Armorlite EXP 1 vs Sun Lite Eagle
Both the Armorlite EXP 1 and Sun Lite Eagle are hard-side (no slide) truck campers. The Sun Lite Eagle comes in 319 lbs lighter than the Armorlite EXP 1.
![]() Armorlite Hard-Side (No Slide) | ![]() Sunset Park RV Hard-Side (No Slide) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | — | $12,000 |
| Loaded MSRP | — | $16,000 |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 1,519 lbs | 1,200 lbs★ |
| Wet Weight | 1,712 lbs | 1,500 lbs★ |
| Min Payload Needed | — | 1,800 lbs |
| Min Truck Class | Half-Ton | Half-Ton |
| Fits Short Bed | Yes | No |
| Tailgate | — | Keep Tailgate |
| Sleeping | ||
| Sleeps | 2 | 3★ |
| Bed Type | Queen | Cabover Queen |
| Orientation | — | East-West |
| Kitchen | ||
| Kitchen | Yes | Yes |
| Cooktop Burners | 0 | 2★ |
| Fridge | 12V Compressor | 3-Way Absorption |
| Oven | No | No |
| Microwave | No | No |
| Bathroom | ||
| Bathroom | Cassette Only | None |
| Shower | None | None |
| Toilet | Cassette | None |
| Water System | ||
| Fresh Water | 19 gal★ | 15 gal |
| Gray Water | 5 gal | — |
| Hot Water | Tankless | — |
| Electrical | ||
| Solar | 400W★ | 0W |
| Battery Type | Lithium | Lead Acid |
| Battery Capacity | 240Ah★ | 100Ah |
| Inverter | 2000W | — |
| Shore Power | — | 15A |
| Climate & Insulation | ||
| Furnace | Yes | Yes |
| Furnace BTU | 7,500 BTU | 16,000 BTU★ |
| A/C | No | No |
| A/C BTU | — | — |
| Season Rating | — | 3-Season |
| R-Value | — | R-7 |
| Construction | ||
| Shell | Composite | Fiberglass |
| Frame | Aluminum | Hybrid |
| Dimensions | ||
| Interior Height | 75" | 74" |
| Overall Length | 140" | 106" |
| Overall Width | 79.75" | 84" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | — | 15 min |
| People Needed | — | 1 |
| Jack Type | — | Manual |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Armorlite EXP 1 or Sun Lite Eagle?
The Sun Lite Eagle is lighter at 1,200 lbs dry weight, which is 319 lbs less than the Armorlite EXP 1.
Which sleeps more people, the Armorlite EXP 1 or Sun Lite Eagle?
The Sun Lite Eagle sleeps 3 people compared to 2 for the Armorlite EXP 1.
Quick Verdict
Lighter
Sun Lite Eagle
1,200 lbs dry
More Water
Armorlite EXP 1
19 gal fresh
Sleeps More
Sun Lite Eagle
3 people

