Trim level differences

[kb0zke]

Okay, I know that the Flying Cloud is the low end and the Classic is the high end. As I study the specs, it seems that a 30' Classic has a 10,000 pound GVWR while all of the lower levels have an 8800 pound GVWR. Both, though, have similar CCC (~2200 pounds). That tells me that there is ~1200 pounds difference in dry (empty) weight. So what are those things that make up that 1200 pounds? A 40-pound aluminum propane tank weighs about as much as a 30-pound steel one, so there is about 20 pounds worth of propane. The Classic gets a two-bowl kitchen sink, while the others get a smaller round one. That may account for a couple of pounds. The Classic has a sliding door between the bath and bedroom, while the others have a curtain, but then the Classic has a walk-through bathroom, so no door to the toilet. Wash? The Classic has a couch that looks heavier, but I suspect that there really isn't all that much difference, but I don't know.


So, what really IS the difference? For context, the search I'm using is 30' and longer, 2005 and newer, rear queen bed, 50A service, asking price of $75,000 or less, at a dealer.

[waninae39]

heavy solid wood is a contributor

[mikeinca]

In addition to the use of solid wood cabinets etc. as mentioned above, there are things like powered bed adjustment, powered recliners, larger diameter wheels and tires, safe in the floor of the closet and fancier shades throughout the trailer. On the newer Classics I'm not sure if the Alde heating system is heavier than a standard furnace but that's another difference. The Corian counter and dinette tops in the Classic are also heavier than the corresponding pieces in a Flying Cloud. I'm sure there are other details I'm not listing.

[kb0zke]

Makes sense. Thanks. I'm glad Airstream has seen fit to increase the GVWR on the Classics to account for the heavier base weight.