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Starcraft RV
Company typeSubsidiary
IndustryRecreational Vehicles
Founded1903
HeadquartersShipshewana, Indiana, United States
Products
ParentJayco Family of Companies (Thor Industries)
Websitewww.starcraftrv.com

Starcraft RV is an American manufacturer of recreational vehicles (RVs) and a subsidiary of the Jayco Family of Companies, which is part of Thor Industries.[1] Based in Shipshewana, Indiana, the company produces travel trailers and fifth wheels, with a history dating back to its founding in 1903.[2]

History

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Starcraft RV was founded in 1903 as a manufacturer of farm equipment and later expanded into marine manufacturing.[3] The company then shifted its focus to the RV market in the 1960s.[4] A significant moment in Starcraft’s history occurred when Lloyd Bontrager, who later founded Jayco, developed an innovative lifter system for the company’s pop-up campers.[5][6]

In 1991, Starcraft RV became part of the Jayco Family of Companies through acquisition. Since then, the company has expanded its product lines and operations, solidifying its reputation as a leading RV manufacturer in North America.[7][8]

Models

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Starcraft RV - GSL Fifth Wheel

Starcraft RV's travel trailer lineup includes models such as the Autumn Ridge, Super Lite, and GSL Travel Trailer.[9] For fifth wheels, the company offers the GSL Light Duty and GSL Fifth Wheel.[10]

Awards and recognition

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Starcraft RV has received several industry awards for its recreational vehicles.[11] In 2022, the company won the RV Pro Best New Model award for the Super Lite Maxx 19MBH.[12] The following year, in 2023, Starcraft RV earned the Dealer Satisfaction Index Award – 29th Annual Dealer Satisfaction[13] and RV Pro's Best New Model award for the Autumn Ridge 28BHS.

References

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  1. ^ "Starcraft RV - CRVA". Canadian Recreational Vehicle Association. Retrieved 2024-12-24.
  2. ^ "Starcraft RVs | Fifth Wheels & Travel Trailers| Lazydays RV". www.lazydays.com.
  3. ^ "Starcraft manufacturing history dating back to 1903". www.jdpower.com.
  4. ^ Kay, Pamela (2018-09-01). "Jayco: 50 Years Of Family Fun". Family RVing Magazine. Retrieved 2024-12-24.
  5. ^ "From a Humble Barn to the Top of the RV Industry | KOA Camping Blog". koa.com. Retrieved 2024-12-24.
  6. ^ "Starcraft - The BIG RV show". www.bigrvshow.net. Retrieved 2024-12-24.
  7. ^ "Rated: the top 10 RV manufacturers in North America". Camping Trade World. 2020-12-02. Retrieved 2024-12-24.
  8. ^ "Northern Ontario's Best RV Showroom - Jayco and Starcraft". 2021-08-24. Retrieved 2024-12-24.
  9. ^ Freeman, Chris (2021-10-07). "Starcraft RV Unveils New Travel Trailer". RV News. Retrieved 2024-12-24.
  10. ^ Robbie (2014-06-19). "STARCRAFT RV: Travel Trailers, Pop-Ups & Expandables". Retrieved 2024-12-24.
  11. ^ "2023 Starcraft RV SUPERLITE 212FB Travel Trailer | Western Slope Trailer & RV | Diamond C & PJ Trailer Dealer". www.wstrailers.com.
  12. ^ "Starcraft travel trailer nominee for RV of the Year award". KPCNews. 2018-02-12. Retrieved 2024-12-24.
  13. ^ Rosen, Norm. "16 RV Manufacturers Earn DSI Awards - RV Lifestyle Magazine". www.rvlifemag.com.
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Starcraft RV official website

See also

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