Dutchman Travel Trailers

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Dutchmen travel trailers are among the most frequently seen and widely recognized recreational vehicles on the road. People often refer to these units as Dutchman travel trailers, but Dutchmen is the actual brand name.

About Dutchmen Travel Trailers

Dutchmen began manufacturing recreational vehicles in 1988. Over the years, the company developed a reputation for producing top quality travel trailers and fifth wheel campers that meet the needs of families of all sizes. Dutchmen campers include numerous standard features, and they are made with superior materials and excellent workmanship. The company takes pride in designing and manufacturing innovative recreational vehicles that represent both outstanding quality and value.

Thor Industries acquired the original Dutchmen company in 1991. The publicly traded corporation began in 1980 and grew through a combination of product development and acquisition. Thor has grown to be the largest manufacturer of RVs in the world. The company produces and markets several brands of recreational vehicles. In addition to Dutchmen, the Thor corporate identity includes:

  • Airstream
  • Chateau
  • Citation
  • Comfort
  • Crossroads
  • Damon
  • Four Winds
  • General Coach
  • Tahoe
  • Wanderer

Dutchmen Camper Information

Whether you're looking for a basic camper to use for weekend family camping adventures or you want a luxurious RV in which you can travel in style for an extended period of time, there's a good chance that you'll find a Dutchmen model that meets your needs. When shopping for a new Dutchmen camper, you'll be able to choose from among forty different floor plans, each of which is available in several lengths and with a variety of features and options.

Standard Features

One of the things that separate Dutchmen travel trailers from other RV models is the extensive selection of accessories and "extras" that are included. These high quality campers include the following standard features:

  • Appliances and Electrical System
    • 12 volt demand water pump
    • DSI furnace
    • Electronic converter that has a built-in battery charger
    • Fire extinguisher
    • Smoke, gas, and carbon monoxide detector
    • Interior and exterior duplex receptacles (110 volts)
    • Hydro Flame forced air
    • Wall thermostat
  • Kitchen and Bath
    • Brushed nickel hardware on cabinets
    • Gas and electric refrigerator with double doors
    • Range hood with exhaust fan
    • Extended countertop
    • Extended dining area
    • Hardwood cabinet doors
    • High rise faucet
    • Kitchen sink with double bowls
    • Mirrored medicine cabinet
    • Toilet with a foot flush
    • Tub and shower surround
  • Living Space
    • Coat hooks
    • Large storage drawers
    • Linoleum tile
    • Mini blinds
    • Storage below lift-up bed platform
    • Window valances
  • Construction Features
    • 4 wheel electric brakes
    • Aerodynamic front profile design
    • Combination dead bolt and latch flush mount lock
    • Continuous weld support outriggers
    • Double or triple steps on entry
    • Floor made from exterior grade plywood
    • Holding tanks made from Rotocast
    • Hose storage in the rear bumper
    • Lighted trailer hitch
    • Patio light
    • R-7 Insulation
    • Rain gutter that features a corner down spout
    • Roof made from five-foot trusses and 3/8 inch decking
    • Tandem axles
    • Tinted windows with clamp closures
    • Tires filled with nitrogen

Optional Accessories

Even though many items that other manufactures market as add-ons are automatically included in Dutchmen models, it's also possible to customize your unit with a variety of optional features and accessories, including:

  • Awning
  • Executive chairs
  • Stereo system with interior and exterior speakers
  • Microwave
  • Outside wash-and-spray area
  • Range with three burners and oven
  • Roof air conditioning (13.5 BTUs)
  • Skylight above bathtub
  • Sofa with hideaway bed
  • Stabilization jacks
  • Television antenna that includes satellite and cable connections
  • Water heater (six or ten gallon)

Shopping for Dutchmen RVs

If you're interested in finding out if a Dutchmen travel trailer is the right choice for you, see the dealer locator on the company's website. If you want to conduct more RV buying research before visiting a dealership, you can request a brochure or check out an online owner's manual for more information.



 


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