2008 Starcraft RV Aruba 288rbs Specs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVWR | 8500 lbs | Class 4 Receiver | Shop Receivers | - |
| Dry Weight | 6182 lbs | CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller | Shop Weight Distributing Hitches | - |
| Hitch Weight | 801 lbs | ReeseTrailer Hitch | Shop Hitches | - |
| Payload Capacity | 1941 lbs | Coil SumoSprings | Shop Suspension Kits | - |
| Length | 375 in | Furrion Backup Camera | Shop Cameras | - |
| Width | 96 in | Clip On Mirrors | Shop Mirrors | - |
| Exterior Height | 123 in | Telescoping Ladder | Shop Ladders | - |
| Interior Height | 77 in | - | - | - |
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GVWR
8500 lbs
Dry Weight
6182 lbs
Hitch Weight
801 lbs
Payload Capacity
1941 lbs
Length
375 in
Width
96 in
Exterior Height
123 in
Interior Height
77 in
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Electrical & Solar
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Converter Amps | 45 | - | - | - |
| 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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Battery Converter Amps
45
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 Gray Water Holding Tanks | 1 | - | - | - |
| Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks | 1 | - | - | - |
| Fresh Water Tank Capacity | 38 gal | - | Fresh Water Tanks | - |
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 47 gal | - | - | - |
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 33 gal | - | Back Water Tanks | - |
| Number Of Propane Tanks | 2 | - | - | - |
| Propane Tank Capacity | 60 lbs | 30Lb Propane Tank | Propane Tank Capacity | - |
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Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks
1
Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks
1
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
1
Fresh Water Tank Capacity
38 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
47 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
33 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
60 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels Composition | Steel | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Speed Rating | D | - | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 15 | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire | ST225/75R15D Full Spec | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 75 | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Width | 225 | - | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
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Wheels Composition
Steel
Rear Tire Speed Rating
D
Rear Wheel Diameter
15
Rear Tire
ST225/75R15D Full Spec
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
75
Rear Tire Width
225
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Heating & Cooling
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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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 Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains | Yes | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Door Style | Full Sliding Door | - | - | - |
| Sofa Material | Cloth | - | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | No | - | - | - |
| Number Of Queen Size Beds | 1 | Queen RV Mattress | Shop Mattresses | - |
| Master Bedroom Location | Front | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Mirror Doors | No | - | - | - |
| Number Of Sofas | 1 | Tri-Fold Sofa | - | - |
| Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Carpet | - | - | - |
| Living Area Location | Center | - | - | - |
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Number Of Bathrooms
1
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Master Bedroom Door Style
Full Sliding Door
Sofa Material
Cloth
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Number Of Sofas
1
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Carpet
Living Area Location
Center
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Kitchen / Dining
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oven Size | 9000 BTU | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Size | Mid-Size | - | - | - |
| Number Of Oven Burners | 3 | - | - | - |
| Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type | Carpet / Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Power Mode | Electric / Propane | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Table Configuration | Bench Seats | - | - | - |
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Oven Size
9000 BTU
Kitchen Location
Center
Refrigerator Size
Mid-Size
Number Of Oven Burners
3
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Carpet / Vinyl
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Bathroom
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Toilet Type | Plastic | RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment | Toilets | Top 5 |
| Bathroom Location | Rear | - | - | - |
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Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Toilet Type
Plastic
Bathroom Location
Rear
Exterior
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leveling Jack Type | Front Manual / Rear Manual | - | - | - |
| Number Of Axles | 2 | - | - | - |
| Sidewall Construction | Fiberglass | - | - | - |
| Number of Doors | 1 | - | - | - |
| Door Type | Curtain | - | - | - |
| Body Material | Aluminum | - | - | - |
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Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual / Rear Manual
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phone Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Slideout | Yes | - | - | - |
| Cable Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Metallic | No | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
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Phone Prewiring
Yes
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Battery Power Converter
Yes
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Refrigerator
Standard
Overhead Fan
Yes
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Sliding Glass Door
No
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Metallic
No
Wallpaper
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
No
Quick Overview
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parent Company | Starcraft | - | - | - |
| Year | 2008 | - | - | - |
| Make | Starcraft | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Aruba® 288RBS | - | - | - |
| Class | Travel Trailer | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 6 | - | - | - |
| Number of Slideouts | 1 | - | - | - |
| Introduction Year | 2008 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Starcraft
Year
2008
Make
Starcraft
Display Name
Aruba® 288RBS
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
6
Number of Slideouts
1
Introduction Year
2008
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
6.0/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+1.0
Final Tow-Ready Score
6.0
Living Space & Layout
6.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+1.8
Final Living Space & Layout
6.8
Comfort & Features
5.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+0.3
Final Comfort & Features
5.3
Storage Space
5.0/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+0.0
Final Storage Space
5.0
Off-Grid & Campsites
6.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+1.3
Final Off-Grid & Campsites
6.3
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 Starcraft RV Aruba 288rbs, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 8500 lbs. With a dry weight of 6182 lbs and hitch weight of 801 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 6182 lbs and a GVWR of 8500 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1941 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 375 in., width 96 in., and height 123 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Aruba 288rbs includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Aruba 288rbs 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 8500 lbs and dry weight of 6182 lbs, the Aruba 288rbs 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 6 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Travel Trailer.
The Aruba 288rbs features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 8500 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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