Northstar 600SS vs Northstar 850SC
Both the Northstar 600SS and Northstar 850SC are pop-up (hard-side) truck campers, both made by Northstar Campers. The Northstar 600SS comes in 527 lbs lighter than the Northstar 850SC. with the Northstar 600SS starting $4,000 lower. The Northstar 600SS requires a midsize truck minimum while the Northstar 850SC needs a half-ton.
 Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) |  Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | $27,175★ | $31,175 |
| Loaded MSRP | — | — |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 1,258 lbs★ | 1,785 lbs |
| Wet Weight | — | — |
| Min Payload Needed | — | — |
| Min Truck Class | Midsize | Half-Ton |
| Fits Short Bed | Yes | Yes |
| Tailgate | — | — |
| Sleeping | ||
| Sleeps | 3 | 3 |
| Bed Type | Full | 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 | None | Cassette Only |
| Shower | None | Indoor |
| Toilet | None | Cassette |
| Water System | ||
| Fresh Water | 17 gal | 30 gal★ |
| Gray Water | 7.5 gal | 13 gal★ |
| Hot Water | None | Tankless |
| Electrical | ||
| Solar | 200W | 200W |
| 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 | Composite |
| Frame | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | ||
| Interior Height | 83" | 80" |
| Overall Length | 146" | 180" |
| Overall Width | 77" | 84" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | — | — |
| People Needed | — | — |
| Jack Type | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Northstar 600SS or Northstar 850SC?
The Northstar 600SS is lighter at 1,258 lbs dry weight, which is 527 lbs less than the Northstar 850SC.
Which costs less, the Northstar 600SS or Northstar 850SC?
The Northstar 600SS starts at $27,175, which is $4,000 less than the Northstar 850SC at $31,175.
Quick Verdict
Lighter
Northstar 600SS
1,258 lbs dry
More Affordable
Northstar 600SS
Starting at $27,175
More Water
Northstar 850SC
30 gal fresh