Palomino Columbus Compass Fifth Wheel RVs For Sale
Rediscover North America with a Palomino Columbus Compass! These luxury fifth wheels feature residential details with distinctive style.
From the 8' 5" wide body with painted fiberglass front cap on an all-welded aluminum-frame superstructure to the residential crown molding throughout, dovetail-constructed reinforced doors and drawers with upgraded hardware, and the upgraded true solid-surface countertops in the kitchen and bath, you will feel as if you haven't left any luxurious details at home.
So when you and your crew are ready to rediscover America, you won't need a sailing ship, just a brand-new Palomino Columbus Compass fifth wheel. Choose yours today and begin your greatest exploration ever!
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Columbus Compass 298RLC
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Specifications
Sleeps 4 Slides 3 Length 25 ft 5 in Ext Width 8 ft 5 in Ext Height 12 ft 4 in Hitch Weight 2269 lbs Gross Weight 14298 lbs Dry Weight 11298 lbs Cargo Weight 3000 lbs Fresh Water Capacity 75 gals Grey Water Capacity 71 gals Black Water Capacity 39 gals Tire Size 16" Furnace BTU 35000 btu Available Beds Queen Refrigerator Size 8 cu ft Cooktop Burners 3 Shower Size 48" x 30" Number of Awnings 1 Axle Weight 7000 lbs LP Tank Capacity 30 lbs Water Heater Capacity 10 gal Water Heater Type Quick Recovery AC BTU 15000 btu TV Info LR 50" LED TV Awning Info 16' Power with LED Lighting Axle Count 2 Washer/Dryer Available Yes Number of LP Tanks 2 Shower Type Shower w/Seat Similar Floorplans
Columbus Compass Features:
Standard Features (2021)
Construction
- 101" wide body
- All welded aluminum frame superstructure
- 5/8" tongue and groove plywood floor
- R-40 Residential 5" radius wood truss roof
- 6'6" height slides (living area slides)
- (5) heat ducts out of traffic areas
- Snap-in ceiling molding - no staples or tape
- 12V heat pads on all holding tanks
- R-38 floor insulation
- R-40 roof insulation
- R-11 sidewall insulation
- Vacuum Bonded Walls
- E-Z Flex Dexter Axles E-Z Lube Axles with Nev-R-Adjust brakes
- 16" wheels with nitro fill tires
Interior
- Hidden hinges
- Dovetail constructed reinforced doors and drawers with upgraded hardware
- Upgraded crack/mold/mildew-resistant flooring
- Upgrade true solid surface countertops bath/kitchen
- LED lights
- Residential crown molding throughout unit
- Solid wood slide fascia
- 24 ounce carpet
- Central vacuum system
- Large entry closet for jacket/shoe storage
Exterior
- Slam latches on all storage doors
- Magnetic compartment door holds
- 2-tone aluminum wheels
- Painted fiberglass front cap
- Heated utility convenience center
- Black tank flush
- Outside AM/FM/Bluetooth receiver with USB port
- Electric rear stabilizer jacks
- Outside shower
- Quick battery disconnect
- Power awning with LED lighting
- 7000 lb. axles
- Crank down spare tire
- Storage rack in front compartment
Furniture
- Power w/USB charging residential theater seating w/storage
- Bi-fold 80” Sleeper sofa (per model)
- Residential high end dining chairs with storage
Bedroom
- Laundry hamper (most models)
- Pillow top mattress
- French mirrored sliding closet doors
- High end bedspread/pillows
Appliances
- Upgrade 8 cu. ft. refrigerator with adjustable temp settings and raised panel doors
- 50" LED TV with sound bar and DVD player
- 10 gal. water heater with quick recovery
- Washer/dryer prep
- Full system water purifier
- 30" residential microwave
- 15,000 BTU high output Coleman Serenity A/C
- 35,000 BTU furnace
Kitchen
- Storage for sink covers (some models)
- Recessed solid surface sink covers
- Residential under counter storage
- Recessed glass range cover
- Residential glass backsplash
- Additional lighting above sink area
- Single lever faucet w/pull out sprayer
- Trash can with dedicated storage (some models)
Bathroom
- 60" x 30" 2-piece surround
- 3-speed power vent
- Porcelain toilet
Options
- 13,500 BTU Coleman Serenity bedroom A/C (std. 386)
- Mor/Ryde pin box
- Electric fireplace
- Keyless entry door lock
- MCD night roller shades
- Bedroom Maxx Fan w/Rain HOOD (N/A w/Bedroom A/C)
- Kitchen Maxx Fan w/Rain HOOD (forced 386FK)
- 20 cu. ft. residential refrigerator with inverter
- 18 cu. ft gas electric refrigerator
- King bed
- Memory Foam Mattress
- Wood-look floor
- Tile-look floor
- Wireless back up camera
- Metal wrapped awning
- Goodyear H rated tires with upgraded rims
- 200 Watt Solar Panel (installed) w/2 Batteries
- Dyson Air Purification System
Compass Package (Mandatory)
- Full System Water Purifier
- 50" LED TV
- Sound Bar
- Battery disconnect
- AM/FM/iPod/CD with 2 Exterior Speakers
- Cherry hardwood slide out fascia
- 2 tone aluminum wheels
- G-rated Tires
- 12V heat pads on all holding tanks
- LED awning lights
- Syphon 360 vent covers
- Pleated day/night shades
- 4 step entry
- Friction hinge entry door
- Go Power Solar Prep
- Pull down faucet
Please see us for a complete list of features and available options!
All standard features and specifications are subject to change.
All warranty info is typically reserved for new units and is subject to specific terms and conditions. See us for more details.
Manu-Facts:

As demand for the Palomino grew, Mr. Landey felt it would benefit his company, Vanguard Ind., to relocate. With most manufacturers and industry suppliers located in the Elkhart, In. area the move eastward seemed logical. Vanguard Industries settled in the community of Colon in 1972. Once in Colon he began to put his plans in motion. By 1973 he had built the main production facility and within days Palomino tent trailers were rolling out the doors.
In 1976, Vanguard added its own Needle Division, in 1978 its own Metal Fabrication Plant, and has several cold storage facilities. On May 27, 1992, the primary production building and offices were destroyed by fire. By late August, 1992, the first 1993 model Palomino rolled of the line in the new 52,300 sq. ft. facility, which was built on the same site as the previous building had been.
The year 1998 continued to see expansion with the addition of a new 75,000 sq. ft. production facility, and another storage facility. In 2002 Vanguard was purchased by Forest River, Inc. This allowed for rapid growth and the introduction of two new towable lines of travel trailers and fifth wheels, Puma and Sabre by Palomino.