Chaparral 218SE Floorplan

Hitch Weight
1,144 lb.
GVWR
8,500 lb.
UVW
7,365 lb.
CCC
1,135 lb.
Exterior Length
29' 1"
Exterior Height
11' 5"
Exterior Width
96"
Fresh Water
40 gal.
Gray Water
33 gal.
Black Water
33 gal.
Awning Size
20'

Specifications Definitions

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) – is the maximum permissible weight of the unit when fully loaded. It includes all weights, inclusive of all fluids, cargo, optional equipment and accessories. For safety and product performance do NOT exceed the GVWR.

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum permissible loaded weight of your motor home and any towed trailer or towed vehicle. Actual GCWR of this vehicle may be limited by the sum of the GVWR and the installed hitch receiver maximum capacity rating; see hitch rating label for detail.

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum permissible weight, including cargo, fluids, optional equipment and accessories that can be safely supported by a combination of all axles.

UVW (Unloaded Vehicle Weight)* – is the typical weight of the unit as manufactured at the factory. It includes all weight at the unit’s axle(s) and tongue or pin and LP Gas. The UVW does not include cargo, fresh potable water, additional optional equipment or dealer installed accessories.
*Estimated Average based on standard build optional equipment.

CCC (Cargo Carrying Capacity) ** – is the amount of weight available for fresh potable water, cargo, additional optional equipment and accessories. CCC is equal to GVWR minus UVW. Available CCC should accommodate fresh potable water (8.3 lbs per gallon). Before filling the fresh water tank, empty the black and gray tanks to provide for more cargo capacity.
**Estimated Average based on standard build optional equipment.

Each Forest River RV is weighed at the manufacturing facility prior to shipping. A label identifying the unloaded vehicle weight of the actual unit and the cargo carrying capacity is applied to every Forest River RV prior to leaving our facilities.

The load capacity of your unit is designated by weight, not by volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading your unit.

Actual towing capacity is dependent upon your particular loading and towing circumstances, which includes the GVWR, GAWR and GCWR as well as adequate trailer brakes. Please refer to the Operator's Manual of your vehicle for further towing information.

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

 

  • Chaparral Lite Exterior Features

    • Upgraded JBL® Marine Grade Exterior HD Speaker (Stereo Field of View)
    • 2" Accessory Receiver Hitch*
    • XL 37" Extended Entry Grab Bar
    • Upgraded 200W Roof-Mounted Solar Panel W/ Scalable Add-On Panel Capabilities
    • Upgraded Lithium-Ready Converter & 30AMP Charge Controller by Rich Solar®
    • Luminance Package: LED Strip Light in Pass-Through Storage Compartment
    • 80% Privacy Tint Safety Glass Windows
    • LionsHead™ 5,2,1 "No Excuse Guarantee" Radial Tire Warranty + Lifetime Rim
    • Luminance Package: Electric Awning W/ LED Light Strip & Pitch Adjustment
    • 6X™ Double Azdel® Aluminum Cage Sidewall System - Vacuum Bonded (R-15+)
    • Luminance Package: LED Entry Step Light
    • Equa-Flex® Suspension W/ 1/2" Thick Anodized Shackles, Bronze Bushings, & Greaseable Zerk® Fittings
    • MORryde® StepAbove® Main Entry (3-Step) *4-Step 368TBH
    • Luminance Package: LED Sewer Hose Hook-Up Lights
    • Electric Front Jacks & Electric Rear Stabilizer Jacks (Auto-Level Available)
    • Upgraded 2026 Exterior Graphics Package

  • Chaparral Lite Living Room Features

    • Thomas Payne® Memory Foam Trifold HAB Sofa* (Model Specific)
    • Upgraded Walnut Secret Hidden Hinge Storage (Select Models)*
    • Slow Rise Blackout Roller Night Shades
    • Upgraded HD Clear View™ LED Interior Lighting Throughout (Flush) + Motion Sensor Lights (Key Areas)*
    • Upgraded Walnut Table & Four Chairs* W/ Upgraded Residential Style Metal/Wood Design* (Model Specific)
    • Thomas Payne® Theatre Seating* (Model Specific)
    • Upgraded 50" 4K Smart LED TV in Living W/ Articulating Swing Arm Bracket (40" 218SE, 254RLS, & 368TBH)
    • Streamlined "Framed" Floor Register Cover Design (Non-Grated W/ 360 Degree Diffusion)
    • Matte Black Metal Handrail at Stairs
    • Upgraded Carbon & Walnut Ent. Center W/ JBL® Soundbar Including AM/FM & Bluetooth®

  • Chaparral Lite Kitchen Features

    • Upgraded HD Clear View™ LED Interior Lighting Throughout (Flush) + Motion Sensor Lights (Key Areas)*
    • Upgraded Stainless RV Microwave
    • Upgraded GE® Profile™ 21" Stainless Steel Oven W/ Residential Style Cooktop, HD Grates, & Piezo Ignition
    • Upgraded Matte Black Paper Towel & Cup Holders
    • Extra Deep Single Basin Sink (Stainless Steel)
    • Upgraded Aluminum Roll-Up Dish Drying Rack/Sink Cover (N/A 218SE)
    • Upgraded Dual Swing GE® 10 cu. ft. 12V Refrigerator
    • Modern High-Rise Kitchen Faucet
    • Large Transom Window At Cooktop Backsplash Location
    • Walnut Spice Rack W/ Matte Black Metal Dowels (Model Specific)

  • Chaparral Lite Bathroom Features

    • High-Rise Porcelain Toilet W/ Foot Flush
    • Upgraded Toiletry Bag Shelf*
    • Large Main Shower W/ Sliding Glass Doors* (N/A 218SE)
    • Power Ceiling Vent Fan (12V)
    • Upgraded Matte Black Main Shower Frame, Sprayer, & Lav Hardware
    • Large Linen Closet*
    • Upgraded Walnut Countertop W/ Vernon Mist Accent Wall*
    • Upgraded Board & Batten Wall W/ Matte Black Towel Hooks*
    • LED Motion Sensor Light

  • Chaparral Lite Bedroom Features

    • Slow Rise Blackout Roller Night Shades
    • Upgraded Board & Batten Headboard
    • 110V Outlets At Bed*
    • Upgraded Walnut Bedside Nightstands/Wrap Around Ledge W/ Cup Holders* (Model Specific)
    • Ducted A/C Vents W/ Rotator/Closing Louvers
    • Full Residential Size 60” x 80” Mattress & Bedspread* (Otherwise RV Queen)
    • USB-A + USB-C Charging Ports*

  • Chaparral Lite Construction Features

    • <strong>WEATHER SHIELD + 0° Cold Tested & 110° Hot Tested (Extreme Temperature Chamber)</strong>
    • 6X™ Double Azdel® Aluminum Cage Sidewall System - Vacuum Bonded (R-15+)
    • Thick Slam Latch Pass-Through Storage Compartment Doors W/ Latch Lock Catches
    • Tri-Tex™ Powder Coated Frame Technology (Up To 5X More Weather Resistance!)
    • Sectionalized Underbelly & Heated Gate Valves W/ Radiant Pro™ + Circulating Furnace Forced Heat
    • 5" Truss Rafters (16" OC & X2 at A/C) W/ Full Walk on 3/8" Roof Decking
    • Radiant Pro™ Weather Barrier System (Roof, Cap, Underbelly, Slides, & Pass-Through)
    • High BTU Output Fully Ducted Furnace

  • Chaparral Lite Utilities/Mechanical Features

    • Prepped for Available Winegard® Gateway Model: GW-1000 (Adds 4G LTE & Wi-Fi Capabilities)
    • Upgraded 200W Roof-Mounted Solar Panel W/ Scalable Add-On Panel Capabilities
    • High BTU Output Fully Ducted Furnace (Radiant Pro™ Insulated Underbelly + Ducted Heat)
    • 12V Battery Disconnect Switch
    • 50-amp Service W/ Detachable Marine Cord W/ LED Indicator
    • Marine-Grade Battery & Storage Box
    • Coax Cable Feeds (Living, Bedroom, & Bunk Room)
    • LP Quick Connect Port
    • Upgraded Lithium-Ready Converter & 30AMP Charge Controller by Rich Solar®
    • Upgraded Furrion® 60K BTU On-Demand Water Heater
    • Third Ducted A/C Prep (368TBH Only)
    • Upgraded GE® 13,500 BTU Dual-Ducted Main Air Conditioner + Prep For Opt. 2nd A/C (3rd A/C Prep 368TBH)
    • Winegard® Air 360+™ HDTV/Radio Dome Antenna
    • Hot/Cold Outside Shower
    • Upgraded Heat Pump in All Factory Installed GE® A/Cs

  • Chaparral Lite Roadside Assistance

    • 24/7 Roadside Assistance by Forest River Care™

  • Chaparral Lite Interior Options

    • Carbon Décor
    • Linen Décor

  • Chaparral Lite Exterior Options

    • Upgraded 4-Point Electric Auto-Leveling W/ Digital Bluetooth® Keypad (Sealed W/ Line-of-Sight to Hitch)
    • 2nd GE® 13,500 BTU A/C W/ Heat Pump (Ducted)

  • Chaparral Lite Interior Convenience Package

    • Upgraded GE® 13,500 BTU Dual-Ducted Main Air Conditioner + Prep For Opt. 2nd A/C (3rd A/C Prep 368TBH)
    • Upgraded Carbon & Walnut Ent. Center W/ JBL® Soundbar Including AM/FM & Bluetooth®
    • Upgraded 50" 4K Smart LED TV in Living W/ Articulating Swing Arm Bracket (40" 235RK)
    • Slow Rise Blackout Roller Night Shades
    • Secret Hidden Hinge Storage (Select Models)*
    • Upgraded Heat Pump in All Factory Installed GE® A/Cs
    • Full Residential Size 60” x 80” Mattress & Bedspread* (Otherwise RV Queen)
    • High BTU Output, Modern Electric Fireplace* (N/A 218SE, 254RLS, 29RK, 31BH, & 368TBH)
    • <strong>GETAWAY +™</strong>
    • Upgraded Dual Swing GE® 10 cu. ft. 12V Refrigerator

  • Chaparral Lite Exterior Convenience Packages

    • <strong>WEATHER SHIELD +™ 0° Cold Tested & 110° Hot Tested (Extreme Temperature Chamber)</strong>
    • 6X™ Double Azdel® Aluminum Cage Sidewall System - Vacuum Bonded (R-15+)
    • Radiant Pro™ Weather Barrier System (Roof, Cap, Underbelly, Slides, & Pass-Through)
    • Prepped for Available Winegard® Gateway Model: GW-1000 (Adds 4G LTE & Wi-Fi Capabilities)
    • Protective Rear Bumper W/ 2" Accessory Receiver Hitch (N/A 318RLL)
    • Tri-Tex™ Powder Coated Frame Technology (Up To 5X More Weather Resistance!)
    • 80% Privacy Tint Safety Glass Windows
    • Equa-Flex® Suspension W/ 1/2" Thick Anodized Shackles, Bronze Bushings, & Greaseable Zerk® Fittings
    • <strong>ROAD GUARDIAN +™</strong>
    • Marine-Grade Battery & Storage Box
    • LionsHead™ 5,2,1 "No Excuse Guarantee" Radial Tire Warranty + Lifetime Rim
    • LED Strip Light in Pass-Through Storage Compartment
    • <strong>SOLAR SOURCE +™</strong>
    • Dual Amber LED Strip Lights at 5th Wheel Front Radius/Hook-up Location
    • LP Quick Connect Port
    • <strong>LUMINANCE PACKAGE™ </strong>
    • Upgraded Lithium-Ready Converter & 30AMP Charge Controller by Rich Solar®
    • Upgraded 200W Roof-Mounted Solar Panel W/ Scalable Add-On Panel Capabilities
    • Winegard® Air 360+™ HDTV/Radio Dome Antenna
    • LED Entry Step Light
    • Electric Awning W/ LED Light Strip & Pitch Adjustment
    • Sectionalized Underbelly & Heated Gate Valves W/ Radiant Pro™ + Circulating Furnace Forced Heat
    • LED Dump Valve Hook-Up Lights
    • Thick Slam Latch Pass-Through Storage Compartment Doors W/ Latch Lock Catches
    • High BTU Output Fully Ducted Furnace