2023 Airstream Basecamp Basecamp-20 Specs
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
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| GVWR | 4300 lbs | - | ||
| Dry Weight | 3400 lbs | - | ||
| Hitch Weight | 500 lbs | - | ||
| Payload Capacity | 900 lbs | - | ||
| Length | 242 in | - | ||
| Width | 93.5 in | - | ||
| Exterior Height | 109.5 in | - | ||
| Interior Height | 79 in | - |
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GVWR
4300 lbs
Dry Weight
3400 lbs
Hitch Weight
500 lbs
Payload Capacity
900 lbs
Length
242 in
Width
93.5 in
Exterior Height
109.5 in
Interior Height
79 in
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Electrical & Solar
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shore Power | 30 Amps | - | ||
| Battery Type | 12V Lead-Acid | 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 | 23 gal | - | ||
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 28 gal | - | ||
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 21 gal | - | - | |
| Number Of Propane Tanks | 2 | - | ||
| Propane Tank Capacity | 40 lbs | - | - |
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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
23 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
28 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
21 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
40 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | ||
| Rear Tire | Goodyear® ST235/85R 16 Full Spec | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 85 | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Width | 235 | - | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 16 | - | - | - |
| Spare Tire Location | Exterior Mounted | - | ||
| Tire Brand | Goodyear® | - | - | - |
| Wheels Composition | Aluminum | - | - | - |
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Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Rear Tire
Goodyear® ST235/85R 16 Full Spec
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
85
Rear Tire Width
235
Rear Wheel Diameter
16
Spare Tire Location
Exterior Mounted
Tire Brand
Goodyear®
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
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Heating & Cooling
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heater Type | Automatic | - | ||
| Water Heater Pump Power Mode | Electrical | - | - | - |
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Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Electrical
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Living Room / Bedroom(s)
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | No | - | - | - |
| Living Area Location | Rear | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Mirror Doors | No | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains | No | - | - | - |
| Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Reclining Sofa | No | - |
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Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Living Area Location
Rear
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
No
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Reclining Sofa
No
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Kitchen / Dining
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Table Configuration | U-shaped Dinette | - | - | - |
| Number Of Oven Burners | 2 | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Power Mode | Electric | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Size | Compact | - | - | - |
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Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Vinyl
Kitchen Location
Center
Kitchen Table Configuration
U-shaped Dinette
Number Of Oven Burners
2
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric
Refrigerator Size
Compact
Bathroom
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Bathroom Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
| Toilet Type | Porcelain | Top 5 |
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Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Bathroom Location
Center
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Toilet Type
Porcelain
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Exterior
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leveling Jack Type | Rear Manual | - | - | - |
| Number Of Axles | 1 | - | - | - |
| Sidewall Construction | Aluminum | - | - | - |
| Number Of Emergency Exits | 1 | - | - | - |
| Number of Doors | 1 | - | ||
| Door Type | Plastic / Glass | - | ||
| Body Material | Aluminum | - | - | - |
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Leveling Jack Type
Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
1
Sidewall Construction
Aluminum
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Plastic / Glass
Body Material
Aluminum
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Options
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | ||
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
| Bunkhouse | No | - | - | - |
| Cable Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Heated | No | - | ||
| Interior Wood Finish | No | - | - | - |
| Metallic | No | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | - | - | |
| Phone Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Slideout | No | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| Satellite | No | - | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
| Surround Sound | No | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | No | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
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Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Bunkhouse
No
Cable Prewiring
No
Heat Prewiring
Yes
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Interior Wood Finish
No
Metallic
No
Overhead Fan
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
Power Retractable Slideout
No
Refrigerator
Standard
Satellite
No
Satellite Prewiring
No
Sliding Glass Door
No
Surround Sound
No
TV Antenna Prewiring
No
Wallpaper
No
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Quick Overview
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parent Company | Thor Industries | - | - | - |
| Year | 2023 | - | - | - |
| Make | Airstream | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Basecamp Basecamp 20 | - | - | - |
| Class | Travel Trailer | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 4 | - | - | - |
| Introduction Year | 2021 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Thor Industries
Year
2023
Make
Airstream
Display Name
Basecamp Basecamp 20
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
4
Introduction Year
2021
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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
7.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+2.8
Final Tow-Ready Score
7.8
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
5.0/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+0.0
Final Comfort & Features
5.0
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 2023 Airstream Basecamp Basecamp-20, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 4300 lbs. With a dry weight of 3400 lbs and hitch weight of 500 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 3400 lbs and a GVWR of 4300 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 900 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 242 in., width 93 in., and height 110 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Basecamp Basecamp-20 includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Basecamp Basecamp-20 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 4300 lbs and dry weight of 3400 lbs, the Basecamp Basecamp-20 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 4 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Travel Trailer.
The Basecamp Basecamp-20 features body construction with sidewalls and 1 axle(s). Its GVWR of 4300 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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