Slide-in utility trailer unit/pod tall enough to stand in?

zuren

Adventurer
I've tried to do some googling but always end up with websites for truck bed campers or dedicated DIY travel trailer builds. Has anyone seen or built a stand alone "pod" that is tall enough for a 6'+ adult to stand in that would roll, slide or lift into a utility trailer? I have a 5x8' tilt bed utility trailer. The trailer needs to retain the ability to haul brush, dirt, tractor, etc. and having the ability to slide a living unit on-board to take the family camping (when needed) would be nice. I'm 6'2" so interior height would need to be around 6'3"+. I'm just exploring feasibility at this point. There may be good reason why someone hasn't commercialized something.

The Scamp and Casita type travel trailers look very basic and nice but I do not love the idea of another trailer sitting in the yard. I've seen guys put truck bed campers in a trailer which could work but the over-cab area could be an issue. If I had a slide off unit, I could "store" it on a paver pad near my pond as extended guest housing (especially if I made it look like a little cabin or shed).

Just starting my research and vetting ideas so thanks for any suggestions. If finding a used Scamp or sticking to the 6-man tent is my bet, I can go that route too.

Thanks!
 

wanderer-rrorc

Explorer
Ive thought about also doing this after my flip-back build in pop up campers..

your basically building a slide in camper. so skys the limit..my little 4x8 trailer can handle 1200lbs per wheel ratings..so I wouldnt be afraid to build a hard sided camper and slide it on and tie it down...plus it gets the kids away from me when..(theres 5 of the little minions)..and that way we could let the bigger kids design it and help build it (and decorate it..ACK!) and still only need a small camper spot.


I wouldnt worry to much about the cabover area...my scamp overhung 3ft..sliding it back on a trailer would help the balance (and tow) better and give you a small storage area under the bed space to keep things dry in camp.
 

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