Northstar 650SC vs Northstar 850SC

Both the Northstar 650SC and Northstar 850SC are pop-up (hard-side) truck campers, both made by Northstar Campers. The Northstar 650SC comes in 135 lbs lighter than the Northstar 850SC. with the Northstar 650SC starting $1,180 lower.

Northstar 650SC
Northstar 650SC

Northstar Campers

Pop-Up (Hard-Side)
Northstar 850SC
Northstar 850SC

Northstar Campers

Pop-Up (Hard-Side)
Pricing
Base MSRP$29,995$31,175
Loaded MSRP
Weight & Truck Fit
Dry Weight1,650 lbs1,785 lbs
Wet Weight
Min Payload Needed
Min Truck ClassHalf-TonHalf-Ton
Fits Short BedYesYes
Tailgate
Sleeping
Sleeps23
Bed TypeQueenQueen
OrientationEast-WestEast-West
Kitchen
KitchenYesYes
Cooktop Burners22
Fridge12V Compressor12V Compressor
OvenNoNo
MicrowaveNoNo
Bathroom
BathroomCassette OnlyCassette Only
ShowerIndoorIndoor
ToiletCassetteCassette
Water System
Fresh Water30 gal30 gal
Gray Water13 gal13 gal
Hot WaterTanklessTankless
Electrical
Solar200W200W
Battery Type
Battery Capacity
Inverter
Shore Power
Climate & Insulation
FurnaceYesYes
Furnace BTU
A/CNoNo
A/C BTU
Season Rating
R-Value
Construction
ShellCompositeComposite
FrameAluminumAluminum
Dimensions
Interior Height77"80"
Overall Length156"180"
Overall Width84"84"
Setup & Usability
Setup Time
People Needed
Jack Type

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is lighter, the Northstar 650SC or Northstar 850SC?

The Northstar 650SC is lighter at 1,650 lbs dry weight, which is 135 lbs less than the Northstar 850SC.

Which costs less, the Northstar 650SC or Northstar 850SC?

The Northstar 650SC starts at $29,995, which is $1,180 less than the Northstar 850SC at $31,175.

Which sleeps more people, the Northstar 650SC or Northstar 850SC?

The Northstar 850SC sleeps 3 people compared to 2 for the Northstar 650SC.

Quick Verdict

Lighter

Northstar 650SC

1,650 lbs dry

More Affordable

Northstar 650SC

Starting at $29,995

Sleeps More

Northstar 850SC

3 people