Northstar 850SC vs Northstar Laredo SC
Both the Northstar 850SC and Northstar Laredo SC are pop-up (hard-side) truck campers, both made by Northstar Campers. The Northstar 850SC comes in 305 lbs lighter than the Northstar Laredo SC. with the Northstar 850SC starting $6,075 lower.
Northstar 850SC Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | Northstar Laredo SC Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | $31,175★ | $37,250 |
| Loaded MSRP | — | — |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 1,785 lbs★ | 2,090 lbs |
| Wet Weight | — | — |
| Min Payload Needed | — | — |
| Min Truck Class | Half-Ton | Half-Ton |
| Fits Short Bed | Yes | Yes |
| Tailgate | — | — |
| Sleeping | ||
| Sleeps | 3 | 3 |
| 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 | 41 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 | 80" | 77" |
| Overall Length | 180" | 191" |
| Overall Width | 84" | 84" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | — | — |
| People Needed | — | — |
| Jack Type | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Northstar 850SC or Northstar Laredo SC?
The Northstar 850SC is lighter at 1,785 lbs dry weight, which is 305 lbs less than the Northstar Laredo SC.
Which costs less, the Northstar 850SC or Northstar Laredo SC?
The Northstar 850SC starts at $31,175, which is $6,075 less than the Northstar Laredo SC at $37,250.
Quick Verdict
Lighter
Northstar 850SC
1,785 lbs dry
More Affordable
Northstar 850SC
Starting at $31,175
More Water
Northstar Laredo SC
41 gal fresh