2017 Keystone RV Hideout 26bhswe Specs

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This RV's GVWR
7,770 lbs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Mint Score

Overall Score
2.7
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
2.9/ 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 2017 Keystone RV Hideout 26bhswe

With the 2017 Hideout 26BHSWE, you can comfortably accommodate up to 10 people, making it a stellar choice for larger families or group getaways. This travel trailer features a spacious layout with a single slide, enhancing your living area while maintaining a manageable length of 31.5 feet. Weighing in at just under 6,400 lbs dry, it’s towable by many SUVs and trucks, giving you the freedom to explore various destinations with ease. Ideal for those seeking an open floor plan with ample sleeping options and built-in conveniences.

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Outdoor Kitchen Large Pass-Through Storage Exterior Speakers Vinyl Flooring Throughout Water Heater Bypass

Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

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GVWR 7770 lbs Class 4 Receiver Shop Receivers -
Dry Weight 6378 lbs CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller Shop Weight Distributing Hitches -
Hitch Weight 770 lbs ReeseTrailer Hitch Shop Hitches -
Payload Capacity 1392 lbs Coil SumoSprings Shop Suspension Kits -
Length 378 in Furrion Backup Camera Shop Cameras -
Width 96 in Clip On Mirrors Shop Mirrors -
Exterior Height 135 in Telescoping Ladder Shop Ladders -
Interior Height 78 in - - -
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GVWR
7770 lbs
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Safety Essential
Class 4 Receiver
4.5
Dry Weight
6378 lbs
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CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller
4.5
Hitch Weight
770 lbs
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Safety Essential
ReeseTrailer Hitch
4.5
Payload Capacity
1392 lbs
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Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
378 in
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Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
96 in
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Clip On Mirrors
Exterior Height
135 in
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Telescoping Ladder
4.5
Interior Height
78 in

Electrical & Solar

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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
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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 60 gal - Fresh Water Tanks -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 78 gal - - -
Black Water Tank Capacity 38 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
60 gal
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Gray Water Tank Capacity
78 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
38 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 - - -
Rear Wheel Diameter 15 - - -
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio 75 - - -
Wheels Composition Steel - - -
Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Tire Width 205 - - -
Rear Tire ST205/75R 15C Full Spec - - -
Rear Tire Speed Rating C - - -
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Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Rear Wheel Diameter
15
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
75
Wheels Composition
Steel
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire Width
205
Rear Tire
ST205/75R 15C 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 -
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
Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Electrical / Propane

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

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

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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 Carpet / 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
Carpet / Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Mid-Size

Bathroom

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

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 1 - - -
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
1
Door Type
Curtain
Body Material
Wood

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Options

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

Entertainment

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Number Of Televisions 1 Insignia LED HD Alexa TV Shop RV TV's -
Number Of Discs 1 - - -
Speaker Location Interior / Exterior RecPro Exterior Speakers - -
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Number Of Televisions
1
Details
Recommended
Insignia LED HD Alexa TV
4.3
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 Keystone RV Inc. - - -
Year 2017 - - -
Make Keystone - - -
Display Name Hideout (West) 26BHSWE - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 10 - - -
Number of Slideouts 1 - - -
Introduction Year 2013 - - -
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Parent Company
Keystone RV Inc.
Year
2017
Make
Keystone
Display Name
Hideout (West) 26BHSWE
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
10
Number of Slideouts
1
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
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 2017 Keystone RV Hideout 26bhswe, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 7770 lbs. With a dry weight of 6378 lbs and hitch weight of 770 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 6378 lbs and a GVWR of 7770 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1392 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 378 in., width 96 in., and height 135 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Hideout 26bhswe includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Hideout 26bhswe 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 7770 lbs and dry weight of 6378 lbs, the Hideout 26bhswe 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 Hideout 26bhswe features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 7770 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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