2018 Coachmen Freedom Express Select 17BLSE - Lightweight Toy Hauler

2018 Coachmen Freedom Express Select 17BLSE Pre-Owned Toy Hauler Travel Trailer

Not every toy hauler requires a diesel truck and a wide-load campsite. The 2018 Coachmen Freedom Express Select 17BLSE is one of the lightest full-featured toy haulers on the pre-owned market — at just 3,576 lbs. dry with a hitch weight of only 426 lbs. and a GVWR of 5,900 lbs., this is a toy hauler towable by most half-ton trucks and capable full-size SUVs. At 20' 4" it stores in a standard driveway or garage bay, backs into tight campsites, and hauls comfortably behind vehicles that most traditional toy haulers would never consider.

The 17BLSE earns its "toy hauler" designation with a 104" x 80" rear cargo area that loads through a full rear ramp door — big enough for two full-size motorcycles, three smaller dirt bikes, a golf cart, bicycles, kayaks, or a combination of gear that would otherwise require a separate trailer. Once the toys are off-loaded at the destination, that same cargo area converts to a living and sleeping space with a rollover sofa and overhead shelf. Up front, a 54" x 80" queen bed anchors the sleeping area, and a private full bath with separate shower/tub and toilet — not a wet bath — rounds out a livable floor plan in a remarkably compact and lightweight package.

Key Specs

• Year: 2018
• Make/Model: Coachmen Freedom Express Select 17BLSE
• Type: Pre-Owned Toy Hauler Travel Trailer
• Dry Weight: 3,576 lbs.
• GVWR: 5,900 lbs.
• Payload Capacity: 2,324 lbs.
• Hitch Weight: 426 lbs.
• Exterior Length: 20' 4"
• Exterior Height: 10' 3"
• Exterior Width: 96"
• Interior Height: 6' 9"
• Slides: 0
• Sleeps: 4
• Axles: 2
• Awning: 12' Power
• Fresh Water Capacity: 49 gal.
• Gray Water Capacity: 33 gal.
• Black Water Capacity: 33 gal.
• Cargo Area: 104" L x 80" W with rear ramp door

The Cargo Area — What Makes This a Toy Hauler

The rear cargo area is the defining feature of the 17BLSE, and it's genuinely capable for a trailer this size. At 104" long and 80" wide, it swallows two full-size motorcycles with room to spare, handles three smaller dirt bikes comfortably, fits a golf cart, and accommodates any combination of bicycles, kayaks, coolers, and camping gear you'd otherwise be strapping to the roof or leaving at home. The full rear ramp door provides easy loading access, and tie-down tracks let you secure whatever you're hauling without worrying about shifting on the highway. When the toys are off-loaded, the rollover sofa and overhead storage shelf with cargo net convert the space into a casual living area with room for guests to sleep.

The Front Bedroom — A Real Queen Bed in a Compact Toy Hauler

The 54" x 80" queen bed at the front of the 17BLSE gives you a proper sleeping area — not a converted garage floor or a bunk carved out of a cargo wall. Up front with dedicated storage space for clothing and personal gear, it's the kind of sleeping area that makes a multi-day trip genuinely restful rather than merely functional. The two separate sleeping zones — front queen for the adults, rear rollover sofa in the cargo area for guests — give the 17BLSE a comfortable layout for two couples or a small family hauling gear.

The Kitchen — Compact and Capable

The center kitchen puts a 3-burner range with oven, microwave, mid-size refrigerator, sink, and freestanding table into a functional layout that handles real meal prep for up to four people. The pedestal table configuration frees up floor space and gives the galley area a more open feel than a fixed booth dinette. Interior and exterior speakers, TV, power awning, and overhead fan round out an interior that functions well both at camp and on a longer stay.

A Private Full Bath — Not a Wet Bath

The 17BLSE's center bathroom is a full bath with a separate shower/tub and toilet — a genuinely important distinction in a trailer this compact. Many toy haulers in this size class compromise with a wet bath where the toilet, sink, and shower share a single combined space. The 17BLSE gives you a real shower stall separate from the toilet, which makes daily use significantly more comfortable. Bathroom vent fan, mirror, and vinyl flooring complete a functional space.

Alumicage Construction — Lightweight Built Right

Coachmen's Alumicage construction and vacuum-bonded walls with Azdel composite are what allow the 17BLSE to weigh under 3,600 lbs. without feeling like it was stripped to get there. Azdel composite sidewalls are lighter than wood and resistant to moisture, mold, and rot over the life of the trailer — a meaningful advantage for a unit that will see regular use in variable weather. The heated and enclosed underbelly, Tufflex PVC roofing, E-Z Lube axles, front diamond plate, tinted safety glass windows, and radial tires with spare all speak to a build quality that holds up across seasons of active use. Pass-through exterior storage, exterior shower, and solar prep round out an exterior that's practical for real camping.

Why Buy from Butler RV Center?

Butler RV Center is a two-generation, family-owned dealership near Pittsburgh, PA. Our ALL-IN pricing means no freight fees and no prep fees — the price you see is the price you pay, excluding tax and titling fees. Looking for RV financing Pittsburgh PA buyers can depend on? Our team works with multiple lenders to find terms that work for first-time buyers and returning customers alike. And if you have a camper to trade, we accept RV (and sometimes non-RV) trade-ins. Every pre-owned purchase at Butler RV Center includes:

• 1-Hour Certified RV Technician-Led Walk Through
• Competitive Financing

196 Pittsburgh Rd, Butler, PA 16001
724-282-8600
butlerrvcenter.com

Frequently Asked Questions — 2018 Coachmen Freedom Express Select 17BLSE

Q: What vehicles can actually tow the 17BLSE?
A: With a dry weight of 3,576 lbs., a GVWR of 5,900 lbs., and a hitch weight of only 426 lbs., the 17BLSE is towable by most properly equipped half-ton trucks and many capable full-size SUVs. It's one of the lightest full-featured toy haulers on the pre-owned market — no 3/4-ton truck required. Always verify your specific vehicle's tow rating and payload capacity before purchasing.

Q: What fits in the cargo area?
A: The 104" x 80" cargo area handles two full-size motorcycles easily, three smaller dirt bikes, a golf cart, bicycles, kayaks, and combinations of camp gear that won't fit anywhere else. The full rear ramp door and interior tie-down tracks make loading and securing toys straightforward. When the toys come out, the rollover sofa and overhead storage shelf convert the space to a livable guest area.

Q: Is the bathroom a wet bath?
A: No — and that matters. The 17BLSE has a full private bath with a separate shower/tub and toilet, which is uncommon in a toy hauler this compact. You get a real shower stall, not a combined space where the toilet is inside the shower area. It's a meaningful daily-use difference on any trip longer than a single night.

Q: How does the cargo area work as a living space when not hauling?
A: The rollover sofa in the cargo area folds down to create a sleeping surface and comfortable seating, and the overhead shelf with cargo net provides storage for the area. It's a functional conversion that accommodates guests without requiring a separate slide or dedicated bunk area — which is part of what keeps the 17BLSE so compact and light.

Q: Is this a good pre-owned buy for a first-time toy hauler shopper?
A: The 17BLSE has a strong following precisely because it solves the biggest obstacle most toy hauler buyers face — tow vehicle requirements. If you've wanted a toy hauler but don't own a diesel or a 3/4-ton truck, the 17BLSE is one of the few legitimate options in the pre-owned market that handles real cargo and real living in a package your current vehicle can manage.

Q: What does a pre-owned purchase at Butler RV Center include?
A: Every pre-owned unit comes with a 1-hour certified RV technician-led walk-through and competitive financing. Our ALL-IN pricing means no freight fees and no prep fees — the price excludes tax and titling fees and nothing else. We accept RV (and sometimes non-RV) trade-ins and we're an RV dealer with no hidden fees.

Specifications are based on manufacturer data for this model year and are believed to be accurate. Please contact Butler RV Center to confirm current details, condition, and any unit-specific features on this pre-owned unit.

2018 Coachmen Freedom Express Select 17BLSE Pre-Owned Toy Hauler Travel Trailer

Not every toy hauler requires a diesel truck and a wide-load campsite. The 2018 Coachmen Freedom Express Select 17BLSE is one of the lightest full-featured toy haulers on the pre-owned market — at just 3,576 lbs. dry with a hitch weight of only 426 lbs. and a GVWR of 5,900 lbs., this is a toy hauler towable by most half-ton trucks and capable full-size SUVs. At 20' 4" it stores in a standard driveway or garage bay, backs into tight campsites, and hauls comfortably behind vehicles that most traditional toy haulers would never consider.

The 17BLSE earns its "toy hauler" designation with a 104" x 80" rear cargo area that loads through a full rear ramp door — big enough for two full-size motorcycles, three smaller dirt bikes, a golf cart, bicycles, kayaks, or a combination of gear that would otherwise require a separate trailer. Once the toys are off-loaded at the destination, that same cargo area converts to a living and sleeping space with a rollover sofa and overhead shelf. Up front, a 54" x 80" queen bed anchors the sleeping area, and a private full bath with separate shower/tub and toilet — not a wet bath — rounds out a livable floor plan in a remarkably compact and lightweight package.

Key Specs

• Year: 2018
• Make/Model: Coachmen Freedom Express Select 17BLSE
• Type: Pre-Owned Toy Hauler Travel Trailer
• Dry Weight: 3,576 lbs.
• GVWR: 5,900 lbs.
• Payload Capacity: 2,324 lbs.
• Hitch Weight: 426 lbs.
• Exterior Length: 20' 4"
• Exterior Height: 10' 3"
• Exterior Width: 96"
• Interior Height: 6' 9"
• Slides: 0
• Sleeps: 4
• Axles: 2
• Awning: 12' Power
• Fresh Water Capacity: 49 gal.
• Gray Water Capacity: 33 gal.
• Black Water Capacity: 33 gal.
• Cargo Area: 104" L x 80" W with rear ramp door

The Cargo Area — What Makes This a Toy Hauler

The rear cargo area is the defining feature of the 17BLSE, and it's genuinely capable for a trailer this size. At 104" long and 80" wide, it swallows two full-size motorcycles with room to spare, handles three smaller dirt bikes comfortably, fits a golf cart, and accommodates any combination of bicycles, kayaks, coolers, and camping gear you'd otherwise be strapping to the roof or leaving at home. The full rear ramp door provides easy loading access, and tie-down tracks let you secure whatever you're hauling without worrying about shifting on the highway. When the toys are off-loaded, the rollover sofa and overhead storage shelf with cargo net convert the space into a casual living area with room for guests to sleep.

The Front Bedroom — A Real Queen Bed in a Compact Toy Hauler

The 54" x 80" queen bed at the front of the 17BLSE gives you a proper sleeping area — not a converted garage floor or a bunk carved out of a cargo wall. Up front with dedicated storage space for clothing and personal gear, it's the kind of sleeping area that makes a multi-day trip genuinely restful rather than merely functional. The two separate sleeping zones — front queen for the adults, rear rollover sofa in the cargo area for guests — give the 17BLSE a comfortable layout for two couples or a small family hauling gear.

The Kitchen — Compact and Capable

The center kitchen puts a 3-burner range with oven, microwave, mid-size refrigerator, sink, and freestanding table into a functional layout that handles real meal prep for up to four people. The pedestal table configuration frees up floor space and gives the galley area a more open feel than a fixed booth dinette. Interior and exterior speakers, TV, power awning, and overhead fan round out an interior that functions well both at camp and on a longer stay.

A Private Full Bath — Not a Wet Bath

The 17BLSE's center bathroom is a full bath with a separate shower/tub and toilet — a genuinely important distinction in a trailer this compact. Many toy haulers in this size class compromise with a wet bath where the toilet, sink, and shower share a single combined space. The 17BLSE gives you a real shower stall separate from the toilet, which makes daily use significantly more comfortable. Bathroom vent fan, mirror, and vinyl flooring complete a functional space.

Alumicage Construction — Lightweight Built Right

Coachmen's Alumicage construction and vacuum-bonded walls with Azdel composite are what allow the 17BLSE to weigh under 3,600 lbs. without feeling like it was stripped to get there. Azdel composite sidewalls are lighter than wood and resistant to moisture, mold, and rot over the life of the trailer — a meaningful advantage for a unit that will see regular use in variable weather. The heated and enclosed underbelly, Tufflex PVC roofing, E-Z Lube axles, front diamond plate, tinted safety glass windows, and radial tires with spare all speak to a build quality that holds up across seasons of active use. Pass-through exterior storage, exterior shower, and solar prep round out an exterior that's practical for real camping.

Why Buy from Butler RV Center?

Butler RV Center is a two-generation, family-owned dealership near Pittsburgh, PA. Our ALL-IN pricing means no freight fees and no prep fees — the price you see is the price you pay, excluding tax and titling fees. Looking for RV financing Pittsburgh PA buyers can depend on? Our team works with multiple lenders to find terms that work for first-time buyers and returning customers alike. And if you have a camper to trade, we accept RV (and sometimes non-RV) trade-ins. Every pre-owned purchase at Butler RV Center includes:

• 1-Hour Certified RV Technician-Led Walk Through
• Competitive Financing

196 Pittsburgh Rd, Butler, PA 16001
724-282-8600
butlerrvcenter.com

Frequently Asked Questions — 2018 Coachmen Freedom Express Select 17BLSE

Q: What vehicles can actually tow the 17BLSE?
A: With a dry weight of 3,576 lbs., a GVWR of 5,900 lbs., and a hitch weight of only 426 lbs., the 17BLSE is towable by most properly equipped half-ton trucks and many capable full-size SUVs. It's one of the lightest full-featured toy haulers on the pre-owned market — no 3/4-ton truck required. Always verify your specific vehicle's tow rating and payload capacity before purchasing.

Q: What fits in the cargo area?
A: The 104" x 80" cargo area handles two full-size motorcycles easily, three smaller dirt bikes, a golf cart, bicycles, kayaks, and combinations of camp gear that won't fit anywhere else. The full rear ramp door and interior tie-down tracks make loading and securing toys straightforward. When the toys come out, the rollover sofa and overhead storage shelf convert the space to a livable guest area.

Q: Is the bathroom a wet bath?
A: No — and that matters. The 17BLSE has a full private bath with a separate shower/tub and toilet, which is uncommon in a toy hauler this compact. You get a real shower stall, not a combined space where the toilet is inside the shower area. It's a meaningful daily-use difference on any trip longer than a single night.

Q: How does the cargo area work as a living space when not hauling?
A: The rollover sofa in the cargo area folds down to create a sleeping surface and comfortable seating, and the overhead shelf with cargo net provides storage for the area. It's a functional conversion that accommodates guests without requiring a separate slide or dedicated bunk area — which is part of what keeps the 17BLSE so compact and light.

Q: Is this a good pre-owned buy for a first-time toy hauler shopper?
A: The 17BLSE has a strong following precisely because it solves the biggest obstacle most toy hauler buyers face — tow vehicle requirements. If you've wanted a toy hauler but don't own a diesel or a 3/4-ton truck, the 17BLSE is one of the few legitimate options in the pre-owned market that handles real cargo and real living in a package your current vehicle can manage.

Q: What does a pre-owned purchase at Butler RV Center include?
A: Every pre-owned unit comes with a 1-hour certified RV technician-led walk-through and competitive financing. Our ALL-IN pricing means no freight fees and no prep fees — the price excludes tax and titling fees and nothing else. We accept RV (and sometimes non-RV) trade-ins and we're an RV dealer with no hidden fees.

Specifications are based on manufacturer data for this model year and are believed to be accurate. Please contact Butler RV Center to confirm current details, condition, and any unit-specific features on this pre-owned unit.