2022 Coachmen RV Northern Spirit Ultra Lite 2557rb Specs

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This RV's GVWR
7,600 lbs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
Under capacity Safe zone Max rating

Mint Score

Overall Score
2.9
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
2.8/ 5
Living Space & Layout
3.2/ 5
Comfort & Features
2.9/ 5
Storage Space
2.5/ 5
Off-Grid & Campsites
3.2/ 5

About the 2022 Coachmen RV Northern Spirit Ultra Lite 2557rb

The 2022 Northern Spirit Ultra Lite 2557RB offers a spacious interior with a single slide-out, making it ideal for families or groups who need room to relax. With a dry weight of just 5,842 lbs, this travel trailer is easily towable by larger SUVs or light trucks, letting you explore a variety of destinations. It comfortably sleeps six, ensuring everyone has a place to unwind after a day of adventure. If you're looking for a versatile RV that balances comfort and convenience, this model is worth considering.

What We Love

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

Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

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Dry Weight
5842 lbs
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CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller
4.5
Hitch Weight
648 lbs
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ReeseTrailer Hitch
4.5
Payload Capacity
1758 lbs
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Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
351 in
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Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
96 in
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Clip On Mirrors
Exterior Height
133 in
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Telescoping Ladder
4.5

Electrical & Solar

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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
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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 1 - - -
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks 1 - - -
Fresh Water Tank Capacity 49 gal 44 Gal Tank Fresh Water Tanks -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 66 gal - - -
Black Water Tank Capacity 33 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
49 gal
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44 Gal Tank
Gray Water Tank Capacity
66 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
33 gal
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Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
40 lbs
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Tires & Wheels

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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

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

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

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

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Kitchen / Dining

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Number Of Oven Burners 3 - - -
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type Carpet / Vinyl - - -
Refrigerator Size Full-Size - - -
Kitchen Table Configuration U-shaped Dinette - - -
Refrigerator Power Mode Electric - - -
Kitchen Location Center - - -
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Number Of Oven Burners
3
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Carpet / Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Full-Size
Kitchen Table Configuration
U-shaped Dinette
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric
Kitchen Location
Center

Bathroom

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

Exterior

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Awning Length 18 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 Plastic / Glass - - -
Body Material Aluminum - - -
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Awning Length
18 ft/m
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Recommended
Awning Fabric Replacement
4.6
Number of Awnings
1
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Motorized RV Awning Set
4.4
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
Plastic / Glass
Body Material
Aluminum

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Options

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Satellite Prewiring Yes - - -
Bunkhouse No - - -
Metallic No - - -
Wallpaper Yes - - -
Interior Wood Finish Yes - - -
Sliding Glass Door No - - -
Phone Prewiring No - - -
Satellite No - - -
Battery Power Converter Yes - - -
Water Heater Tank Bypass Yes - - -
Power Retractable Slideout Yes - - -
TV Antenna Prewiring Yes - - -
Heated No - - -
Screened Room No - - -
Cable Prewiring Yes - - -
Overhead Fan Yes Overhead Fan - -
Refrigerator Standard - - -
Air Conditioning Prewiring Yes - - -
Washer / Dryer Prewiring No - - -
Surround Sound No - - -
Heat Prewiring Yes - - -
Power Retractable Awning Yes - - -
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Satellite Prewiring
Yes
Bunkhouse
No
Metallic
No
Wallpaper
Yes
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Sliding Glass Door
No
Phone Prewiring
No
Satellite
No
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Heated
No
Screened Room
No
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Overhead Fan
Yes
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Recommended
Overhead Fan
4.2
Refrigerator
Standard
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Surround Sound
No
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Power Retractable Awning
Yes

Entertainment

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Speaker Location Interior / Exterior RecPro Exterior Speakers - -
Number Of Televisions 1 Insignia LED HD Alexa TV Shop RV TV's -
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Speaker Location
Interior / Exterior
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RecPro Exterior Speakers
4.4
Number Of Televisions
1
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Insignia LED HD Alexa TV
4.3

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Instrumentation

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Number Of Radios 1 - - -
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Number Of Radios
1

Quick Overview

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Parent Company Forest River - - -
Year 2022 - - -
Make Coachmen - - -
Display Name Northern Spirit Ultra Lite 2557RB - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 6 - - -
Number of Slideouts 1 - - -
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Parent Company
Forest River
Year
2022
Make
Coachmen
Display Name
Northern Spirit Ultra Lite 2557RB
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
6
Number of Slideouts
1

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
5.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.5
Final Tow-Ready Score 5.5
Living Space & Layout
6.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +1.3
Final Living Space & Layout 6.3
Comfort & Features
5.8/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.8
Final Comfort & Features 5.8
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

To safely tow the 2022 Coachmen RV Northern Spirit Ultra Lite 2557rb, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of lbs. With a dry weight of 5842 lbs and hitch weight of 648 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 5842 lbs and a GVWR of lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1758 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 351 in., width 96 in., and height 133 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Northern Spirit Ultra Lite 2557rb includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Northern Spirit Ultra Lite 2557rb 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 5842 lbs, the Northern Spirit Ultra Lite 2557rb 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 Northern Spirit Ultra Lite 2557rb 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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