Armorlite EXP-2 P4 vs Lance 1172
Both the Armorlite EXP-2 P4 and Lance 1172 are hard-side (no slide) truck campers. The Armorlite EXP-2 P4 comes in 3,431 lbs lighter than the Lance 1172. The Armorlite EXP-2 P4 requires a midsize truck minimum while the Lance 1172 needs a 1-ton.
 Armorlite Hard-Side (No Slide) |  Lance Campers Hard-Side (No Slide) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | — | — |
| Loaded MSRP | — | — |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 887 lbs★ | 4,318 lbs |
| Wet Weight | — | 4,772 lbs |
| Min Payload Needed | — | — |
| Min Truck Class | Midsize | 1-Ton |
| Fits Short Bed | Yes | No |
| Tailgate | — | — |
| Sleeping | ||
| Sleeps | 2 | 5★ |
| Bed Type | — | Queen |
| Orientation | — | East-West |
| Kitchen | ||
| Kitchen | Yes | Yes |
| Cooktop Burners | 0 | 2★ |
| Fridge | 12V Compressor | 12V Compressor |
| Oven | No | No |
| Microwave | No | No |
| Bathroom | ||
| Bathroom | None | Dry Bath |
| Shower | None | Indoor |
| Toilet | None | Gravity |
| Water System | ||
| Fresh Water | 7 gal | 42 gal★ |
| Gray Water | 3.5 gal | 35 gal★ |
| Hot Water | — | Tankless |
| Electrical | ||
| Solar | 100W | — |
| Battery Type | — | — |
| Battery Capacity | — | — |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Shore Power | — | — |
| Climate & Insulation | ||
| Furnace | Yes | Yes |
| Furnace BTU | — | — |
| A/C | No | No |
| A/C BTU | — | — |
| Season Rating | — | — |
| R-Value | — | — |
| Construction | ||
| Shell | Composite | Fiberglass |
| Frame | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | ||
| Interior Height | 61.2" | 80" |
| Overall Length | 118" | 244" |
| Overall Width | 64" | 96" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | — | — |
| People Needed | — | — |
| Jack Type | — | Electric |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Armorlite EXP-2 P4 or Lance 1172?
The Armorlite EXP-2 P4 is lighter at 887 lbs dry weight, which is 3,431 lbs less than the Lance 1172.
Which sleeps more people, the Armorlite EXP-2 P4 or Lance 1172?
The Lance 1172 sleeps 5 people compared to 2 for the Armorlite EXP-2 P4.
Quick Verdict
Lighter
Armorlite EXP-2 P4
887 lbs dry
More Water
Lance 1172
42 gal fresh
Sleeps More
Lance 1172
5 people