Alaskan 8' Shortbed vs Hallmark Everest
Both the Alaskan 8' Shortbed and Hallmark Everest are pop-up (hard-side) truck campers. The Hallmark Everest comes in 300 lbs lighter than the Alaskan 8' Shortbed. with the Alaskan 8' Shortbed starting $7,000 lower.
 Alaskan Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) |  Hallmark RV Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | $35,000★ | $42,000 |
| Loaded MSRP | $45,000★ | $58,000 |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 1,800 lbs | 1,500 lbs★ |
| Wet Weight | — | 1,850 lbs |
| Min Payload Needed | 2,200 lbs | 2,000 lbs★ |
| Min Truck Class | Half-Ton | Half-Ton |
| Fits Short Bed | Yes | No |
| Tailgate | Remove Tailgate | Remove Tailgate |
| Sleeping | ||
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| Bed Type | Cabover Queen | Cabover Queen |
| Orientation | North-South | East-West |
| Kitchen | ||
| Kitchen | Yes | Yes |
| Cooktop Burners | 3★ | 2 |
| Fridge | 3-Way Absorption | 12V Compressor |
| Oven | No | No |
| Microwave | No | No |
| Bathroom | ||
| Bathroom | None | Cassette Only |
| Shower | None | None |
| Toilet | Portable | Cassette |
| Water System | ||
| Fresh Water | 12 gal | 15 gal★ |
| Gray Water | — | 7 gal |
| Hot Water | — | — |
| Electrical | ||
| Solar | 100W | 200W★ |
| Battery Type | AGM | Lithium |
| Battery Capacity | 100Ah | 200Ah★ |
| Inverter | — | 1500W |
| Shore Power | — | — |
| Climate & Insulation | ||
| Furnace | Yes | Yes |
| Furnace BTU | 16,000 BTU★ | 12,000 BTU |
| A/C | No | No |
| A/C BTU | — | — |
| Season Rating | 4-Season | 4-Season |
| R-Value | — | R-10 |
| Construction | ||
| Shell | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Frame | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | ||
| Interior Height | 78" | 78" |
| Overall Length | — | 86" |
| Overall Width | — | 80" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | 1 min | 1 min |
| People Needed | 1 | 1 |
| Jack Type | Hydraulic | Hydraulic |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Alaskan 8' Shortbed or Hallmark Everest?
The Hallmark Everest is lighter at 1,500 lbs dry weight, which is 300 lbs less than the Alaskan 8' Shortbed.
Which costs less, the Alaskan 8' Shortbed or Hallmark Everest?
The Alaskan 8' Shortbed starts at $35,000, which is $7,000 less than the Hallmark Everest at $42,000.
Quick Verdict
Lighter
Hallmark Everest
1,500 lbs dry
More Affordable
Alaskan 8' Shortbed
Starting at $35,000
More Water
Hallmark Everest
15 gal fresh
More Solar
Hallmark Everest
200W