Specs & Exterior Features
The 2017 Coleman Lantern 285BH is a steel-framed, dual-axle travel trailer measuring approximately 32.75 ft in length, with a dry weight of 6,443 lb, and a GVWR allowing for a payload of about 3,237 lb. It comes equipped with a standard 60?gal fresh water tank, 42?gal gray and black tanks, and dual 20 lb propane bottles (40 lb total) . The sheet-metal (aluminum) exterior includes one power slide, tinted safety-glass windows, a 20 ft power awning, exterior kitchen, and dual entry doors (main and bedroom), plus an exterior shower and pass-through storage . Leveling relies on manual front/rear jacks, with steel wheels and radial tires mounted on nitro-filled 15″ drums.
?? Interior & Floor Plan
This bunkhouse layout accommodates up to 10 sleepers, via a front queen bedroom and rear double bunks. The central L-shaped kitchen offers a three-burner stove, microwave, mid-size refrigerator, pantry, corner countertop, and a double sink under overhead cabinets . Just off the main entrance lies the slideout containing a jackknife sofa and booth dinette. Flooring is a mix of vinyl in high-traffic zones and carpet near the slideout . The rear bath features a tub/shower combo with curtain, plastic toilet, vanity with medicine cabinet, skylight/vent fan, and exterior exit .
?? Comfort, Build Quality & Owner Feedback
Heating and cooling are handled by a 13,500?BTU A/C and 25,000?BTU furnace, with a 6?gal gas/electric DSI water heater . Interior comforts include Everwear-style furniture, a stereo/CD/Bluetooth system with speakers inside and out, solid overhead cabinets, vinyl flooring, and a “Rest Easy” mattress in the bedroom on most units. While many owners appreciate the value and functional design—particularly the exterior kitchen and bunk configuration—others have reported concerns over budget-grade cabinetry, wall strength, warranty service issues, and potential water ingress . If you're considering this model, a thorough pre-delivery inspection of slide mechanisms, cabinet quality, water seals, and jack operation is highly recommended .
