The Class C motorhome is a built on a front-engine truck chassis, with the front end, cab and front doors of a van, pickup or larger truck. The most common feature is an over-the-cab space for sleeping or storage. They are often referred to as “mini-motorhomes,” despite the fact that they can reach more than 40 ft. in length. Most, however, are between 21 and 32 ft. long. Slide-outs have become a common option for Class C motorhomes, adding to the interior space while camping.
Gas engines are most common, although a greater variety of excellent diesel engines have entered the market in the past several years. All Class C’s have front-mounted engines, and rear-wheel-drive, most frequently on chassis built by GM or Ford. A new trend are RV’s with a heavy-duty front cab and front engine [...]