Weight Limit On Roof Of Rv

When parked the additional weight of humans and gear in a rooftop tent can be much higher.

Weight limit on roof of rv.

Tips for walking on an rv roof. So we know that being able to walk on an rv roof depends upon the kind of structural support the roof offers but what separates a strong roof from a weak one. There are many comments in rv forums that in general an rv roof is able to support 250 lbs. Is there a weight limit for the roof.

Every one i ve walked on flexed quite a bit but figure you re on 1 2 plywood at the most on a top of the line unit or 3 8 or less on the entry level each having rafters on 16 centers. I have looked at the manuals and specs of several rvs and found no information about the amount of weight an rv roof will support. But on an average the rv roof should be able to handle one persons weight easily. I would like to do it myself but will have one of my little friends get up there if there will be a chance i will cause damage.

I am not the smallest guy at 293lbs and the last thing i want is to fall through the roof. A normal human average weight of around 250 lbs to 280 lbs should be the limit for the roof. He s a good 200 pounds plus i m over 300 and there was nothing to suggest any problem except for the one we were fixing and since he services electric motors. Obviously the answer to this question depends on the condition of the rv roof at that time.

On an average rv slide out can handle a weight between 600 lbs to 1400 lbs. I ve never seen a weight limit on any roof of any brand of rv. The 165 pound weight limit is very common and applies to a moving load. Another way to find out an answer is to ask the dealer or the manufacturer.

The weight capacity usually also varies on where the slide is located rear or front. I will call the dealer and ask too but figured i would ask here first. Refer to rooftop tent and rack. You ll discover why.

Most just list walk on roof which i suppose you could take with a grain of salt. Dave solberg discusses some of the differences from the framework to the placement of components such as roof vents and ac units. But it is very hard to find any solid information on rv roof weight limits.