2022 Forest River RV Salem FSX 177bh Specs

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This RV's GVWR
4,346 lbs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Towing & Dimensions

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Dry Weight 3259 lbs CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller Shop Weight Distributing Hitches -
Hitch Weight 446 lbs ReeseTrailer Hitch Shop Hitches -
Payload Capacity 1087 lbs Coil SumoSprings Shop Suspension Kits -
Length 264 in Furrion Backup Camera Shop Cameras -
Width 90 in Clip On Mirrors Shop Mirrors -
Exterior Height 122 in Telescoping Ladder Shop Ladders -
Interior Height 78 in - - -
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Dry Weight
3259 lbs
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CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller
4.5
Hitch Weight
446 lbs
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ReeseTrailer Hitch
4.5
Payload Capacity
1087 lbs
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Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
264 in
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Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
90 in
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Clip On Mirrors
Exterior Height
122 in
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Telescoping Ladder
4.5
Interior Height
78 in

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 38 gal - Fresh Water Tanks -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 30 gal - - -
Black Water Tank Capacity 30 gal - Back Water Tanks -
Number Of Propane Tanks 1 - - -
Propane Tank Capacity 20 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
38 gal
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Gray Water Tank Capacity
30 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
30 gal
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Number Of Propane Tanks
1
Propane Tank Capacity
20 lbs
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Tires & Wheels

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Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Tire Nitro-Filled Radial Full Spec - - -
Wheels Composition Steel - - -
Rear Brake Type Electric Drum - - -
Spare Tire Location Exterior Mounted - - -
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Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire
Nitro-Filled Radial Full Spec
Wheels Composition
Steel
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Spare Tire Location
Exterior Mounted

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 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
Propane

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

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Number Of Bunk Beds 2 - - -
Living Area Location Center - - -
Number Of Queen Size Beds 1 Queen RV Mattress Shop Mattresses -
Number Of Bathrooms 1 - - -
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds 1 - - -
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Number Of Bunk Beds
2
Living Area Location
Center
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
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Queen RV Mattress
4.3
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
1

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Kitchen / Dining

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Refrigerator Power Mode Electric / Propane - - -
Kitchen Location Center - - -
Number Of Oven Burners 2 - - -
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Refrigerator Size Mid-Size - - -
Kitchen Table Configuration Bench Seats - - -
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Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Location
Center
Number Of Oven Burners
2
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Mid-Size
Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats

Bathroom

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

Exterior

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Awning Length 12 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 1 - - -
Sidewall Construction Aluminum - - -
Number Of Emergency Exits 1 - - -
Number of Doors 1 - - -
Door Type Curtain - - -
Body Material Wood - - -
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Awning Length
12 ft/m
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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
1
Sidewall Construction
Aluminum
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Curtain
Body Material
Wood

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Options

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

Quick Overview

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Parent Company Forest River - - -
Year 2022 - - -
Make Forest River - - -
Display Name Salem FSX Northwest 177BH - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 6 - - -
Introduction Year 2020 - - -
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Parent Company
Forest River
Year
2022
Make
Forest River
Display Name
Salem FSX Northwest 177BH
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
6
Introduction Year
2020

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Frequently Asked Questions

To safely tow the 2022 Forest River RV Salem FSX 177bh, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of lbs. With a dry weight of 3259 lbs and hitch weight of 446 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 3259 lbs and a GVWR of lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1087 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 264 in., width 90 in., and height 122 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Salem FSX 177bh includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Salem FSX 177bh 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 3259 lbs, the Salem FSX 177bh 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 Salem FSX 177bh features body construction with sidewalls and 1 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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