2023 Gulf Stream Northern Express SVT 21mbd Specs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Weight | 3675 lbs | CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller | Shop Weight Distributing Hitches | - |
| Hitch Weight | 460 lbs | ReeseTrailer Hitch | Shop Hitches | - |
| Payload Capacity | 2385 lbs | Coil SumoSprings | Shop Suspension Kits | - |
| Length | 270 in | Furrion Backup Camera | Shop Cameras | - |
| Width | 90 in | Clip On Mirrors | Shop Mirrors | - |
| Exterior Height | 126 in | Telescoping Ladder | Shop Ladders | - |
| Interior Height | 80 in | - | - | - |
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Dry Weight
3675 lbs
Hitch Weight
460 lbs
Payload Capacity
2385 lbs
Length
270 in
Width
90 in
Exterior Height
126 in
Interior Height
80 in
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Electrical & Solar
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Converter Amps | 35 | - | - | - |
| 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
35
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 | 54 gal | 50-57gal Fresh Water Tank | Fresh Water Tanks | - |
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 33 gal | - | - | - |
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 33 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
54 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
33 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
33 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
1
Propane Tank Capacity
20 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Width | 14 | - | - | - |
| Wheels Composition | Steel | - | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Not Applicable | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire | 14-inch Radial Tires Full Spec | - | - | - |
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Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Rear Tire Width
14
Wheels Composition
Steel
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire
14-inch Radial Tires Full Spec
Heating & Cooling
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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Water Heater Tank Capacity
6 g
Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Propane
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Living Room / Bedroom(s)
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Queen Size Beds | 1 | Queen RV Mattress | Shop Mattresses | - |
| Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains | Yes | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Location | Front | - | - | - |
| Living Area Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds | 1 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Mirror Doors | No | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | No | - | - | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
| Reclining Sofa | No | RV Loveseat Recliner Sofa | Shop Sofa | - |
| Master Bedroom Door Style | Curtain | - | - | - |
| Number Of Sofas | 1 | Tri-Fold Sofa | - | - |
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Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Living Area Location
Center
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
1
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Reclining Sofa
No
Master Bedroom Door Style
Curtain
Number Of Sofas
1
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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 | 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
3
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Mid-Size
Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
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 | - |
| 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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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phone Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Cable Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Slideout | Yes | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
| Bunkhouse | No | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Awning | Yes | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Metallic | No | - | - | - |
| Screened Room | No | - | - | - |
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
| Interior Wood Finish | Yes | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
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Phone Prewiring
No
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
Yes
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Overhead Fan
Yes
Sliding Glass Door
No
Bunkhouse
No
Refrigerator
Standard
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Metallic
No
Screened Room
No
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Quick Overview
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parent Company | Gulf Stream Coach | - | - | - |
| Year | 2023 | - | - | - |
| Make | Gulf Stream | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Northern Express SVT 21MBD | - | - | - |
| Class | Travel Trailer | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 4 | - | - | - |
| Number of Slideouts | 1 | - | - | - |
| Introduction Year | 2020 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Gulf Stream Coach
Year
2023
Make
Gulf Stream
Display Name
Northern Express SVT 21MBD
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
4
Number of Slideouts
1
Introduction Year
2020
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
5.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+0.8
Final Tow-Ready Score
5.8
Living Space & Layout
6.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+1.8
Final Living Space & Layout
6.8
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
7.5/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Travel Trailer class averages
+2.5
Final Off-Grid & Campsites
7.5
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 Gulf Stream Northern Express SVT 21mbd, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of lbs. With a dry weight of 3675 lbs and hitch weight of 460 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 3675 lbs and a GVWR of lbs, giving a payload capacity of 2385 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 270 in., width 90 in., and height 126 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Northern Express SVT 21mbd includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Northern Express SVT 21mbd 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 3675 lbs, the Northern Express SVT 21mbd 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 Northern Express SVT 21mbd 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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