The Folding Truck Camper that Fits a Tacoma

The Folding Truck Camper that Fits a Tacoma | Cube Series

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11 ай бұрын

Is it all we've been waiting and asking for? It's a super lite-weight camper that can slide into a mid-size truck bed... and even fit in the garage on some setups. You'll need to check the Cube Series Camper out with PJ to see if it's what you and your Toyota Tacoma or larger truck have been hoping for!
Princess Craft RV website: princesscraft.com
Sale price FOR THE EXACT UNIT SHOWN IN THE VIDEO AT THE TIME OF VIDEO UPLOAD: $49,988
MSRP FOR THE EXACT UNIT SHOWN IN THE VIDEO: $50,168
Camper Specifications & Capacities
All weights and measurements are approximate and subject to change
TYPE Pop-up with solid walls (no canvas)
BASE WEIGHT 1206 lbs
WIDTH 88″
LENGTH 88″
INTERIOR HEIGHT 78″
COLLAPSED HEIGHT 52″
OPEN HEIGHT 92″
FRESH WATER 21 Gallons
GREY WATER 10 Gallons
BLACK WATER 2 1/2 Gallon cassette toilet (if equipped)
LPG CAPACITY 5 Gallons
FURNACE 18,000 BTU
WATER HEATER 1.7 Gallon (12 volts)
SEASON 4 Season
Standard Equipment & Options
CONSTRUCTION
Ultra-lite 100% Aluminum Basement Structure
All Molded fiberglass main tub, walls, and roof, (infused and vacuum bonded for stronger and lighter parts)
One Piece Fiberglass Roof
INTERIOR FEATURES
100% aluminum Cabinetry
Thermo foil Countertops
2 Burner Range/ sink with glass top
Synthetic leather upholstery
Opposing Dinette/ 75” sleeper
12-volt TV Prep
12 Volt LED Interior Lighting System
Qty 2 electrical power stations with 110 V and USB ports
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
12 Volt LED entry Light w/Interior Switch
Enclosed Service Center
Access Panels for Water Tank, Holding Tanks & electronics
16,000 BTU Forced Air Furnace
Water Heater - 1.7 Gallon (12V)
Enclosed, Heated Area for Holding Tanks
Winterization System
Exterior Shower
Electric Water Pump
Tank monitoring system
Battery monitoring system
DC To DC Charger (for charging the battery from the truck)
EXTERIOR FEATURES
Locking Ext. Storage Compartment Doors
Large Lightweight insulated Acrylic windows with pleated shades and screens
Radius Entry Door & Flush Mount Lock w/Dead Bolt
POWER SYSTEMS & SAFETY FEATURES
24 V power actuators for lifting the roof
Manual Camper Lifting Jacks
30 Amp AC/DC Battery Charger
GFI Circuit Protection
Smoke, LPG Leak & CO Detectors
Fire Extinguisher
Camper Tie Down system for in-truck bed connection
Freeze Resistant 1/2″ Color-Coded Water Lines
30 amp shore power hook up
OPTIONS AND EXTRAS
3 exterior solid colors to choose from
Exterior Multi Color options to choose from
1.7 cubic ft 110V Electric refrigerator
1.0 Cubic Ft Built-in Microwave
12V AGM Battery
Rieco Titan Manual Camper Jacks with removable jack mount system
Fold-up Glow Step Entry Stairs
5 Gallon Propane tank
2 Colors of upholstery (Black or Charcoal Grey)
2 colors of Cabinets (White, Black)
2 Countertop colors (Licorice or Symphony Alto)
22” TV
Cassette Toilet with hideaway cabinet
5000 BTU Air conditioner
500-watt military-grade solar panel w/ solar controller
360 AH Lithium Off Grid System with 2000 watt inverter/ charger, 500 watts solar and battery monitor system
Batwing style 270-degree awning
Plumb for BBQ
Keyless entry
Power Jacks with remote and removable mounting system
Entry Glow Steps & Glo Guide Hand Rail
About the video:
Presenter/Host: PJ Buerger
Videography and Editing: Clint Sandberg
Production: Caitlyn Smalley
recorded on location at Princess Craft RV in Round Rock, Texas

Пікірлер: 303

@VonBluesman 11 ай бұрын

$49,988.00 plus tax no thank you

@donkeykong516 10 ай бұрын

People ask for the works, here it is…lol

@algorasm2565 9 ай бұрын

No kidding !!! There are places in rural upstate NY where you can get a whole 2 bedroom house with a full basement for $50K 😂

@JackdKeeney 8 ай бұрын

Really, it's cost half as much as my house pay off!

@rickysiebert9618 8 ай бұрын

Where’s the crapper?

@tacticalant3841 8 ай бұрын

Prices of campers are getting way out of controll. I think i need to start building campers!

@richeastmain4031 11 ай бұрын

This will be great when Toyota introduces the self driving Tacoma since there is no payload left for a driver or passengers.

@sharonthehuman5954 11 ай бұрын

Lol

@jakeviolet2195 11 ай бұрын

Not sure why it's so heavy? I have a 10 foot Aliner with more options than this camper. Even with an entire trailer chassis underneath, it only weighs 1,394 lbs.

@warrenmoon7709 11 ай бұрын

Awesome ❤❤❤

@user-qe2ug8ld8u 11 ай бұрын

Neat idea but not for 50K companies are get a little bit crazy with pricing

@latlj1283 11 ай бұрын

I will just buy another truck and sleep on it with a dozen blanket. Lol...

@BBBYpsi 11 ай бұрын

You could get a sleeper built onto a truck for2 1/2 times less

@ronb6182 11 ай бұрын

Too heavy trucks get lousy fuel economy it just went out the door. I can spend lots of nights at a KOA camping cabins before I exhaust 50,000. 73

@2hotscottpro 11 ай бұрын

What a joke of a cube lol

@timschutte6924 11 ай бұрын

50K, fuck that. !!!!!!!!!!!!! No way. That's stupid money for that.

@ENRIQUELOPEZ-ve1hk 11 ай бұрын

I wish that when designing a light weight camper like this, companies would also take into consideration a more affordable retail price; as neat as the idea is, final cost is a big make it or break it factor for most consumers!!

@lee1130fromtwitter 11 ай бұрын

You could get a sick off road travel trailer for 20k less than this and actually have usability

@MrTmax74 11 ай бұрын

Great review and great little camper. But starting at $43,000, it’s way out of my league. But otherwise, it’s just what I’m looking for.

@coltwinchester6124 11 ай бұрын

I have a 1997 Sunlite pop up camper. It has roof AC, 19,000 BTU furnance, 3 way refrigerator, 3 burner stove, outside shower, inside toilet. Queen size bed, with dinette that becomes a bed. 300 watts of solar, with 2 batteries and a 2,000 watt inverter on 2 batteries. Total weight, 1700 lbs. Total cost- $3,650.

@steve_anderson 8 ай бұрын

Yep...same with me. I'm thinking of moving to Zimbabwe, where things are more in line with my budget. If it weren't for those dang lions. 🙂

@Romo69 8 ай бұрын

Yeah it’s 40k over priced.

@USMC6976 8 ай бұрын

Yep. There is a reason they don't mention the price at the beginning. Great idea, but their pricing is off the charts.

@cw9282 8 ай бұрын

$40k+ and you can't even shower.

@Hipporider 9 ай бұрын

Well spoken review. Thanks for no annoying background music that so many KZfaq channels insist on using while listening to a narrator.

@bradurl231 11 ай бұрын

For $50k it should be a carbon foam composite and weigh a maximum of 500 lbs. When I calculated the weight of a full cabover folding popup shell built from aluminum/foam/.125 plywood sandwich it was under 400lbs! It's absolutely ridiculous what people are willing to pay for poorly designed, cheaply made rv's. Just the weight alone would tear it apart if you took it off road!

@RoughRide 11 ай бұрын

50k.....someone needs to put the pipe down and check into rehab! 😂😂😂😂

@ronb6182 11 ай бұрын

Like I said before 50,000 I could spend a lot of nights at a KOA camping cabins. Even at that all the gasoline money I spend hauling this monster.73

@taughtyouhowtodougie 8 ай бұрын

princess craft = for a princess!

@richardkoch8752 11 ай бұрын

For $45,000 I can find something else. Most Tundras only have a 1,400-1,700 payload!

@smallnuts2 11 ай бұрын

It's way over priced. For that much money you can get a bigger camper. Aliner did something like this years ago. Had a triangle roof. As for price again I'd rather get the travel lite cent for $20k

@judil3294 10 ай бұрын

That's pretty close to what we paid for our 4 bed home on 8 acres. Yup, it doesn't move but ...

@billramsey7455 2 ай бұрын

This little camper is amazing. Basic but you can do what you need where you want.

@michaelgehrke8272 11 ай бұрын

This is one of the most innovative campers I've seen in a long time. I like it overall.

@dejorgensen10 11 ай бұрын

For a base price of $43k I could buy a beater truck and another popup camper top. That overhangs the cab, with a 1/4 of the weight.

@rumah7775 11 ай бұрын

Love this, the build is perfect

@artsteadman2230 3 ай бұрын

Just because haters will always hate there's buyers out there that are willing to pay the for perveived quality & advantages others can't grasp - or afford. It's s basic supply, demand, accessibility & affordability

@midnightrambler3583 11 ай бұрын

Looks like this video was done in Texas where there’s been triple digit heat all summer. However, P.J. never breaks a sweat!

@PrincessCraft 11 ай бұрын

It's so very Texas outside our shop right now. H.O.T.

@jonathanodell8854 10 ай бұрын

This fits a niche that i have seen a definite need for i hope they sell these successfully with right marketing it absolutely should. Nice job cheers .

@ekoms108 8 ай бұрын

Damn though this costs more than the Tacoma itself

@insanemadmanroom2299 11 ай бұрын

49g hell no

@paula.jackson5463 11 ай бұрын

PJ, this is the Gear!

@shawnwood9383 11 ай бұрын

Great cover of the cube aeries

@JEG6919 11 ай бұрын

I applaud the effort. Might be onto something

@jonmccormick8683 11 ай бұрын

Keep working on getting the weight down (and price) to about 1/2 of of what the costs are now and you will start getting buyers. -There are alot of positives about this design. I am a Ford Lightning guy. =The vehicle has all the electric power already. But need the solar top and keeping the weight low.

@RicG. 11 ай бұрын

This camper really pushes the weight limit for the highest payload capacity Toyota Tacoma. In fact, you could hardly carry anything other than the camper completely empty, i.e., little to no water, gear etc.

@sharonthehuman5954 11 ай бұрын

Yep they could have really cut the weight down if they made them with aluminum and composite materials like the Travel Lites.

@sad754yt 11 ай бұрын

Exactly..they advertise it for a Tacoma and no way is gonna work. Way over payload.

@jonkobler1637 11 ай бұрын

Two people = another 400 pounds.

@jakeviolet2195 11 ай бұрын

Fully optioned, it might even be pushing it on a half ton. Especially if you get the 4-door 4x4, which is the most popular configuration.

@Wobu27 11 ай бұрын

I have a 2015 Toyota Tacoma with the full payload package and towing package. Theres no way i could carry this full of gear and essentials. I have a Kimbo and absolutely love it.

@ronniewilliams3691 11 ай бұрын

I would Love it, with all the options! Especially if Gas Prices would come down!

@EagleArrow 8 ай бұрын

Cool, it is like an A frame set up.

@nlabanok 4 ай бұрын

A lovely design and build but the mega weight considering it's going into a Taco + cost = a hard no. But, I really like the modular drop in cot mounted above the main bed.

@freezinweasle1 11 ай бұрын

$50K? It's nice but not 50K nice.

@freezinweasle1 11 ай бұрын

And there is no way my 2022 Taco would be able to handle this safely. Nice presentation but they are being far from truthful when they talk about Taco payload. This is a salesperson. No different than a car salesperson.

@timschutte6924 11 ай бұрын

I've been looking for a hard side truck bed camper shell. Nice. Depending on costs.

@daviddun1389 11 ай бұрын

I like the toilet cover, could be a good surface for kitchen prep. They need to rework the pricing to get to around $35K for it to make sense for the above avg rich joe

@FieldsOfGold149 11 ай бұрын

Nice

@JoeBIgLotto 9 ай бұрын

❤❤ Beautiful product . Hope they have permanent attachment option to the truck .plus can they put a Doggie door so you can drive away in emergency if there is a Bear outside 😂

@michaelkennedy6415 11 ай бұрын

Great design allocating in a tiny space. Did I miss the feature that houses the servant’s quarters though?

@BorderlineWanderings 9 ай бұрын

BASE WEIGHT 1206 lbs - this is kind of alarming to me in that most people i talk to don't realize that their Tacoma is only rated to carry 1000lbs on the vehicle itself. I agree with other commenters that this thing would need to weigh 500# or so for it to be practical for the general Tacoma owner.

@craigdarby9533 10 ай бұрын

Fully optioned, exceeds weight limit for all Takoma models.

@KarileeT 11 ай бұрын

It’s nice but unfortunately too heavy. My Ranger payload capacity is only 1460. I wouldn’t be able to carry a single other thing except maybe myself!

@RicG. 11 ай бұрын

It's also too heavy for a Tacoma, even though the title claims it works with a Tacoma. You put that thing on a Tacoma with some water, gear, etc. and it would ruin the truck.

@scottv.4140 10 ай бұрын

@@RicG. They only said it will fit in a Tacoma, they didn't say you could actually go anywhere with it in the bed.

@edvidal3118 8 ай бұрын

Wow! And I was thinking that on the high end, this little camper would cost around 30k fully loaded. To see other comments that say starting price is 43k blows me away. How do they justify that ridiculous high price? I’ve seen bigger pull trailers with more features for half the price. Im sure there will be a few suckers that will be willing to pay that high price though.

@davidleadford6511 11 ай бұрын

Nice, but it almost exceeds the payload capacity of my mid size. Need to put this thing on a diet and lose some weight.

@edwizard62 10 ай бұрын

PJ is so beautiful❤

@Auto33333 10 ай бұрын

Awesome

@rustlesee 11 ай бұрын

At 1200 lbs, doesn’t leave a lot of weight in that Tacoma for anything.. like food and people.

@MageSkeleton 10 ай бұрын

would had loved if there was a shower inside, but the fact there's a shower thing outside at all is impressive.

@pierredaigneault5615 2 ай бұрын

this is made for a Ford 4x4 dualy 1 ton with Godzilla engine pulling a 1500 pounds fishing boat. No REAL nature lover would shower before getting back home after at least a week ! Outside shower is for cleaning the fish and/or dog ! LOL

@gaemlinsidoharthi 8 ай бұрын

Nice idea. Decor could be updated by the owner, I guess. When is it going to be?

@davidvoorhees9957 10 ай бұрын

You could buy a brand new truck for that price or a very nice pull behind with 3 times the room.

@BBBYpsi 11 ай бұрын

It looks nice & really nice little design. But I would be afraid of it getting blown over in wind if not attached to the truck. What would be a anchor to keep it from getting blown over?

@donaldwilson2548 6 ай бұрын

Yeah, very nice. Add a cab over to it and reduce the price by $15,000.00. Otherwise, I'll build a frame out of aluminum framing studs, wall, and roof. I'll be able to stow it in a bag and assemble it when I reach my destination. I will disassemble it when I leave. The roof material will be marine grade Sunbrella or any other material similar to the aforementioned material. It's just another project to save lots of money. Good luck with the sales.

@modelmanjohn 11 ай бұрын

"You're ready to go." Literally.

@kululv 10 ай бұрын

When are they coming out with the trailer version, they announced?

@joegy9944 11 ай бұрын

PJ does the finest RV presentations of anyone! She is the Star the others have attempted to copy but CANNOT! I hope she is paid well!

@stephenwinter8892 11 ай бұрын

Greetings pj thanks for the presentation it's your regular visitor from southern Ontario Canada and I have a question will this fit into a utility trailer ?

@PrincessCraft 11 ай бұрын

Depending on the trailer, it might be possible. It isn't something we'd take on in our service department, and we wouldn't recommend doing that, but it isn't too far fetched to assume that someone might give the idea a go once they own it and have their own time to get creative.

@gaemlinsidoharthi 8 ай бұрын

I wonder if they could design a fold out bathroom, even if it’s just an “outhouse”.

@jwebbw 10 ай бұрын

But what does it look like on a truck bed in the down position ?

@JasonShaneMason 11 ай бұрын

Great video as always PJ! Can't wait to see the trailer when they roll that out. Will you carry the trailer at Princess Craft when they start manufacturing them?

@PrincessCraft 11 ай бұрын

We’ll be all ears if they offer us the opportunity!

@toneseeker4968 10 ай бұрын

Now that's what the Hell i'm talking about! Is there one for an F150?

@haze1123 11 ай бұрын

Best RV reviews on KZfaq!!! I love this camper. Awesome design.

@BVDsGoneFishing 8 ай бұрын

I spit out my coffee when I heard the price!

@stainless1175able 11 ай бұрын

For that price you could buy another expensive pickup. Buy a van if you want to spend that much.

@joea3235 25 күн бұрын

Basically a truck sleeper

@chadbaire6837 11 ай бұрын

It seemed like the music wasn't sure what it wanted to do. It was way too loud and then gone. Also would it be possible to get a flashlight to show some of the darker areas. There have been a few campers recently where you have shown just a shadow.

@mdutchy2582 11 ай бұрын

I can imagine other campers faces when it’s folded down and you tell them you are fixing to go in there, cook, eat and go to bed.

@trex860 9 ай бұрын

If it’s loaded on to anything smaller than a full ton pickup, “Just Sue Me” should be painted on the back of that thing.

@smallnuts2 11 ай бұрын

I like the design but needs bigger bed. Thats for one person unless two people sleep on there side. If laying on back they will be shoulder to shoulder. Also, $50k ? Thats crazy. Maybe $15k-$20k Aliner did something like this years ago. Had a triangle 🔺️ roof.

@BBBYpsi 11 ай бұрын

Unfortunately the price of materials & Labor have sky rocketed. I deliver travel trailers for a living & since 2021 the prices have more than tripled. A 20 foot travel trailer that used to be $15K is now over $50K

@trailgranny50 10 ай бұрын

The last two used truck campers l purchased cost $1,800 first folder and $1,800 second non folder. Both fully functional and with bathrooms! $42,000+ for this? Get real! And the didn't weigh ammunition more than this. 😂

@imurcookie2 11 ай бұрын

Tacoma has a 1100 payload.. doesn't work

@greenexpanse 11 ай бұрын

The Google machine and the Truck Camper Adventure website offer payload numbers that differ from what you’ve provided.

@SpineShank7 9 ай бұрын

It's crazy what people charge for campers.

@JohnDoe-1000xt 11 ай бұрын

great design...$50,000 ....spendy

@jwiereng 8 ай бұрын

Could you get this bare bones - just the shell, with doors / windows. ?

@JoshalynnLove 10 ай бұрын

A joke.. Even if it was 25k it wouldn't be worth it 😂 good one guys

@stevespawn1 8 ай бұрын

I paid 39k for a 44 foot 2013 Dutchman voltage toy hauler- full body paint. Used of course.

@scottfergusson8411 11 ай бұрын

How water proof is it??

@cappyjpadgett 10 ай бұрын

Funny how most tiny lil slide in truck campers cost more than 35+’ fifth wheels

@Dave-sw2dm 11 ай бұрын

Fully optioned it is pushing the payload of my full size Nissan Titan. Cool design though.

@parlimentjenkinsiii6658 10 ай бұрын

Looks like what a cop would use as a mobile interrogation room.

@rickm5853 11 ай бұрын

1200 lbs is more than the rated payload on a Tacoma and on my 2019 Tundra its only 1300 lbs

@bernarddroege7022 11 ай бұрын

No windows to the rear? Sounds like a security issue.

@artof1self 8 ай бұрын

For 43k to 48k I would prefer to by a starter off-road enclosed tear drop trailer and still have the ability to drop off at a camp site and use my truck anytime with the bed available. It’s a nice option but not for me. Thanks for sharing.

@stevekrewson9502 11 ай бұрын

Wow, 49k...I wonder if there is anyone stupid enough to buy this thing at that price? I love camping in all forms, precisely why I watched this vid. But the price on this is beyond stupid. Holy crap! I'm writing this from my bed in a 40 foot camper that cost me 50k

@pacificdragon1 6 күн бұрын

should have chosen a 12vdc refrigerator instead of the 110vac refrigerator. Also, would not choose the microwave oven.

@soespino 5 ай бұрын

Hola, como la puedo adquirir en Chile

@CaptZenPetabyte 8 ай бұрын

Shame, as its not on the website yet and you dont sell outside of the USA as this would be perfect

@McRocket 11 ай бұрын

How about a folding Washington that fits into a Tacoma? ☮

@georgeleigh3552 10 ай бұрын

You add it too your house for a third bedroom lol!

@youarehere1251 10 ай бұрын

Light weight means better gas mileage, so in the long run saving on fuel usage.

@axemanfishing2703 11 ай бұрын

Amazing that they keep saying how light weight this is when it is already pushing the limit of my F150 half ton let alone a Tacoma, and that is dry weight with nothing in it. I find it curious how they get away will selling points like this that go against the manufactures suggested weight limitations without being held liable if something goes wrong. All about profit and not safety. No way this safely goes into a Tacoma without significant upgrades to springs and shocks, and those things are not recommended by the manufacturer.

@stuarthobart6844 3 ай бұрын

I’ll take a shell

@Poppy_love59 8 ай бұрын

Seems like a good idea until you realize they have almost zero storage. There was a company many years ago that marketed something similar, but the reason no one bought them was that there was no storage. You lose any such storage from those fold up walls !

@violentdawg 7 ай бұрын

That and this is above tacoma capacity without driver/passengers much less luggage, then add in the $50K price tag... Everything about this could be 10x better with a $50K price tag.

@rideoc6026 6 ай бұрын

1200 lbs is beyond 1/4 ton truck limits.

@jameswbarry9576 11 ай бұрын

I see it has cables on the outside like a cable driven slide out not good

@spiritualinsight 11 ай бұрын

What temperature can this handle?

@MrTmax74 11 ай бұрын

That depends what your temperature is as you’re sweating trying to make the payment

@jcmillercrossedblessedoutd1421 11 ай бұрын

Way expensive , need to reevaluate the price range and weight!

@eleathialongcope1741 10 ай бұрын

How about a Maverick?

@alenmadaric9115 8 ай бұрын

Moon lander would be a much cheaper alternative although very basic compared to this.

@joldmacman 11 ай бұрын

Very n eat, but you can get a new Scamp 16ft. for a lot less.

@wmason1961 8 ай бұрын

I might give $4900 for this. $49,000 no way. Not even close.

@aday1637 11 ай бұрын

When you go to their site, these are not shown or mentioned. ?????

@PrincessCraft 11 ай бұрын

www.princesscraft.com/product/truck-camper?s=true&brand=cube+series

@danielrobinson5573 11 ай бұрын

500 watt inverter, nice...microwave? Lol dont think so!

@speterbilt 11 ай бұрын

Didn'r even use a 12v fridge?

@realistic.optimist 13 күн бұрын

Generator?

@rerunplaya532 11 ай бұрын

AC?

@simon359 11 ай бұрын

Weight is going to be a major problem. My Tacoma has a limit of 950 pounds for a Trd. Add a couple more people and your way over the 1200 pounds! This would be dangerous on a Tacoma. Get in any accidents and your insurance company will deny your claim!

@sg1friz Ай бұрын

Ha, the price of an entry-level truck 😅😅😅😂😂these folks got expensive habits!

@Johnpf1969 11 ай бұрын

Can someone put in a compost? Torrent

@Valco458 10 ай бұрын

Lots of people mention composting toilets. I can’t imagine how they would be practical for weekend camping. It’s not possible it compost 💩 that quickly & depending on the temperature unless they’re heated composting won’t happen at all. Typically a composting toilet turns into a 💩 storage receptacle that you need to deal with when you get home .