Lance’s Smallest Truck Camper: The Lance 650

The Lance 650 Truck Camper is a half-ton truck owner’s RV dream. It provides comfort and class from one of the most high-quality brands on the market. Keep reading to learn more about this camper and why we think it’s a good option for solo travelers.

Lance 650 Truck Camper Overview

The Lance 650 Truck Camper is packed full of conveniences. It’s suited for five- and six-foot truck beds. This lightweight truck camper offers a ton of features, including sleeping space for three. With a floor-length of six feet ten inches, it offers 81 inches of interior height and plenty of space for maneuvering around inside. 

Like all Lance campers, you’ll get a pretty solid construction on the Lance 650. It has a full walk-on roof with TPO (Thermoplastic Polyolefin). The front cap is also seamless to protect the camper from leaks. You can even add a rear awning.

Lance 650 Truck Camper Features

The Lance 650 truck camper has shelving with netting above the dinette and an additional cupboard in the kitchen area. The cab-over has open shelving, a closet with a hanging rod, and a bedside shelf.

Add an optional backup camera for extra safety. The Lance 650 Truck Camper has radius acrylic tinted thermopane euro windows with blackout shades. You can rotate the dinette table or fold it down completely to turn it into a bed.

The wet bath includes a toilet and shower combination, as well as a skylight. It also comes with a removable rod for drying towels and clothes. Both the living area and cab-over have a ceiling fan. You can set a temperature, and the fan will kick on to help cool the camper. 

There is a three-way refrigerator located in the cab-over. While it may seem like an odd location, it saves space and is easy to reach from the living area. The cab-over also features a 12-volt TV that swivels so you can see it from the dinette.

Outside the Lance 650 Truck Camper, you’ll find a power awning with LED lights on the passenger side. You’ll get enough storage space for cords and hoses but little else. The jacks operate on a Happy Jack System with remote control. However, steps are optional. The camper has a 22-gallon freshwater tank, 15-gallon gray water tank, and 16-gallon black tank. Plus, there’s a five-gallon propane tank with an outdoor grill connection.

You may be wondering how much this tiny camper and all these features costs. The Lance 650 Truck Camper runs from $25,000-$30,000, depending on which add-ons you choose.

How Much Does the Lance 650 Weigh?

The dry weight of the Lance 650 Truck Camper is 1,700 pounds, and the GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating) is 1,903 pounds. That means it can carry 203 pounds of cargo. Many half-ton pickup trucks can handle this weight. Therefore, this camper can be an excellent option for those who have a smaller truck.

Looking for a camper for your half-ton truck? Check out our list of the Best Half-Ton Truck Campers.

Is the Lance 650 a Four-Season Camper?

The Lance 650 is a four-season camper. This means that it should withstand more extreme hot or cold temperatures than a non-four-season rated camper. This is thanks to the dual pane windows, ducted heating, water heater bypass and winterizing valve, insulated hatch covers, heated tanks, and insulted bed pad.

Pro Tip: Considering buying a Lance travel trailer? Check out our Prospective Buyer’s Guide: Are Lance Travel Trailers Good Campers.

Favorite Features

Now for some of our favorite features on the Lance 650 Truck Camper. 

Fits on a Half-Ton Truck!

The fact that this truck camper fits on a half-ton truck has us jumping for joy. A larger camper could be a deal-breaker for those who don’t want to upgrade their truck. This camper is also great for RV newbies who are on a tighter budget.

Full Wet Bathroom

A full wet bath in a camper this size is a game-changer for a half-ton capable rig. The toilet is a marine toilet, and the black tank holds 16 gallons of waste, which could be sufficient for a week without a dump station nearby.

Double Awnings

The Lance 650 Truck Camper features an armless power awning on the passenger side. But you can also add on an awning over the rear door, a great option to reduce sun and rain exposure.  

Pro Tip: Double the awnings means double the maintenance. Learn how to replace your awning fabric just in case the wind or elements gets one over on you!

Considerations

As you can see, we’re fans of the Lance 650 Truck Camper, but there are some limitations. Here are a couple of cons to this model.

Weight Can Go Over Truck Capability

The loaded weight of the Lance 650 is at the top end of many half-ton trucks’ carrying capacities. Depending on your truck’s capabilities, you may need to do suspension modifications to handle the weight and center of gravity. If you choose to carry the truck camper with a half-ton truck, take all safety precautions and drive slowly.

Minimal Storage

Without a doubt, there’s very little storage in the Lance 650 Truck Camper. That’s not to say that Lance hasn’t maximized every inch they have in this model. But if you’re heading out on a long trip with this camper, you’ll want to plan well. Inside and outside storage are minimal.

Who Would Benefit from the Lance 650 Truck Camper?

The Lance 650 is a good option for solo travelers, particularly with the limited storage space. One person needs less room for cargo than two or three people. But the truck camper is also a decent option for two people heading out for short trips. You may just need to get creative with what you bring and how you pack it.

We recommend checking out the Lance 650 Truck Camper for the brand that’s behind it and the lightweight option it provides. If you’re near a Lance dealer, take a walk through and see what you think! Let us know in the comments below.

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