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Salem 253RKXL Floorplan
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- Hitch Weight
- 588 lb.
- GVWR
- 7,588 lb.
- UVW
- 5,482 lb.
- CCC
- 2,106 lb.
- Exterior Length
- 29' 1"
- Exterior Height
- 10' 8"
- Exterior Width
- 96"
- Fresh Water
- 61 gal.
- Gray Water
- 64 gal.
- Black Water
- 40 gal.
- Awning Size
- 17'
Specifications Definitions
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) – is the maximum permissible weight of the unit when fully loaded. It includes all weights, inclusive of all fluids, cargo, optional equipment and accessories. For safety and product performance do NOT exceed the GVWR.
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum permissible loaded weight of your motor home and any towed trailer or towed vehicle. Actual GCWR of this vehicle may be limited by the sum of the GVWR and the installed hitch receiver maximum capacity rating; see hitch rating label for detail.
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum permissible weight, including cargo, fluids, optional equipment and accessories that can be safely supported by a combination of all axles.
UVW (Unloaded Vehicle Weight)* – is the typical weight of the unit as manufactured at the factory. It includes all weight at the unit’s axle(s) and tongue or pin and LP Gas. The UVW does not include cargo, fresh potable water, additional optional equipment or dealer installed accessories.
*Estimated Average based on standard build optional equipment.
CCC (Cargo Carrying Capacity) ** – is the amount of weight available for fresh potable water, cargo, additional optional equipment and accessories. CCC is equal to GVWR minus UVW. Available CCC should accommodate fresh potable water (8.3 lbs per gallon). Before filling the fresh water tank, empty the black and gray tanks to provide for more cargo capacity.
**Estimated Average based on standard build optional equipment.
Each Forest River RV is weighed at the manufacturing facility prior to shipping. A label identifying the unloaded vehicle weight of the actual unit and the cargo carrying capacity is applied to every Forest River RV prior to leaving our facilities.
The load capacity of your unit is designated by weight, not by volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading your unit.
Actual towing capacity is dependent upon your particular loading and towing circumstances, which includes the GVWR, GAWR and GCWR as well as adequate trailer brakes. Please refer to the Operator's Manual of your vehicle for further towing information.
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Standard Features
- Exterior Speakers
- Window Valance package
- Fitted sheet in bedroom with upgraded mattress
- Pillow back dinettes
- Large Bedroom window
- Large kitchen window
- Retractable soft shower door (most models)
- 7-way plug and safety chain holder
- 3 Burner cook top with oven
- 30" built-in electric fireplace (Heater) (Some models)
- Cellphone, CPAP and tablet station at each side of bed (USB ports and 110V plugs)
- Standard cable and satellite ready
- Microwave
- 60,000 BTU, on-demand tankless water heater with active freeze protection
- Pass-through storage
- Diamond plate front rock guard for added protection against road debris
- Omnidirectional HD TV/FM Antenna
- 30 Amp service with 13.5K BTU, roof mounted, Ducted air conditioning with Quick Cool Feature
- Central Switch command center
- Bluetooth Stereo
- Cable/Antenna hookup on exterior
- 12V, 10' Plus Cubic Refrigerator
- Kitchen backsplash
- Light switch in bedroom, bunkroom, and living room
- Upgraded large exterior baggage doors
- Extra large Panoramic tinted safety glass windows
- Residential linoleum throughout – NO CARPET!!!
- MORryde™ StepAbove entry steps (Main Door Only)
- Accessibelly with removeable underbelly panels
- Skylight over shower
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Construction Advantages
- 5/8" Tongue and groove plywood floor decking
- 4" bow truss roof rafters
- Steel I-beam frame, pre-cambered for stiffer structural support
- Steel-belted, radial load range ‘D’ tires
- 2" wall construction, 16" (or less) on center
- Residential fiberglass insulation throughout
- 13 Ply, Cross Micro-laminated header beam above slide out
- Triple seal slide-out system for moisture barrier
- Aerodynamic front profile for easy towing
- .040 smooth aluminum front profile for added rigidity
- Diamond plate front rock guard for added protection against road debris and rock chips
- Color coded water lines
- Rotocast seamless holding tanks
- xtrmPly, one-piece, seamless PVC roof membrane
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Options
- E-Z Lube axles (Mandatory-FREE)
- Self-Adjusting Brakes (Mandatory-FREE)
- Full extension ball bearing drawer guides (Mandatory-FREE)
- Central Switch command center (Mandatory-FREE)
- (2) outside speakers (Mandatory-FREE)
- Radius entry door (Mandatory-FREE)
- 13.5 Ducted, roof mounted air conditioning (Mandatory-FREE)
- XL Exterior grab handle (Mandatory-FREE)
- Fiberglass exterior sidewalls
- 30# LP Bottles with cover
- Backpack rack (Flip down rear storage rack)
- Aluminum Wheels
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Family Camping Package
- Range with Oven IPO Cooktop
- Flip-Up Countertop Extension (N/A On Some Models)
- Foot Flush Toilet
- Skylight Over Tub/Shower
- Coat Rack
- Cable TV Hookup
- LP Quick Connect
- Black Tank Flush
- Radial Tires
- Spare Tire & Carrier
- Detachable Power Cord
- Outside Shower
- 2nd Bunk Window
- Upgraded Hidden Hinges
- Tub/Shower Surround
- Ducted A/C
- Battery Disconnect
- Enclosed Holding Tanks w/12V Heat Strips
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Best in Class Value Package
- 200W Expandable Roof Mount Solar Panel w/30 Amp Charge Controller
- 10 Cubic Foot 12V Refrigerator
- Extra Large Panoramic Window Package in Main Slide
- Power Awning w/Adjustable Legs
- Power Tongue Jack
- Fold-Down Entry Step (Main Entrance Only)
- External LED Strip Lighting
- Exterior Convenience Package (Friction Hinge Entry Door & Magnetic Latches on Baggage Doors)
- Green Package (Solar Prep & LED Interior Lighting)
- On Demand Water Heater
- Solid Surface Countertop w/Undermount Sink
- Versa Lounge (Select Models)
- USB Port Package
- Bluetooth Stereo
- Upgraded Appliance Package
- Electric Fireplace W/Crystals (Not Available on All Models)
- Modern Cloth Roller Shades w/Autostop (Living Room & Bedroom)