2021 Palomino SolAire Ultra Lite 243-bhs Specs
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVWR | 7120 lbs | Class 4 Receiver | Shop Receivers | - |
| Dry Weight | 5533 lbs | CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller | Shop Weight Distributing Hitches | - |
| Hitch Weight | 570 lbs | ReeseTrailer Hitch | Shop Hitches | - |
| Payload Capacity | 1587 lbs | Coil SumoSprings | Shop Suspension Kits | - |
| Length | 347 in | Furrion Backup Camera | Shop Cameras | - |
| Width | 96 in | Clip On Mirrors | Shop Mirrors | - |
| Interior Height | 80 in | - | - | - |
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GVWR
7120 lbs
Dry Weight
5533 lbs
Hitch Weight
570 lbs
Payload Capacity
1587 lbs
Length
347 in
Width
96 in
Interior Height
80 in
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Electrical & Solar
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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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 | 44 gal | 44 Gal Tank | Fresh Water Tanks | - |
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 60 gal | - | - | - |
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 30 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
44 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
60 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
30 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
40 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spare Tire Location | Exterior Mounted | - | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
| Wheels Composition | Aluminum | - | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Not Applicable | - | - | - |
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Spare Tire Location
Exterior Mounted
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
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 Convertible / Sofa Beds | 1 | - | - | - |
| Living Area Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Number Of King Size Beds | 1 | - | - | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Door Style | Full Sliding Door | - | - | - |
| Number Of Double Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Mirror Doors | Yes | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Location | Front | - | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | No | - | - | - |
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Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
1
Living Area Location
Center
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Number Of King Size Beds
1
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Master Bedroom Door Style
Full Sliding Door
Number Of Double Beds
2
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
Yes
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toilet Type | Porcelain | RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment | Toilets | Top 5 |
| Bathroom Location | Rear | - | - | - |
| Bathroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
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Toilet Type
Porcelain
Bathroom Location
Rear
Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Exterior
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awning Length | 21 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 | 2 | - | - | - |
| Sidewall Construction | Fiberglass | - | - | - |
| Number Of Emergency Exits | 1 | - | - | - |
| Number of Doors | 1 | - | - | - |
| Door Type | Curtain | - | - | - |
| Body Material | Aluminum | - | - | - |
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Awning Length
21 ft/m
Number of Awnings
1
Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual / Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Fiberglass
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Curtain
Body Material
Aluminum
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Options
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surround Sound | No | - | - | - |
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Interior Wood Finish | Yes | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Cable Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Awning | Yes | - | - | - |
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Metallic | No | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Bunkhouse | Yes | - | - | - |
| Phone Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Screened Room | No | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Slideout | Yes | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
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Surround Sound
No
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Overhead Fan
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
Yes
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
Sliding Glass Door
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Metallic
No
Refrigerator
Standard
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Bunkhouse
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
Screened Room
No
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Entertainment
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Discs | 1 | - | - | - |
| Speaker Location | Interior / Exterior | RecPro Exterior Speakers | - | - |
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Number Of Discs
1
Speaker Location
Interior / Exterior
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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 | 2021 | - | - | - |
| Make | Palomino | - | - | - |
| Display Name | SolAire Ultra Lite 243 BHS | - | - | - |
| Class | Travel Trailer | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 8 | - | - | - |
| Number of Slideouts | 1 | - | - | - |
| Introduction Year | 2021 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Forest River Inc.
Year
2021
Make
Palomino
Display Name
SolAire Ultra Lite 243 BHS
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
8
Number of Slideouts
1
Introduction Year
2021
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
6.0/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+1.0
Final Living Space & Layout
6.0
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
5.8/10
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 2021 Palomino SolAire Ultra Lite 243-bhs, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 7120 lbs. With a dry weight of 5533 lbs and hitch weight of 570 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 5533 lbs and a GVWR of 7120 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1587 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 347 in., width 96 in., and height in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The SolAire Ultra Lite 243-bhs includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many SolAire Ultra Lite 243-bhs 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 7120 lbs and dry weight of 5533 lbs, the SolAire Ultra Lite 243-bhs 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 8 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Travel Trailer.
The SolAire Ultra Lite 243-bhs features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 7120 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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