Quick Facts:
- Product: Hopper Mini, a lightweight trailer from Modern Buggy RV
- Weight: 1,150 lbs, dry or loaded not stated
- Length: 12 ft 6 in
- Sleeps: 4
- Ground clearance: 14 in
- Tires: ST235/75R15 all-terrain
- Price: Not listed
- Best for: SUV owners who want a light camper, per the listing
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In This Article
What the Maker Listed
The Hopper Mini is a small trailer from Modern Buggy RV, and it weighs 1,150 lbs. The company pitches it as a light overland camper for almost any SUV. It also sleeps four, so it suits owners of vehicles with modest tow ratings. The page calls it affordable but gives no price.
Buyers who search for a squaredrop trailer find a compact trailer here. It adds a galley with weatherproof exterior cabinetry, all-terrain tires, and 14 inches of ground clearance. The maker does not use the word squaredrop on its listing, so the label is ours.
The listing shows no price. It also omits a gross vehicle weight rating and a tongue weight. We have not towed or inspected one, so this article covers the listing only. Modern Buggy RV also says pictures and features are subject to change without notice.
The listing shows a sink and a 12V water pump, so water and cooking gear come first. Dealers sell the trailer, not Amazon, which makes these accessories and not the trailer. For example, a Camp Chef Everest 2X two-burner stove and a Reliance Aqua-Tainer 7 gallon water jug suit this setup.
Camp kitchen and water gear
Hopper Mini Key Facts
Every number below comes from the maker’s Hopper Mini page. The page does not say whether 1,150 lbs is a dry weight or a loaded weight.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1,150 lbs |
| Length | 12 ft 6 in |
| Sleeps | 4 |
| Frame | Custom steel |
| Walls and roof | AZDEL composite, no wood in the walls |
| Floor | Plywood |
| Axle | Dexter torsion |
| Brakes | Self-adjusting electric |
| Shore power | 30 amp |
| Water | 12V pump |
Hopper Mini Off-Road Hardware
The off-road list starts with ST235/75R15 all-terrain tires and 14 inches of ground clearance. A Dexter torsion axle and self-adjusting electric brakes sit underneath. Electric brakes need a brake controller in the tow vehicle, so check your SUV or truck for a trailer brake wiring plug. The listing also names dual 2,500 lb scissor jacks and a tongue jack with a roller wheel.
Also, the body adds an aluminum fender, a side-mounted spare tire, and a large aluminum storage box on the front. Trailer tires also behave differently from truck tires on the trail, so read our guide on whether to air down an off-road trailer before your first trip.
Galley, Power, and Sleeping Space
First, the galley has a stainless steel sink with a faucet, a solid surface countertop, and three enclosed cabinets. The maker also lists an outside shower or spray port and a decorative backsplash. Two dome LED lights cover the galley.
A convertible sofa becomes a 6 in memory foam bed. The cabin also has three cubbies, four enclosed cabinets, USB stations, and LED lighting. The listing includes 30 amp shore power and a 12V water pump.
Still, the company describes the line as off-grid ready with solar power. No solar panel and no battery appear in the Mini feature list. The larger XL does list a deep cycle battery, so ask your dealer what the Mini includes.
Hopper Mini vs. XL
Modern Buggy RV sells a bigger sibling, and the XL page shows the gap. The XL weighs 445 lbs more, which is about 39% heavier, and it runs 3 ft longer.
| Specification | Mini | XL |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1,150 lbs | 1,595 lbs |
| Length | 12 ft 6 in | 15 ft 6 in |
| Sleeps | 4 | Up to 4 |
| Battery | Not listed | Deep cycle with disconnect |
| TV | Not listed | 32 in smart TV |
| Roof rack | Not listed | Rated 800 lbs |
Both trailers also share the same tires, clearance, jacks, and axle type. The XL trades the lightest weight for more length, more features, and a battery.
What This Means for You
I drive a 2025 Chevy Colorado ZR2, so my first question about any trailer is what it does to my truck’s numbers. Start there. The maker says almost any SUV tows it. Your owner’s manual sets the real limits for tow rating and tongue weight.
For me, 1,150 lbs is the headline. Our off-road teardrop camper roundup lists dry weights from 1,200 to 2,750 lbs. If the Hopper Mini holds 1,150 lbs as a dry weight, it sits under the lightest of those. A common rule puts tongue weight near 10 to 15 percent of trailer weight, so expect roughly 115 to 170 lbs on the hitch until the maker publishes a figure.
Gear then adds weight quickly. Water alone weighs about 8 lbs per gallon, and our piece on the overlanding payload problem shows how small items add weight. Still, a lighter base trailer leaves you more room for the rest.
Before you commit, ask your dealer for five things:
- The price and any dealer fees
- The gross vehicle weight rating and the tongue weight
- Whether 1,150 lbs is a dry weight or a loaded weight
- Whether a solar panel and battery come standard
- Whether the final production trailer matches the listing
If you are still comparing options, our guide to camping trailer features explains which ones matter most.
Since the listing includes 30 amp shore power, a power cord and a surge protector are the first hookup items to price. A Camco 25 ft 30 amp power cord and a Progressive EMS-PT30X surge protector cover both. Neither comes from the maker, so confirm what the dealer includes.
Shore power hookup gear
Progressive Industries EMS-PT30X Portable RV Surge Protector
Final Thoughts
As a squaredrop trailer, the Mini looks good in the listing. I like the 14 in of clearance and the all-terrain tires, since they suggest the company built it for dirt roads and not only for campgrounds. Still, I want the weight rating, the tongue weight, and a price before I say more.
Watch the maker’s page for updates. Until a dealer confirms the open items, treat the listing as a first look and not a buying guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Hopper Mini weigh?
The maker lists 1,150 lbs. It does not say whether the figure is a dry weight or a loaded weight, so confirm it with a dealer.
Does the Hopper Mini have a price yet?
The maker lists no price on its Hopper Mini page. Use the dealer finder on the maker’s site to ask for a quote.
How many people does it sleep?
The maker says it sleeps four. Its convertible sofa turns into a 6 in memory foam bed.
Is the Hopper Mini built for off-road use?
The maker lists all-terrain tires, 14 in of ground clearance, a torsion axle, and a side-mounted spare. We have not tested one, so those are listing claims.
Which vehicles tow it?
The maker says almost any SUV tows it. Check your own tow rating and tongue weight limit, because the maker has not published a weight rating for the trailer.
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