2017 Forest River RV Vibe Extreme Lite 287qbs Specs

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This RV's GVWR
7,664 lbs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Mint Score

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

About the 2017 Forest River RV Vibe Extreme Lite 287qbs

The 2017 Vibe Extreme Lite 287QBS is designed for families or larger groups, comfortably sleeping up to 11 with its spacious interior and single slide-out. Weighing just under 5,800 lbs dry, it’s easily towable for many SUVs, making it a great choice for those looking to explore without the hassle of heavy towing. With a well-appointed kitchen and ample storage, you'll have everything you need for extended trips. If you're seeking a versatile travel trailer that accommodates everyone, this model deserves a closer look.

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

Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

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Dry Weight
5797 lbs
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CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller
4.5
Hitch Weight
772 lbs
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ReeseTrailer Hitch
4.5
Payload Capacity
1867 lbs
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Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
417 in
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Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
96 in
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Clip On Mirrors
Exterior Height
132 in
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Telescoping Ladder
4.5

Tank Capacities

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Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks 1 - - -
Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks 2 - - -
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks 1 - - -
Fresh Water Tank Capacity 46 gal 44 Gal Tank Fresh Water Tanks -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 60 gal - - -
Black Water Tank Capacity 32 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
2
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
1
Fresh Water Tank Capacity
46 gal
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44 Gal Tank
Gray Water Tank Capacity
60 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
32 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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Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Tire 15 inch Radial Full Spec - - -
Rear Brake Type Electric Drum - - -
Rear Wheel Diameter 15 - - -
Wheels Composition Aluminum - - -
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Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire
15 inch Radial Full Spec
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Rear Wheel Diameter
15
Wheels Composition
Aluminum

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 Electrical / 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
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Electrical / Propane

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

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Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains Yes - - -
Number Of Bunk Beds 3 - - -
Living Area Location Center - - -
Master Bedroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Number Of Queen Size Beds 1 Queen RV Mattress Shop Mattresses -
Sofa Material Vinyl - - -
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors Yes - - -
Number Of Bathrooms 1 - - -
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet No - - -
Master Bedroom Door Style Full Sliding Door - - -
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds 3 - - -
Number Of Sofas 2 Tri-Fold Sofa - -
Master Bedroom Location Front / Rear - - -
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Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Number Of Bunk Beds
3
Living Area Location
Center
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
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Queen RV Mattress
4.3
Sofa Material
Vinyl
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
Yes
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Master Bedroom Door Style
Full Sliding Door
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
3
Number Of Sofas
2
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Tri-Fold Sofa
4.6
Master Bedroom Location
Front / Rear

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Kitchen / Dining

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

Bathroom

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Toilet Type Plastic RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment Toilets Top 5
Bathroom Location Center - - -
Bathroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
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Toilet Type
Plastic
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RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment
Bathroom Location
Center
Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl

Exterior

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Awning Length 18 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 Fiberglass - - -
Number Of Emergency Exits 1 - - -
Number of Doors 1 - - -
Door Type Curtain - - -
Body Material Aluminum - - -
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Awning Length
18 ft/m
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Awning Fabric Replacement
4.6
Number of Awnings
1
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Motorized RV Awning Set
4.4
Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual / Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Fiberglass
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Curtain
Body Material
Aluminum

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Options

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

Entertainment

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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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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 Forest River Inc. - - -
Year 2017 - - -
Make Forest River - - -
Display Name Vibe Extreme Lite 287QBS - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 11 - - -
Number of Slideouts 1 - - -
Introduction Year 2016 - - -
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Parent Company
Forest River Inc.
Year
2017
Make
Forest River
Display Name
Vibe Extreme Lite 287QBS
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
11
Number of Slideouts
1
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
5.0/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.0
Final Tow-Ready Score 5.0
Living Space & Layout
5.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.3
Final Living Space & Layout 5.3
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
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
4.8/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages -0.2
Final Off-Grid & Campsites 4.8
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 2017 Forest River RV Vibe Extreme Lite 287qbs, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of lbs. With a dry weight of 5797 lbs and hitch weight of 772 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 5797 lbs and a GVWR of lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1867 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 417 in., width 96 in., and height 132 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Vibe Extreme Lite 287qbs includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Vibe Extreme Lite 287qbs 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 5797 lbs, the Vibe Extreme Lite 287qbs 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 11 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Travel Trailer.

The Vibe Extreme Lite 287qbs 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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