2014 Skyline Nomad Retro 140b Specs

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This RV's GVWR
3,850 lbs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Mint Score

Overall Score
3.2
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
4.4/ 5
Living Space & Layout
2.8/ 5
Comfort & Features
2.5/ 5
Storage Space
3.8/ 5
Off-Grid & Campsites
2.8/ 5

About the 2014 Skyline Nomad Retro 140b

Designed for easy towing, the 2014 Nomad Retro 140b is an ideal choice for weekend getaways or solo trips, weighing just 2,025 lbs dry. At 15.8 feet long, it offers a cozy space that sleeps 3 and features a full bathroom with a bathtub, perfect for unwinding after a day outdoors. With its single axle and lightweight construction, you'll find maneuverability a breeze, making it suitable for both new and experienced RVers. Discover how this compact travel trailer can enhance your camping experience.

What We Love

Vinyl Flooring Throughout

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Small Fresh Tank

Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
GVWR 3850 lbs Class 4 Receiver Shop Receivers -
Dry Weight 2025 lbs CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller Shop Weight Distributing Hitches -
Hitch Weight 300 lbs ReeseTrailer Hitch Shop Hitches -
Payload Capacity 1725 lbs Coil SumoSprings Shop Suspension Kits -
Length 190 in Furrion Backup Camera Shop Cameras -
Width 84 in Clip On Mirrors Shop Mirrors -
Exterior Height 109 in Telescoping Ladder Shop Ladders -
Interior Height 73 in - - -
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GVWR
3850 lbs
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Safety Essential
Class 4 Receiver
4.5
Dry Weight
2025 lbs
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Recommended
CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller
4.5
Hitch Weight
300 lbs
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Safety Essential
ReeseTrailer Hitch
4.5
Payload Capacity
1725 lbs
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Recommended
Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
190 in
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Recommended
Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
84 in
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Recommended
Clip On Mirrors
Exterior Height
109 in
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Recommended
Telescoping Ladder
4.5
Interior Height
73 in

Electrical & Solar

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Battery Converter Amps 35 - - -
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
35
Shore Power
30 Amps
Battery Type
12V Lead-Acid
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Solar Pre-Wired
Optional
Inverter
Optional

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 17 gal - Fresh Water Tanks -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 15 gal - - -
Black Water Tank Capacity 9 gal - Back Water Tanks -
Number Of Propane Tanks 1 - - -
Propane Tank Capacity 20 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
17 gal
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Gray Water Tank Capacity
15 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
9 gal
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Number Of Propane Tanks
1
Propane Tank Capacity
20 lbs
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Tires & Wheels

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Rear Tire Width 205 - - -
Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Tire ST205/75C R14 Full Spec - - -
Rear Tire Speed Rating C - - -
Rear Wheel Diameter 14 - - -
Rear Brake Type Electric Drum - - -
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio 75 - - -
Wheels Composition Steel - - -
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Rear Tire Width
205
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire
ST205/75C R14 Full Spec
Rear Tire Speed Rating
C
Rear Wheel Diameter
14
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
75
Wheels Composition
Steel

Heating & Cooling

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

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Living Area Location Front - - -
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds 2 - - -
Sofa Material Cloth - - -
Number Of Bathrooms 1 - - -
Number Of Sofas 1 Tri-Fold Sofa - -
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Living Area Location
Front
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Sofa Material
Cloth
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Number Of Sofas
1
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Tri-Fold Sofa
4.6

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Kitchen / Dining

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Kitchen Location Center - - -
Number Of Oven Burners 2 - - -
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Refrigerator Size Compact - - -
Kitchen Table Configuration Bench Seats - - -
Refrigerator Power Mode Electric / Propane - - -
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Kitchen Location
Center
Number Of Oven Burners
2
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Compact
Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane

Bathroom

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Toilet Type Plastic RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment Toilets Top 5
Bathroom Location Rear - - -
Bathroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
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Toilet Type
Plastic
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RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment
Bathroom Location
Rear
Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl

Exterior

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Awning Length 10 ft/m Awning Fabric Replacement All Awnings -
Number of Awnings 1 Motorized RV Awning Set Shop Awnings -
Leveling Jack Type Rear Manual - - -
Number Of Axles 1 - - -
Sidewall Construction Sheet Metal - - -
Number of Doors 1 - - -
Door Type Curtain - - -
Body Material Wood - - -
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Awning Length
10 ft/m
Details
Recommended
Awning Fabric Replacement
4.6
Number of Awnings
1
Details
Recommended
Motorized RV Awning Set
4.4
Leveling Jack Type
Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
1
Sidewall Construction
Sheet Metal
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Curtain
Body Material
Wood

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Options

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Overhead Fan No Overhead Fan - -
Wallpaper Yes - - -
Heat Prewiring Yes - - -
Screened Room No - - -
Water Heater Tank Bypass No - - -
Air Conditioning Prewiring Yes - - -
Power Retractable Awning No - - -
Metallic No - - -
TV Antenna Prewiring Yes - - -
Bunkhouse No - - -
Satellite Prewiring No - - -
Phone Prewiring No - - -
Washer / Dryer Prewiring No - - -
Interior Wood Finish Yes - - -
Sliding Glass Door No - - -
Battery Power Converter Yes - - -
Refrigerator Standard - - -
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Overhead Fan
No
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Recommended
Overhead Fan
4.2
Wallpaper
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Screened Room
No
Water Heater Tank Bypass
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Power Retractable Awning
No
Metallic
No
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Bunkhouse
No
Satellite Prewiring
No
Phone Prewiring
No
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Sliding Glass Door
No
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Refrigerator
Standard

Quick Overview

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Parent Company Skyline Corporation - - -
Year 2014 - - -
Make Skyline - - -
Display Name Nomad Retro 140B - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 3 - - -
Introduction Year 2011 - - -
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Parent Company
Skyline Corporation
Year
2014
Make
Skyline
Display Name
Nomad Retro 140B
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
3
Introduction Year
2011

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
8.8/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +3.8
Final Tow-Ready Score 8.8
Living Space & Layout
5.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.5
Final Living Space & Layout 5.5
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
7.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +2.5
Final Storage Space 7.5
Off-Grid & Campsites
5.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.5
Final Off-Grid & Campsites 5.5
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 2014 Skyline Nomad Retro 140b, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 3850 lbs. With a dry weight of 2025 lbs and hitch weight of 300 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 2025 lbs and a GVWR of 3850 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1725 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 190 in., width 84 in., and height 109 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Nomad Retro 140b includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Nomad Retro 140b 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 3850 lbs and dry weight of 2025 lbs, the Nomad Retro 140b 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 3 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Travel Trailer.

The Nomad Retro 140b features body construction with sidewalls and 1 axle(s). Its GVWR of 3850 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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