2023 Keystone Cougar 23MLE | New BEST IN CLASS Shortest Fifth Wheel RV Made?!

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28ft, 7,480lbs, half ton towable, rear kitchen, tankless water heater, booth dinette table, multiple solar options, standard equipped with solar, Goodyear endurance tires, and more!
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@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

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@corinnemacpartland5168 Жыл бұрын

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@donnahillberry 8 ай бұрын

Is this available

@sira451 Жыл бұрын

This has more built in storage space than most tiny houses I've seen! The only thing missing is a washer/dryer. Great floor plan. If I was younger and could manage the mechanicals alone, I'd get rid of my house, buy this, and travel!

@tgaylord2 9 ай бұрын

We bought this model in June 2023 and love it. It is the perfect couples coach. We upgraded from a 33’ Forest River Vibe travel trailer and haven’t regretted it for a minute. It tows like a dream with our Ford 3/4 ton gas-engine (6.2L) and fits into almost any campsite at state and national parks. Here are a few things we changed/upgraded to make it “perfect” for us: a) moved the spare tire from the front bay and put it on a hitch-mounted spare tire carrier to give us more storage space; b) replaced the tiny bathroom fan with a 10-speed reversible MaxxAir fan; c) added Softstarts to the A/C units so we can run both from a single 3800W generator; d) reinforced the pantry shelves-they collapsed on our first trip; and e) added a water filter under the sink and separate faucet for drinking water. I wish the extension legs on the Lippert entry steps were easier to adjust and that the microwave and all 110V outlets were connected to the inverter. I’m smart enough to balance the load on the batteries when boondocking and may try to add another inverter to address this at a later date. We are enjoying it right now-camping at a lake near Talladega, AL.

@chiefsnarlsnortz1610 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the gasser comment! I drive a big truck, I don’t want anything to do with diesel pickups!

@dougsmith7195 Жыл бұрын

The SHORTEST FIFTH WHEEL is also to best! It’s the Escape 5.0 Fibreglass shell trailer, built like a boat, will last 50 years like the 1970’s Trilliums. A fifth wheel at only 4000lbs. One owner towed his with a Nissan Frontier. A beautiful trailer but has a 2 year wait list. Canadian built.

@junejohnson1443 Жыл бұрын

I love this floor plan. We looked at 2022 Cougars that didn’t have a pantry. I’m so glad that they added one. Currently, we tow a 34’ fifth wheel and I would like to downsize.

@ShinobiLivesMatter Жыл бұрын

That's really an impressive unit for the size. In the future, Myles, kindly find the smallest unit that would have W/D prep.

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

The shortest one I know of is a Cougar 290RLS.

@Hunterhayes24 10 ай бұрын

Salem hemisphere 286rl

@gregjames5070 7 ай бұрын

Jayco 24re has w/d prep

@distancedancer816 Жыл бұрын

Really nice. You did a great job explaining everything, opening drawers, checking it out, really cool.

@docsworld1369 Жыл бұрын

My wife and I really like this layout. We have a bumper hitch TT now and have talked about a fifth wheel for more stability while traveling. We just never see a layout that we like as well as our current TT. Great job showing all the features. We are big into boon docking so we wouldn’t want anything bigger and miss out on hard to reach locations.

@guyfletcher3912 11 ай бұрын

Fantastic! Best I've seen - and I've seen many. Good job Myles!

@anthonyaubuchon765 Жыл бұрын

I really like that unit. We have been shopping around I've been wanting a toy hauler but she wants something smaller. I think think with the 3000# towing capacity on the back this could be the best of both worlds. Leave the side by side at home when we don't plan on using it and can haul it behind when we do

@joemartindale5482 Жыл бұрын

Very nice! The windows around the kitchen really add an to an open and larger feel. Have always liked the dining area separate from the couch/recliners. Looks a lot less cluttered and perfect for a smaller unit. No sacrifices in the bath! Awesome.

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

Glad you like it!

@sylvainparent428 Жыл бұрын

One of the best layout have seen for a short fifthwheel. Good Job Keystone. Good job Myles 👍

@bargirl302 Жыл бұрын

It’s very beautiful for the size, thank you for all you do in showing all the great videos. 😊

@lifeisgoodafter60 11 ай бұрын

DUDE!! Great job!!

@shelleyzaragoza2195 Жыл бұрын

Just think of a trial and error being so exciting to show the world the popular RV. This is a nice RV for a couple.

@Masterchief68 Жыл бұрын

I’ve seen the cougar shorties and they are great for couples! Easy to park and you can get them into any park! The weights are easy on your truck too!

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

They are great little fifth wheels!

@marygreer3967 Жыл бұрын

This is super nice. I'm not a booth person but I love the storage in the benches. A great place for the crockpot, case of water and such. I'm in NY so having a fire place is a huge bonus, take the chill out of it on those crisp early spring and fall mornings. Not a fan of the vent fan over the bed. I like my bedroom super dark and any light keeps me awake. We don't need W/D hookups since we are just weekenders. From the video, the fridge/freezer seemed small but maybe is just an optical illusion. I have yet to see any camper out there that I'm 100% satisfied with out there but this one hits in the 85-90% for sure.

@JamesMcGillis 9 ай бұрын

There are vent fan "pillows" available that cover the fan recess and insulate as well. An inexpensive fix for the unintended "skylight".

@shanebrown2963 Жыл бұрын

Good review! The wife and I like it. The only change I would do is take out the din-net and put like a bar top facing out the window with a couple of stools to sit on. I don’t like how the bench comes out into the kitchen area in such a small space. Plus it would open that area up even more. This will definitely be on our list when we buy this next summer

@DOLsenior Жыл бұрын

Personally, I like the table...allows for more kitchen prep space or laptop area and doubles as a bed. There is also storage beneath the seats. Also, bar stools aren't comfortable. But that's just my two cents.

@jimmysapien9961 Жыл бұрын

@@DOLsenior Z I agree

@muggywebster1117 Жыл бұрын

I don't know why manufacturers keep making the stupid banquets most people I've talk to which is probably a thousand as I've been full-time for over a decade and travel around alot. They are such a useless waste of space. SMH

@paulb6161 8 ай бұрын

I like it! Thanks for the video!

@suzannedarylyoung8038 Жыл бұрын

We love the design!! Very well done!!

@arleneslimmon1858 Жыл бұрын

Lovely 5th wheel. Thanks for the informative tour!

@smh9390 Жыл бұрын

Great road armor comparison!!! Thanks so much😊

@Gigi-fq3jn Жыл бұрын

I’m searching for an RV or Trailer. I’ve always thought 5th wheels were too big but this one is absolutely perfect. I love it..!

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

Glad you love it! Here to help you purchase it when you’re ready

@joanpipes9812 Жыл бұрын

LOVE this little trailer!!!

@WvMnts Жыл бұрын

Great review and very informative to someone who’s never owned a camper but thinking about it.

@JamesMcGillis 9 ай бұрын

Access to the fridge, bathroom, and closet drawers are all available in travel mode. The entertainment center is Bluetooth capable, plus CD/DVD. There is open shoe storage beneath the dinette at the entrance. The bathroom faucet is offset for face washing. The rear kitchen overhead cabinets are accessible to shorter people. The stove burner-knobs glow red when in operation and turn blue when off. That is a great safety feature.

@karenr67 Жыл бұрын

Best layout I've seen lately.

@leeffutch7469 Жыл бұрын

I'm loving the RV trailers in many different styles shape and, sides, and I hope to have one soon u are the number one😀 Thank You P. Futch

@CH-jk6bf 9 ай бұрын

Was waiting for bedroom..being able to walk around the bed makes a big difference in putting on a fitted sheet..we had a 2002 for 14 yrs camping would have loved to have had this but we are retired from camping now but have memories ❤

@erinscovell1039 3 ай бұрын

This RV feels like a luxury home... love the look of it, wouldn't change a thing!!!

@marybrown9095 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful presentation love this little cougar

@darlenepalmer9837 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful camper. We had a cougar. Loved it.

@htownsfinest87 Жыл бұрын

That wiring job 👍👍👍 top notch

@netwrkguy Жыл бұрын

I agree with Expresso. Perfect for the single person or couple with only drawback is no W/D

@Tawni.6269 Жыл бұрын

Liked and described Mike you will soon be my salesman. This is a very informative video I will pass this along to friends and family as well. 🗨️☝️🤓

@muggywebster1117 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful!!

@judyross182 9 ай бұрын

There are a number of nice features. Nice tour.

@nancyjohnson5810 Жыл бұрын

Loved it until I saw the bedroom, I would only consider a slide out bed. We've already got this set up and its very difficult to change the bed sheets. I have to pull the bed all the way out so its hitting the wall to reach the front of the bed to put on clean sheets and/or take off the dirty ones. I love that it's compact. I really like Cougar. Thanks for the video.

@user-vt6ei2pl6c Жыл бұрын

Awesome. Like it a lot.

@atedogs Жыл бұрын

Hey Myles, Well done on this presentation. I'll keep you in mind if we ever get to buying in this economy. Inside things I would want changed. The booth is awkward cuts off a lot of space. I'd settle for a counter and barstools or stand alone fold up unit. The register on the floor would be a hazard to me as well as an eyesore. It should be tucked out of the way up against or close to a wall. I would personally change out the handheld in the shower so water doesn't spray at me but above me right over my head. As for external issues I would have to defer to hubby as living space is my domain. Definitely a consideration. Thanks

@Expressoo22 Жыл бұрын

Excellent 5thWh for the Single person and great for the budget 1/2 ton truck.

@sassyd8738 Жыл бұрын

So far love all the extra space an kitchen nice where the ignite card at i think below would be where washer dryer combo would go for the rv house in every one ive seen i think all of them i would place it right there works for a couple with no kids very nice i like it

@athomewithjenny Жыл бұрын

This is really great!

@bethrand9292 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful!

@gaillewis3324 Жыл бұрын

Love it!

@logantrachsel5955 Жыл бұрын

Really nice fifth wheel, love the floor plan!

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

Glad you like it!

@timl1345 Жыл бұрын

It is one the best layouts in small 5th I've seen

@Mike-hb4pc Жыл бұрын

Couple of things I would have liked to see: (1) a slide-out tray for the battery compartment: (2) soft close drawers/cabinet doors. Pretty decent layout overall. I like it.

@Tiffainy1 Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh, this is beautiful

@Amie-sb3zh Жыл бұрын

I love this. Wish the flooring that is in the slide out was in the bedroom also.. i dont like carpet in an rv. But we love this rv thank you for showing it P. S i love the booth.

@CH-jk6bf Жыл бұрын

Will keep our 29' 2001 been camping with it for 13 years

@dianabirdsall5757 11 ай бұрын

Beautiful

@debbieadams6508 Жыл бұрын

We bought this last week in st. Louis. Cant wait till it comes in.

@amycarpenter6699 11 ай бұрын

I would love to see these exact same specs with the kitchen on a bigger RV with a 2nd bedroom 1/2 bath, washer/dryer hook up and side patio with sliding glass doors for THE perfect 2024 model. I love the kitchen

@sharontalaga5924 Жыл бұрын

Love this RV. I like where the kitchen is. Everything about this RV is amazing. I would buy this in a heart beat....depending how much it is. I am sure it is quite expensive.

@nunyabidness5375 Жыл бұрын

This is pretty darn nice,has a little of everything. Love the shower.

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

Glad you like it!

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

Glad you like it!

@MangoMike316 Жыл бұрын

Great review thanks. 😎👍

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@danross7194 9 ай бұрын

Nice! Put in a dishwasher and a w/d combo and it’s complete!

@mikebengyak199 8 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@davidkendall6801 Жыл бұрын

I have a 37' Montana. As I get older I will downsize. I considered a Class C but this might be a decent option. More room, much easier to tow and maneuver, less expensive than Class C.

@rvnut1133 Жыл бұрын

This one is perfect for me.

@gretaberry4983 Жыл бұрын

This a perfect little camper 👍🏽

@mariecrouch5415 Жыл бұрын

Great unit

@suezettefruge3234 Жыл бұрын

Love it.

@janicepierce7494 Жыл бұрын

What would be the price? Love it!

@mattshadow3910 Жыл бұрын

Love it. If had Azdel it'd be perfect.

@traciecrouse5232 Жыл бұрын

Very nice, lots of storage for a small 5th wheel. But I have to have a washer dryer hook up 🤔

@cherphillips2125 Жыл бұрын

Super nice 5th wheel camper !!

@gwwj Жыл бұрын

I've fallen for this Brand and floor plan! It really fits our style of travel. That is except for the water heater. We boondock fairly often. Instant hot water heaters have a reputation for wasting water. Your presentation, especially with the included technical details is outstanding. I'll be following more of your videos from now on. Thank you!

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words 🙏

@CindyBarg Жыл бұрын

A question why instant water heaters waste water? The ones i've had were very efficient, and it always seemed to me that a water tank continuously keeping water warm wastes more energy.

@gwwj Жыл бұрын

@@CindyBarg RV water heaters don't use very much energy. Tankless water heaters need a significant water flow before they will heat. If you are boondocking and trying to conserve, you're likely not going to get a hot navy shower.

@CindyBarg Жыл бұрын

I'll keep that in mind, thanks!

@tgaylord2 8 ай бұрын

@@CindyBarg Not only do you waste water waiting for the hot water to get to your faucet, but if you stop the flow of hot water, even for a few seconds, the burner kicks off and you get a bunch of wasted cold water until the heating coils kick back in. This means you can’t turn the water off at the shower head to soap up unless you want to get a blast of cold water while rinsing. The best solution that we found, is to fill a bucket with hot water from the water heater and then take a sponge bath (outside if weather permits) so we don’t fill our grey tank with wasted water.

@PurpleCollarLife Жыл бұрын

Nice trailer. I like the rear kitchen and how compact it is. But I wish the front layout had more space. I don’t like the bedroom so cramped.

@randallgarton375 Жыл бұрын

Love it

@debbiegraham5585 Жыл бұрын

love it

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@mgard68787 Жыл бұрын

Wow!! Adorable...great for a single or a couple.

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

Absolutely!

@portnuefflyer Жыл бұрын

Finally a decent standard equipped solar setup, not just a token install.

@ericfifer539 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely loved this honestly wish I was in the position would hit you up rn the only thing I didn't like was how the bed room slanted at the back but not a big deal

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

Yeah, that’s just to keep it in a size that is half ton towable.

@ledwallet1944 Жыл бұрын

I like it..I like it a lot!!!!

@michaelkern6992 10 ай бұрын

You are correct. White panels/vents on the roof is definitely better than the black regarding sun/heat. That’s why you see more white cars on the road

@BethReddy-hb5qm Жыл бұрын

Hello Myles. I am sure I saw one of your videos which featured a small built in desk & arm chair/seating area in a toy hauler master bedroom. It was as East/West bed with the wardrobe in the slideout and the seating area in the cap. I have watched/searched for that video again for three days now. Any chance you recall what model floorplan that was?

@kenj.8897 Жыл бұрын

You did a fine walkthrough and explanation of the unit. Nice job. I'm just not a fan of the cable slide mechanism. Never had one but I have heard horror stories. I could be way off base on it I'm not sure

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

My family has it on our Cougar fifth wheel and it’s never had any problems or issues for us.

@Barret-paddles Жыл бұрын

Nice rig!! Wish there was a bit more outside in the bedroom otherwise the rest of the layout is very impressive. Thanks 🙂

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@marileon3304 Жыл бұрын

It’s beautiful

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

Glad you like it!

@peterkunka2694 Жыл бұрын

This is a great model for a retired couple going on short trips (others have already mentioned the lack of a washer/dryer, which may extend outings without looking for a laundromat). But, new 1/2 tons will easily tow this, and the nice part is getting away from the 3/4 ton diesel emission problems and expense. Big question: Will Keystone warranty a gooseneck swap over the king pin? A gooseneck hitch will reduce a lot of payload weight, and open up the bed for more storage space. Nice video and tour. Cheers! Pete in Arizona.

@robertpulliam9973 Жыл бұрын

Don’t think the average 1/2T is going to pull this unless you’re talking about the standard cab 2WD with base equipment.

@JamesMcGillis 9 ай бұрын

We have the Anderson Hitch on our Cougar. It is a super strong aluminum "pyramid" that includes a height-adjustable hitch ball and a proprietary receiver attached to the pin on the coach. It is an elegant hitch solution for this Cougar.

@suzanneulry9450 Жыл бұрын

Impressive.

@tyount1984 Жыл бұрын

That would be a perfect camper to live in full time. Especially for 1 person

@janicedavis5216 Жыл бұрын

Love this small 5th wheel. But why why why did they put that brown cabinet around the TV? Should’ve kept the same as kitchen and pantry/buffet.

@michaelcalovich7779 Жыл бұрын

Well, floor plan is great but, like everyone else need W/D location but I really don’t like the slanted roof line. You really can’t be over 5’10” tall. This is great for weekends only no long travel. Now if they correct the roof line to be straight and W/D and put tire in storage not generator area and make it 4 feet longer SUPER. Just a thought.

@mylesrv Жыл бұрын

Cougar does this in their non half-ton line with the straight ceiling. But as I’m sure you understand, they need to make smaller, more light weight fifth wheels like this one for that demographic of people looking for something truly half ton towable. W/D and half ton towable don’t mesh well lol

@garywilson3183 Жыл бұрын

I love it! No way I'd tow with a half ton

@louisboliou7432 Жыл бұрын

Pin weight? Regardless of tow weight, pin weight is crucial and needs to be included up-front. My 1/2 ton has a total cargo weight limit of 1801 pounds, and tow capacity of 9100 pounds, so pin weight is critical.

@claudemarleau9763 Жыл бұрын

Something else I would like to point, is they should put a convection microwave with fan over the stove instead a Furion noysi fan and because there is no ventilator on the sealing they should put a fantastic fan some where over the kitchen

@jaccole Жыл бұрын

When truck tow limits are determined by manufacturers they do not hitch a 12’ high trailer to the truck and tow it over mountain passes and windy highways. Tow limits are determined by using a flat bed trailer. This 5th wheel weighs 7480 lbs empty + 2000 lbs cargo (2450 is max) + 1/2 full grey/black/water tanks (72 gallons x 8.3 lbs) = approx 600 lbs + 60 lbs propane == 10,140 lbs x 20% = pin weight of 2028 lbs. IMHO there are only a few 5th wheels that could be towed by a 1/2 ton; Scamp 19, Escape 5.0 ( have one on order) , Idle Time 19&21 and some of the older models like Nash 21R (formerly owned). A 1/2 ton may be able to “tow it”, but can it STOP it? For about the same money as a tricked-out 1/2 ton you can buy a 3/4 ton and be safer. Plus most people who buy these are first timers that have never towed a camper of this size ( some think this is a small camper, 5 tons loaded!) and they believe the camper and truck salesman

@dn1957rd Жыл бұрын

Agreed. Well put.

@71stMastiff Жыл бұрын

A few companies are starting to do double wraps under the slide outs

@nelsonlopez4695 Жыл бұрын

Love it, andd I’m not an rv er, looking to buy to live in one.

@aal9207 Жыл бұрын

I love it. Can an off-road 5th wheel be made or possible?

@sandyharder9162 11 ай бұрын

Love this, we are in Minnesota. Where is nearest dealer?

@michaeljames63 Жыл бұрын

Wish you had mentioned Gross weight and pin weight

@lisaturner4741 Жыл бұрын

Free standing table and chairs? Would be able to switch it up on occasion. 😊

@nancyjohnson5810 Жыл бұрын

Dealbreaker no bed slide for me. But its beautiful. I love the tankless water heater.

@deanc3362 Жыл бұрын

very nice couples rv

@faithfarmforever4795 Жыл бұрын

I know this sounds crazy..but I wish there was a gooseneck camper with a 20 foot box then the gooseneck part - I know this one really fits the bill but..not all of us want to tow that much but would love a bed area in the neck of the cab and only 20 feet behind me..

@claudemarleau9763 Жыл бұрын

An other commentary this one is not the smallest F/Wheel from Cougar there is the Cougar Sport 2100rk and that one have frameless window and microwhave over the stove that I propose you later so if you have a good contact with keystone you can tell them, thank you