Northstar 10X vs Northstar TC650
The Northstar 10X is a hard-side (no slide) camper while the Northstar TC650 is a pop-up (hard-side), both made by Northstar Campers. The Northstar TC650 comes in 1,625 lbs lighter than the Northstar 10X. with the Northstar TC650 starting $23,045 lower. The Northstar 10X requires a 3/4-ton truck minimum while the Northstar TC650 needs a half-ton.
 Northstar Campers Hard-Side (No Slide) |  Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | $51,520 | $28,475★ |
| Loaded MSRP | — | — |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 3,030 lbs | 1,405 lbs★ |
| Wet Weight | — | — |
| Min Payload Needed | — | — |
| Min Truck Class | 3/4-Ton | Half-Ton |
| Fits Short Bed | No | Yes |
| Tailgate | — | — |
| Sleeping | ||
| Sleeps | 3 | 3 |
| Bed Type | Queen | Queen |
| Orientation | East-West | East-West |
| Kitchen | ||
| Kitchen | Yes | Yes |
| Cooktop Burners | 2 | 2 |
| Fridge | 12V Compressor | 12V Compressor |
| Oven | No | No |
| Microwave | No | No |
| Bathroom | ||
| Bathroom | Cassette Only | None |
| Shower | Indoor | None |
| Toilet | Cassette | None |
| Water System | ||
| Fresh Water | 36 gal★ | 30 gal |
| Gray Water | 13 gal★ | 7.5 gal |
| Hot Water | Tankless | None |
| Electrical | ||
| Solar | 800W★ | 200W |
| Battery Type | Lithium | — |
| Battery Capacity | 280Ah | — |
| Inverter | 3000W | — |
| Shore Power | — | — |
| Climate & Insulation | ||
| Furnace | Yes | Yes |
| Furnace BTU | — | — |
| A/C | Yes | No |
| A/C BTU | — | — |
| Season Rating | — | — |
| R-Value | — | — |
| Construction | ||
| Shell | Composite | Composite |
| Frame | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | ||
| Interior Height | 80" | 79" |
| Overall Length | 228" | 156" |
| Overall Width | 90" | 84" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | — | — |
| People Needed | — | — |
| Jack Type | Electric | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Northstar 10X or Northstar TC650?
The Northstar TC650 is lighter at 1,405 lbs dry weight, which is 1,625 lbs less than the Northstar 10X.
Which costs less, the Northstar 10X or Northstar TC650?
The Northstar TC650 starts at $28,475, which is $23,045 less than the Northstar 10X at $51,520.
What type of campers are the Northstar 10X and Northstar TC650?
The Northstar 10X is a hard-side (no slide) camper while the Northstar TC650 is a pop-up (hard-side) camper. These different styles offer different trade-offs in weight, features, and living space.
Quick Verdict
Lighter
Northstar TC650
1,405 lbs dry
More Affordable
Northstar TC650
Starting at $28,475
More Water
Northstar 10X
36 gal fresh
More Solar
Northstar 10X
800W