Good news, Reader. I’m not going to ask you to count your watts, create a spreadsheet, or whip out your pocket calculator.
Choosing the right size generator for your RV really isn’t that hard. Below, I’ve listed three sizes of generators – Small, Medium, and Large. Then I’ve described the type of person who would pick each one.
Know thyself, know your rig, and pick the category that describes you best! If you don’t know which category describes you, ask your husband/wife, and they’ll be happy to tell you.
| RV Type | Generator Size |
|---|---|
| Mini Camper | <2,200 Watts |
| Travel Trailer | 2,000 – 5,000 Watts |
| 5th Wheel/Toy Hauler | 3,500 – 7,000 Watts |
| Class B Van | 2,000-3,600 Watts |
| Class C Motorhome | 3,500 – 5,000 Watts |
| Class A Motorhome | 5,000 – 7,000 Watts |
Recap – My Advice on Choosing the Best Size Generator for Your Camper
- If you’re a minimalist boondocker who thinks air conditioning is the opioid of the bourgeoisie, get a Small (1,800W – 2,800W) generator.
- If you own a typical RV with one air conditioner that you use and thank God for, get a Medium (3,000W – 4,500W) generator. Err on the larger side if you run an AC/DC fridge or lots of kitchen appliances.
- If your RV makes people scream “Godzilla!” and cower in fear, get a Large (5,000-7,000W) generator, or pair two medium-sized ones.
- If your RV engineers had the good sense to install a permanent generator in your toy hauler/5th wheel/motorhome, then don’t deviate.
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