2019 Gulf Stream Conquest 278dds Specs
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Weight | 6344 lbs | CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller | Shop Weight Distributing Hitches | - |
| Hitch Weight | 930 lbs | ReeseTrailer Hitch | Shop Hitches | - |
| Payload Capacity | 3386 lbs | Coil SumoSprings | Shop Suspension Kits | - |
| Length | 381 in | Furrion Backup Camera | Shop Cameras | - |
| Width | 96 in | Clip On Mirrors | Shop Mirrors | - |
| Interior Height | 80 in | - | - | - |
| Exterior Height | 129 in | Telescoping Ladder | Shop Ladders | - |
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Dry Weight
6344 lbs
Hitch Weight
930 lbs
Payload Capacity
3386 lbs
Length
381 in
Width
96 in
Interior Height
80 in
Exterior Height
129 in
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Electrical & Solar
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
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 | 74 gal | - | - | - |
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 37 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
74 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
37 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
40 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels Composition | Steel | - | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Not Applicable | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire | Radial Tires Full Spec | - | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
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Wheels Composition
Steel
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire
Radial Tires Full Spec
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
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 | Electrical / Propane | - | - | - |
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Air Conditioning Type
Automatic
Water Heater Tank Capacity
6 g
Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Electrical / Propane
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Living Room / Bedroom(s)
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Sofas | 1 | Tri-Fold Sofa | - | - |
| Number Of Double Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Location | Front | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Mirror Doors | No | - | - | - |
| Living Area Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | No | - | - | - |
| Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Sofa Material | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Reclining Sofa | No | RV Loveseat Recliner Sofa | Shop Sofa | - |
| Number Of Queen Size Beds | 1 | Queen RV Mattress | Shop Mattresses | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains | Yes | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Door Style | Full Sliding Door | - | - | - |
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Number Of Sofas
1
Number Of Double Beds
2
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Living Area Location
Center
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Sofa Material
Vinyl
Reclining Sofa
No
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Master Bedroom Door Style
Full Sliding Door
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Kitchen / Dining
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator Power Mode | Electric / Propane | - | - | - |
| 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 | - | - | - |
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Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
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
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 | Rear | - | - | - |
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Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Toilet Type
Plastic
Bathroom Location
Rear
Exterior
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2 | - | - | - |
| Door Type | Curtain | - | - | - |
| Body Material | Wood | - | - | - |
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Number of Awnings
1
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Aluminum
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
2
Door Type
Curtain
Body Material
Wood
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Options
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Slideout | Yes | - | - | - |
| Screened Room | No | - | - | - |
| Bunkhouse | Yes | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Surround Sound | No | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Awning | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
| Metallic | No | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Interior Wood Finish | Yes | - | - | - |
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
| Cable Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Phone Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Satellite | No | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
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TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Screened Room
No
Bunkhouse
Yes
Overhead Fan
Yes
Refrigerator
Standard
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Surround Sound
No
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
No
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Metallic
No
Wallpaper
Yes
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Sliding Glass Door
No
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
Satellite
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Entertainment
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speaker Location | Interior / Exterior | RecPro Exterior Speakers | - | - |
| Number Of Televisions | 1 | Insignia LED HD Alexa TV | Shop RV TV's | - |
| Number Of Discs | 1 | - | - | - |
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Speaker Location
Interior / Exterior
Number Of Televisions
1
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 | Gulf Stream Coach | - | - | - |
| Year | 2019 | - | - | - |
| Make | Gulf Stream | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Conquest 278DDS | - | - | - |
| Class | Travel Trailer | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 10 | - | - | - |
| Number of Slideouts | 1 | - | - | - |
| Introduction Year | 2014 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Gulf Stream Coach
Year
2019
Make
Gulf Stream
Display Name
Conquest 278DDS
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
10
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
5.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+0.3
Final Tow-Ready Score
5.3
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 2019 Gulf Stream Conquest 278dds, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of lbs. With a dry weight of 6344 lbs and hitch weight of 930 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 6344 lbs and a GVWR of lbs, giving a payload capacity of 3386 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 381 in., width 96 in., and height 129 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Conquest 278dds includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Conquest 278dds 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 lbs and dry weight of 6344 lbs, the Conquest 278dds 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 Conquest 278dds features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 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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