
  9. Forest River 2023 R-Pod RP-171
  10. Forest River 2023 R-Pod RP-180: camper under 3000 lbs with slide-out
  11. Forest River 2023 R-Pod RP-190: camper under 3000 lbs with slide-out
  12. Riverside RV 2023 Retro 135: new retro camper with dry bath
  13. Forest River 2023 Rockwood Geo Pro G15TB: two twin beds or king-size bed
  14. Prime Time Avenger 16BRD: huge booth dinette and sleeping capacity for 4
  15. Coachmen RV Clipper Ultra-lite 17CBH: queen bed and bunk beds
  16. Coachmen RV Viking Ultra-lite 17CBH: queen bed and bunk beds

Travel Trailers Under 3000 lbs Specifications

We looked at a variety of camper floorplans before choosing these 16 lightweight campers for you. In our in-depth review of the current market, we only chose travel trailers with a bathroom and under 3000 lbs (or at most 3,000 pounds of dry weight).

Consider that you will have campers with a dry bath and full dry bath (including a hand basin), as well as options with a rudimentary but convenient wet bath with only a shower and a toilet. If you are not familiar with the different types of RV toilets our article tells you all you need to know.

Some of the options on our list of these 16 lightweight campers under 3,000 lbs have one slide-out and bunk beds. However, the majority of the campers in this review are meant for couples or a small group of weekend travelers.

Numerous of these campers also have the benefit of being short, making them simple to move around and store.

The chart below summarizes a brief detail of the weighting and size specifications. In the rest of the article, we highlight the differences between each floorplan, including walkthrough videos and 360 tours. We also review the advantages and disadvantages to help you choose between these amazing travel trailers with a bathroom under 3000 lbs (dry weight).

MakeModelFloorplanDry Weight (lbs)GVWR (lbs)Hitch Weight (lbs)Max CCC (lbs)Exterior Length
KZ RVSportsmen Classic130RB2240280027056016′ 9″
KZ RVSportsmen Classic180BH2690350028081021′ 5″
KZ RVSportsmen Classic160RBT2740350031076016′ 9″
KZ RVSportsmen Classic170MB2870350042036022′ 0″
KZ RVSportsmen Classic160QB2900350036060022′ 0″
KZ RVSportsmen Classic181BH2980350039052021′ 5″
Jayco2023 Jay Flight SLX154BH2615354025092518′ 0″
Forest River2023 R-PodRP-153TBDTBDTBDTBD17′ 6″
Forest River2023 R-PodRP-17127143840340112619’ 0”
Forest River2023 R-PodRP-1802950383233288220′ 0″
Forest River2023 R-PodRP-1902979380730782820′ 4″
Riverside RV2023 Retro13526403640140100015’ 9”
Forest River2023 Rockwood Geo ProG15TB26673877357121015′ 10″
Prime TimeAvenger16BRD2939389039095120′ 11″
Coachmen RVClipper Ultra-lite17CBH2959388338392420′ 4″
Coachmen RVViking Ultra-lite17CBH2959388338392420′ 4″

16 Campers Under 3,000 lbs Dry Weight

To keep the weight absolutely clear, we will refer at all times to 3000 lbs dry weight, also known as the unloaded vehicle weight (UVW). In this way, we will highlight the maximum loading capacity (or CCC, meaning cargo capacity), which, among many floorplans, is a big difference.

As we always mention, if the maximum towing capacity of your vehicle is 3000 lbs, you should not be looking for campers of exactly the maximum of your towing capacity. It is advisable to go no more than 70-80% to have some margin of safety and also do the math to find the right weight camper.

If you need a camper lighter than 3000 lbs, check out the 10 best small pop-up campers on the current market, where you will find small campers under 1500 lbs and as short as 15 feet long when folded.

We have reviewed a number of camper floorplans and have selected these 16 travel trailers under 3000 lbs for you to consider in your search. All of these lightweight campers are equipped with a bathroom, which is extremely advantageous. Some even have full bathrooms, including a hand basin. You’ll find that in this size of RV at only 3,000 lbs or less, the bathroom can be wet or dry, but can also just be a toilet and shower. With no other space available, many floorplans do not include something like a hand basin.

In addition to being lightweight, many of these campers have the advantage of being short and, therefore, easy to maneuver and store.

You’ll see floorplans perfect for couples and others suitable for larger families looking for lightweight travel trailer options with spacious bunkhouses.

KZ RV Travel Trailers Under 3000 lbs Floorplans

Let’s see these amazing 6 lightweight travel trailers floorplans by KZ RV.

Floor Plans for Couples

We have 4 KZ RV floorplans that offer lightweight campers without bunk beds, perfect for couples looking for an easy-to-tow ultra light camper under 3000 lbs with a bathroom, and even comfortable to live in or to take a leap.

The Sportsmen Classic 130RB is a light and short camper under 17 feet for 2 people, convenient for those who are looking for a small camper with a dry bath.

travel trailers with bathroom under 3000 lbs dry weight
KZ RV Travel Trailers Under 3000 Lbs Floorplans with Queen Beds and Murphy Beds (no bunks)
Source of photos and specs: https://www.kz-rv.com/

The Sportsmen Classic 160RBT is a hybrid between a travel trailer and a pop-up camper with a bathroom that offers end beds in the best pop-up camper style, with the advantages of the solid side walls of a travel trailer. These pop-up beds are helpful in creating a more spacious interior without increasing the weight and length of a short camper by less than 17 feet when folded. As we always mention with short campers, travel trailers under 20 feet are straightforward to maneuver and store in any garage, which is a great advantage for RV beginners.

160QB camper Under 3000 lbs (dry weight) for Up to 3 People
KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 160QB Travel Trailer Under 3000 lbs (dry weight) for Up to 3 People
Source of photos and specs: https://www.kz-rv.com/

The 160QB and 170MB floorplans are very similar, and their main difference is based on the bed. The KZRV 160QB travel trailer comes with a fixed queen bed, while the 170MB has a queen Murphy bed with a sofa. Although both travel trailers have the same length (22 feet) and overall dimensions, the 170MB has the advantage of appearing to have a more spacious interior. During the day, you have lunch or supper seated in the booth dinette and then enjoy the comfort of the sofa of the 170MB floorplan. At night, you can easily pull down the queen Murphy bed and rest.

The bathroom in the 170MB is more spacious than the 160QB. However, the best closet is in the 160QB. So, there are floorplans to suit all tastes. Choosing the right one just depends on what you are looking for.

MakeKZ RVKZ RVKZ RVKZ RVKZ RVKZ RV
ModelSportsmen ClassicSportsmen ClassicSportsmen ClassicSportsmen ClassicSportsmen ClassicSportsmen Classic
Floorplan/Spec130RB180BH160RBT170MB160QB181BH
Dry Weight224026902740287029002980
GVWR280035003500350035003500
Hitch Weight270280310420360390
Max
CCC
560810760360600520
Exterior Length16′ 9″21′ 5″16′ 9″22′22′21′ 5″
Dry BathYesYesYesYesYesYes
BunkhouseNoYesNoNoNoYes
Sleeping Capacity256336

KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 130RB

The Sportsmen Classic 130RB is a travel trailer under 3000 lbs with a dry bath (only shower and toilet) and sleeping capacity for up to 2 people.

MakeKZ RV
ModelSportsmen Classic
Floorplan130RB
Dry Weight2240
GVWR2800
Hitch Weight270
Max CCC560
Exterior Length16′ 9″
Dry BathYes
BunkhouseNo
Sleeping Capacity2

KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 160RBT Hybrid Travel Trailer Under 3000 Lbs

The Sportsmen Classic 160RBT is a Hybrid Travel Trailer Under 3000 lbs., with 2 bunk ends, a dry bath, and a sleeping capacity for up to 6 people when the booth dinette is folded down, increasing the sleeping places. The 3000 lbs of this camper are well distributed in a very advantageous floorplan.

Type: Hybrid Travel Trailer

MakeKZ RV
ModelSportsmen Classic
Floorplan160RBT
Dry Weight2740
GVWR3500
Hitch Weight310
Max CCC760
Exterior Length16′ 9″
Dry BathYes
BunkhouseNo
Sleeping Capacity6

KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 170MB

MakeKZ RV
ModelSportsmen Classic
Floorplan170MB
Dry Weight2870
GVWR3500
Hitch Weight420
Max CCC360
Exterior Length22′
Dry BathYes
BunkhouseNo
Sleeping Capacity3

KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 160QB

MakeKZ RV
ModelSportsmen Classic
Floorplan160QB
Dry Weight2900
GVWR3500
Hitch Weight360
Max CCC600
Exterior Length22′
Dry BathYes
BunkhouseNo
Sleeping Capacity3
Dry BathYes
BunkhouseYes
Sleeping Capacity6

KZ RV Travel Trailers Under 3,000 lbs with Bunk Beds and Bathroom

Floor Plans with a Bunkhouse

Let’s see two floorplans by KZ RV, for these ultra-light campers under 3000 lbs with a bathroom and bunk beds.

ultra light campers under 3000 lbs with bathroom
KZ RV Travel Trailers Under 3,000 lbs Floorplans with Bunk Beds
Source of photos and specs: https://www.kz-rv.com/

KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 180BH

MakeKZ RV
ModelSportsmen Classic
Floorplan180BH
Dry Weight2690
GVWR3500
Hitch Weight280
Max CCC810
Exterior Length21′ 5″
Dry BathYes
BunkhouseYes
Sleeping Capacity5

KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 181BH

MakeKZ RV
ModelSportsmen Classic
Floorplan181BH
Dry Weight2980
GVWR3500
Hitch Weight390
Max CCC520
Exterior Length21′ 5″
Dry BathYes
BunkhouseYes
Sleeping Capacity4

Let’s see the walkthrough video of this 181BH, one of the best travel trailers under 3000 lbs on the current market.

Sportsmen Classic 181BH travel trailer under 3000 lbs dry weight

Jayco Camper Trailer Under 3000 lbs

Jayco 2023 Jay Flight SLX 154BH

This Jayco 2023 Jay Flight SLX 154BH is one of our recommended options for those who are looking for one of the best travel trailers under 3000 lbs with bunk beds and a dry bathroom, on the current market.

best campers under 3000 pounds dry bath
Jayco 2023 Jay Flight SLX 154BH travel trailer floorplan
Source of photos and specs: https://www.jayco.com/
MakeJayco
Model2023 Jay Flight SLX
Floorplan154BH
Dry Weight2615
GVWR3540
Hitch Weight250
Max CCC925
Exterior Length18′ 0″
Dry BathYes
BunkhouseYes
Sleeping Capacity4

R-Pod Travel Trailers Under 3000 lbs Dry Weight

The R-Pods travel trailers RP-171, RP-180, and RP-190 have floorplans with a queen bed, while RP-153 has a queen Murphy bed to turn down over the dinette. These 4 floorplans have dry baths.

As we mentioned before, the R-Pod RP-153 is a great option for those who are looking for travel trailers under 3000 lbs with a Murphy bed.

The RP-190 travel trailer offers a fantastic floor plan with a slide-out kitchen, still light, and a toilet separated from the shower. We recommend you watch the walkthrough video.

Differences Between R-Pod Travel Trailers Under 3000 lbs

Let’s see the differences between these 4 floorplans of campers under 3000 lbs with bathrooms.

MakeForest RiverForest RiverForest RiverForest River
Model2023 R-Pod2023 R-Pod2023 R-Pod2023 R-Pod
FloorplanRP-153RP-171RP-180RP-190
Dry WeightTBD271429502979
GVWRTBD384038323807
Hitch WeightTBD340332307
Max
CCC
TBD1126882828
Exterior Length17′ 6″19’ 0”20′ 0″20′ 4″
Dry BathYesWet BathYesYes
BunkhouseNoNoNoNo
Sleeping Capacity3 or 43 or 444
Type of BedMurphy BedQueen BedQueen BedQueen Bed
Slides Out0011
R-Pod Travel Trailers Under 3000 lbs Dry Weight floorplans with bathrooms
R-Pod Travel Trailers Under 3000 lbs Dry Weight Floorplans
Source of photos and specs: https://forestriverinc.com/

Forest River 2023 R-Pod RP-171

The R-Pod RP-171 travel trailer is ideal for weekend excursions because it is small and lightweight. At slightly under 20 feet long and under 3000 lbs, it has all of the necessities for camping. A sleeping capacity for 3-4 people, a kitchen with a two-burner cooktop, a convection microwave, a refrigerator, a furnace, an air conditioner, a TV, and a wet bath.  This fantastic layout is perfect for couples or friends on a weekend trip, and for individuals who want to get out and enjoy the great outdoors while still having the comforts of home.

MakeForest River
Model2023 R-Pod
FloorplanRP-171
Dry Weight2714
GVWR3840
Hitch Weight340
Max CCC1126
Exterior Length19’ 0”

Forest River 2023 R-Pod RP-190

MakeForest River
Model2023 R-Pod
FloorplanRP-190
Dry Weight2979
GVWR3807
Hitch Weight307
Max CCC828
Exterior Length20′ 4″
 360-Tour

Retro Camper Trailers Under 3000 lbs

Riverside RV 2023 Retro 135

The Riverside RV Retro 135 is a good choice for those who like new retro campers with a travel trailer under 3000 lbs with a dry bath and a floorplan ideal for couples.

new retro campers under 3000 lbs
Riverside RV Retro 135 Floorplan
Source of photos and specs: https://goriversiderv.com/
MakeRiverside RV
Model2023 Retro
Floorplan135
Dry Weight2640
GVWR3640
Hitch Weight140
Max CCC1000
Exterior Length15’ 9”
Dry BathYes
BunkhouseNo
Sleeping Capacity3
Type of BedQueen Bed
Slides Out0

Geo Pro Camper Under 3000 lbs

Forest River 2023 Rockwood Geo Pro G15TB

One difference to note between this model and the other campers we have in this review is that the Rockwood Geo Pro G15TB has a wet bath, while most of the other campers have a dry bath. Something important to consider when looking for a new RV. However, there are a lot of pros to choosing this camper. Let’s see.

geo pro camper under 3000 lbs with bathroom
Camper Under 3000 Pounds: Geo Pro G15TB – Source of photos: https://forestriverinc.com/

The Geo Pro G15TB floorplan is versatile with two twin beds that convert to a king bed, a bath, a TV, an awning 10 ft long, and other amazing features such as two exterior storage compartments and a griddle outside. Most tow trucks are capable of towing this travel trailer for under 3,000 lbs. If you are looking for a tiny camper, lightweight with a king bed, you should consider this travel trailer made by Forest River RV. Definitely, one of the perfect 16 travel trailers under 3000 lbs for this review.

geo pro camper under 3000 lbs with bathroom
Geo Pro Floor plan: G15TB – camper under 3000 pounds with bathroom
Source of photos and specs: https://forestriverinc.com/
MakeForest River
Model2023 Rockwood Geo Pro
FloorplanG15TB
Dry Weight2667
GVWR3877
Hitch Weight357
Max CCC1210
Exterior Length15′ 10″
 Spec available here360-Tour

Prime Time Camper Trailer Under 3000 lbs Dry Weight & Bath

Prime Time Avenger 16BRD

With a weight of slightly under 3,000 lbs, the Avenger 16RD travel trailer is ideal for towing.

campers under 3000 lbs with bathroom
Prime Time Avenger 16BRD Floorplan Source of photos and specs: https://primetimerv.com/

As you can see in the floorplan above, there’s a queen bed in the front with a nightstand, a spacious full dry bath with a skylight shower, and a wide U-dinette in the back, increasing the sleeping capacity in 2 places if you wish. A two-burner stove, a domestic microwave, and a 10.7 cu. ft. 12V refrigerators are included in the kitchen. The Avenger 16RD offers a versatile floorplan with a sleeping capacity of up to 4 people. That’s why it is one of our best campers under 3000 lbs.

MakePrime Time
ModelAvenger
Floorplan16BRD
Dry Weight2939
GVWR3890
Hitch Weight390
Max CCC951
Exterior Length20′ 11″
Dry BathYes
BunkhouseNo
Sleeping Capacity4
Type of BedQueen Bed
Slides Out0

Coachmen RV Trailers Under 3000 lbs

Coachmen RV Clipper Ultra-lite 17CBH & Viking Ultra-lite 17CBH

Coachmen RV Clipper Ultra-lite 17CBH & Viking Ultra-lite 17CBH are also selected as the best bunkhouse travel trailers under 25 feet, and in this article, we propose these Coachmen RV options are one of the best travel trailers under 3000 lbs.

best floorplans travel trailers under 3000 lbs with bunk beds and a bathroom
Coachmen RV Clipper Ultra-lite 17CBH & Viking Ultra-lite 17CBH Floorplans
Source of photos and specs: https://coachmenrv.com/
MakeCoachmen RV
ModelClipper Ultra-lite and Viking Ultra-lite
Floorplan17CBH
Dry Weight2959
GVWR3883
Hitch Weight383
Max CCC924
Exterior Length20′ 4″
Dry BathYes
BunkhouseYes
Sleeping Capacity4
Type of BedQueen Bed
Slides Out0
best travel trailers under 3000 lbs with bunk beds and a bathroom
Coachmen RV Clipper Ultra-lite

Options with Bunkhouse Under 3,000 lbs

If you are specifically looking for lightweight travel trailers with bunk beds, we recommend our articles and owners’ reviews, which only include bunkhouse floorplans:

We hope you get the most out of our review and summary of the 16 best travel trailers under 3000 lbs with bathrooms. I hope you find the smallest and lightest travel trailers on the current market (but comfortable). If you are looking for more options (up to 4000 lbs.), we recommend our article about the 20 Small Travel Trailers with Dry Bath. See you in the next post!

About John Smith

For more than 30 years I worked in the exciting world of RV manufacturing. I liked knowing that I could improve the campers with customer feedback and see the improvements and upgrades on floor plans, delivering the best designs and the best quality RVs, year after year. After traveling with my family in RVs and small rented campers across the USA, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and even North Africa, I feel that I must share personal experiences, guidance, concerns, tips, and news. At Camper Outdoor, we share our biggest passion, weekend getaways in a camper, RV vacations, extended stays in RV parks, the quiet life of senior couples who choose to spend more time enjoying their RV, and boondocking experiences (which as in the beginning was unsuccessful, we have good tips to avoid the same thing happening to you!). Enjoy this website created just for you!

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