2018 Heartland Trail Runner Tr-27-rks Specs

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This RV's GVWR
9,000 lbs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Mint Score

Overall Score
3.0
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
3.5/ 5
Living Space & Layout
3.4/ 5
Comfort & Features
2.7/ 5
Storage Space
2.5/ 5
Off-Grid & Campsites
3.2/ 5

About the 2018 Heartland Trail Runner Tr-27-rks

With a spacious 33.4-foot layout and a slide-out, the 2018 Trail Runner TR-27-RKS gives you ample living space for family or friends, comfortably sleeping up to 6. Weighing in at 6,442 lbs dry, it's towable by many SUVs and trucks, making it accessible for a variety of drivers. The well-equipped kitchen and bathroom ensure you'll have the essentials for extended trips, while the outdoor awning invites you to enjoy your campsite. This travel trailer is ideal for families seeking adventure without sacrificing comfort.

What We Love

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

Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
GVWR 9000 lbs Class 4 Receiver Shop Receivers -
Dry Weight 6442 lbs CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller Shop Weight Distributing Hitches -
Hitch Weight 500 lbs ReeseTrailer Hitch Shop Hitches -
Length 401 in Furrion Backup Camera Shop Cameras -
Width 96 in Clip On Mirrors Shop Mirrors -
Exterior Height 134 in Telescoping Ladder Shop Ladders -
Interior Height 80 in - - -
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GVWR
9000 lbs
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Safety Essential
Class 4 Receiver
4.5
Dry Weight
6442 lbs
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Recommended
CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller
4.5
Hitch Weight
500 lbs
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Safety Essential
ReeseTrailer Hitch
4.5
Length
401 in
Details
Recommended
Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
96 in
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Recommended
Clip On Mirrors
Exterior Height
134 in
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Telescoping Ladder
4.5
Interior Height
80 in

Electrical & Solar

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Battery Converter Amps 45 - - -
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
45
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 2 - - -
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks 1 - - -
Fresh Water Tank Capacity 42 gal 40 Gal Tank Fresh Water Tanks -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 70 gal - - -
Black Water Tank Capacity 35 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
2
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
1
Fresh Water Tank Capacity
42 gal
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Recommended
40 Gal Tank
4.5
Gray Water Tank Capacity
70 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
35 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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Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Tire Width 205 - - -
Rear Tire ST205/75R15C Full Spec - - -
Rear Tire Speed Rating C - - -
Rear Brake Type Electric Drum - - -
Rear Wheel Diameter 15 - - -
Wheels Composition Steel - - -
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio 75 - - -
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Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire Width
205
Rear Tire
ST205/75R15C Full Spec
Rear Tire Speed Rating
C
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Rear Wheel Diameter
15
Wheels Composition
Steel
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
75

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

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Master Bedroom Door Style Conventional Door - - -
Number Of Queen Size Beds 1 Queen RV Mattress Shop Mattresses -
Number Of Recliner / Rockers 2 - - -
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains Yes - - -
Master Bedroom Location Front - - -
Reclining Sofa No RV Loveseat Recliner Sofa Shop Sofa -
Sofa Material Vinyl - - -
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds 2 - - -
Living Area Location Center - - -
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors No - - -
Master Bedroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Number Of Sofas 1 Tri-Fold Sofa - -
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet No - - -
Number Of Bathrooms 1 - - -
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Master Bedroom Door Style
Conventional Door
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
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Queen RV Mattress
4.3
Number Of Recliner / Rockers
2
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Reclining Sofa
No
Details
Recommended
RV Loveseat Recliner Sofa
4.3
Sofa Material
Vinyl
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Living Area Location
Center
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Number Of Sofas
1
Details
Recommended
Tri-Fold Sofa
4.6
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Number Of Bathrooms
1

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Kitchen / Dining

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Kitchen Table Configuration Bench Seats - - -
Refrigerator Power Mode Electric / Propane - - -
Kitchen Location Rear - - -
Number Of Oven Burners 3 - - -
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type Carpet / Vinyl - - -
Refrigerator Size Mid-Size - - -
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Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Location
Rear
Number Of Oven Burners
3
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Carpet / Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Mid-Size

Bathroom

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

Exterior

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Awning Length 15 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
15 ft/m
Details
Recommended
Awning Fabric Replacement
4.6
Number of Awnings
1
Details
Recommended
Motorized RV Awning Set
4.4
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
Refrigerator Standard - - -
Water Heater Tank Bypass Yes - - -
Interior Wood Finish Yes - - -
Phone Prewiring No - - -
TV Antenna Prewiring Yes - - -
Cable Prewiring Yes - - -
Satellite Prewiring No - - -
Air Conditioning Prewiring Yes - - -
Washer / Dryer Prewiring No - - -
Heat Prewiring Yes - - -
Overhead Fan Yes Overhead Fan - -
Sliding Glass Door No - - -
Bunkhouse No - - -
Satellite No - - -
Power Retractable Slideout Yes - - -
Wallpaper Yes - - -
Metallic No - - -
Screened Room No - - -
Battery Power Converter Yes - - -
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Refrigerator
Standard
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Overhead Fan
Yes
Details
Recommended
Overhead Fan
4.2
Sliding Glass Door
No
Bunkhouse
No
Satellite
No
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Metallic
No
Screened Room
No
Battery Power Converter
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
Details
Recommended
RecPro Exterior Speakers
4.4
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

Interior

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Material Vinyl - - -
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Material
Vinyl

Quick Overview

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Parent Company Heartland Recreational Vehicles LLC - - -
Year 2018 - - -
Make Heartland - - -
Display Name Trail Runner TR 27 RKS - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 6 - - -
Number of Slideouts 1 - - -
Introduction Year 2014 - - -
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Parent Company
Heartland Recreational Vehicles LLC
Year
2018
Make
Heartland
Display Name
Trail Runner TR 27 RKS
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
6
Number of Slideouts
1
Introduction Year
2014

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
7.0/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +2.0
Final Tow-Ready Score 7.0
Living Space & Layout
6.8/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +1.8
Final Living Space & Layout 6.8
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
6.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +1.3
Final Off-Grid & Campsites 6.3
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 2018 Heartland Trail Runner Tr-27-rks, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 9000 lbs. With a dry weight of 6442 lbs and hitch weight of 500 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 6442 lbs and a GVWR of 9000 lbs, giving a payload capacity of lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 401 in., width 96 in., and height 134 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Trail Runner Tr-27-rks includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Trail Runner Tr-27-rks 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 9000 lbs and dry weight of 6442 lbs, the Trail Runner Tr-27-rks 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 Trail Runner Tr-27-rks features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 9000 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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