2018 Keystone RV Hideout 27dbs Specs
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVWR | 7790 lbs | Class 4 Receiver | Shop Receivers | - |
| Dry Weight | 6505 lbs | CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller | Shop Weight Distributing Hitches | - |
| Hitch Weight | 790 lbs | ReeseTrailer Hitch | Shop Hitches | - |
| Payload Capacity | 1285 lbs | Coil SumoSprings | Shop Suspension Kits | - |
| Length | 378 in | Furrion Backup Camera | Shop Cameras | - |
| Width | 96 in | Clip On Mirrors | Shop Mirrors | - |
| Exterior Height | 132 in | Telescoping Ladder | Shop Ladders | - |
| Interior Height | 81 in | - | - | - |
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GVWR
7790 lbs
Dry Weight
6505 lbs
Hitch Weight
790 lbs
Payload Capacity
1285 lbs
Length
378 in
Width
96 in
Exterior Height
132 in
Interior Height
81 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 | 43 gal | 40 Gal Tank | Fresh Water Tanks | - |
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 39 gal | - | - | - |
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 30 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
43 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
39 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
30 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
60 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Tire Speed Rating | C | - | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Not Applicable | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire | ST205/75R 14C Full Spec | - | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 14 | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 75 | - | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Width | 205 | - | - | - |
| Wheels Composition | Steel | - | - | - |
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Rear Tire Speed Rating
C
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire
ST205/75R 14C Full Spec
Rear Wheel Diameter
14
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
75
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Rear Tire Width
205
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 | - |
| Heater Type | Automatic | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Pump Power Mode | Propane | - | - | - |
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Air Conditioning Type
Automatic
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 Door Style | Full Sliding Door | - | - | - |
| 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 | - | - | - |
| Reclining Sofa | No | RV Loveseat Recliner Sofa | Shop Sofa | - |
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Number Of Queen Size Beds | 1 | Queen RV Mattress | Shop Mattresses | - |
| Number Of Sofas | 1 | Tri-Fold Sofa | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | No | - | - | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains | Yes | - | - | - |
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Master Bedroom Door Style
Full Sliding Door
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
Reclining Sofa
No
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Number Of Sofas
1
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
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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 | Porcelain | RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment | Toilets | Top 5 |
| Bathroom Location | Rear | - | - | - |
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Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Toilet Type
Porcelain
Bathroom Location
Rear
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 | Aluminum | - | - | - |
| Number Of Emergency Exits | 1 | - | - | - |
| Number of Doors | 1 | - | - | - |
| Door Type | Curtain | - | - | - |
| Body Material | Wood | - | - | - |
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Number of Awnings
1
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
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Retractable Slideout | Yes | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Heated | No | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
| Screened Room | No | - | - | - |
| Cable Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Awning | Yes | - | - | - |
| Surround Sound | Yes | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Metallic | No | - | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Bunkhouse | Yes | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Interior Wood Finish | Yes | - | - | - |
| Phone Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
| Satellite | No | - | - | - |
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
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Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Heated
No
Overhead Fan
Yes
Screened Room
No
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Refrigerator
Standard
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
Surround Sound
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Metallic
No
Satellite Prewiring
Yes
Bunkhouse
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
Sliding Glass Door
No
Satellite
No
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Entertainment
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Discs | 1 | - | - | - |
| Speaker Location | Interior / Exterior | RecPro Exterior Speakers | - | - |
| Number Of Televisions | 1 | Insignia LED HD Alexa TV | Shop RV TV's | - |
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Number Of Discs
1
Speaker Location
Interior / Exterior
Number Of Televisions
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 | Keystone RV Inc. | - | - | - |
| Year | 2018 | - | - | - |
| Make | Keystone | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Hideout (East) 27DBS | - | - | - |
| Class | Travel Trailer | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 10 | - | - | - |
| Number of Slideouts | 1 | - | - | - |
| Introduction Year | 2010 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Keystone RV Inc.
Year
2018
Make
Keystone
Display Name
Hideout (East) 27DBS
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
10
Number of Slideouts
1
Introduction Year
2010
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
5.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+0.3
Final Living Space & Layout
5.3
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
4.5/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
-0.5
Final Storage Space
4.5
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 2018 Keystone RV Hideout 27dbs, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 7790 lbs. With a dry weight of 6505 lbs and hitch weight of 790 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 6505 lbs and a GVWR of 7790 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1285 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 378 in., width 96 in., and height 132 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Hideout 27dbs includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Hideout 27dbs 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 7790 lbs and dry weight of 6505 lbs, the Hideout 27dbs 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 27dbs features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 7790 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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