Northstar 600SS vs Northstar Wind Bandit
Both the Northstar 600SS and Northstar Wind Bandit are pop-up (hard-side) truck campers, both made by Northstar Campers. The Northstar 600SS comes in 792 lbs lighter than the Northstar Wind Bandit. with the Northstar 600SS starting $10,075 lower. The Northstar 600SS requires a midsize truck minimum while the Northstar Wind Bandit needs a half-ton.
 Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) |  Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | $27,175★ | $37,250 |
| Loaded MSRP | — | — |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 1,258 lbs★ | 2,050 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 | 27 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" | 194" |
| Overall Width | 77" | 84" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | — | — |
| People Needed | — | — |
| Jack Type | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Northstar 600SS or Northstar Wind Bandit?
The Northstar 600SS is lighter at 1,258 lbs dry weight, which is 792 lbs less than the Northstar Wind Bandit.
Which costs less, the Northstar 600SS or Northstar Wind Bandit?
The Northstar 600SS starts at $27,175, which is $10,075 less than the Northstar Wind Bandit at $37,250.
Quick Verdict
Lighter
Northstar 600SS
1,258 lbs dry
More Affordable
Northstar 600SS
Starting at $27,175
More Water
Northstar Wind Bandit
27 gal fresh