Northstar Laredo SC vs Northstar Wind Bandit
Both the Northstar Laredo SC and Northstar Wind Bandit are pop-up (hard-side) truck campers, both made by Northstar Campers. They weigh within 40 lbs of each other.
Northstar Laredo SC Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | Northstar Wind Bandit Northstar Campers Pop-Up (Hard-Side) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | $37,250 | $37,250 |
| Loaded MSRP | — | — |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 2,090 lbs | 2,050 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 | 41 gal★ | 27 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 | 191" | 194" |
| Overall Width | 84" | 84" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | — | — |
| People Needed | — | — |
| Jack Type | — | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Northstar Laredo SC or Northstar Wind Bandit?
The Northstar Wind Bandit is lighter at 2,050 lbs dry weight, which is 40 lbs less than the Northstar Laredo SC.
Which costs less, the Northstar Laredo SC or Northstar Wind Bandit?
The Northstar Wind Bandit starts at $37,250, which is $0 less than the Northstar Laredo SC at $37,250.
Quick Verdict
Lighter
Northstar Wind Bandit
2,050 lbs dry
More Water
Northstar Laredo SC
41 gal fresh