Who makes Viking Travel Trailers? Coachmen Viking RV Reviews

2021 has been a big year for RV sales. More manufacturers are entering the market and an endless line of models and sizes are available. 

The Coachmen Viking RV fills a popular segment of the travel trailer market: Budget-minded RVers looking for an affordable travel trailer that is lightweight but has amenities and options.

Who makes Coachmen Viking RV Travel Trailers?

It’s a brand you can trust. Coachmen RV, a division of Forest River, Inc., is headquartered in Middlebury, Indiana. The company has a primary manufacturing facility on nearly 220 acres with over 23 acres under roof.

Is Viking a good trailer?

Viking RV (Recreational Vehicles) have been around since 1972 and are a superb line of folding camping trailers. These compact, lightweight, easy–to–tow RVs appeal to young families discovering the pleasures of camping.

Another appealing thing about the Coachmen Viking Ultra-Lite lineup is you don’t need a huge truck to tow them. Many people want to use their current vehicle to tow rather than purchasing a dedicated tow vehicle and again adding to the cost of their RV.

Let’s dig a little deeper into this great travel trailer and see if it might be a candidate for your next RV.

Coachmen RV Travel Trailers

Coachmen RV has been around for 57 years and have sold over 600,000 RVs. They offer a large lineup of RVs for every need from their budget-friendly travel trailers to luxurious Class A motorhomes.

Their goal is to provide a great product and back it with a solid warranty and great customer support. The many Coachmen owners are a testament to this company’s quality product. 

The Coachmen Owners Association is another added benefit to ownership. They also offer planned group trips, campground directories, and even mail forwarding.

How much does a Viking RV Travel Trailer weight?

Weights for Viking RV Travel Trailers range from 2700 lbs to 3700 lbs, making them towable with small trucks and mid-sized SUVs.

There is definitely something nice about rolling into a campground and not having to worry about finding a big enough site to maneuver your rig into.

The Coachmen Viking Ultra-Lite travel trailers offer lots of bang for your buck with standard features such as: 

• 13,500 BTU air conditioners, 
• 12,000 BTU furnaces, 
• an outdoor shower, 
• solar and backup camera pre-prepped,
• and Dexter E-Z Lube axles. 
• Outdoors, you get a 12′ power awning and Bluetooth speakers.

An all-terrain package with a flipped axle and 15″ all-terrain tires is a great option for those looking to do a little extra exploring. Additional options include a Jack-It bike rack, upgraded power jack, and Murphy beds for extra floor space.

Coachmen Viking Ultra-lite Travel Trailer Review

Coachmen is targeting budget-minded campers with this model. Their goal was to produce a lightweight affordable travel trailer with some of the options RVers want and the quality build that Coachmen is known for.

The Viking lineup has a few different sizes and options available. The most popular for both cost and tow ability is the 16′ to 18′ single axle models.

There are multiple floor plans to choose from including a single queen bed layout, a double bed with bunks, a double bed, and a large U-shaped dinette with bunks. Two of the 17′ models are also available with a small slide that houses the dinette.

Viking ultra lite 262bhs Travel Trailers by Coachmen RV

SPECIFICATIONS Viking ultra lite 262bhs Travel Trailers

• Hitch Weight: 720 lb.
• GVWR: 7,720 lb.
• CCC: 1,495 lb.
• Exterior Width: 96″
• Exterior Length: 32′ 0
• Exterior Height: 11′ 0″
• Black Water: 32.00 gal.
• Fresh Water: 40.00 gal.
• Gray Water: 32.00 gal.
• Awning Size: 18′
• UVW: 6,225 lb.

Viking Ultra-Lite 272RLS Travel Trailers by Coachmen RV

SPECIFICATIONS Viking Ultra-Lite 272RLS Travel Trailers

• Hitch Weight: 946 lb.
• GVWR: 7,946 lb.
• CCC: 2,018 lb.
• Exterior Width: 96″
• Exterior Length: 31′ 10″
• Exterior Height: 11′ 0″
• Black Water: 32.00 gal.
• Fresh Water: 40.00 gal.
• Gray Water: 32.00 gal.
• Awning Size: 16′
• UVW: 5,928 lb.

Viking Ultra-Lite 17BH Travel Trailers by Coachmen RV

SPECIFICATIONS Viking Ultra-Lite 17BH Travel Trailers

• Hitch Weight: 340 lb.
• GVWR: 3,840 lb.
• CCC: 826 lb.
• Exterior Width: 90″
• Exterior Length: 20′ 5″
• Exterior Height: 10′ 0″
• Black Water: 25.00 gal.
• Fresh Water: 27.00 gal.
• Gray Water: 25.00 gal.
• Awning Size: 12′
• UVW: 3,014 lb.

Viking Ultra-Lite 17SBH Travel Trailers by Coachmen RV

SPECIFICATIONS Viking Ultra-Lite 17SBH Travel Trailers

• Hitch Weight: 383 lb.
• GVWR: 3,883 lb.
• CCC: 924 lb.
• Exterior Width: 88″
• Exterior Length: 20′ 4″
• Exterior Height: 10′ 0″
• Black Water: 25.00 gal.
• Fresh Water: 27.00 gal.
• Gray Water: 25.00 gal.
• Awning Size: 12′
• UVW: 2,959 lb.

Viking Ultra-Lite 17FQ Travel Trailers by Coachmen RV

SPECIFICATIONS Viking Ultra-Lite 17FQ Travel Trailers by Coachmen RV

• Hitch Weight: 330 lb.
• GVWR: 3,830 lb.
• CCC: 766 lb.
• Exterior Width: 90″
• Exterior Length: 20′ 5″
• Exterior Height: 10′ 0″
• Black Water: 25.00 gal.
• Fresh Water: 27.00 gal.
• Gray Water: 25.00 gal.
• Awning Size: 12′
• UVW: 3,064 lb.

Viking Saga Ultra-Lite 16SFB Travel Trailers by Coachmen RV

SPECIFICATIONS Viking Saga Ultra-Lite 16SFB Travel Trailers

• Hitch Weight: 363 lb.
• GVWR: 3,863 lb.
• CCC: 1,080 lb.
• Exterior Width: 88″
• Exterior Length: 18′ 6″
• Exterior Height: 10′ 0″
• Black Water: 25.00 gal.
• Fresh Water: 27.00 gal.
• Gray Water: 25.00 gal.
• Awning Size: 10′
• UVW: 2,783 lb.

Conclusions about The New Coachmen Viking Ultra-Lite Travel Trailer

With so many options for travel trailers, choosing your next rig will require some research and brand comparisons. If a lightweight, entry priced RV is what you are searching for, the Coachmen Viking Ultra-Lite deserves a look.

I think it has a place in the market. Although I have a 40’ 5th wheel I could see this as a good second trailer option for off grid close-by weekend trips. Different tires would be a must, but that’s pocket change.

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