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BATTLE OF THE BUNKHOUSE - 2025 NORTHERN SPIRIT 2455BH VS 2025 TRACER 250BH

Posted on Dec 4, 2024

2025 Coachmen Northern Spirit 2455BH vs. Prime Time Tracer 250BH: Which Travel Trailer Fits Your Family's Style, Needs, and Budget?

Shopping for a new travel trailer can be overwhelming, especially with so many great options on the market. If you are looking for a towable bunkhouse in the 25-26ft range there are two standout family-friendly bunkhouse trailers this year.  They are 2025 Coachmen Northern Spirit 2455BH and the 2025 Prime Time Tracer 250BH. Both are packed with thoughtful features, but which one aligns with your camping dreams? Let’s dive in!

You can check out the northern spirit 2455bh in stock here - 2025 northern spirit 2455BH.  Here is the manufactures website - Coachmen northern spirit 2455BH


You can also check out the Tracer 250BH in stock here - 2025 tracer 250BH.  Here is the manufactures website - Primetime Tracer 250BH


Spacious Layouts for Adventurers Big and Small

The Northern Spirit 2455BH brings the ultimate in smart design with a private front queen bedroom, oversized double bunks (that flip up for extra storage), and a spacious U-shaped dinette in its slide-out. It’s all about using every inch of space efficiently, making it a dream for families who need flexibility.

Living space in the 2025 northern spirit 2455bh with booth dinette and large counter topLiving space in the 2025 northern spirit 2455bh with booth dinette and large counter top


The Tracer 250BH, on the other hand, leans into luxury with its theater seating and flex seating. The private queen bedroom offers relaxation, while the double bunks at the rear keep the kids cozy. If comfort and clean looks is your goal, the Tracer might feel like a home away from home.
living space in the 2025 Tracer 250BH theatre seating and extra storage
living space in the 2025 Tracer 250BH note the theatre seating and extra storage beside the 12V fridge


 

Tow-Friendly Designs

Both models are lightweight enough for well-equipped SUVs or trucks, but the Tracer is slightly heavier at around 6,068 lbs, . The Northern Spirit, at 5,728 lbs, offers impressive towing stability with spread axels and lighter overall weight making it a tad more fuel-efficient. 

 

Storage and Kitchens That Work Hard

The Northern Spirit travel trailer scores big with its exclusive MAX Bed Storage system, which transforms the queen bed base into a set of drawers for extra bedroom storage. Add in its outdoor kitchen with a griddle and mini-fridge, and sink and you’ve got a trailer ready for camping feasts.
The Tracer travel trailer also features and an outdoor kitchen, but without the sink. The tracer scores points for having a larger main refrigerator, more kitchen storage and a separate place to sit (theatre seating). 

The northern spirit 2455bh has a better outside kitchen setup whereas the tracer 250BH has a more versatile indoor kitchen setup. Both of these trailers offer great storage options!

Entertainment and Modern Touches

Families who enjoy tech will appreciate both trailers’ LED TVs and Bluetooth sound systems. The Tracer edges ahead with its larger TV and factory installed TPMS system. 

Both trailers feature 200 watt solar panels with controllers. 

Which One Should You Choose?

  • Go for the Northern Spirit if you need versatile sleeping spaces and love the idea of innovative storage solutions.
  • Pick the Tracer if comfort, theater seating, and modern amenities are your top priorities.
Both trailers cater to adventurers who value comfort and functionality. Visit a local dealership to see which one feels like the perfect fit for your family's adventures!

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  • Prime Time Tracer 250BH
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