2017 Gulf Stream Northern Express 828bbs Specs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
Under capacity
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Weight | 5740 lbs | CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller | Shop Weight Distributing Hitches | - |
| Hitch Weight | 540 lbs | ReeseTrailer Hitch | Shop Hitches | - |
| Payload Capacity | 1880 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 | - | - | - |
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Dry Weight
5740 lbs
Hitch Weight
540 lbs
Payload Capacity
1880 lbs
Length
374 in
Width
96 in
Interior Height
80 in
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Electrical & Solar
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Converter Amps | 55 | - | - | - |
| 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
55
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 | 44 gal | 44 Gal Tank | Fresh Water Tanks | - |
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 30 gal | - | - | - |
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 30 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
44 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
30 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
30 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
40 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels Composition | Aluminum | - | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Not Applicable | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire | 14 Inch Full Spec | - | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
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Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire
14 Inch Full Spec
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
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 | Propane | - | - | - |
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Air Conditioning Type
Automatic
Water Heater Tank Capacity
6 g
Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Propane
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Living Room / Bedroom(s)
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master Bedroom Location | Front | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains | Yes | - | - | - |
| Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Living Area Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Mirror Doors | No | - | - | - |
| Number Of Queen Size Beds | 1 | Queen RV Mattress | Shop Mattresses | - |
| Sofa Material | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | No | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Door Style | Curtain | - | - | - |
| Number Of Double Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Number Of Sofas | 1 | Tri-Fold Sofa | - | - |
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Master Bedroom Location
Front
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Living Area Location
Center
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Sofa Material
Vinyl
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Master Bedroom Door Style
Curtain
Number Of Double Beds
2
Number Of Sofas
1
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Kitchen / Dining
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator Power Mode | Electric / Propane | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Number Of Oven Burners | 3 | - | - | - |
| Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Size | Mid-Size | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Table Configuration | Bench Seats | - | - | - |
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Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Location
Center
Number Of Oven Burners
3
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Mid-Size
Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Bathroom
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toilet Type | Porcelain | RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment | Toilets | Top 5 |
| Bathroom Location | Rear | - | - | - |
| Bathroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
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Toilet Type
Porcelain
Bathroom Location
Rear
Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Exterior
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2 | - | - | - |
| Door Type | Curtain | - | - | - |
| Body Material | Aluminum | - | - | - |
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Number of Awnings
1
Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual / Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Fiberglass
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
2
Door Type
Curtain
Body Material
Aluminum
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Options
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phone Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Cable Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Screened Room | No | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
| Surround Sound | No | - | - | - |
| Bunkhouse | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Slideout | Yes | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Metallic | No | - | - | - |
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
| Interior Wood Finish | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite | No | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
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Phone Prewiring
No
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Screened Room
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Refrigerator
Standard
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Overhead Fan
Yes
Surround Sound
No
Bunkhouse
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
No
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Metallic
No
Sliding Glass Door
No
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Satellite
No
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Entertainment
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speaker Location | Interior / Exterior | RecPro Exterior Speakers | - | - |
| Number Of Discs | 1 | - | - | - |
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Speaker Location
Interior / Exterior
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
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parent Company | Gulf Stream Coach | - | - | - |
| Year | 2017 | - | - | - |
| Make | Gulf Stream | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Northern Express 828BBS | - | - | - |
| Class | Travel Trailer | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 10 | - | - | - |
| Number of Slideouts | 1 | - | - | - |
| Introduction Year | 2015 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Gulf Stream Coach
Year
2017
Make
Gulf Stream
Display Name
Northern Express 828BBS
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
10
Number of Slideouts
1
Introduction Year
2015
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
5.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+0.3
Final Off-Grid & Campsites
5.3
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 2017 Gulf Stream Northern Express 828bbs, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of lbs. With a dry weight of 5740 lbs and hitch weight of 540 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 5740 lbs and a GVWR of lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1880 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 374 in., width 96 in., and height in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Northern Express 828bbs includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Northern Express 828bbs 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 5740 lbs, the Northern Express 828bbs 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 Northern Express 828bbs 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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