2016 Heartland Pioneer Rb-220 Specs

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This RV's GVWR
6,900 lbs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
Under capacity Safe zone Max rating

Mint Score

Overall Score
2.9
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
3.7/ 5
Living Space & Layout
2.8/ 5
Comfort & Features
2.5/ 5
Storage Space
2.5/ 5
Off-Grid & Campsites
3.2/ 5

About the 2016 Heartland Pioneer Rb-220

The 2016 Pioneer RB-220 offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience for families or small groups, comfortably sleeping up to 6. At just 26.8 feet long and under 4,600 lbs dry weight, it’s easy to tow with most SUVs, making it a great choice for weekend getaways. You'll appreciate the well-designed kitchen and living area, complete with a microwave and refrigerator, while the full bathroom provides essential amenities. With ample pass-thru storage and a power vent fan, this travel trailer is ready for your next adventure.

What We Love

Large Pass-Through Storage Vinyl Flooring Throughout Water Heater Bypass

Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

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GVWR 6900 lbs Class 4 Receiver Shop Receivers -
Dry Weight 4596 lbs CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller Shop Weight Distributing Hitches -
Hitch Weight 492 lbs ReeseTrailer Hitch Shop Hitches -
Length 321 in Furrion Backup Camera Shop Cameras -
Width 96 in Clip On Mirrors Shop Mirrors -
Exterior Height 129 in Telescoping Ladder Shop Ladders -
Interior Height 80 in - - -
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GVWR
6900 lbs
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Class 4 Receiver
4.5
Dry Weight
4596 lbs
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CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller
4.5
Hitch Weight
492 lbs
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ReeseTrailer Hitch
4.5
Length
321 in
Details
Recommended
Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
96 in
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Clip On Mirrors
Exterior Height
129 in
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Telescoping Ladder
4.5
Interior Height
80 in

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 41 gal 40 Gal Tank Fresh Water Tanks -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 35 gal - - -
Black Water Tank Capacity 35 gal - Back Water Tanks -
Number Of Propane Tanks 2 - - -
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
41 gal
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40 Gal Tank
4.5
Gray Water Tank Capacity
35 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
35 gal
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Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
40 lbs
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Tires & Wheels

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Rear Brake Type Electric Drum - - -
Rear Wheel Diameter 14 - - -
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio 75 - - -
Wheels Composition Steel - - -
Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Tire Width 205 - - -
Rear Tire ST205/75R14C Full Spec - - -
Rear Tire Speed Rating C - - -
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Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Rear Wheel Diameter
14
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
75
Wheels Composition
Steel
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire Width
205
Rear Tire
ST205/75R14C Full Spec
Rear Tire Speed Rating
C

Heating & Cooling

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Air Conditioning Type Automatic Dometic 13.5K Air Conditioner Shop All RV AC -
Water Heater Tank Capacity 12 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
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Dometic 13.5K Air Conditioner
4.3
Water Heater Tank Capacity
12 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 Mirror Doors No - - -
Master Bedroom Door Style Full Sliding Door - - -
Number Of Sofas 1 Tri-Fold Sofa - -
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet No - - -
Reclining Sofa No RV Loveseat Recliner Sofa Shop Sofa -
Number Of Queen Size Beds 1 Queen RV Mattress Shop Mattresses -
Master Bedroom Location Front - - -
Living Area Location Center - - -
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds 2 - - -
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains Yes - - -
Master Bedroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Sofa Material Vinyl - - -
Number Of Bathrooms 1 - - -
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Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Master Bedroom Door Style
Full Sliding Door
Number Of Sofas
1
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Tri-Fold Sofa
4.6
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Reclining Sofa
No
Details
Recommended
RV Loveseat Recliner Sofa
4.3
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Details
Recommended
Queen RV Mattress
4.3
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Living Area Location
Center
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Sofa Material
Vinyl
Number Of Bathrooms
1

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Kitchen / Dining

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Number Of Oven Burners 3 - - -
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type Carpet / Vinyl - - -
Refrigerator Power Mode Electric / Propane - - -
Kitchen Table Configuration Bench Seats - - -
Oven Depth 20 / 508 in - - -
Kitchen Location Center - - -
Refrigerator Size Mid-Size - - -
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Number Of Oven Burners
3
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Carpet / Vinyl
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Oven Depth
20 / 508 in
Kitchen Location
Center
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

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Awning Length 14 ft/m Awning Fabric Replacement All Awnings -
Number of Awnings 1 Motorized RV Awning Set Shop Awnings -
Number Of Axles 2 - - -
Sidewall Construction Aluminum - - -
Number Of Emergency Exits 1 - - -
Number of Doors 1 - - -
Door Type Curtain - - -
Body Material Wood - - -
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Awning Length
14 ft/m
Details
Recommended
Awning Fabric Replacement
4.6
Number of Awnings
1
Details
Recommended
Motorized RV Awning Set
4.4
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Aluminum
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Curtain
Body Material
Wood

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Options

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

Entertainment

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

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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 Heartland Recreational Vehicles LLC - - -
Year 2016 - - -
Make Heartland - - -
Display Name Pioneer RB 220 - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 6 - - -
Introduction Year 2016 - - -
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Parent Company
Heartland Recreational Vehicles LLC
Year
2016
Make
Heartland
Display Name
Pioneer RB 220
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
6
Introduction Year
2016

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
5.5/10
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
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
6.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +1.3
Final Off-Grid & Campsites 6.3
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 2016 Heartland Pioneer Rb-220, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 6900 lbs. With a dry weight of 4596 lbs and hitch weight of 492 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 4596 lbs and a GVWR of 6900 lbs, giving a payload capacity of lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 321 in., width 96 in., and height 129 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Pioneer Rb-220 includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Pioneer Rb-220 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 6900 lbs and dry weight of 4596 lbs, the Pioneer Rb-220 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 Pioneer Rb-220 features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 6900 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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