2015 Gulf Stream Kingsport 271dds Specs

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This RV's GVWR
8,198 lbs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
Under capacity Safe zone Max rating

Mint Score

Overall Score
2.6
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
2.7/ 5
Living Space & Layout
2.4/ 5
Comfort & Features
2.7/ 5
Storage Space
2.5/ 5
Off-Grid & Campsites
2.9/ 5

About the 2015 Gulf Stream Kingsport 271dds

With the ability to sleep up to 10 people, the 2015 Kingsport 271DDS is designed for family gatherings and group camping trips. Its spacious 31.2 feet of length and single slide-out create a comfortable living area, while the well-equipped kitchen and bathroom ensure you’re never short on amenities. Weighing in at 6,678 lbs dry, it’s easily towable by larger SUVs or trucks, making it a versatile choice for those looking to hit the road with family and friends.

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Large Pass-Through Storage Vinyl Flooring Throughout Water Heater Bypass

Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

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Dry Weight 6678 lbs CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller Shop Weight Distributing Hitches -
Hitch Weight 958 lbs ReeseTrailer Hitch Shop Hitches -
Payload Capacity 1520 lbs Coil SumoSprings Shop Suspension Kits -
Length 374 in Furrion Backup Camera Shop Cameras -
Width 96 in Clip On Mirrors Shop Mirrors -
Interior Height 80 in - - -
Exterior Height 129 in Telescoping Ladder Shop Ladders -
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Dry Weight
6678 lbs
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CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller
4.5
Hitch Weight
958 lbs
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ReeseTrailer Hitch
4.5
Payload Capacity
1520 lbs
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Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
374 in
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Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
96 in
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Clip On Mirrors
Interior Height
80 in
Exterior Height
129 in
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Telescoping Ladder
4.5

Electrical & Solar

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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
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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 51 gal 50-57gal Fresh Water Tank Fresh Water Tanks -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 37 gal - - -
Black Water Tank Capacity 37 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
51 gal
Details
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50-57gal Fresh Water Tank
Gray Water Tank Capacity
37 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
37 gal
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Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
60 lbs
Details
Recommended
30Lb Propane Tank

Tires & Wheels

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Rear Brake Type Electric Drum - - -
Wheels Composition Steel - - -
Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Tire Radial Full Spec - - -
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Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Wheels Composition
Steel
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire
Radial Full Spec

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

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Kitchen / Dining

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

Bathroom

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Bathroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Toilet Type Porcelain RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment Toilets Top 5
Bathroom Location Rear - - -
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Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Toilet Type
Porcelain
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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 Emergency Exits 1 - - -
Number of Doors 2 - - -
Door Type Curtain - - -
Body Material Wood - - -
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Number of Awnings
1
Details
Recommended
Motorized RV Awning Set
4.4
Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual / Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Aluminum
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
2
Door Type
Curtain
Body Material
Wood

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Options

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

Entertainment

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

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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 Gulf Stream Coach - - -
Year 2015 - - -
Make Gulf Stream - - -
Display Name Kingsport 271DDS - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 10 - - -
Number of Slideouts 1 - - -
Introduction Year 2014 - - -
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Parent Company
Gulf Stream Coach
Year
2015
Make
Gulf Stream
Display Name
Kingsport 271DDS
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
10
Number of Slideouts
1
Introduction Year
2014

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
5.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.3
Final Tow-Ready Score 5.3
Living Space & Layout
4.8/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages -0.2
Final Living Space & Layout 4.8
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
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 2015 Gulf Stream Kingsport 271dds, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of lbs. With a dry weight of 6678 lbs and hitch weight of 958 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 6678 lbs and a GVWR of lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1520 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 374 in., width 96 in., and height 129 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Kingsport 271dds includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Kingsport 271dds 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 lbs and dry weight of 6678 lbs, the Kingsport 271dds 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 10 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Travel Trailer.

The Kingsport 271dds features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 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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