A recreational vehicle is equipment that is intended to be used as both a vehicle and temporary travel accomodations. RV is an abbreviation for Recreational Vehicle. RVs are generally categorized as one of seven types of recreational vehicles for sale. Categories of RVs such as Motorhomes also have subsequent categorization such as Class A, Class B & Class C.

There are two types of RVs, which are based on if the recreational vehicle is towed or driven/motorized. Motorized RVs include large motorhomes and smaller truck campers. Towable RVs include pop up tent trailers, travel trailers, fifth wheels and other hybrids which are towed behind a vehicle such as a car, pickup truck, van or SUV.

Towable Trailers: The term towable trailers is often used to refer to recreational vehicles which are towed. This includes Folding Camping Trailers, Travel Trailers, Fifth Wheel Trailers, Hybrid Trailers & Toy Haulers. All of these recreational vehichles are towed by another separate vehicle versus the RV Motorhome which is a vehicle and RV in one. One of the most important benefits of a towable trailer RV is that they may be attached and removed from the vehicle whenever needed.

Folding Camping Trailer: Camper trailer recreational vehicles are often referred to by a variety of different names, but they are all the same. These RVs are commonly also called Camper Trailers, Tent Trailers & Pop Up Camping Trailers. As described by their name, the recreational vehicle is a towable trailer that folds in and pop ups. The trailer frame is collapsed while being towed and then is expanded once your destination is reached. The siding of the pop up camper is a collapsable meshing material versus a hard side, which provides for an open air environment within the RV. Folding campers are lightweight and can be towed by many different types of vehicles including pickup trucks, conversion vans and cars. Priced typically between $5000 and $20,000 pop up campers are one of the cheapest recreational vehicles available.

Travel Trailer: Travel trailers are larger, heavier, fully enclosed recreational vehicles towed from the hitch or bumper of another vehicle. Because of their heavy weight, the max tow capacity of the vehicle must be carefully considered when selecting a travel trailer to purchase. Typically a large vehicle will be needed to tow a travel trailer. With their larger size, travel trailers provide a wide variety of different options including floorplans and amentities to suit almost any need and desire. Sleeping accomodations up to ten, although individual floorplans will vary. Travel trailer prices usually range between $10,000 to $75,000.

Toy Hauler: A toy hauler is a travel trailer that has a section devoted to hauling your favorite toys - usually ATVs, Jet Skis, Bikes and other recreation equipment. Built with a ramp, loading and loading the travel trailer is easy with a toy hauler. Toy haulers typically cost between $25,000 to $75,000.

Motorhomes: The grand daddy of RVs, the motorhome combines living and driving in one vehicle. Motorhomes are categorized based on three types -

Class A Motorhomes: Also called a Motorcoach, Class A Motorhomes are the largest recreational vehicle. These motorhomes are built upon a truck chassis, bus chassis or a specially designed motorhome chassis. Typical length ranges from 25 to 45 feet.

Class B Motorhomes: A motorhome built on a van chassis with an attached cab. Typical length is 20 to 25 feet.

Class C Motorhomes: A motorhome built on a truck chassis with an attached cab. Typical length is 15 to 35 feet.