2009 Fleetwood RV Mallard 27rbs Specs

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This RV's GVWR
8,000 lbs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Mint Score

Overall Score
3.0
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
2.9/ 5
Living Space & Layout
3.2/ 5
Comfort & Features
2.7/ 5
Storage Space
2.8/ 5
Off-Grid & Campsites
3.4/ 5

About the 2009 Fleetwood RV Mallard 27rbs

The 2009 Mallard 27RBS offers a spacious layout that comfortably sleeps 6, making it an excellent choice for families or small groups. At 29.5 feet long and a dry weight of 5,883 lbs, it’s easily towable by many SUVs, giving you the freedom to explore. The single slide-out enhances interior space, while the well-equipped kitchen and cozy living area ensure you have everything you need for extended trips. With ample storage, this travel trailer is ideal for those seeking adventure without sacrificing comfort.

What We Love

Large Pass-Through Storage High Payload Capacity (2000+ lbs) Vinyl Flooring Throughout Water Heater Bypass

Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

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GVWR
8000 lbs
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Class 4 Receiver
4.5
Dry Weight
5883 lbs
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CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller
4.5
Hitch Weight
780 lbs
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ReeseTrailer Hitch
4.5
Payload Capacity
2117 lbs
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Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
354 in
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Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Exterior Height
124 in
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Telescoping Ladder
4.5

Tank Capacities

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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 50 gal 50-57gal Fresh Water Tank Fresh Water Tanks -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 40 gal - - -
Black Water Tank Capacity 40 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
50 gal
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50-57gal Fresh Water Tank
Gray Water Tank Capacity
40 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
40 gal
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Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
60 lbs
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30Lb Propane Tank

Tires & Wheels

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Rear Brake Type Electric Drum - - -
Rear Tire Speed Rating D - - -
Rear Wheel Diameter 15 - - -
Wheels Composition Steel - - -
Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio 75 - - -
Rear Tire Width 225 - - -
Rear Tire ST225/75 15D Full Spec - - -
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Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Rear Tire Speed Rating
D
Rear Wheel Diameter
15
Wheels Composition
Steel
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
75
Rear Tire Width
225
Rear Tire
ST225/75 15D Full Spec

Heating & Cooling

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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
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RV Tank Water Heater
4.4
Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Propane

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

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Master Bedroom Door Style Full Sliding Door - - -
Number Of Queen Size Beds 1 Queen RV Mattress Shop Mattresses -
Master Bedroom Location Front - - -
Number Of Sofas 1 Tri-Fold Sofa - -
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors No - - -
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet No - - -
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds 2 - - -
Master Bedroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Living Area Location Center - - -
Number Of Bathrooms 1 - - -
Sofa Material Cloth - - -
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains Yes - - -
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Master Bedroom Door Style
Full Sliding Door
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
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Queen RV Mattress
4.3
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Number Of Sofas
1
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Tri-Fold Sofa
4.6
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Living Area Location
Center
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Sofa Material
Cloth
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes

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Kitchen / Dining

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Refrigerator Size Mid-Size - - -
Number Of Oven Burners 3 - - -
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Refrigerator Power Mode Electric / Propane - - -
Kitchen Table Configuration Bench Seats - - -
Oven Depth 16 / 406.4 in - - -
Kitchen Location Center - - -
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Refrigerator Size
Mid-Size
Number Of Oven Burners
3
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Vinyl
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Oven Depth
16 / 406.4 in
Kitchen Location
Center

Bathroom

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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
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RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment
Bathroom Location
Rear

Exterior

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Number of Awnings 1 Motorized RV Awning Set Shop Awnings -
Leveling Jack Type Front Manual / Rear Manual - - -
Number Of Axles 2 - - -
Sidewall Construction Aluminum - - -
Number of Doors 1 - - -
Door Type Plastic / Glass - - -
Body Material Wood - - -
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Number of Awnings
1
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Motorized RV Awning Set
4.4
Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual / Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Aluminum
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Plastic / Glass
Body Material
Wood

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Options

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Satellite No - - -
Water Heater Tank Bypass Yes - - -
Heat Prewiring Yes - - -
Phone Prewiring No - - -
TV Antenna Prewiring Yes - - -
Battery Power Converter Yes - - -
Screened Room No - - -
Refrigerator Standard - - -
Washer / Dryer Prewiring No - - -
Overhead Fan Yes Overhead Fan - -
Surround Sound No - - -
Air Conditioning Prewiring Yes - - -
Satellite Prewiring No - - -
Interior Wood Finish Yes - - -
Power Retractable Slideout Yes - - -
Wallpaper Yes - - -
Cable Prewiring Yes - - -
Sliding Glass Door No - - -
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Satellite
No
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Screened Room
No
Refrigerator
Standard
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Overhead Fan
Yes
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Overhead Fan
4.2
Surround Sound
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
No
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Sliding Glass Door
No

Entertainment

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Speaker Location Interior RecPro Exterior Speakers - -
Number Of Discs 1 - - -
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Speaker Location
Interior
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RecPro Exterior Speakers
4.4
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

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Parent Company Fleetwood - - -
Year 2009 - - -
Make Fleetwood - - -
Display Name Mallard 27RBS - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 6 - - -
Number of Slideouts 1 - - -
Introduction Year 2008 - - -
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Parent Company
Fleetwood
Year
2009
Make
Fleetwood
Display Name
Mallard 27RBS
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
5.8/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.8
Final Tow-Ready Score 5.8
Living Space & Layout
6.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +1.3
Final Living Space & Layout 6.3
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
5.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.5
Final Storage Space 5.5
Off-Grid & Campsites
6.8/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +1.8
Final Off-Grid & Campsites 6.8
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 2009 Fleetwood RV Mallard 27rbs, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 8000 lbs. With a dry weight of 5883 lbs and hitch weight of 780 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 5883 lbs and a GVWR of 8000 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 2117 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 354 in., width in., and height 124 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Mallard 27rbs includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Mallard 27rbs 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 8000 lbs and dry weight of 5883 lbs, the Mallard 27rbs 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 Mallard 27rbs features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 8000 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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