2008 Forest River RV Salem LE 27rb Specs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVWR | 7870 lbs | Class 4 Receiver | Shop Receivers | - |
| Dry Weight | 4850 lbs | CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller | Shop Weight Distributing Hitches | - |
| Hitch Weight | 590 lbs | ReeseTrailer Hitch | Shop Hitches | - |
| Payload Capacity | 3020 lbs | Coil SumoSprings | Shop Suspension Kits | - |
| Length | 353 in | Furrion Backup Camera | Shop Cameras | - |
| Width | 96 in | Clip On Mirrors | Shop Mirrors | - |
| Exterior Height | 126 in | Telescoping Ladder | Shop Ladders | - |
| Interior Height | 80 in | - | - | - |
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GVWR
7870 lbs
Dry Weight
4850 lbs
Hitch Weight
590 lbs
Payload Capacity
3020 lbs
Length
353 in
Width
96 in
Exterior Height
126 in
Interior Height
80 in
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Electrical & Solar
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shore Power | 30 Amps | - | - | - |
| Battery Type | 12V Lead-Acid | Renogy 100Ah LiFePO4 | RV Batteries | Top 5 |
| Solar Pre-Wired | Optional | - | - | - |
| Inverter | Optional | - | - | - |
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Shore Power
30 Amps
Battery Type
12V Lead-Acid
Solar Pre-Wired
Optional
Inverter
Optional
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Tank Capacities
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks | 1 | - | - | - |
| Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks | 1 | - | - | - |
| Fresh Water Tank Capacity | 42 gal | 40 Gal Tank | Fresh Water Tanks | - |
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 35 gal | - | - | - |
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 32 gal | - | Back Water Tanks | - |
| Number Of Propane Tanks | 2 | - | - | - |
| Propane Tank Capacity | 40 lbs | - | Propane Tank Capacity | - |
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Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks
1
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
1
Fresh Water Tank Capacity
42 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
35 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
32 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
40 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spare Tire Location | Exterior Mounted | - | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
| Wheels Composition | Steel | - | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 15 | - | - | - |
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Spare Tire Location
Exterior Mounted
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Wheels Composition
Steel
Rear Wheel Diameter
15
Heating & Cooling
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Type | Automatic | Dometic 13.5K Air Conditioner | Shop All RV AC | - |
| Water Heater Tank Capacity | 6 g | RV Tank Water Heater | RV Water Heaters | - |
| Heater Type | Automatic | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Pump Power Mode | Propane | - | - | - |
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Air Conditioning Type
Automatic
Water Heater Tank Capacity
6 g
Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Propane
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Living Room / Bedroom(s)
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Bunk Beds | 3 | - | - | - |
| Number Of Sofas | 1 | Tri-Fold Sofa | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Number Of Queen Size Beds | 1 | Queen RV Mattress | Shop Mattresses | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
| Living Area Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Door Style | Full Sliding Door | - | - | - |
| Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Sofa Material | Cloth | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Location | Front | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains | Yes | - | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | No | - | - | - |
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Number Of Bunk Beds
3
Number Of Sofas
1
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Living Area Location
Center
Master Bedroom Door Style
Full Sliding Door
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Sofa Material
Cloth
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
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Kitchen / Dining
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator Power Mode | Electric / Propane | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Number Of Oven Burners | 3 | - | - | - |
| Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Size | Mid-Size | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Table Configuration | Bench Seats | - | - | - |
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Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Location
Center
Number Of Oven Burners
3
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Mid-Size
Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Bathroom
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom Location | Rear | - | - | - |
| Bathroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Toilet Type | Plastic | RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment | Toilets | Top 5 |
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Bathroom Location
Rear
Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Toilet Type
Plastic
Exterior
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awning Length | 12 ft/m | Awning Fabric Replacement | All Awnings | - |
| Number of Awnings | 1 | Motorized RV Awning Set | Shop Awnings | - |
| Number Of Axles | 2 | - | - | - |
| Sidewall Construction | Fiberglass | - | - | - |
| Number of Doors | 1 | - | - | - |
| Door Type | Curtain | - | - | - |
| Body Material | Aluminum | - | - | - |
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Awning Length
12 ft/m
Number of Awnings
1
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Fiberglass
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Curtain
Body Material
Aluminum
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Options
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Interior Wood Finish | Yes | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Screened Room | No | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite | No | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
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Refrigerator
Standard
Wallpaper
Yes
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Screened Room
No
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Overhead Fan
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Satellite
No
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Sliding Glass Door
No
Entertainment
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speaker Location | Interior | RecPro Exterior Speakers | - | - |
| Number Of Televisions | 1 | Insignia LED HD Alexa TV | Shop RV TV's | - |
| Number Of Discs | 1 | - | - | - |
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Speaker Location
Interior
Number Of Televisions
1
Number Of Discs
1
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Instrumentation
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| Number Of Radios | 1 | - | - | - |
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Number Of Radios
1
Quick Overview
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parent Company | Forest River Inc. | - | - | - |
| Year | 2008 | - | - | - |
| Make | Forest River | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Salem LE 27RB | - | - | - |
| Class | Travel Trailer | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 9 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Forest River Inc.
Year
2008
Make
Forest River
Display Name
Salem LE 27RB
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
9
How We Scored This RV
Our MintRV Rating analyzes over 50 specifications across 5 key dimensions. Each dimension starts at 5.0 points and adjusts based on how this RV's specs compare to others in its class. Below is exactly how we calculated each score for this travel trailer.
Tow-Ready Score
6.5/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+1.5
Final Tow-Ready Score
6.5
Living Space & Layout
5.0/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+0.0
Final Living Space & Layout
5.0
Comfort & Features
5.0/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+0.0
Final Comfort & Features
5.0
Storage Space
6.5/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+1.5
Final Storage Space
6.5
Off-Grid & Campsites
5.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+0.3
Final Off-Grid & Campsites
5.3
About Our Rating Methodology
MintRV Ratings are calculated using verified manufacturer specifications. We compare each RV against others in its class type and weight category. Scores are updated when new specs become available. Learn more about our methodology →
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Frequently Asked Questions
To safely tow the 2008 Forest River RV Salem LE 27rb, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 7870 lbs. With a dry weight of 4850 lbs and hitch weight of 590 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 4850 lbs and a GVWR of 7870 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 3020 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 353 in., width 96 in., and height 126 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Salem LE 27rb includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Salem LE 27rb owners add a weight-distribution hitch, brake controller, leveling system, and portable generator to improve towing comfort. Solar kits, backup cameras, and upgraded tires are also popular upgrades.
With a GVWR of 7870 lbs and dry weight of 4850 lbs, the Salem LE 27rb is light enough for smaller tow vehicles yet rugged enough for light off-road travel. Add solar, extra propane, and a generator for extended off-grid stays.
This floorplan sleeps up to 9 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Travel Trailer.
The Salem LE 27rb features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 7870 lbs ensures strength without excessive towing weight.
?? Tip: Always check your vehicle's specific towing capacity in the owner's manual. Consider payload and tongue weight too!
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