Northstar 650SC vs Northstar OffRoada
Both the Northstar 650SC and Northstar OffRoada are pop-up (hard-side) truck campers, both made by Northstar Campers. The Northstar 650SC comes in 235 lbs lighter than the Northstar OffRoada. with the Northstar 650SC starting $8,905 lower.
![]() Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | ![]() Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | $29,995★ | $38,900 |
| Loaded MSRP | — | — |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 1,650 lbs★ | 1,885 lbs |
| Wet Weight | — | — |
| Min Payload Needed | — | — |
| Min Truck Class | Half-Ton | Half-Ton |
| Fits Short Bed | Yes | Yes |
| Tailgate | — | — |
| Sleeping | ||
| Sleeps | 2 | 2 |
| 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 | Cassette Only |
| Shower | Indoor | Indoor |
| Toilet | Cassette | Cassette |
| Water System | ||
| Fresh Water | 30 gal | 36 gal★ |
| Gray Water | 13 gal | 13 gal |
| Hot Water | Tankless | 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 | 77" | 77" |
| Overall Length | 156" | 173" |
| Overall Width | 84" | 84" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | — | — |
| People Needed | — | — |
| Jack Type | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Northstar 650SC or Northstar OffRoada?
The Northstar 650SC is lighter at 1,650 lbs dry weight, which is 235 lbs less than the Northstar OffRoada.
Which costs less, the Northstar 650SC or Northstar OffRoada?
The Northstar 650SC starts at $29,995, which is $8,905 less than the Northstar OffRoada at $38,900.
Quick Verdict
Lighter
Northstar 650SC
1,650 lbs dry
More Affordable
Northstar 650SC
Starting at $29,995
More Water
Northstar OffRoada
36 gal fresh

