Northstar 600SS vs Northstar Laredo SC
Both the Northstar 600SS and Northstar Laredo SC are pop-up (hard-side) truck campers, both made by Northstar Campers. The Northstar 600SS comes in 832 lbs lighter than the Northstar Laredo SC. with the Northstar 600SS starting $10,075 lower. The Northstar 600SS requires a midsize truck minimum while the Northstar Laredo SC needs a half-ton.
Northstar 600SS Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | Northstar Laredo SC Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | $27,175★ | $37,250 |
| Loaded MSRP | — | — |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 1,258 lbs★ | 2,090 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 | 41 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" | 77" |
| Overall Length | 146" | 191" |
| Overall Width | 77" | 84" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | — | — |
| People Needed | — | — |
| Jack Type | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Northstar 600SS or Northstar Laredo SC?
The Northstar 600SS is lighter at 1,258 lbs dry weight, which is 832 lbs less than the Northstar Laredo SC.
Which costs less, the Northstar 600SS or Northstar Laredo SC?
The Northstar 600SS starts at $27,175, which is $10,075 less than the Northstar Laredo SC at $37,250.
Quick Verdict
Lighter
Northstar 600SS
1,258 lbs dry
More Affordable
Northstar 600SS
Starting at $27,175
More Water
Northstar Laredo SC
41 gal fresh