2011 Skyline Texan 2540 Specs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVWR | 6200 lbs | Class 4 Receiver | Shop Receivers | - |
| Dry Weight | 4075 lbs | CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller | Shop Weight Distributing Hitches | - |
| Hitch Weight | 400 lbs | ReeseTrailer Hitch | Shop Hitches | - |
| Payload Capacity | 1975 lbs | Coil SumoSprings | Shop Suspension Kits | - |
| Length | 313 in | Furrion Backup Camera | Shop Cameras | - |
| Width | 96 in | Clip On Mirrors | Shop Mirrors | - |
| Exterior Height | 119 in | Telescoping Ladder | Shop Ladders | - |
| Interior Height | 76 in | - | - | - |
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GVWR
6200 lbs
Dry Weight
4075 lbs
Hitch Weight
400 lbs
Payload Capacity
1975 lbs
Length
313 in
Width
96 in
Exterior Height
119 in
Interior Height
76 in
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Electrical & Solar
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Converter Amps | 55 | - | - | - |
| 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
55
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 | 36 gal | - | Fresh Water Tanks | - |
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 31 gal | - | - | - |
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 31 gal | - | Back Water Tanks | - |
| Number Of Propane Tanks | 1 | - | - | - |
| Propane Tank Capacity | 40 lbs | - | 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
36 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
31 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
31 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
1
Propane Tank Capacity
40 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Tire Speed Rating | C | - | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
| Wheels Composition | Steel | - | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 14 | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 75 | - | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Not Applicable | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Width | 205 | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire | ST205/75C R14 Full Spec | - | - | - |
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Rear Tire Speed Rating
C
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Wheels Composition
Steel
Rear Wheel Diameter
14
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
75
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire Width
205
Rear Tire
ST205/75C R14 Full Spec
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Mirror Doors | No | - | - | - |
| Number Of Sofas | 1 | Tri-Fold Sofa | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | No | - | - | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Door Style | Curtain | - | - | - |
| Living Area Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Number Of Queen Size Beds | 1 | Queen RV Mattress | Shop Mattresses | - |
| Master Bedroom Location | Front | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains | Yes | - | - | - |
| Sofa Material | Cloth | - | - | - |
| Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
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Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Number Of Sofas
1
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Master Bedroom Door Style
Curtain
Living Area Location
Center
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Sofa Material
Cloth
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
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Kitchen / Dining
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen Table Configuration | Bench Seats | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Power Mode | Electric / Propane | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Number Of Oven Burners | 3 | - | - | - |
| Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Size | Mid-Size | - | - | - |
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Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Location
Center
Number Of Oven Burners
3
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Mid-Size
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leveling Jack Type | Front Manual / Rear Manual | - | - | - |
| Number Of Axles | 2 | - | - | - |
| Sidewall Construction | Sheet Metal | - | - | - |
| Number of Doors | 2 | - | - | - |
| Door Type | Curtain | - | - | - |
| Body Material | Wood | - | - | - |
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Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual / Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Sheet Metal
Number of Doors
2
Door Type
Curtain
Body Material
Wood
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Options
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Slideout | Yes | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
| Metallic | No | - | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Interior Wood Finish | Yes | - | - | - |
| Phone Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Cable Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Bunkhouse | No | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
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Sliding Glass Door
No
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Metallic
No
Satellite Prewiring
No
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
Cable Prewiring
Yes
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Refrigerator
Standard
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Bunkhouse
No
Overhead Fan
Yes
Quick Overview
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parent Company | Skyline Corporation | - | - | - |
| Year | 2011 | - | - | - |
| Make | Skyline | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Texan 2540 | - | - | - |
| Class | Travel Trailer | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 6 | - | - | - |
| Number of Slideouts | 1 | - | - | - |
| Introduction Year | 2010 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Skyline Corporation
Year
2011
Make
Skyline
Display Name
Texan 2540
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
6
Number of Slideouts
1
Introduction Year
2010
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
7.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+2.3
Final Tow-Ready Score
7.3
Living Space & Layout
5.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+0.8
Final Living Space & Layout
5.8
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
6.0/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+1.0
Final Storage Space
6.0
Off-Grid & Campsites
5.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+0.8
Final Off-Grid & Campsites
5.8
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 2011 Skyline Texan 2540, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 6200 lbs. With a dry weight of 4075 lbs and hitch weight of 400 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 4075 lbs and a GVWR of 6200 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1975 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 313 in., width 96 in., and height 119 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Texan 2540 includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Texan 2540 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 6200 lbs and dry weight of 4075 lbs, the Texan 2540 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 Texan 2540 features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 6200 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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