Are Airstreams heavier than other trailers of the same length?
Generally airstreams can be heavier of other trailers of the same length. They may seem lighter when being towed because of the airstreams unique design. Read about it in this excerpt from airstream.net: An Airstream is just as heavy as other similar aged brands of trailers, and in many cases heavier. What makes the difference is the enhanced towabilty and trackability of the Airstream owing to its aerodynamic shape, low center of gravity, and distributed weights. This gives people the impression that Airstreams are lighter.