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Northstar, 8.5 Arrow

Despite the modest base weight of 1900 pounds, Northstar Camper’s side dinette version of its 8.5 Arrow camper (also currently available as a rear dinette version) yields some impressive dimensions. How does an interior height of 6 feet, 8 inches and nearly 9 feet of floor space grab ya? Moreover, the bedding is honestly queen-size (60x80 inches), with buyers getting the option of adding a fold-out bunk. Standards inside include a three-burner stove, three-way refrigerator, double 20-pound LPG tanks, window valances, magazine rack and bathroom skylight.

Northstar would also like people to notice two often overlooked aspects of its campers. One is the availability of insulated windows, offered on Northstar campers for nearly 20 years. The European design comes equipped with a built-in shade and screen, with engineers utilizing a plastic frame with an argon-gas filled pane to provide the maximum in insulation with no obscured views. The company’s insulated HEKI vent remedies the problem of the cold-air infusion often coming from the cabover escape hatch. The technology is similar to the insulated windows, with gas-filled panes drowning out the noise while keeping temperatures stable onboard.

8.5 ARROW SPECIFICATIONS

Base Dry Weight (pounds) 1,820
Floor Length     8′ 9″
Overall Length     15′ 5″
Exterior Width     7′ 6″
Interior Height     6′ 8″

Approximate Center of Gravity
(measured from front of truck bed toward rear) 32″
Cabover Bed Size 60″ x 80″
Dinette Bed Size 38″ x 72″
Fresh Water Tank (gallons) 30
Black Holding Tank (gallons) 9

8.5 ARROW STANDARD EQUIPMENT

Dometic 5′ 3-Way Refrigerator
16,000 BTU Auto Ignition Furnace
4-Corner Mechanical Jacks
3 Burner Enameled Stove w/
High Output Burner
Single Sink w/ Demand Pump
Sink Cover
30 Gallon Fresh Water Tank
Fresh Water Toilet w/ Black Tank
Flair-It Water Fittings
City Water Inlet
Marine Grade Ultra Light Plywood
Block Foam Insulation
LPG, Carbon Monoxide, Smoke Detectors
2 – 20 lb LPG Tanks w/ Gauges &
Switchover
.024 Aluminum Siding
30 Amp Power Cord w/ Adaptor
45 Amp Converter w/ Charger
7-Way Plug w/ Holder
Pop-Out Front Window
Radius Tinted Windows w/ Crankout Jals
Rubber Roof, Walk-On w/ Ladder
Innerspring Mattress
Front Rubber Bumpers
Interior & Exterior 110v Outlets
Screened Entrance Door w/ Deadbolt
Fire Extinguisher
Exit Vent in Cabover
Porch Light & Assist Handle
Exterior Patio Lights (one each side)
Galvanized Battery Box
Fantastic Fan w/ Thermostat
12v Utility Receptacle
Oak Interior Finish, Magazine Rack
Privacy Curtain in Cabover
Pre-Wired for Roof Air Conditioner
Pre-Wired for Solar Panel
Insulated Skylight in Bath
Overhead Cabinets in Cabover
2 Interior Fluorescent Lights
Water Lines Run Inside Campers
Swing-Away Table Support System