Palomino SS-1240 vs Palomino SS-550
The Palomino SS-1240 is a hard-side (no slide) camper while the Palomino SS-550 is a pop-up (soft-side), both made by Palomino (Forest River). The Palomino SS-550 comes in 1,350 lbs lighter than the Palomino SS-1240. with the Palomino SS-550 starting $14,000 lower. The Palomino SS-1240 requires a 3/4-ton truck minimum while the Palomino SS-550 needs a half-ton.
 Palomino (Forest River) Hard-Side (No Slide) |  Palomino (Forest River) Pop-Up (Soft-Side) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP | $32,000 | $18,000★ |
| Loaded MSRP | $42,000 | $22,000★ |
| Weight & Truck Fit | ||
| Dry Weight | 2,500 lbs | 1,150 lbs★ |
| Wet Weight | 3,150 lbs | 1,380 lbs★ |
| Min Payload Needed | 3,500 lbs | 1,500 lbs★ |
| Min Truck Class | 3/4-Ton | Half-Ton |
| Fits Short Bed | No | Yes |
| Tailgate | Remove Tailgate | Remove Tailgate |
| Sleeping | ||
| Sleeps | 4★ | 2 |
| Bed Type | Cabover Queen | Cabover Queen |
| Orientation | North-South | East-West |
| Kitchen | ||
| Kitchen | Yes | Yes |
| Cooktop Burners | 3★ | 2 |
| Fridge | 3-Way Absorption | 3-Way Absorption |
| Oven | No | No |
| Microwave | No | No |
| Bathroom | ||
| Bathroom | Wet Bath | None |
| Shower | Indoor | None |
| Toilet | Cassette | None |
| Water System | ||
| Fresh Water | 22 gal★ | 6 gal |
| Gray Water | 14 gal★ | 3 gal |
| Hot Water | 6 Gallon Tank | — |
| Electrical | ||
| Solar | 100W★ | 0W |
| Battery Type | AGM | AGM |
| Battery Capacity | 100Ah | 100Ah |
| Inverter | 1000W | — |
| Shore Power | 30A | — |
| Climate & Insulation | ||
| Furnace | Yes | Yes |
| Furnace BTU | 16,000 BTU★ | 10,000 BTU |
| A/C | Yes | No |
| A/C BTU | 9,200 BTU | — |
| Season Rating | 3-Season | 3-Season |
| R-Value | R-6 | — |
| Construction | ||
| Shell | Fiberglass | Aluminum |
| Frame | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | ||
| Interior Height | 78" | 74" |
| Overall Length | 150" | 76" |
| Overall Width | 96" | 78" |
| Setup & Usability | ||
| Setup Time | — | 3 min |
| People Needed | 1 | 1 |
| Jack Type | Electric | Manual |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is lighter, the Palomino SS-1240 or Palomino SS-550?
The Palomino SS-550 is lighter at 1,150 lbs dry weight, which is 1,350 lbs less than the Palomino SS-1240.
Which costs less, the Palomino SS-1240 or Palomino SS-550?
The Palomino SS-550 starts at $18,000, which is $14,000 less than the Palomino SS-1240 at $32,000.
What type of campers are the Palomino SS-1240 and Palomino SS-550?
The Palomino SS-1240 is a hard-side (no slide) camper while the Palomino SS-550 is a pop-up (soft-side) camper. These different styles offer different trade-offs in weight, features, and living space.
Which sleeps more people, the Palomino SS-1240 or Palomino SS-550?
The Palomino SS-1240 sleeps 4 people compared to 2 for the Palomino SS-550.
Quick Verdict
Lighter
Palomino SS-550
1,150 lbs dry
More Affordable
Palomino SS-550
Starting at $18,000
More Water
Palomino SS-1240
22 gal fresh
Sleeps More
Palomino SS-1240
4 people