2018 Coachmen RV Viking 17bh Specs

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This RV's GVWR
3,756 lbs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Mint Score

Overall Score
2.9
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
3.7/ 5
Living Space & Layout
2.8/ 5
Comfort & Features
2.7/ 5
Storage Space
2.8/ 5
Off-Grid & Campsites
2.8/ 5

About the 2018 Coachmen RV Viking 17bh

Compact yet spacious, the 2018 Viking 17BH offers a versatile sleeping arrangement for up to 6 people, making it ideal for families or small groups. Weighing just under 3,000 lbs, it’s easily towable by many SUVs, allowing you to explore new destinations without hassle. You'll appreciate the convenient bathroom with a bathtub and the well-equipped kitchen that enhances your camping experience. With a length of 21.3 ft, this travel trailer strikes a balance between maneuverability and comfort, perfect for weekend getaways or extended trips.

What We Love

Exterior Speakers Vinyl Flooring Throughout

Consider This

Small Fresh Tank Low Payload Capacity (<1000 lbs)

Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
GVWR 3756 lbs Class 4 Receiver Shop Receivers -
Dry Weight 2969 lbs CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller Shop Weight Distributing Hitches -
Hitch Weight 441 lbs ReeseTrailer Hitch Shop Hitches -
Payload Capacity 787 lbs Coil SumoSprings Shop Suspension Kits -
Length 256 in Furrion Backup Camera Shop Cameras -
Width 88 in Clip On Mirrors Shop Mirrors -
Exterior Height 116 in Telescoping Ladder Shop Ladders -
Interior Height 76 in - - -
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GVWR
3756 lbs
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Safety Essential
Class 4 Receiver
4.5
Dry Weight
2969 lbs
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CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller
4.5
Hitch Weight
441 lbs
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ReeseTrailer Hitch
4.5
Payload Capacity
787 lbs
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Recommended
Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
256 in
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Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
88 in
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Clip On Mirrors
Exterior Height
116 in
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Telescoping Ladder
4.5
Interior Height
76 in

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 33 gal - Fresh Water Tanks -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 25 gal - - -
Black Water Tank Capacity 25 gal - Back Water Tanks -
Number Of Propane Tanks 1 - - -
Propane Tank Capacity 20 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
33 gal
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Gray Water Tank Capacity
25 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
25 gal
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Number Of Propane Tanks
1
Propane Tank Capacity
20 lbs
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Tires & Wheels

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Rear Tire 14-Inch Radial Full Spec - - -
Rear Wheel Diameter 14 - - -
Wheels Composition Steel - - -
Rear Brake Type Electric Drum - - -
Spare Tire Location Exterior Mounted - - -
Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
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Rear Tire
14-Inch Radial Full Spec
Rear Wheel Diameter
14
Wheels Composition
Steel
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Spare Tire Location
Exterior Mounted
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable

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 Propane - - -
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Air Conditioning Type
Automatic
Details
Recommended
Dometic 13.5K Air Conditioner
4.3
Water Heater Tank Capacity
6 g
Details
Recommended
RV Tank Water Heater
4.4
Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Propane

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

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Living Area Location Center - - -
Reclining Sofa No RV Loveseat Recliner Sofa Shop Sofa -
Number Of Bunk Beds 2 - - -
Number Of Full Size Beds 1 - - -
Number Of Bathrooms 1 - - -
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds 1 - - -
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Living Area Location
Center
Reclining Sofa
No
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RV Loveseat Recliner Sofa
4.3
Number Of Bunk Beds
2
Number Of Full Size Beds
1
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
1

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Kitchen / Dining

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Refrigerator Power Mode Electric / Propane - - -
Kitchen Location Center - - -
Number Of Oven Burners 2 - - -
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Refrigerator Size Compact - - -
Kitchen Table Configuration Bench Seats - - -
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Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Location
Center
Number Of Oven Burners
2
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Compact
Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats

Bathroom

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

Exterior

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Awning Length 10 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 1 - - -
Sidewall Construction Aluminum - - -
Number Of Emergency Exits 1 - - -
Number of Doors 1 - - -
Door Type Curtain - - -
Brand Name Jensen - - -
Body Material Aluminum - - -
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Awning Length
10 ft/m
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Recommended
Awning Fabric Replacement
4.6
Number of Awnings
1
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Recommended
Motorized RV Awning Set
4.4
Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual / Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
1
Sidewall Construction
Aluminum
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Curtain
Brand Name
Jensen
Body Material
Aluminum

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Options

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Surround Sound No - - -
Bunkhouse Yes - - -
Power Retractable Awning Yes - - -
Metallic No - - -
Satellite Prewiring No - - -
Wallpaper Yes - - -
Heat Prewiring Yes - - -
Sliding Glass Door No - - -
Battery Power Converter Yes - - -
Phone Prewiring No - - -
Interior Wood Finish Yes - - -
Satellite No - - -
TV Antenna Prewiring Yes - - -
Cable Prewiring Yes - - -
Power Retractable Slideout No - - -
Screened Room No - - -
Air Conditioning Prewiring Yes - - -
Overhead Fan Yes Overhead Fan - -
Washer / Dryer Prewiring No - - -
Heated No - - -
Refrigerator Standard - - -
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Surround Sound
No
Bunkhouse
Yes
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
Metallic
No
Satellite Prewiring
No
Wallpaper
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Sliding Glass Door
No
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Satellite
No
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Power Retractable Slideout
No
Screened Room
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Overhead Fan
Yes
Details
Recommended
Overhead Fan
4.2
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Heated
No
Refrigerator
Standard

Entertainment

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Speaker Location Interior / Exterior RecPro Exterior Speakers - -
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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

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Parent Company Forest River - - -
Year 2018 - - -
Make Coachmen - - -
Display Name Viking Single Axle 17BH - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 6 - - -
Introduction Year 2013 - - -
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Parent Company
Forest River
Year
2018
Make
Coachmen
Display Name
Viking Single Axle 17BH
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
6
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
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
5.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.3
Final Comfort & Features 5.3
Storage Space
5.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.5
Final Storage Space 5.5
Off-Grid & Campsites
5.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.5
Final Off-Grid & Campsites 5.5
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 2018 Coachmen RV Viking 17bh, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 3756 lbs. With a dry weight of 2969 lbs and hitch weight of 441 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 2969 lbs and a GVWR of 3756 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 787 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 256 in., width 88 in., and height 116 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Viking 17bh includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Viking 17bh 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 3756 lbs and dry weight of 2969 lbs, the Viking 17bh 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 Viking 17bh features body construction with sidewalls and 1 axle(s). Its GVWR of 3756 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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