2015 Starcraft RV Travel Star 286rlws Specs
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVWR | 9000 lbs | Class 4 Receiver | Shop Receivers | - |
| Dry Weight | 6630 lbs | CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller | Shop Weight Distributing Hitches | - |
| Hitch Weight | 955 lbs | ReeseTrailer Hitch | Shop Hitches | - |
| Payload Capacity | 2370 lbs | Coil SumoSprings | Shop Suspension Kits | - |
| Length | 399 in | Furrion Backup Camera | Shop Cameras | - |
| Width | 96 in | Clip On Mirrors | Shop Mirrors | - |
| Exterior Height | 136.5 in | Telescoping Ladder | Shop Ladders | - |
| Interior Height | 84 in | - | - | - |
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GVWR
9000 lbs
Dry Weight
6630 lbs
Hitch Weight
955 lbs
Payload Capacity
2370 lbs
Length
399 in
Width
96 in
Exterior Height
136.5 in
Interior Height
84 in
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Electrical & Solar
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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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 | 72.6 gal | - | Fresh Water Tanks | - |
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 30.8 gal | - | - | - |
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 30.8 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
72.6 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
30.8 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
30.8 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
60 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Tire | Radial Tires Full Spec | - | - | - |
| Wheels Composition | Steel | - | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
| Spare Tire Location | Exterior Mounted | - | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Not Applicable | - | - | - |
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Rear Tire
Radial Tires Full Spec
Wheels Composition
Steel
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Spare Tire Location
Exterior Mounted
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Heating & Cooling
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Electrical / Propane | - | - | - |
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Air Conditioning Type
Automatic
Water Heater Tank Capacity
6 g
Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Electrical / Propane
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Living Room / Bedroom(s)
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Recliner / Rockers | 2 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Mirror Doors | Yes | - | - | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | Yes | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Door Style | Conventional Door | - | - | - |
| Sofa Material | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Number Of Queen Size Beds | 1 | Queen RV Mattress | Shop Mattresses | - |
| Living Area Location | Rear | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Location | Front | - | - | - |
| Number Of Sofas | 1 | Tri-Fold Sofa | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains | Yes | - | - | - |
| Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
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Number Of Recliner / Rockers
2
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
Yes
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
Yes
Master Bedroom Door Style
Conventional Door
Sofa Material
Vinyl
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Living Area Location
Rear
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Number Of Sofas
1
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
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Kitchen / Dining
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type | Carpet / Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Power Mode | Electric / Propane | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Table Configuration | Bench Seats | - | - | - |
| Oven Depth | 21 / 533.4 in | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Size | Mid-Size | - | - | - |
| Number Of Oven Burners | 3 | - | - | - |
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Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Carpet / Vinyl
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Oven Depth
21 / 533.4 in
Kitchen Location
Center
Refrigerator Size
Mid-Size
Number Of Oven Burners
3
Bathroom
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Bathroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Toilet Type | Porcelain | RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment | Toilets | Top 5 |
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Bathroom Location
Center
Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Toilet Type
Porcelain
Exterior
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awning Length | 17 ft/m | Awning Fabric Replacement | All Awnings | - |
| 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 | Plastic / Glass | - | - | - |
| Body Material | Aluminum | - | - | - |
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Awning Length
17 ft/m
Number of Awnings
1
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
Plastic / Glass
Body Material
Aluminum
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Options
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bunkhouse | No | - | - | - |
| Phone Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Surround Sound | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Slideout | Yes | - | - | - |
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
| Interior Wood Finish | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite | No | - | - | - |
| Cable Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Awning | Yes | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Screened Room | No | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
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Bunkhouse
No
Phone Prewiring
No
Surround Sound
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Overhead Fan
Yes
Sliding Glass Door
No
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Satellite
No
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Screened Room
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Refrigerator
Standard
Entertainment
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Discs | 1 | - | - | - |
| Speaker Location | Interior / Exterior | RecPro Exterior Speakers | - | - |
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Number Of Discs
1
Speaker Location
Interior / Exterior
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Instrumentation
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| Number Of Radios | 1 | - | - | - |
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Number Of Radios
1
Interior
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
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| Material | Vinyl | - | - | - |
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Material
Vinyl
Quick Overview
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parent Company | Starcraft | - | - | - |
| Year | 2015 | - | - | - |
| Make | Starcraft | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Travel Star® 286RLWS | - | - | - |
| Class | Travel Trailer | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 6 | - | - | - |
| Number of Slideouts | 2 | - | - | - |
| Introduction Year | 2013 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Starcraft
Year
2015
Make
Starcraft
Display Name
Travel Star® 286RLWS
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
6
Number of Slideouts
2
Introduction Year
2013
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
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
7.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+2.3
Final Off-Grid & Campsites
7.3
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 Starcraft RV Travel Star 286rlws, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 9000 lbs. With a dry weight of 6630 lbs and hitch weight of 955 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 6630 lbs and a GVWR of 9000 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 2370 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 399 in., width 96 in., and height 137 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Travel Star 286rlws includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Travel Star 286rlws 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 9000 lbs and dry weight of 6630 lbs, the Travel Star 286rlws 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 Travel Star 286rlws features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 9000 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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