Capri Cowboy vs Kingstar Explorer 8
Side-by-side comparison of specs, features, and pricing
 Capri Campers Hard-Side (No Slide) |  Kingstar Hard-Side (No Slide) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | — | $15,000 |
| Loaded MSRP | — | $22,000 |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 1,100 lbs★ | 1,800 lbs |
| Wet Weight | — | 2,300 lbs |
| Min Payload Needed | — | 2,500 lbs |
| Min Truck Class | Half-Ton | 3/4-Ton |
| Fits Short Bed | Yes | No |
| Tailgate | — | Remove Tailgate |
| Sleeping | ||
| Sleeps | 2 | 3★ |
| Bed Type | Cabover Queen | Cabover Queen |
| Orientation | — | East-West |
| Kitchen | ||
| Kitchen | Yes | Yes |
| Cooktop Burners | 2 | 2 |
| Fridge | 3-Way Absorption | 12V Compressor |
| Oven | No | No |
| Microwave | No | No |
| Bathroom | ||
| Bathroom | None | Wet Bath |
| Shower | None | Indoor |
| Toilet | None | Cassette |
| Water System | ||
| Fresh Water | 7 gal | 20 gal★ |
| Gray Water | — | 12 gal |
| Hot Water | — | — |
| Electrical | ||
| Solar | — | 100W |
| Battery Type | — | AGM |
| Battery Capacity | — | 100Ah |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Shore Power | — | 15A |
| Climate & Insulation | ||
| Furnace | Yes | Yes |
| Furnace BTU | — | 16,000 BTU |
| A/C | No | No |
| A/C BTU | — | — |
| Season Rating | — | 3-Season |
| R-Value | — | R-7 |
| Construction | ||
| Shell | Aluminum | Fiberglass |
| Frame | Wood | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | ||
| Interior Height | — | 76" |
| Overall Length | — | 130" |
| Overall Width | — | 88" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | — | 15 min |
| People Needed | — | 1 |
| Jack Type | — | Manual |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Capri Cowboy or Kingstar Explorer 8?
The Capri Cowboy is lighter at 1,100 lbs dry weight, which is 700 lbs less than the Kingstar Explorer 8.
Which sleeps more people, the Capri Cowboy or Kingstar Explorer 8?
The Kingstar Explorer 8 sleeps 3 people compared to 2 for the Capri Cowboy.