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Sam --- we just traded a 16' Bambi CCD last week for a 25' Classic after having the Bambi a little over a year . Here is some insite that may help. Single--Dual axle--A single axle trailer has 2 less tires to purchase, inflate , purchase covers for, etc. You have 2 less sets of wheel bearing to maintain. Single axle trailers are easer to level side to side on uneven ground and there is only 2 sets of brakes to maintain. I'm sure there are a few other advantages. Tandom axle trailers are slightly easier to back up, can be driven short distances on one wheel should you have no spare tire, has a second axle with added brakes, is easier to change a tire as you can drive onto a block with one wheel and lift the other wheel off the ground without a jack, are slightly more stable in a gusty side wind, and probably more stable should a blowout occure, however I have never had one nor spoke to anyone who has.
As to the 48" bed---The biggest problem with it is the person sleeping on the inside has to crawl over the other to get out. Our 16' was worse than the 19 as the bed is cross ways in it, still this is somewhat a problem with the 19 also. My wife and I are average size people so the 48" wasn't a problem but larger people would find it crowded. Two small children---Unless you get a really big trailer, no matter the brand 4 people in a trailer is always a test of ones patience. However I think you'll find you don't spend a great deal of time where all of you are inside at the same time anyway. Rainy days and bad weather are the only time this is likely to be a problem. When our kids were little we always kept a stash of games, comic books, and little toys that could be played on a table top for when little ones were confined or getting restless. One big advantage to the19' is the small trailers trade well. Most any dealer is anxious to trade for these models as there is a big demand for these both new and used. If you find after a year or so it's not what you want you'll have little trouble trading or selling it. We traded up as my wife is retiring in a few months and we'll have time for more extended travel and felt the added room will be more comfortable. Hope this is of some help.-----Pieman
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