Northstar Laredo SC vs Northstar TC650
Both the Northstar Laredo SC and Northstar TC650 are pop-up (hard-side) truck campers, both made by Northstar Campers. The Northstar TC650 comes in 685 lbs lighter than the Northstar Laredo SC. with the Northstar TC650 starting $8,775 lower.
Northstar Laredo SC Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | Northstar TC650 Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | $37,250 | $28,475★ |
| Loaded MSRP | — | — |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 2,090 lbs | 1,405 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 | None |
| Shower | Indoor | None |
| Toilet | Cassette | None |
| Water System | ||
| Fresh Water | 41 gal★ | 30 gal |
| Gray Water | 13 gal★ | 7.5 gal |
| Hot Water | Tankless | None |
| 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" | 79" |
| Overall Length | 191" | 156" |
| Overall Width | 84" | 84" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | — | — |
| People Needed | — | — |
| Jack Type | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Northstar Laredo SC or Northstar TC650?
The Northstar TC650 is lighter at 1,405 lbs dry weight, which is 685 lbs less than the Northstar Laredo SC.
Which costs less, the Northstar Laredo SC or Northstar TC650?
The Northstar TC650 starts at $28,475, which is $8,775 less than the Northstar Laredo SC at $37,250.
Quick Verdict
Lighter
Northstar TC650
1,405 lbs dry
More Affordable
Northstar TC650
Starting at $28,475
More Water
Northstar Laredo SC
41 gal fresh