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Gulf Stream Conquest 6251 Review: A Midsize Class C Built for More Than One Kind of Trip

What is the best midsize Class C motorhome for buyers who want flexibility?

The answer is Gulf Stream Coach’s new Conquest 6251.

This 26-foot, 9-inch Class C motorhome is designed to work well for couples, families, road trips, weekends, and longer stays. It combines a manageable midsize footprint with a full wall slide, a walkaround queen bed, a large rear bathroom, plentiful storage, and a well-equipped galley.

In other words, it is not built for just one kind of camper. It is built to be useful in a lot of different ways.

What Is the Gulf Stream Conquest 6251?

The Conquest 6251 is a single-slide Class C motorhome built by Gulf Stream Coach.

It measures 26 feet, 9 inches long, making it a mid-length Class C that is easier to manage than larger motorhomes while still offering a surprisingly livable interior.

The floorplan includes a full wall slide on the driver’s side, which houses both the living area and the walkaround queen bed. That slide is a major part of what gives the 6251 its open, usable feel.

Who Is Gulf Stream Coach?

Gulf Stream Coach is America’s largest independent, family-owned and operated RV manufacturer.

The company has also earned the RVDA DSI Quality Circle Award multiple times, an industry recognition based on dealer feedback. For RV buyers, that matters because it points to a long-standing company with experience, dealer support, and a reputation built over many years.

Is the Conquest 6251 Good for Couples?

Yes. In fact, one of the strongest versions of this coach is the couples configuration with optional theater seating.

That setup gives you:
A comfortable living area
A walkaround queen bed
A large rear bathroom
A spacious galley
A 40-inch LED TV
Plenty of storage throughout the coach

For couples who want a Class C that feels comfortable without moving into a much larger motorhome, the 6251 is a strong fit.

Is the Conquest 6251 Good for Families?

Yes, especially with the booth dinette option.

With the standard booth dinette, the coach can include six seat belts. The overhead bunk can support smaller kids, and the dinette can provide another sleeping area.

That gives the 6251 real family flexibility while still keeping the coach under 27 feet long.

What Makes the Conquest 6251 Floorplan Different?

The biggest difference is the full wall slide.

On the driver’s side, the slide includes both the living area and the walkaround queen bed. That helps open the center of the coach and creates a layout that feels much more spacious than many midsize Class C motorhomes.

Buyers can choose theater seating for a more couple-focused layout or a booth dinette for more family functionality.

What Is the Kitchen Like in the Conquest 6251?

The galley is one of the highlights of the 6251.

It includes numerous cabinets and drawers, soft-close storage, a solid surface countertop, a deep square stainless sink, and a flip-up countertop for extra prep space.

Appliances include:
A three-burner LP cooktop
A 17-inch oven
A convection microwave with air fryer
A 10.7 cubic foot 12-volt refrigerator

There is also a large window in the galley area, so the person cooking or preparing food can still enjoy the campsite view.

What Is the Bathroom Like in the Conquest 6251?

The rear bathroom is one of the biggest reasons the 6251 stands out.

Gulf Stream describes it as an L-shaped bath, and it includes a 36-inch by 30-inch shower with a three-panel glass shower door.

The bathroom also includes a wide vanity, medicine cabinet, drawer storage, hanging storage, and enough space to get dressed with privacy.

For a Class C under 27 feet, that is a major selling point.

What Kind of Storage Does the Conquest 6251 Have?

Storage is a recurring theme in this coach.

The transcript highlights:
Six overhead storage doors above the driver and passenger area
Storage above the bed
Large compartments opposite the bed
Bathroom storage
Galley cabinets and drawers
Pantry or clothing storage across from the kitchen

That makes the 6251 more practical for longer trips, not just short weekend use.

What Chassis Is the Conquest 6251 Built On?

The Conquest 6251 is built on a Ford E-450 chassis.

Gulf Stream also uses its Cradle of Strength foundation and vacuum-bonded laminated construction technology in the motorhome.

What Are the Conquest 6251 Specifications?

Here are the key specs from the video:

Length: 26 feet, 9 inches
Width: 100 inches
Height: 11 feet, 3 inches
GVWR: 14,500 pounds
GCWR: 22,000 pounds
Actual weight: 12,100 pounds
Net carrying capacity: 2,400 pounds
Wheelbase: 185 inches
Hitch: 7,500 pounds with seven-way receiver
Fresh water tank: 34 gallons
Gray water tank: 38 gallons
Black water tank: 38 gallons
Awning: 14 feet
Seat belts: six with standard booth dinette, four with optional theater seats
LP tank: 42 pounds

Is the Gulf Stream Conquest 6251 Worth a Look?

If you are shopping for a midsize Class C motorhome, the Conquest 6251 is worth a serious look because it does a lot in a manageable size.

It gives couples a comfortable, open layout with theater seating available. It gives families the option for more seat belts and sleeping space with the booth dinette. It also delivers a large rear bathroom, a strong kitchen setup, generous storage, and a full wall slide.

For buyers who want one motorhome that can handle different kinds of trips, the Conquest 6251 makes a strong case.

Full Video Transcript

What is the best midsize, multi-use Class C motorhome available today?

Well, it’s the Conquest 6251, a 26-foot single-slide Class C built by Gulf Stream Coach, America’s largest independent, family-owned and operated RV manufacturer and multi-year recipient of RVDA’s coveted DSI Quality Circle Award.

The Conquest 6251 floorplan is an outstanding multipurpose, multi-use motorhome. It’s great for families and it’s great for couples.

The 6251 Conquest is a 26-foot, 9-inch, mid-length Class C motorhome. It features a full wall slide on the driver’s side that encompasses a spacious living area, as well as a walkaround queen bed.

In the back is an L-shaped bathroom that’s very open and offers a lot of space.

Besides that, the coach has plentiful storage. It has an incredible galley that has numerous cabinets and drawers to support your living day to day.

It also has an outdoor entertainment system. It’s built on a Ford E-450 chassis. We utilize our Cradle of Strength foundation in terms of building the platform for the motorhome itself. And we also employ our vacuum-bonded laminated technology.

As you come into the coach, over the driver and passenger area is our work area and bunk area. It is unique. We actually put storage up there. We have six doors located up here that have enough space for multiple people’s goods when they’re out camping.

Also, on the passenger side is your 40-inch LED TV that’s mounted to the wall and also swivels, so you can get some different types of angles.

Again, like I mentioned before, we have strip lighting. Off, on, plus you can dim it. Very nice feature.

Above us is some storage, as well as your utility center that you would manage inside.

Below us, when you come in, is our optional auto-level control pad. This unit is optionally equipped with a one-touch auto-level system.

So what makes this 6251 really special is how we’ve designed the floorplan itself.

On this driver’s side, you do have a full wall slide that has the walkaround queen bed, as well as a living area, which we show here with theater seats. You can also option in a booth dinette.

So again, it’s very multi-purpose, very functional.

This setup would be outstanding for a couple. You put a booth dinette in here with the four seat belts, it’s great for a family.

The sleeping above also can support at least two smaller kids. A booth dinette down here could also support another person. So technically, this coach could sleep five people comfortably with the booth dinette.

In this configuration, it has two seat belts here and two seat belts up front, so a total of four seat belts. This will be more of the couples version.

As we pan over to the galley itself, we’ve done a great job in expanding the galley for a large window in back. So whoever is in the galley area can be looking out at the camp side of the coach, enjoying a view of the family.

Here, you’re looking at numerous doors and drawers that are going to be large, spacious, and deep. They are soft-close drawers.

More storage down below. That’s very open and quite large.

Also, we are utilizing a solid surface countertop on this particular feature. It also has a square stainless sink. It’s a deep stainless sink for all sorts of uses.

We also utilize a flip-up countertop to give you extended space in terms of work area.

This unit is designed with a three-burner LP cooktop, along with the 17-inch oven. On top, we’re going to have a convection microwave with air fryer.

Also on the appliance side, you get a 10.7-cubic-foot, 12-volt refrigerator. Very large and very spacious. More importantly, it keeps your ice cream cold. It’s more like ice cream and less like soup when you get to it.

Opposing the galley is some additional storage, and in these two doors you’re going to have either a pantry or you can use it for clothes and whatnot.

Behind us is an RV queen. It’s very comfortable. When the slide room comes in, it just flips up. Very easy to maneuver. Very simple to do, but again, very comfortable mattress.

Above the bed, we have storage, as well as a nightstand on the left side of the unit.

We have our lighting. Underneath are touch LEDs. I didn’t mention the lighting throughout the coach. They are LED strip lights that are dimmable.

So you can drop the lights down if you like, but it gives it a very nice, bright feel inside.

Also opposing the bed, you have some additional storage in these two large compartments. You have hanging storage here. Here you have your ladder that would access your bunk. And below would be more for your towels and that type of stuff, storage of pantry items.

Behind us is really what makes this coach so unique and so livable, and that is the extra-large bathroom.

We call this an L-shaped bath, but the shower itself here, as you walk in and go to the right, is a 36-inch by 30-inch shower. It’s extremely spacious. It’s large. Even a gentleman my size, I’ve got a lot of elbow room. I can move around. It’s not like I’m in a little cavity. So again, very nice to have.

Also, this has a three-panel glass shower door.

Very wide vanity. It has drawer storage below, as well as access to your plumbing and additional storage below.

Above us is a medicine cabinet. Quite large.

Further on in the bathroom, you do have more storage here. You have folding or hanging storage here. Quite large. And then below it, two large drawers. Again, both of them are soft-close.

You have enough space here to actually get dressed, which is a nice little feature because there’s a door there for privacy. And then tucked away in the corner here is your water closet, so it gives you some semblance of privacy.

We feel that the size, the use, and how this is designed really separates this from the majority of the RVs that are out there.

Now that you’ve seen the coach, let’s talk about specifications.

Specifications for the 6251 are as follows. The length is 26 feet, 9 inches. The width is 100 inches. The height is 11 feet, 3 inches. The gross vehicle weight rating is 14,500 pounds. The gross combined vehicle weight rating is 22,000 pounds.

The actual weight is 12,100 pounds. The net carrying capacity is 2,400 pounds. Wheelbase is 185 inches. The hitch is 7,500 pounds with a seven-way receiver.

The fresh water tank is 34 gallons. The gray water tank is 38, followed by the black at 38. Also, the awning is 14 feet long.

The number of seat belts is six with the standard booth dinette and four with the optional theater seats, and the LP tank is 42 pounds.

Gulf Stream Coach BT Cruiser

What is a Class B+ RV? | Class B+ vs. Class B Van vs. Class C Motorhome Explained

What is a Class B+ RV? A Class B+ motorhome, like the Gulf Stream Coach BT Cruiser, is designed primarily for couples. It serves as an undersized Class C, offering a slightly smaller, narrower footprint that is easier to maneuver while still providing more space than a standard camper van.

Gulf Stream Coach is the largest independently owned, family-operated RV manufacturer in the industry, having been in business for 43 years and building motorhomes for 39 years. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the BT Cruiser has pioneered innovation in the Class B+ market.

Key B+ Construction & Advantages:

  • Built on a strong foundation featuring a fiberglass cap, molded fiberglass side moldings, rear fiberglass cap, and a fiberglass roof.
  • Includes a full dry bath, unlike the wet baths typically found in standard Class B vans.
  • Upgraded capacities compared to a B van, including infinitely more towing capability, a larger engine, and larger tanks for fuel, fresh water, gray water, black water, LP, and the generator.
  • Features a modified overhead area designed for a 42-inch TV and entertainment, rather than the extended over-cab sleeping bunk found on a family-sized Class C.

Video Transcript

Introduction to Gulf Stream Coach Motorhomes

“Hi, my name is Matt Buckman. I’m the General Manager of Gulf Stream Coach’s Motorized Division, where we produce the Class B-Plus BT Cruiser, and behind me, the Class C Conquest.

Gulf Stream has been in business for 43 years, and we’ve been building motorhomes for 39. Gulf Stream is the largest independently owned, family-operated RV manufacturer in the industry. We are known throughout the industry as a quality manufacturer. We really focus on innovation, and one of our key marks is the value equation. Our products, regardless of what we build, really pack a punch when it comes to value.”

What is a Class B-Plus RV?

“As we travel the country attending shows and talk to thousands of people, a common question comes up: What is a B-Plus? It’s a great question. A B-Plus is what you’re looking at here on my right. This is a coach that is designed for couples. It’s a little smaller, a little narrower, and a little easier to maneuver compared to its original namesake, the Class C, which is behind us.

A Class C is designed for families. You have a cab-over sleeping area on a Class C, while on a B-Plus, that space is modified. So, they have two different functions and uses—uniquely different, but similar. The B-Plus is somewhat of an undersized Class C.

We’ve been building the BT Cruiser for 25 years. In fact, it’s our 25th anniversary, and it’s a product that has really pioneered innovation in the Class B-Plus market. What makes us unique is that we’ve held true to our original design. We have an incredibly strong foundation and outstanding construction. There are a lot of great components on this unit: you have a fiberglass front cap, molded fiberglass side moldings, a rear fiberglass cap, and a fiberglass roof. There are a lot of great features on a BT Cruiser that really bump up the quality and benefits of the product.”

Why should I buy a Class B-Plus instead of a Class B Camper Van?

“Another question I get very often is: Why would I buy a B-Plus as opposed to a B van? A B van is a little smaller and easier to maneuver, but consumers often figure out that it’s not quite the full RV experience you can have with something like a B-Plus. There are some very key and distinct advantages to a B-Plus:

First, you’re typically going to have a dry bath on a B-Plus versus a wet bath on a B van. Second, a B-Plus is going to give you infinitely more towing capability as well as weight and storage capacity. Those are two very key elements when you’re thinking about RVing. Third, the B-Plus is a little bit more versatile. We can make them longer, and they feel more spacious inside. With a B van, you have a great time for a weekend. With a B-Plus, you can have a great time for a month at a time.

Beyond that, there’s a whole other slew of things that make it advantageous: a larger engine and larger tanks—that means more capacity for fuel, fresh water, gray water, black water, LP, and the generator. All of those things are upgraded and larger compared to a B van, which makes your RV experience that much more enjoyable.”

What is the difference between a Class B-Plus and a Class C Motorhome?

“The next question people typically ask is: Why should I buy a B-Plus versus a Class C? That really depends on the particular customer and their needs and wants. But like I said before: it is a couples unit versus a family unit.

Traditionally, the B-Plus is going to be a little narrower than the Class C. It’s not as tall and has a lower center of gravity, making it easier to drive, park, and maneuver. Outside of that, the functionality is almost identical to that of a Class C.

Besides height and width, one key design element really differentiates the B-Plus from the Class C: the overhead cab. If you notice on the B-Plus, the overhead cab extends just to the edge of the top of the windshield. With the Class C, the overhead bunk extends significantly beyond the windshield. Some manufacturers take it all the way out, which can give you a very unique experience when driving—it can feel like you’re driving in a cave, and visibility is somewhat limited. With the B-Plus, visibility is wide open.”

Class B-Plus Entertainment Centers vs. Class C Overhead Bunks

“I’d like to give you a visual example of what a B-Plus overhead looks like. It’s primarily used for entertainment and some storage. On this B-Plus, there is no overhead bunk; it’s an overhead entertainment center. This model features a nice 42-inch TV mounted up front, and you also have nice storage on both sides. This modified overhead area is what we define as a B-Plus design.

Just for comparison, a Class C has an overhead bunk—a very traditional design. While you can store a lot of things up there if it’s just the two of you, it is primarily made for sleeping.”

Gulf Stream Coach Packs Full-Size Features into Its Shortest Class C Motorhome

NAPPANEE, Ind. — The Class C motorhome segment is experiencing increasing demand, specifically for small, easy-to-maneuver, family-oriented floorplans. Gulf Stream Coach, the nation’s largest family-owned RV manufacturer, is betting its new Conquest 6215LE is the exact blueprint the market is looking for.

Following a winter show season where the compact Class C drew heavy foot traffic and strong dealer orders, the multi-year DSI Quality Circle Award winner is ramping up production. The 6215LE hits a sweet spot of price and practicality by squeezing full-size amenities into a highly maneuverable RV.

Measuring just 21 feet, 6 inches long, the coach arrives on a Ford chassis. The engineering feat, according to Gulf Stream designers, was opening up the living space without abandoning the heavy-duty construction the 43-year-old company is known for.


“After listening to the needs of our core customers, the design and engineering team exceeded expectations, developing a full-featured, high-value, innovative, and unique small floorplan,” said Matthew Buckman, general manager of Gulf Stream’s motorized division. “Understanding consumer expectations, we engineered a spacious dry bath, not settling for a cramped wet bath like many of our competitors. We expanded the U-dinette and main sleeping area while enhancing both interior and exterior storage. Our design goal was functional differentiation. Based on dealer and consumer feedback, Gulf Stream Coach exceeded expectations.”


Buckman noted that the layout enhancements did not come at the expense of the brand’s core structural integrity.

“We accomplished all of this without compromising our ‘Cradle of Strength’ steel frame foundation or our laminated one-piece floors,” Buckman said. “It’s the same industry-leading construction and extensive list of standard features, just packaged more effectively.”


Gulf Stream President Phil Sarvari attributes the breakout success of the 6215LE to the company’s independent, family-operated roots, which allows the builder to pivot quickly to what consumers are actually asking for on the lot.

“For 43 years, our design philosophy has been anchored by functionality and unmatched value,” Sarvari said. “When dealers and retail customers walk through the 6215LE, they immediately recognize the quality. It proves you don’t have to be the biggest coach in the campground to offer the best experience. It is a small package that delivers massive quality, features, and an incredible price.”

Built for the Long Haul: Gulf Stream Coach Celebrates 43 Years Strong

Gulf Stream Coach is celebrating its 43rd anniversary this week, marking more than four decades in the RV industry as an independent, privately held family company.

Founded in 1983, the northern Indiana manufacturer has grown into a well-known builder of motorhomes and travel trailers recognized for delivering high-quality, high-value products. Today, Gulf Stream builds a wide range of motorhomes and travel trailers sold through a nationwide dealer network serving RV customers across North America. Company leaders say Gulf Stream’s independence allows it to remain responsive to dealers and customers—a philosophy captured in its guiding principle: We listen, we respond.

The anniversary also highlights more than four decades of RV manufacturing in northern Indiana, the center of the North American RV industry. Gulf Stream leaders say the company’s long-tenured workforce and dealer relationships have been key to sustaining that legacy.

As the company marks the milestone, Gulf Stream leadership emphasized the role its nationwide dealer network has played in the company’s growth.

“Our dealers have been essential to Gulf Stream’s success over the past four decades,” said Gulf Stream President Phil Sarvari. “They connect our manufacturing teams with the families who take our RVs on the road, and their support has helped build the Gulf Stream brand across North America.”

“Our focus has always been simple: build quality RVs and support dealers,” Sarvari added.

Company leaders also recognized the dedication of the manufacturing teams who build Gulf Stream products every day.

“Our employees on the production floor are the foundation of this company,” Sarvari said. “Their craftsmanship, pride in their work, and commitment to quality are what make Gulf Stream RVs something families can depend on.”

Throughout its history, Gulf Stream Coach has remained a privately held, debt-free manufacturer. Company leaders say that independence supports long-term relationships with dealer partners while allowing the company to respond quickly to market changes and dealer feedback.

“Dealers represent Gulf Stream Coach with professionalism and pride in their communities,” Sarvari said. “Their teams help customers create memorable travel experiences and lasting family traditions.”

As the company looks ahead, Gulf Stream reaffirmed its commitment to supporting its dealer network with reliable products, strong service, and continued focus on quality and value.

Gulf Stream Coach debuts innovative Conquest Transit 4237 All-Wheel-Drive motorhome

Nappanee, IN – Gulf Stream Coach, America’s largest family-owned RV manufacturer, announced the debut of its innovative Conquest Transit 4237 All-Wheel-Drive motorhome, which received an overwhelmingly positive reception from dealers at the Elkhart RV Hall of Fame Open House Show in September.

The nimble, 24-foot Class C motorhome is built on the advanced Ford Transit chassis and powered by a 6-cylinder Ford EcoBoost engine. Despite its compact size, it features an extra-large overhead bunk for spacious sleeping quarters.

The main attraction for dealers was the Intelligent All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) system. It enhances traction and stability on challenging surfaces like snow, mud, and gravel by automatically distributing power when slip is detected. This feature improves safety and allows owners to access more remote destinations. Drivers can also select various traction modes via the large in-dash touchscreen to optimize performance.

“The response from our dealer partners was phenomenal,” said Gulf Stream Coach President Phil Sarvari. “They immediately recognized the market demand for a smaller, versatile motorhome with the all-weather, all-terrain capability the Conquest Transit’s AWD system provides.”

The Conquest Transit 4237 AWD is positioned to appeal to RVers who value maneuverability, safety, and the freedom to explore beyond the pavement.

Visit gulfstreamcoach.com to find a dealer near you.

Gulf Stream Coach Sponsors Essential Leadership Development Course at 2024 RVDA Expo

Nappanee, IN – Gulf Stream Coach continues its long-standing commitment to industry excellence by sponsoring the Leadership Development Course at this year’s RVDA Expo, scheduled for November 11-15, 2024 at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.

The half-day course, “Giving Feedback,” will be led by renowned peacebuilding expert Sara Jeckovich and focuses on essential leadership skills for RV industry professionals.

“This rewarding endeavor for both Gulf Stream and RVDA has provided us the opportunity for the development of today’s and tomorrow’s leaders,” said Gulf Stream President Phil Sarvari. “We are very proud to be a part of this great industry.”

In addition to supporting professional development, Gulf Stream Coach is also making a commitment to supporting the industry by purchasing exhibit space at the show. This year they will showcase three exciting 2025 models at booth #319, including:

  • The all-new Conquest Transit 4237 Class C motorhome
  • A Laura Ashley-inspired Vintage Cruiser
  • The innovative 109OK Trail Boss teardrop travel trailer

“We are excited to provide dealers who did not have the opportunity at Open House to view some of our award-winning products and premiere new models,” said Sarvari.

New Conquest Class C 6238 Photo Gallery Now Online

The photographer took his camera inside one of the most popular floor plans in the Gulf Stream Coach lineup, the Conquest Class C 6238, and the results are posted online here.Conquest Class C 6238 Main Living Space, looking front to rear

The 6238 provides motor home customers with every comfort of home, in a well-planned and skillfully built floor plan.  The 6238 includes a large 60″ x 74″ bed, a full dry bath, a large main living area with a convertible dinette in the slide-out, and a full stainless steel kitchen.

 

The 6238 Cradle Of Strength Foundation

We build the 6238 on the rugged, efficient, powerful Ford E350 platform, with the Ford 6.7L V10 engine.  But Gulf Stream Coach takes over just one inch above theGulf Stream Coach "Cradle Of Strength®" steel rails of the Ford chassis, where we add our exclusive “Cradle Of Strength®”.  The Cradle Of Strength® (see our previous post) uses box-style steel trusses, steel stringers, welded braces, metal cargo boxes, and a diamond plate subfloor to help keep your traveling family safe and comfortable.

Laminated Fiberglass Walls

The 6238 is enclosed by lightweight yet rigid laminated fiberglass walls that use welded tubular aluminum, rigid polyfoam insulation, and synthetic Azdel subtrates.  We vacuum-bond these layers with advanced adhesives in our own lamination plant, using a proprietary process we’ve developed over the past 30 years.

We build the roof with a welded aluminum truss system and seamless synthetic rubber to shed water and resist leaks.

Stylish Interior Decor, Extensive Standard Features

The decor and furnishings inside the Conquest Class C 6238 reflect the casual yet sophisticated look popular in vacation homes, with extensive use of our Roanoke Light Cherry woodwork and coordinating fabrics, leather-touch vinyl, and easy-care wood-grain flooring.  Electronics include hookups for an optional HDTV/DVD player, a standard rear-mount backup camera and in-dash Conquest Class C 6238 Stainless Steel Kitchencolor monitor, USB charging ports, and cool, efficient LED lighting inside and out.

Drawers, cabinets, closets, and other storage areas are handy at every turn.  Floor-ducted heating and overhead ducted air conditioning keep your family comfortable, and a standard 4-kilowatt generator keeps everything powered up.

Take A Look at the 6238

Explore the gallery and see the 6238 for yourself.  Better yet, use our Dealer Locator to find the Conquest Class C line at a Gulf Stream Coach dealership near you.

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Gulf Stream Coach "Cradle Of Strength®"

Only Gulf Stream Coach Motor Homes Have The “Cradle Of Strength®”

We’ve spent over thirty years building motor homes that give you the same kind of comfort, convenience, and safety you enjoy in your own home.  So far we’ve put over 60,000 motor homes on the road – and, as you can imagine – we’re really good at it!

Imagine this too:  Imagine what it’s like to build a home that has to travel 70 miles per hour on an Interstate Highway, and wind its way along narrow, bumpy country roads.  Then imagine a home that has to go up and down hills, brave the rain, snow, and searing summer sun, all while carrying the people you love most from one place to another.

Because you put your family in our hands, we put a “Cradle Of Strength®” under your motor home.

box style TUFF TRUSSESUnique in the RV industry, the Gulf Stream Coach “Cradle Of Strength®” is the carefully engineered foundation of steel we add to the motor home chassis.

Our Cradle Of Strength® uses large box-style TUFF TRUSSES rated at 6,000 lbs. each.  That puts more welded steel across the chassis rail than the triangle trusses other manufacturers use.

front-to-rear stringers

We further stiffen and strengthen the trusses with front-to-rear steel stringers.

We build our outside storage compartments with galvanized steel, not plastic, then wrap the insides with felt to protect your cargo.

 

TUFF TRUSSES on top of rail

 

We use extra welds and brackets to mount our TUFF TRUSSES on top of the main frame rail so they can’t shift down.

 

 

Galvanized steel subfloorFinally, we cover the drivetrain and service lines with a 26-gauge galvanized steel sub-floor.

Our Cradle Of Strength is the perfect foundation for our laminated floor and walls, providing incredible stiffness, resilience, and durability.  That strength translates into more dependable road manners, easier handling, and an overall safer, less-stressful driving experience.

We give you a “Cradle Of Strength®” –  and no one else does.

If you want a “Cradle Of Strength®” as the foundation of your family’s next RV, there’s only one way to get it:  Choose a Gulf Stream Coach motor home.  Whether you prefer the family-favorite Conquest Class C, or “The sports car of motor homes” BT Cruiser, you can rest assured:  There’s a “Cradle Of Strength®” supporting and protecting you everywhere you go.

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