Expandable Trailer
Starcraft RV Starflyer 8
Compare specs across all model years (2012–2016)
5
Model Years
5
Sleeps
16' 2"
Length
1,678
Avg GVWR
Our Recommendation
Which Year Should You Buy?
2013 Starflyer 8
Best Choice
Lightest GVWR (1,495 lbs) makes it towable by more vehicles. Highest Mint Score (30.5).
What Changed Year-Over-Year
2013
2014
Weight Increase
GVWR increased from 1,495 to 1,800 lbs (305 lbs heavier).
All Model Years
2016
2016 Starcraft RV Starflyer 8
28.5
1,800 lbs GVWR
190 lbs Hitch
16' 2"
Sleeps 5
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2015
2015 Starcraft RV Starflyer 8
29.0
1,800 lbs GVWR
200 lbs Hitch
15' 10"
Sleeps 5
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2014
2014 Starcraft RV Starflyer 8
28.5
1,800 lbs GVWR
200 lbs Hitch
15' 10"
Sleeps 5
↑ 305 lbs heavier than 2013
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Best Value
2013
2013 Starcraft RV Starflyer 8
30.5
1,495 lbs GVWR
135 lbs Hitch
16' 2"
Sleeps 5
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2012
2012 Starcraft RV Starflyer 8
30.0
1,495 lbs GVWR
145 lbs Hitch
16' 2"
Sleeps 5
Original model year
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Can Your Vehicle Tow the Starflyer 8?
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