The Cardinal we had was a 29WBLX and was 31 feet and just a couple of inches shy of 32 feet. It had a dry weight of 9,570 and we did weigh itQuote:
Originally Posted by SigsRule
one time after we first got it. With full water tank, propane and all food,
clothes and gear it weighed a bit over 11,000 pounds. I don't recall the
exact amount but it was between 11,300 to 11,400 loaded and ready to go.
I understand what you mean about staying at 30-31 foot though.
Once we get moved or a parking situation to our liking I want another fifth
wheel but it will likely be smaller. We started on fifth wheels with a 20 footer
which was way too small and then progressed to a 26 foot unit. I really liked
the storage and the bedroom slide on the Cardinal 32 foot we just sold but we will likely get a single slide around 28 to 29 foot long the next time.
It makes it easier to get into forest service campgrounds and state and national parks. If you are going to just stay in commercial campgrounds it doesn't make any difference how long the unit is. But for our style of camping staying under 30 foot is best as it doesn't limit you as much as to which campsite you can use.
