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2013 Skyline Weekender Joey Select 196 Specs

GVWR
5,600 lbs
HITCH
425 lbs
DRY
3,775 lbs
Full Specs
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Water tanks (50 gal = 417 lbs)
Propane (40 lbs full)
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Gear, bikes, coolers, tools
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Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

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GVWR
5600 lbs
Details
Safety Essential
Shop Receivers
4.5
Dry Weight
3775 lbs
Details
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Buy CURT WD Hitch
4.5
Hitch Weight
425 lbs
Details
Safety Essential
CURT Ball Mount
4.5
Payload Capacity
1650 lbs
Details
Recommended
Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
274 in
Details
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Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
96 in
Details
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Clip On Mirrors
Exterior Height
121 in
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Recommended
Telescoping Ladder
4.5
Interior Height
78 in
Details
Recommended
RV Light Strip
4.4

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 36 gal -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 31 gal -
Black Water Tank Capacity 31 gal - -
Number Of Propane Tanks 2 -
Propane Tank Capacity 60 lbs -
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Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks
1
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RV Water Filter
4.7
Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks
1
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Camco Odor Control
4.6
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
1
Details
Recommended
Rino RV Tank Rinser
4.5
Fresh Water Tank Capacity
36 gal
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Fresh Water Tank
Gray Water Tank Capacity
31 gal
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Grey Water Tank
Black Water Tank Capacity
31 gal
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Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Details
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Propane Tank Gauge
4.4
Propane Tank Capacity
60 lbs
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30Lb Propane Tank

Tires & Wheels

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Brake Type Electric Drum -
Rear Tire ST205/75C R14 Full Spec - - -
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio 75 - - -
Rear Tire Speed Rating C - - -
Rear Tire Width 205 - - -
Rear Wheel Diameter 14 - - -
Spare Tire Location Exterior Mounted -
Wheels Composition Steel - - -
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Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
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Best Brake Controller
4.6
Rear Tire
ST205/75C R14 Full Spec
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
75
Rear Tire Speed Rating
C
Rear Tire Width
205
Rear Wheel Diameter
14
Spare Tire Location
Exterior Mounted
Details
Recommended
Best Tire Cover
4.5
Wheels Composition
Steel

Heating & Cooling

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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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Air Conditioning Type
Automatic
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Dometic 13.5K Air Conditioner
4.3
Water Heater Tank Capacity
6 g
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RV Tank Water Heater
4.4
Heater Type
Automatic
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Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Propane

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

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Full Size Master Bedroom Closet No - - -
Living Area Location Center - - -
Master Bedroom Door Style Curtain - - -
Master Bedroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Master Bedroom Location Front - - -
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors No - - -
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains Yes - - -
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds 1 - - -
Number Of Queen Size Beds 1 -
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Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Living Area Location
Center
Master Bedroom Door Style
Curtain
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
1
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
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Queen RV Mattress
4.3

Kitchen / Dining

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

Bathroom

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Bathroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Bathroom Location Rear - - -
Number Of Bathrooms 1 - - -
Toilet Type Plastic Top 5
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Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Bathroom Location
Rear
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Toilet Type
Plastic
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Buying Guide Top 5 Toilet Type Products
Recommended
RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment

Exterior

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Awning Length 12 ft/m -
Number of Awnings 1 -
Leveling Jack Type Front Manual / Rear Manual - - -
Number Of Axles 2 - - -
Sidewall Construction Sheet Metal - - -
Number of Doors 1 -
Door Type Curtain -
Body Material Wood - - -
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Awning Length
12 ft/m
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Recommended
Awning Fabric Replacement
4.6
Number of Awnings
1
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Recommended
Motorized RV Awning Set
4.4
Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual / Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Sheet Metal
Number of Doors
1
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Door Type
Curtain
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Buy Door Lock
Body Material
Wood

Options

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

Entertainment

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Number Of Discs 1 - - -
Speaker Location Interior / Exterior - -
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Number Of Discs
1
Speaker Location
Interior / Exterior
Details
Recommended
RecPro Exterior Speakers
4.4

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 Skyline Corporation - - -
Year 2013 - - -
Make Skyline - - -
Display Name Weekender Joey Select 196 - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 4 - - -
Introduction Year 2011 - - -
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Parent Company
Skyline Corporation
Year
2013
Make
Skyline
Display Name
Weekender Joey Select 196
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
4
Introduction Year
2011

Mint Score

Overall Score
3.2
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
4.0/ 5
Living Space & Layout
3.3/ 5
Comfort & Features
2.5/ 5
Storage Space
3.0/ 5
Off-Grid & Campsites
3.4/ 5

About the 2013 Skyline Weekender Joey Select 196

With a lightweight dry weight of just 3,775 lbs, the 2013 Weekender Joey Select 196 offers easy towability for those with SUVs or mid-size trucks, making weekend getaways a breeze. This travel trailer comfortably sleeps four, featuring a master bedroom and a well-designed bathroom with a bathtub for added convenience. At 22.8 feet long, it strikes a balance between maneuverability and living space, ideal for couples or small families seeking a hassle-free camping experience. Explore the freedom of the open road with this versatile RV.

What We Love

Large Pass-Through Storage Exterior Speakers Vinyl Flooring Throughout Water Heater Bypass

Consider This

Small Fresh Tank

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
8.0/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +3.0
Final Tow-Ready Score 8.0
Living Space & Layout
6.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +1.5
Final Living Space & Layout 6.5
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
6.0/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +1.0
Final Storage Space 6.0
Off-Grid & Campsites
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 2013 Skyline Weekender Joey Select 196, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 5600 lbs. With a dry weight of 3775 lbs and hitch weight of 425 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 3775 lbs and a GVWR of 5600 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1650 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 274 in., width 96 in., and height 121 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Weekender Joey Select 196 includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Weekender Joey Select 196 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 5600 lbs and dry weight of 3775 lbs, the Weekender Joey Select 196 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 4 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Travel Trailer.

The Weekender Joey Select 196 features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 5600 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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