Ultra-Lite RVs & Travel Trailers Under 3,500 lbs in Ottawa (Vars)

Ready to upgrade from a tent but don't want to buy a pickup truck? At 417 RV in Vars, our selection of RVs Under 3,500 lbs for Sale is designed specifically for everyday vehicles. Weighing in at less than 3,500 pounds, these ultra-lite, single-axle campers are perfectly rated to be towed by common minivans, small SUVs, and crossovers. It is the easiest, most affordable way to start your RV adventure without changing your daily driver!

As Eastern Ontario's premier dealership, we carry the industry's most innovative compact floorplans. Whether you are looking for a nimble, easy-to-tow Keystone Hideout, a highly efficient Coleman, or a compact Keystone Passport for quick weekend escapes, we have the perfect starter camper waiting on our lot. Browse our inventory of new and fully inspected pre-owned ultra-lite Travel Trailers below and get ready to hit the campground.

Why Choose a Camper Under 3,500 lbs?

Shopping in the sub-3,500 lb category completely removes the stress and intimidation of towing. Here is why new and veteran campers across the Ottawa Valley love these ultra-lite units:

Tow With Your Crossover or Minivan

The 3,500 lb towing capacity is standard across dozens of popular family vehicles, including the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ford Escape. By choosing a camper in this weight class, you completely eliminate the need to purchase, insure, and fuel an expensive heavy-duty tow vehicle.

Unmatched Fuel Efficiency & Maneuverability

Because these Travel Trailers are incredibly light and sit lower to the ground, they cause significantly less wind drag on the highway. This means you won't be burning through your travel budget at the gas pump. Plus, their compact footprint makes them a breeze to maneuver. You can easily navigate tight gas stations, back into small, heavily wooded provincial park campsites in Ontario, and even store the camper right in your own driveway!

Smart, Space-Saving Designs

To keep the weight under 3,500 lbs, manufacturers utilize incredibly smart designs. You won't find heavy slide-out motors here. Instead, you'll frequently find brilliant No Slide layouts, compact Murphy Beds that act as a sofa by day and a real mattress by night, and space-efficient wet baths that give you exactly what you need without the excess weight.

Safe Towing & Easy Financing at 417 RV

Expert Towing Verification Towing your first RV can feel intimidating, but we are here to make it completely stress-free. When you shop at 417 RV, our towing experts in Vars will carefully look up your exact vehicle's payload and towing capacity. We will verify the loaded weight of your chosen ultra-lite camper to ensure you are 100% safe, legal, and confident before you ever pull off the lot.

Trade Up From the Tent Are you tired of sleeping on the ground and waking up with a sore back? It's time to elevate your camping experience! We accept a wide variety of trades. Use our Value Your Trade tool to apply the equity from your older pop-up, tent trailer, or heavier camper directly toward a brand-new, ultra-lite model.

The Most Affordable Path to RVing Because they require fewer materials to build, sub-3,500 lb campers are the most budget-friendly traditional RVs on the market. Our finance team works with major Canadian lenders to secure highly competitive rates and terms, keeping your bi-weekly payments incredibly manageable. Use our What Can I Afford? guide, or skip the wait and fill out our secure online Pre-Approval application today. We proudly offer customized Flexible Financing and Bad Credit RV Financing programs to get your family off the ground and into a real bed.