Wh doesn’t want to bring the comforts of home when you go camping in remote places, right? That’s just the best of both worlds! You’re in the midst of nature and yet you have everything you need to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
That is what Palomino travel trailers offer you. We’re here to show you how these travel trailers can be your ticket to a fun and relaxing getaway.
Introduction to Palomino Travel Trailers
Palomino RV has been around for more than 5 decades, providing the RV community with the best value for their money with their quality campers. They offer a wide range of RVs from travel trailers, truck campers, toy haulers, fifth wheels, and destination trailers.
Palomino was first known as Vanguard Industries which was established by Mr. Vern Landey. He used to be an RV distributor and he felt that he could provide the people with better quality RVs so he began producing pop-up tent trailers in Savage, Minnesota. As their customer base began to grow, they moved their factory to Colon, Michigan so they could manufacture more camping trailers.
They continued with their expansion and innovation until Forest River bought their company in 2002. When this happened, there was a huge growth in their production and they added more RV types to their lineup. In 2005, Forest River Inc. was acquired by Berkshire Hathaway and Palomino RV continued to be a valued division of Forest River Inc. that manufactures top quality RVs including their travel trailer line.
Palomino Travel Trailers
Palomino Travel Trailers currently have 5 models in their lineup. These are the following.
Now, let’s proceed to the most exciting part! We’ll take a look at each model to find out what features they offer to the RV community.
PaloMini
Construction
The PaloMini travel trailers are currently available in 2 floorplans. These lite trailers are under 5,000 lbs. which makes them very easy to tow and take with you no matter where you want to go.
These lightweight travel trailers are made using Azdel construction. They have a laminated roof to prevent leaks. They also come standard with aluminum wheels, dexter torsion axle, 4 stabilizer jacks, and a spare tire.
You can upgrade your lite travel trailer and get the Off-Road Package to have an additional 4″ to its exterior height, 15″ aluminum wheels, 28″ mudder tires, lift kit, flared fenders, and an assist rail so that your camper is always ready to take you further down the road.
To ensure that you have a great adventure, you also also get the Badlands Package so your trailer will have a roof rack, ladder, and solar panel. You can pack more camping essentials and your favorite outdoor sports gear with their addition. And you can stay off the grid longer when you have solar power.
Exterior Features
The PaloMini campers have a high gloss white exterior. The front cap has a Line X Protectant to help it resist damages and it also comes with a windshield to offer a better view of the outdoors.
The power awning with LED lights offer a big help when you want to stay outside to enjoy the beauty of nature. It also has wirings for your solar power when you want to camp off-grid. An RVQ grill with bumper mount is available for your picnics.
Interior Design and Features
To maximize space, PaloMini travel trailers have a Murphy bed that makes way to a sofa during the day. There is also a dinette so you can eat your meals inside the camper comfortably. You can listen to the radio through the AM/FM Bluetooth stereo. You can add a 24″ TV if you enjoy watching shows and news.
The kitchenette has a two burner cooktop, microwave, and a 10 cu. ft. refrigerator. There’s also a pantry and overhead cabinets for you to store your cookware.
These campers may be compact but they have a bathroom inside the travel trailer. This makes it very convenient for users as they don’t have to search for public restrooms to fulfill their bathroom needs. The shower area is enclosed and there’s a porcelain toilet. You have access to hot water so that you can enjoy a leisurely bath at the end of the day.
The entire travel trailer is kept cool by a 13.5K BTU air conditioner. You can also get another 11K BTU low profile A/C and a fireplace so that you’ll always be comfy inside the trailer no matter what the weather is.
Key Specs:
- Exterior Length: starts at 21′ 9″
- Exterior Height: 10′ 3″
- Exterior Width: 90″
- Fresh Water Tank Capacity (gal): 44
- Gray Water Tank Capacity (gal): 30
- Black Water Tank Capacity (gal): 38
- Awning Size: 14′ – 15′
- GVWR (lb.): starts at 4,905 lb.
Puma
Construction
Puma Travel Trailers are available in 4 models – Puma, Puma Destination, Puma Ultra Lite, and Puma XLE Lite. But we’ll zoom in on the Puma model. These towables are also offered as fifth wheels and toy haulers.
The Puma travel trailers have 23 different floorplans! How about that? You’ve got a lot of choices from this model alone when it comes to size, configuration, and features.
This model is built powder coated frames to give them added protection. The floor decking is made of 5/8″ Araucoply Tongue and Groove Plywood and it comes with 25-year manufacturer’s limited warranty. There are 2″ x 3″ flush floor joists on 12″ centers as well.
The AlphaPly roofing membrane also comes with a limited lifetime warranty. There are rain gutters with large downspouts to protect the wall from being soaked in water. The front cap is made of fiberglass and it has enhanced durability with the addition of the diamond plate.
The weight of the travel trailer is supported by the super lube axles. Meanwhile, the enclosed underbelly is wrapped in Darco material to prevent moisture. There’s also the ABS automotive style fender skirts to offer more protection to the underside of the trailer.
When you reach your destination, you can easily setup your camp as it already comes with 4 manual stabilizer jacks, 2 power front jacks, and 2 electric stabilizer jacks. The slideouts come with the Rack & Pinion electric slide system with manual override so you can have everything in order in a matter of minutes.
The 9″ 3-tier steps that lead to the entry doors are wide and sturdy enough to ensure your safety as you go up and down the trailer.
Exterior Features
Some of the outstanding exterior features of the Puma travel trailers are the power awning with LED light strip, luggage compartments, and large front pass-thru exterior storage. You have ample storage space for your camping equipment and travel essentials.
You can also extend your living space outside of your camper with the shade provided by the awning. There are 2 exterior speakers so you can have fun listening to your favorite tunes. There’s also an outside shower which is very convenient for cleaning up after a fun but messy outdoor adventure.
Wirings have been prepared for your back up camera and solar power so it will be easy for you to have them installed if you wish to have them.
Interior Design and Features
Puma’s interior has a height of 80″. This gives you adequate headroom to be able to move around comfortably. The floor in well-insulated and is covered by Beauflor linoleum and residential carpet with pad to give it a soft touch. There are 2 interior decors to choose from – Cafe Latte with touches of brown and Slate that’s more on gray tones.
Most units has a queen bed as a standard and there are night stands, shirt closets and overhead cabinets for storing your personal travel stuff. The beds have a high-density foam mattress and bedspread to guarantee your comfort when you sleep on them. You can add a TV in this area if you want to watch your favorite shows as you’re lying on your bed. Many floorplans also have bunk beds so that your camper will have more space for more people.
At the living area, you may have a dinette, sofa, push back recliners, or a combination of those furniture. Puma also maximizes the space by adding storage compartments in the dinette and sofa. There are USB charging ports and an AM/FM/Bluetooth stereo for your source of entertainment. The travel trailers have also been pre-wired for your WiFi connection.
The kitchen comes with a decorative backsplash that’s both aesthetic and makes it easy to clean. You’ll enjoy cooking your favorite camping meals with the help of the 3 burner high output cooking range, microwave oven, stainless steel sink, and high-rise faucet. There’s also a refrigerator and pantry where you can keep your wet and dry goods. For other storage solutions, there are silverware drawers, knife rack, spice rack, and overhead cabinets to keep your kitchen stuff organized.
All floorplans have a complete bathroom package. The shower area is enclosed and there’s a toilet, sink, and medicine cabinet. There’s also a power vent to help keep it dry and free from molds.
A 35K BTU furnace, 13.5K BTU ducted air conditioner, and 6 gallon gas/electric water heater will take care of your heating and cooling needs inside the camper.
Key Specs:
- Exterior Length: starts at 29′ 7″
- Exterior Height: starts at 11′ 1″
- Exterior Width: 96″
- Fresh Water Tank Capacity (gal): 43 or 95
- Gray Water Tank Capacity (gal): 34.5 to 95
- Black Water Tank Capacity (gal): 30 to 67
- Awning Size: 13′ to 21′
- GVWR (lb.): starts at 7,598 lb.
Real-Lite Mini
Construction
Real-Lite Mini are small travel trailers from Palomino. Being this size, they are easy to tow and take to different places. These Lite Travel Trailers are currently offered in 2 floorplans with a length of 21’9″ and 22’11”. Both have a GVWR of under 5,000 lbs.
Real-Lite Mini are made with Azdel construction to make them lightweight but durable. They also have a laminated roof and high gloss white exterior. The front cap has a windshield and Line X Protectant for a protective coating.
They also come standard with Dexter torsion axle and aluminum wheels to offer adequate support to the camper. The 4 stabilizer jacks make it so convenient to set up the trailer when you reach your campsite. You can be sure that the trailer is balanced and there’s no swaying or rocking motion to bother you. They even have a spare tire in case you encounter a road emergency.
If you get the Off-Road Package, Palomino will add an extra 4″ to your trailer’s exterior height. You’ll also get 15′ aluminum wheels and 28″ mudder tires to make you more capable of traversing difficult terrains. It will also come with a lift kit, flared fenders, and an assist rail.
Exterior Features
Two of the best exterior features of Real-Lite Mini are the power awning with LED light and it has been prepped for your solar power.
The awning will allow you to stay outside without being bothered by the sun’s rays or occasional rains. You also have the option to have a solar panel installed so you can go off-grid camping and still have an operational trailer. You can get an RVQ grill with bumper mount so you can start grilling for your picnic.
Palomino’s BadLands Package will let you have a solar panel, a roof ladder, and roof rack so you can bring more camping gear with you.
Interior Design and Features
Real-Lite Mini will make sure that you have a comfortable stay even when you’re in the middle of nowhere. It has complete amenities inside the camper.
To optimize the space, the sleeping area comes with a Murphy bed that can be lifted up during the day to make way for the sofa. It also comes standard with a dinette booth so you can eat your meals or do your work more comfortably. The RL189 floorplan has bunk beds to offer more sleeping capacity.
The living area has an AM/FM Bluetooth stereo. You can upgrade this to an entertainment center by getting a 24″ TV.
A 13.5K BTU air conditioner will help cool the camper. You can also get a fireplace to keep you warm during chilly weather. There is a Maxx air vent to keep fresh air circulating inside.
The kitchen has a 2 burner cooktop, microwave, refrigerator, pantry, sink, and faucet. This will allow you to prepare delectable meals so you won’t have to rely on instant food when camping.
The bathroom has an enclosed shower area, porcelain toilet, and linen cabinet. This is a welcome convenience anywhere you go to be able to answer the call of nature anytime you need to. These travel trailers also come with 6 gallon hot water if you prefer to take warm showers.
Key Specs:
- Exterior Length: 21′ 9″ or 22′ 11″
- Exterior Height: 10′ 3″
- Exterior Width: 90″
- Fresh Water Tank Capacity (gal): 44
- Gray Water Tank Capacity (gal): 30
- Black Water Tank Capacity (gal): 38
- Awning Size: 14′ or 15′
- GVWR (lb.): starts at 4,905 lb.
Revolve
Construction
You won’t run out of power with Revolve Travel Trailers. These are 100% powered by solar energy! Camping with a green purpose, why not, right?
Revolve is available in 2 floorplans with a length of 21’9″ and 22’11”. These units are both under 5,000 lbs. making them lightweight and easy to tow.
These travel trailers are built using Azdel construction. The underbelly is fully enclosed while the front cap has a high gloss gel coating with Line X protection to help it withstand the abuses of the road. It also comes with a single torsion axle to help support the load of the trailer. The power stabilizer jacks will help you keep your camper steady in no time.
Exterior Features
Revolve travel trailers have a power awning that’s very useful for campers. It gives you much-needed protection from the weather while you stay outside and enjoy the freshness of the outdoors.
But the star of the show is really its Off-Grid package which is mandatory for all units. You will have a total of 400W solar power, 4 lithium batteries, an onboard battery charger and monitor panel,and a tow vehicle power adaptor. This means you don’t have to be dependent on shore power and thus, you have the freedom to explore remote places and destinations.
If that’s not yet enough, Palomino offers an additional 300W of portable solar panel. To make sure also that you’re trailer can take on rough terrains, you can get the off-road package to upgrade your wheels to 15″ with 28″ mudder tires. You’ll also get flared fenders and an assist rail.
Interior Design and Features
The interior of Revolve travel trailers isn’t different from its siblings. You’ve got everything you need on the road.
You can sleep on the Murphy bed. There are bunk beds on their EV4 floorplan. During the day, you can lift the bed and you have a sofa. There’s also a dinette in the living area so you have sufficient space to do what you want to do. You can watch your favorite shows on the 24″ TV.
The kitchen has an induction cooktop, sink, refrigerator, and microwave. Enjoy freshly cooked meals on the road. There are overhead cabinets for storing your kitchenware.
You also have the convenience of having your very own bathroom no matter where you go. It has a shower tub surround and toilet so you can fulfill your bathroom needs anytime.
Key Specs:
- Exterior Length: 21′ 9″ or 22’11”
- Exterior Height: 10’3″
- Exterior Width: 90″
- Fresh Water Tank Capacity (gal): 44
- Gray Water Tank Capacity (gal): 30
- Black Water Tank Capacity (gal): 38
- Awning Size: 14′ or 15′
- GVWR (lb.): starts at 4,950 lb.
Solaire
Construction
Solaire is offered in 2 models – Solaire Expandable and Solaire Ultra Lite. Solaire Expandables are temporarily unavailable in the market but these campers have aluminum frame structure with bunk mats at the front and rear of the trailer.
Solaire Ultra Lite campers are built using an aluminum superstructure frame to make them ultra lightweight of curse without sacrificing durability. They have suspension axles to help support the load of your trailer.
The available floorplans right now are 7 with lengths ranging from 24’3″ to 36′ 3″. Their GVWR are within the 5,000 to 10,000 lbs. range.
Solaire comes standard with Dexter Tor-Flex torsion axles to support the slightly heavier weight of the campers. The wheels are made of aluminum. The power tongue jack makes it easy to hitch on your towing vehicle.
Exterior Features
Solaire’s exterior comes with a high gloss white finish. It has a power awning with LED lights so you can stay outside of your camper and breathe in the fresh air.
You can pack your camping essentials inside the baggage compartments that have magnetized slam latch doors.
You can get an RVQ bumper mount grill so you can cook outside. Other upgrade options include having heated tank pads and holding tanks, a roof ladder, power stabilizer jacks, and a full fiberglass front cap with Line X protection.
Interior Design and Features
Solaire’s ceilings are barreled to make way for a more spacious interior. There are LED lights all around the camper and the 13.5K BTU ducted air conditioner will help keep all areas of the travel trailer cool.
You will experience a luxurious escape inside a Solaire travel trailer. The main bedroom has a king bed with cabinets all around for your storage solutions. Some floorplans have double beds with ladder to offer more sleeping space.
In the living area, you will find a sofa sleeper, dinette, theater seats, or a combination of these furniture. A Furrion HDMI DVD/Bluetooth/HDMI stereo will keep you entertained. There are USB ports for your gadgets and gizmos.
The kitchen holds a cooking range, microwave, 11 cu. ft. refrigerator, pantry, and a stainless steel sink with roll cover. Its solid surface countertops are easy to clean and offers more space as you prepare your favorite dishes.
Lastly, the bathroom has a tub surround with skylight to brighten it during the day. There’s also a toilet, sink, and linen cabinet. A MAxx Air vent helps keep the air fresh and circulating.
Upgrades will depend on the floorplan that you’re getting. They include having an air conditioner unit in the bedroom, a countertop extension in the kitchen, free standing table and chairs that you can also bring outside, 30 lb. Lp tanks, fireplace, WiFi booster, and washer/dryer. You can choose which ones will make your stay more comfortable and hassle-free.
Key Specs:
- Exterior Length: starts at 24′ 3″
- Exterior Height: 10′ 1″ or 11’1″
- Exterior Width: 96″
- Fresh Water Tank Capacity (gal): 44
- Gray Water Tank Capacity (gal): 38 to 106
- Black Water Tank Capacity (gal): 30 to 38
- Awning Size: 12′ to 21′
- GVWR (lb.): starts at 5,630 lb.
There you have it – the 5 models of Palomino travel trailers and their key features that make them standout among the pool of travel trailers in the market.
What is Palomino RV’s warranty on their campers?
As part of Forest River Inc., Palomino RVs offers the same warranty that Forest River provides to their buyers. Their towables come with a limited one year warranty. This covers the original purchaser of the unit, one year from date of purchase.
Palomino RVs guarantee that their products are free of any substantial defects when it comes to workmanship and materials used. When proven defective and hinder the use of these campers for recreational camping, the warranty shall take effect.
Some manufacturers of the materials used in the construction of these travel trailers may offer a separate warranty for their products. Buyers should clarify these with their dealers.
Wrap Up: Is Palomino a good camper brand?
There’s a reason why Palomino is still standing strong after 5 decades. It’s because they are able to provide value to the RV community through their affordable but good quality travel trailers.
They may not be the most luxurious brand out there but there’s a practicality about Palomino campers that’ll allow you to experience the RV lifestyle and have everything you need to make your outdoor adventures memorable and a lot of fun.
