Are you wanting to buy your first RV, but not sure about spending a ton of money on a wood RV? Well, here's your answer, this inexpensive, almost brand-new, all-metal camper is exactly what you need to get started without breaking the bank.

2024 MDC Explorer Forward Fold Off-Road Hardfloor Camper

This isn't your typical wood-frame pop-up that soaks up moisture, warps, and falls apart after a couple seasons. The Explorer is built on a hot-dipped galvanized steel chassis with a Zincanneal body, checkerplate aluminum top, and stainless steel trim over the wheel arches so you get real durability and weather resistance without the rot, mold, or constant upkeep that comes with wood-frame campers.

Why this camper is perfect for first-time RV owners or overlanders:

- Brand new 200ah LiFePO4 battery.
- All-metal, galvanized steel construction no wood to rot, warp, or attract pests
- Off-road capable independent trailing arm suspension with dual shocks and coil springs
- Forward-fold hardfloor design quick, easy setup and takedown
- Sleeps 5 with a queen-size bed and convertible dinette/lounge
- Slide-out stainless steel kitchen with gas cooktop and sink
- Dedicated slide storage for fridge and poles
- Full canvas annex with tropical roof and midge-proof screens for extra living space
- 12" electric drum brakes and mud-terrain tires built for real adventure, not just pavement

A fraction of the cost of a comparable hard-side travel trailer

Specs:

Overall length: 17 ft | Height: 10.5 ft
Closed size: 17' x 7' x 4'6" | Open size: 17' x 7' x 9'2"
Curb weight: 2,954 lbs | GVWR: 4,409 lbs
Wheels: 3 x 15" steel wheels, 235/75/15 mud-terrain tires
Propane: holds 1 x 20 lb bottle

Perfect for:
Overlanders, weekend getaways, first-time campers, small families, or anyone who wants the RV lifestyle, with off-road ability, without a huge financial commitment or a steep learning curve on maintenance.

Original owner. I love this thing!! It's hard to list for sell, but in less than a year we've spent 18 nights with her on the Pismo Dunes, Eastern Sierras, and Western Sierras. We have fallen in love with camping so much that we are upgrading to a class A. No need for a roof top tent, an overlanding MDC FF Explorer, and a class A. This camper is truly the perfect starter recreational vehicle.