2017 Palomino Puma 253fbs Specs
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80%
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVWR | 8800 lbs | - | - | - |
| Dry Weight | 6800 lbs | - | - | - |
| Hitch Weight | 1128 lbs | - | - | - |
| Payload Capacity | 2000 lbs | Coil SumoSprings | Shop Suspension Kits | - |
| Length | 328 in | Furrion Backup Camera | Shop Cameras | - |
| Exterior Height | 146 in | Telescoping Ladder | Shop Ladders | - |
| Interior Height | 80 in | - | - | - |
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GVWR
8800 lbs
Dry Weight
6800 lbs
Hitch Weight
1128 lbs
Payload Capacity
2000 lbs
Length
328 in
Exterior Height
146 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 | 51 gal | 50-57gal Fresh Water Tank | Fresh Water Tanks | - |
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 84 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
1
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
1
Fresh Water Tank Capacity
51 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
84 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
32 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
40 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Brake Type | Not Applicable | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Width | 15 | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire | 15 Inch Full Spec | - | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
| Wheels Composition | Steel | - | - | - |
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Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire Width
15
Rear Tire
15 Inch Full Spec
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Wheels Composition
Steel
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 Shades / Curtains | Yes | - | - | - |
| Number Of Queen Size Beds | 1 | Queen RV Mattress | Shop Mattresses | - |
| Master Bedroom Location | Front | - | - | - |
| Living Area Location | Rear | - | - | - |
| Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Sofa Material | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Mirror Doors | Yes | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Carpet | - | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | No | - | - | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
| Number Of Sofas | 1 | Tri-Fold Sofa | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Door Style | Accordion | - | - | - |
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Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Living Area Location
Rear
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Sofa Material
Vinyl
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
Yes
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Carpet
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Number Of Sofas
1
Master Bedroom Door Style
Accordion
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Kitchen / Dining
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Toilet Type | Plastic | RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment | Toilets | Top 5 |
| Bathroom Location | Center | - | - | - |
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Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Toilet Type
Plastic
Bathroom Location
Center
Exterior
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awning Length | 16 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 | Plastic / Glass | - | - | - |
| Body Material | Wood | - | - | - |
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Awning Length
16 ft/m
Number of Awnings
1
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Aluminum
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Plastic / Glass
Body Material
Wood
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Options
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Slideout | Yes | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Awning | Yes | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
| Metallic | No | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| Interior Wood Finish | Yes | - | - | - |
| Phone Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Bunkhouse | No | - | - | - |
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Sliding Glass Door
No
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Overhead Fan
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
No
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Metallic
No
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Refrigerator
Standard
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Bunkhouse
No
Entertainment
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
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| Number Of Discs | 1 | - | - | - |
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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 | Forest River Inc. | - | - | - |
| Year | 2017 | - | - | - |
| Make | Palomino | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Puma 253FBS | - | - | - |
| Class | Fifth Wheel | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 6 | - | - | - |
| Number of Slideouts | 1 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Forest River Inc.
Year
2017
Make
Palomino
Display Name
Puma 253FBS
Class
Fifth Wheel
Max Sleeping Count
6
Number of Slideouts
1
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 fifth wheel.
Tow-Ready Score
9.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+4.8
Final Tow-Ready Score
9.8
Living Space & Layout
5.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+0.3
Final Living Space & Layout
5.3
Comfort & Features
5.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+0.3
Final Comfort & Features
5.3
Storage Space
6.5/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+1.5
Final Storage Space
6.5
Off-Grid & Campsites
5.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel 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 Palomino Puma 253fbs, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 8800 lbs. With a dry weight of 6800 lbs and hitch weight of 1128 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Fifth Wheel has a dry weight of 6800 lbs and a GVWR of 8800 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 2000 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 328 in., width in., and height 146 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Puma 253fbs includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Puma 253fbs 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 8800 lbs and dry weight of 6800 lbs, the Puma 253fbs 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 Fifth Wheel.
The Puma 253fbs features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 8800 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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