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2024 Coachmen RV Freedom Express Blast 17blse Specs

GVWR
5,900 lbs
HITCH
532 lbs
DRY
3,788 lbs
Full Specs
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Water tanks (50 gal = 417 lbs)
Propane (40 lbs full)
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Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

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GVWR
5900 lbs
Details
Safety Essential
Shop Receivers
4.5
Dry Weight
3788 lbs
Details
Recommended
Buy CURT WD Hitch
4.5
Hitch Weight
532 lbs
Payload Capacity
2112 lbs
Details
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Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
243 in
Details
Recommended
Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
96 in
Details
Recommended
Clip On Mirrors
Exterior Height
128 in
Details
Recommended
Telescoping Ladder
4.5
Interior Height
81 in
Details
Recommended
RV Light Strip
4.4

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 50 gal -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 35 gal -
Black Water Tank Capacity 35 gal - -
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Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks
1
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Recommended
RV Water Filter
4.7
Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks
1
Details
Recommended
Camco Odor Control
4.6
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
1
Details
Recommended
Rino RV Tank Rinser
4.5
Fresh Water Tank Capacity
50 gal
Details
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Fresh Water Tank
Gray Water Tank Capacity
35 gal
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Grey Water Tank
Black Water Tank Capacity
35 gal
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Tires & Wheels

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Brake Type Electric Drum -
Rear Tire 205/75R 14D Radial Tires Full Spec - - -
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio 75 - - -
Rear Tire Speed Rating D - - -
Rear Tire Width 205 - - -
Rear Wheel Diameter 14 - - -
Spare Tire Location Exterior Mounted -
Wheels Composition Steel - - -
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Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
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Recommended
Best Brake Controller
4.6
Rear Tire
205/75R 14D Radial Tires Full Spec
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
75
Rear Tire Speed Rating
D
Rear Tire Width
205
Rear Wheel Diameter
14
Spare Tire Location
Exterior Mounted
Details
Recommended
Best Tire Cover
4.5
Wheels Composition
Steel

Heating & Cooling

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Water Heater Tank Capacity 6 g -
Water Heater Pump Power Mode Electrical / Propane - - -
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Water Heater Tank Capacity
6 g
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RV Tank Water Heater
4.4
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Electrical / Propane

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

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Living Area Location Center - - -
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors No - - -
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains No - - -
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds 1 - - -
Number Of Queen Size Beds 1 -
Number Of Sofas 1 - -
Reclining Sofa No -
Sofa Material Vinyl - - -
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Living Area Location
Center
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
No
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
1
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
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Queen RV Mattress
4.3
Number Of Sofas
1
Details
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Tri-Fold Sofa
4.6
Reclining Sofa
No
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RV Loveseat Recliner Sofa
4.3
Sofa Material
Vinyl

Kitchen / Dining

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

Bathroom

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Bathroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Bathroom Location Center - - -
Number Of Bathrooms 1 - - -
Toilet Type Plastic Top 5
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Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Bathroom Location
Center
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Toilet Type
Plastic
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RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment

Exterior

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Awning Length 12 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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Awning Length
12 ft/m
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Recommended
Awning Fabric Replacement
4.6
Number of Awnings
1
Details
Recommended
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
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Door Type
Curtain
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Body Material
Aluminum

Options

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

Cargo

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Cargo Area Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Cargo Area Height 81 / 2057.4 in - - -
Cargo Area Length 89 / 2260.6 in - - -
Cargo Area Rear Door Style Ramp Door - - -
Cargo Area Width 80 / 2032 in - - -
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Cargo Area Flooring Type
Vinyl
Cargo Area Height
81 / 2057.4 in
Cargo Area Length
89 / 2260.6 in
Cargo Area Rear Door Style
Ramp Door
Cargo Area Width
80 / 2032 in

Entertainment

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Number Of Televisions 1 -
Speaker Location Interior / Exterior - -
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Number Of Televisions
1
Details
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Insignia LED HD Alexa TV
4.3
Speaker Location
Interior / Exterior
Details
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RecPro Exterior Speakers
4.4

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 - - -
Year 2024 - - -
Make Coachmen - - -
Display Name Freedom Express Select Blast 17BLSE - - -
Class Toy Hauler - - -
Max Sleeping Count 4 - - -
Introduction Year 2017 - - -
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Parent Company
Forest River
Year
2024
Make
Coachmen
Display Name
Freedom Express Select Blast 17BLSE
Class
Toy Hauler
Max Sleeping Count
4
Introduction Year
2017

Mint Score

Overall Score
3.2
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
4.8/ 5
Living Space & Layout
2.8/ 5
Comfort & Features
2.7/ 5
Storage Space
3.0/ 5
Off-Grid & Campsites
2.8/ 5

About the 2024 Coachmen RV Freedom Express Blast 17blse

With a fresh water capacity of 50 gallons, the 2024 Freedom Express Blast 17blse is ready to keep your crew hydrated during those long weekends at the lake. This 20.3-foot toy hauler comfortably sleeps 4, thanks to its innovative layout and slideouts that create ample space for relaxation after a day of fun. It features a rugged aluminum construction and two axles for stability while towing your favorite toys. The 12-foot awning provides a perfect shaded area for barbecues. Picture this RV as your ultimate tailgating hub—easily accommodating friends and family while you cheer on your team!

What We Love

Large Pass-Through Storage High Payload Capacity (2000+ lbs) Exterior Speakers Vinyl Flooring Throughout Water Heater Bypass

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 toy hauler.

Tow-Ready Score
9.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Toy Hauler class averages +4.5
Final Tow-Ready Score 9.5
Living Space & Layout
5.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Toy Hauler class averages +0.5
Final Living Space & Layout 5.5
Comfort & Features
5.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Toy Hauler class averages +0.3
Final Comfort & Features 5.3
Storage Space
6.0/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Toy Hauler class averages +1.0
Final Storage Space 6.0
Off-Grid & Campsites
5.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Toy Hauler class averages +0.5
Final Off-Grid & Campsites 5.5
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 2024 Coachmen RV Freedom Express Blast 17blse, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 5900 lbs. With a dry weight of 3788 lbs and hitch weight of 532 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Toy Hauler has a dry weight of 3788 lbs and a GVWR of 5900 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 2112 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 243 in., width 96 in., and height 128 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Freedom Express Blast 17blse includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Freedom Express Blast 17blse 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 5900 lbs and dry weight of 3788 lbs, the Freedom Express Blast 17blse 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 Toy Hauler.

The Freedom Express Blast 17blse features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 5900 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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