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• Well-thought-out interior with plenty of room for passengers and their belongings, handy fold-flat third-row seat, impressive handling for its size, great crash test scores.
• Poor fuel economy, V8 needs more low-end torque, some low-grade interior materials, ride gets harsh on rough roads.

The King Ranch receives a chrome-tipped exhaust pipe, and the Limited's wood steering wheel moves to the options list.

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Roomy on the inside and agile out on the road, the 2006 Ford Expedition is a solid choice among full-size SUVs.

Cost to Drive Cost to drive estimates for the 2006 Ford Expedition SSV Fleet 4dr SUV (5.4L 8cyl 4A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.55 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Vehicle overview.

A general sense of dissatisfaction spread over Fordland in the mid-'90s when it realized that GM held a monopoly on full-size SUVs with its Tahoe and Suburban. With SUV sales booming and consumer trends pointing toward a desire for bigger and more powerful vehicles capable of hauling as many as nine passengers or more than 100 cubic feet of cargo, Ford found itself without a competitive edge in a hot market niche. When the redesigned F-Series pickup debuted for 1997, Ford engineered a proper large SUV on its platform.

The Ford Expedition was introduced with much fanfare that same year, finding favor among buyers whose only other choices were GM SUVs built on the decade-old C/K pickup frame. The Expedition was stiffer, powered by more modern overhead cam engines, and sized to slot nicely between the SUV twins from Chevrolet and GMC. For 2003, the Expedition was completely redesigned. Bigger, more comfortable, more refined and easier to drive, the redesigned Expedition competes favorably with the SUVs from General Motors, Nissan and Toyota, offering family-friendly features and creature comforts not found in competing vehicles. There is plenty to like about the super-sized 2006 Ford Expedition, and those shopping for such a vehicle will certainly want to take it under consideration.

Performance & mpg

All Expedition models come standard with a 5.4-liter V8 that makes 300 horsepower and 365 pound-feet of torque. Although a little sluggish down low, this engine is extremely smooth, quiet and rich in midrange torque. A four-speed automatic transmission is standard across the line; all trims are available with either two- or four-wheel drive. A heavy-duty rear differential gives the Expedition a maximum tow rating of 8,900 pounds.

The Ford Expedition received double five-star ratings in front crash tests performed by the NHTSA. All Expeditions come standard with four-wheel antilock disc brakes enhanced with Electronic BrakeAssist and Brakeforce Distribution. Optional safety systems include a tire-pressure monitor system, side- and head-impact protection for first- and second-row passengers and the AdvanceTrac stability control system with Roll Stability Control for added protection against rollover accidents.

The Ford Expedition's fully independent suspension and rack and pinion steering system provide solid handling for a vehicle of its size. It still feels like a big SUV, but the steering is nicely weighted and body roll is well controlled around turns. The ride can be a tad harsh on rough roads, but overall, it's a comfortable cruiser. The torquey V8s from Nissan and GM still have the 5.4-liter beat when it comes to power, but Ford's V8 is tops in refinement.

Expeditions seat anywhere from seven to nine passengers, depending on whether you go with captain's chairs or bench seats. Sticking with the 40/20/40 second-row bench seat will allow you to scoot the middle section forward for easier access to a little one. The Expedition's 60/40 third-row seat is one of the more comfortable in the full-size SUV class and it folds flat with a quick and easy release handle.

2006 Ford Expedition models

Six trim levels are available on the Ford Expedition: XLS, XLT, XLT Sport, Eddie Bauer, Limited and King Ranch. The base XLS model is decently equipped with a front bench seat, a CD player, air conditioning, a third-row seat, automatic headlamps and full power accessories. The XLT offers a few more comforts, including running boards and a rear air conditioner, while opening up all the desirable options. The XLT Sport version adds tubular step bars, Shadow Gray exterior trim and a revised grille. Those seeking even more features can choose the Eddie Bauer model with leather upholstery (optional on XLT models), automatic climate control, memory seat controls and an in-dash six-disc CD changer. The Limited adds unique wheels and exterior trim, eight-way power front seats with heating and cooling, and plenty of wood trim. The King Ranch package includes unique interior and exterior trim, higher-grade leather seating, wood interior trim and upgraded alloy wheels. Options include a load-leveling air suspension, second-row captain's chairs, a CD-based navigation system, a rear DVD entertainment system, a power-folding third-row seat and tire-pressure monitoring.

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Cherry king ranch, it saved her life, so i bought another o, overall good vehicle, rest in peace, sandy. we'll miss you., 2006 expedition highlights.

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NHTSA Overall Rating

• Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Overall Not Rated Driver 5 / 5 Passenger 5 / 5
• Side Crash Rating Overall Not Rated
• Side Barrier Rating Overall Not Rated Driver Not Rated Passenger Not Rated
• Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings Front Seat Not Rated Back Seat Not Rated
• Rollover Rollover 3 / 5 Dynamic Test Result No Tip Risk Of Rollover Not Rated

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Real RV Fuel Economy – Fleetwood Excursion

One of the biggest campfire questions has to be What is the Fuel Economy of your RV ? or What is the MPG of that RV ? Calculating the MPG or Fuel Economy of your RV is a pretty simple task, but ask one of these questions around the campfire and you’re likely to get a fisherman style story!

I’m not saying I’ve never done it, we’ve been calculating our RV MPG for years with our Monaco Vesta (you can see that info here: gonewiththewynns.com/vesta-fuel-economy ) Nikki has occasionally caught me exaggerating when chatting up our RV fuel economy. What I have not done is tell a giant lie like “our 40 footer gets 16 Miles Per Gallon!”….come on people that’s just ridiculous.

So how do I calculate the MPG or Fuel Economy of my RV?

If you’re good at keeping a log there are plenty of apps that make tracking MPG, price, miles driven, etc. a breeze as long as you remember to do it at the pump. We’re not that disciplined (usually after dropping a couple hundred bucks at the pump the last thing on my mind is filling out a questionnaire).

I keep track of all my receipts, notate the RV Mileage, and file away in a box above the driver’s seat.

The Computer on your RV is not a MPG calculator, it’s more like a video game…its made for entertainment purposes only! This little computer can’t monitor every detail about the fuel consumption of your RV, but it can help you get an idea of your RV’s best engine RPM and teach you not to have a lead foot or perform “jack rabbit” starts at the stoplight.

Below are my Miles Per Gallon calculations for Roy, our 2014 Fleetwood Excursion 33d. If you don’t have an Excursion you can take these calculations and guesstimate for just about any similar size, weight, and shape of RV that’s using a Cummins engine. Keep in mind we are towing a Smart Car which has a small footprint and weights a lite 2,000 pounds. We also keep the speed between 55 mph and 60 mph, so if you have a heavy right foot your MPG will likely be much lower. Before we departed Indiana our RV was weighed in at 24,500 pounds loaded (with with all our gear and the tanks approximately half full) and our tire pressure was adjusted for maximum performance and safety.

05/2014 – 08/2014 Conklin Fuel Supplement Test: Flat, Boring and Hot as Hell!

Route: Bardstown, KY to Walnut, IA (via MI and da UP) 17,047 Starting Mileage 19,392 Ending Mileage 2,345 RV Miles Driven 276.749 Gallons of Diesel Used $1,030.74 Total Diesel Cost 8.48 MPG Sub-Total 34 hours of generator use 17 gallons of generator fuel consumed (approximate) *7 gal of DEF used (approximate)

9.02 MPG for the Fleetwood Excursion with my Conklin Diesel Fuel Supplement test

I have done a few things “wrong” in this test that most likely influenced the readings:

• In my other tests I haven’t really used the drivers A/C, but this stretch of travel was extremely hot, so I pretty much rant the A/C non-stop on the “MAX” setting. I’m sure this has thrown off the MPG reading.
• Conklin recommends changing the fuel filter after using the 4-Power D but I feel unless I needed a new fuel filter the expense of this service will cost far more than what I would save in MPG; so I didn’t spend the money on a new fuel filter & service.
• Our diesel engine is barely broken in at 17,000 miles, so I’m guessing the engine is pretty clean, so maybe an older RV will benefit more from these supplements?
• It’s nearly impossible to know the amount of fuel consumed by the generator unless you document every device run, including the watts, time run, etc while using the generator, but I’m not that patient.
• Filling the DEF is a pain and some places don’t have it, so I just made note of the DEF reading at the start and finish of the MPG test, so that’s why it’s “approximate”.

I wish I could have reported a 1-2 MPG increase but it’s not the case with this test. So compared to my other RV Fuel Economy readings it doesn’t seem that the Conklin products helped me achieve better MPG. I’m not saying the products don’t work, and I’m sure the lower MPG reading can be attributed running the HVAC in the drivers area. Please know Conklin has run their own tests and they stand behind their claims about performance, value and longevity; and when I flip through their website it seems they have plenty of happy customers that claim better fuel economy and cleaner engines. If you use any fuel supplements in your RV tell us about it in the comments below.

Just for fun here’s the Smart Car info for the same time frame:

1182 miles driven 32.94 gallons of Premium Gasoline 35.89 MPG for our little Smart Now if only we could have a diesel Smart car here in the states…now that would be AWESOME fuel economy to report. Till next time we’ll keep truckin’ along and trackin the RV fuel economy. Please share your RV make, model, year, size and MPG in the comments; we love comparing RV Fuel Economy readings.

01/2014 – 02/2014 Big Winds, Mountains and Desert

Our Excursion has a liquid urea tank so I decided to make my first Miles Per Gallon calculations based on 5 gallons of DEF. We filled up in Wichita Falls, TX as we headed north towards the Rocky Mountains. We battled a gnarly head wind for around 30% of the drive and a severe cross wind the remainder of the nearly 1000 mile trip to Breckenridge, CO. We also drove in the Rockies with giant climbs and descents…so to say this is an unbiased real world test would be an understatement .

Route: Dallas, TX to Breckenridge, CO to Cloudcroft, NM to El Paso, TX 12,679 Starting Mileage 14,261 Ending Mileage 1,582 RV Miles Driven 169.448 Gallons of Diesel Used $28.12 approximate DEF Cost 9.34 MPG Sub-Total 10 hours of generator use (approx) 5 gallons of generator fuel consumed (approx)

9.62 MPG for the Fleetwood Excursion based on this first test

I have done a few things “wrong” in this first test:

• I didn’t reset all my MPG, miles driven, etc on my CPU to get an accurate idea of the bias of my on board MPG CPU. I did reset the average MPG upon my first fill up and snapped this photo at the end of this MPG test, surprisingly it’s fairly accurate at 9.8 MPG.

• I didn’t fill the DEF full for the test, so I don’t know exactly how much DEF I’ve used.
• I didn’t notate my starting generator hours so all I have is an estimated run time.

Overall I’m pretty happy with the 9.62 MPG , especially considering our route and how Mother Nature didn’t help us out any! I wish there was a way to increase the MPG of an RV but other than a more streamlined and aerodynamic design, or maybe an electric hybrid RV, I’m not sure it’s going to get much better anytime in the near future. Check back soon as I’ll be updating regularly throughout our trip.

03/2014 – 05/2014 Hills, Plenty of Flat and “Mountains”

This time we drove through the Hill Country of Texas, the higher elevation of Birmingham Alabama, and the Blue Ridge and Smokey Mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee. Needless to say there was some pretty big up and downs on this route so it’s interesting to see how these hills affected the Fuel Economy of our RV. Same driving habits as before: 55mph, no a/c, towing a Smart car, etc.  Fredericksburg, TX to Birmingham, AL to Boone, NC to Bardstown, KY

2014 Fleetwood Excursion 33D

14,998 Starting Mileage 17,047 Ending Mileage 2049 Miles Driven 202.73 Gallons of Diesel Used $758.22 Cost of Diesel Fuel $31 ½ tank of DEF – approx. 6 gallons 10.11 MPG Sub-Total 7.2 Hours of Generator Use (78.5 -85.7) 3.6 Gallons of Generator Diesel Consumed (approx)

10.29 MPG for the Fleetwood Excursion based on my second fuel economy test

To add a little fun to the total MPG of our RV we’ve also logged the fuel economy of our Smart Car. Realistically we should be combining the MPG of these two for our overall trip fuel economy…after all we purchased the Smart car specifically to tow behind the RV so we could easily explore the adventures waiting outside of the campground. It’s only fair to combine the number right?

2009 Smart Car ForTwo

30,566 Starting Mileage 32,037 Ending Mileage 1,471 Smart Car Miles Driven 35.83 Gallons of Premium Gasoline Used $137.78 Cost of Gasoline

41.05 MPG for the Smart ForTwo Convertible

What’s most interesting is the RV industry is not required to deliver any sort of EPA regulated numbers, you know: like a car!

So when you ask your RV salesman “ what kind of Miles Per Gallon does this RV get ?” when he answers it’s most likely a big fat guess… or worse …a bold faced lie. In my opinion this is one of the major downfalls to the RV industry; but leave it to bloggers, writers and forums to test, document, and report on their real RV MPG . A little searching online and hopefully you can find some real world Fuel Economy on the RV of your dreams.

Share your RV Make, Model and MPG below in the comments; let’s make it a little easier for people to find this valuable information. If you don’t have an RV tell us which one you’re interested in and maybe we can help with finding the MPG for you. If your 40 footer really gets 16 MPG please tell us how you do it 🙂

Disclaimer : We were not compensated for this post and as usual our comments, data and math skills are all based on our experience with our Fleetwood Excursion and the RV industry as a whole.

Famous for my "how-not-to" videos, and typically the man behind the camera, sometimes I’m forced to be here in the “spotlight”. When you see my face you’re probably reading something more technical than adventurous, but either way I do my best to tell it like it is and infuse my opinions into the commentary…after all this is a blog and not MSN.

Comments (124)

Hi there ,appreciate your posts and the info therein. We have a 1993 Fleetwood Coronado 30′ on the chevy p30 frame with a 454 engine a d 4l80 tranny. Our first big trip,frpm Northeast Mo out to Kelowna BC and back was 4700 miles,we towed a small trailer with our dresser harley on in ,approx1400 lbs.We tried to keep our speed to a conservative 60 mph and were able to average 9 mpg with a low of 7.8 and a high of 11.We didnt run the genny much at all so it probably wasnt a factor and we Did run the dash a/c almost everyday,We crossed the rockies in Canada and in the US and over ranges as well,we are very satisfied with our mh’s performance,also used reg gas and synthetic motor oil.

peter holdack

I assume you are using US gallon calculations. I always mention imperial or US gallons when I talk about gas mileage. I improved my gas mileage by changing from the stock ford muffler to a free flow walker. It also sounds a lot better and it gets the heat away from the engine more efficiently. Thx, Pete. P.S. We have a 2014 34 foot south wind with the Ford 3 valve 5 speed engine /trany.

Have a 2007 Fleetwood 40X with a Caterpillar C7 engine, no DPF, no DEF. I can get 9.5 to 10 mpg on the highway (flat ground) at 55 mph and no toad. Towing a 24 ft car trailer (weight 6200 lbs) at 60 mph I get ~8.5 mpg. Mileage when new was closer to 7.5 mpg and started to get better once I got > 10,000 miles.

Thomas Green

I had tried to ask this before, so here goes again. Why did you guys switch from Diesel to Gas RV?

We explain the switch here: https://www.gonewiththewynns.com/story-behind-our-rv-design

On mileage, internal features (three living zones) and comfort, we decided on a Roadtrek 210P with the Chevy chassis. We average 16-18MPG at speeds from 50-70 MPH. We also rented a 19′ Sprinter and got better.However, the difference in fuel costs (87 octane gas) versus diesel, the Sprinter diesel saved us about 5% in actual fuel costs. The comfort difference was palpable and certainly not worth a 5% fuel cost gain. To delve further, a gallon of DEF is about $11 plus freight and shipping. This adds about 1/2 cent per mile to the operating costs of the diesel engine. We decided against the Sprinter – too small. We opted for the 210P because it was consistent with my life philosophy which is “everything in moderation.” After about 60 days and 15,000 miles, we’re doing fine.

In our pursuit of a 32-34 foot Class A Motorhome we are amazed that the warranty on the engine and suspension system only covered a one year warranty. Even if it’s an all Ford or Freightliner package. That does not say much for the hope & expectations of the consumer paying as much for a popular RV unit as a home. The depreciation on a new or nearly new RV is extreme. But the question is, do you want a Class A Motorhome or not!?! We have had a trailer or two for over 25 years. I was surprised to see you driving a gas unit, instead of a diesel. I’m hoping you elaborate on the noted differences of up hill climbs and down hill speed controls of you V10 gas rig. I noticed on your video (after you crossed into Canada) that the front end sounded real noisy, as if the front end was not strong enough. Maybe that was just loose stuff you had on the dash or counters. I could write a short novel on all the questions I have, but I’ll be merciful. Thank you for sharing you lives. Are you coming thru Seattle? Cheers, Jim

Hey Guys really love your smiles and energy ) I have an older 34′ Gulfstream , its a plain coach with no slides or exra features ….but it was my first love and has a 190hp cummins motor undersized for towing but it consistently gets 14mpg ….and is great on its own. We just take bikes and explore that way. I am searching now for something nicer as many slides as i can get 3 or 4 would be good and i dont mind a 40′ rig what blows me away is how inexpensive used diesel pushers are…… why would anyone by a new one when they depreciate so quicly…I am negotionating on a Tiffin Allegro bus that sold new for 280k and 8 yrs later its gonna go for around 100k doesnt need DEF and the low mileage on a diesel is hardly even broken in….. Really looking forward to your alaska trip… we will be doing the ALCAN also next year with friends so we will be following your Blog closely Thanks Guys and Safe Travels

Okay, this is probably a dumb question, but why is your tow car using gas when you’re towing it?

It doesn’t.

Thank you Nikki. I must have misunderstood what I was reading then. Also, a big thanks to you both for your vids and information. My cousins just told me about your site and I’ve been glued to it for days reading, watching your vids, and enjoying the great information you’ve provided.

We’re looking at the possibility of RVing full-time so I appreciate your info and love your style of creating vids. Because I’ve been watching them back to back for a couple of days, you can totally see the difference from when you first started until now and how creative you both have gotten with your delivery. Quite entertaining! 🙂

It’s all a lot of info and even my eyeballs go crossed every once in a while when looking at everything. Thanks for the love and yes, we have gotten much more comfortable with being in front of the camera over time. Its kinda weird to look back at some of our super old stuff sometimes but fun. We were so stiff in the beginning!

Good article. I use a Bluetooth ODB2 adapter with the $10 Torque Pro App for Android to log our trips and provide a lot more details on the engine operation than the dashboard on our Thor Ace 30.2 provides. I average about 8.5 MPG regular gas with the V10 Ford motor. I also discovered with the app why the outside temperature gauge on our RV trip computer was always wrong. It’s the air intake sensor instead of the ambient air sensor. I’ve checked the MPG accuracy manually 2 times and the ODB2 adaptor and Torque PRO are very accurate. It will work with your smart car too. Excellent Android phones like the Moto G cost ~$150 and can be a dashcam, trip logger, remote camera, and traffic aware GPS all in one. The Waze App has frequently steered us around long accident delays and warned us of hazards on the road ahead. I work in IT and love electronic gadgets.

If gasoline stays below $2 per gallon for years and diesel remains $1 per gallon more that gas I wonder if more people will choose gasoline engine RVs over diesel?

Curt Gibson

I’m from the future. Gas did not stay at 2/gallon.

My ’99 Fleetwood Discovery 37V with 275 hp Cummins would get 8 – 10 mpg. It didn’t seem to matter what I towed or if the terrain was flat or mountains. But if I went over 62 mph, I could drop to 8 mpg. I now have a 2011 Discovery 40X with a Cummins 380. She seems to. Be more sensitive to towing and terrain, but speed is still the biggest factor. I drive 62 MPH towing a Silverado Z71 crew cab. I do not try to keep weights down. I keep tanks full and carry too many tools and toys. We even travel with our St Bernard! I get 8 MPG, which is ok. The BEST mileage I got was 7.3 MPG on a three month trip to Alaska. The worst mileage I get is when it is parked in the driveway and I get zero MPG.

Ha Ha, that driveway mileage is terrible! I will make a note of that. 🙂

Jason, Really well written article, good to know what to expect. Thanks!

2014 Forest River Georgetown 351 DS.

Interstate Driving-6.8-7.0 Suburb/Suburb Driving-6.0 Mountains & Hills-5.0 (the scenery is well worth the drop in fuel economy)

Spent 2 months driving Washington and Oregon state dropping down into Northern California. Drive a 2008 Newmar Dutch Star 4035 with Cummins 425hp and Allison 6 speed, towing a Jeep Wrangler. Never saw mileage above 7 mpg. But man does it move, like a 40 ft. hot rod, or at least it felt like it.

ha ha, you may not have great mpg’s but at least you are cruising! Nothing worse than feeling under-powered in the mountains!

sheryll McManus

Greetings, I love your website! I am a single lady, a young-ish 70, who is starting to look at motor homes. My purpose would be to travel with my 7 lb. poodle and cat, maybe once every other month. I am a concert pianist, so I would arrange concerts ahead of time in various places. This way, I could get a tax break on my trips. Also, I think it would be great to meet my single woman friends along the way for some fun trips as well. I know nothing about these vehicles, so have basic questions:

1) Is gas or diesel preferable? 2) What kind of maintenance would I have to do, or can I get someone at the RV park to do everything (I’m not into mechanical doodlings) 3) Do they all come with generators as I’d need one, especially leaving the animals inside some of the time. 4) Somewhat concerned about safety travelling alone. It would freak me out to be in bed and have someone knocking on the door! Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I live in Tucson (just moved there 2 1/2 yrs ago) so that is my home base for now.

Thank you very much!

Sheryll, sounds like an RV would be a great fit for you! The concert/girls trips would be lots of fun. These are some fully loaded questions to which I can’t answer all at once (I would be way to long and would become a post instead of a comment). I would suggest spending some time on our RV’in page as you will find the answer to most of these questions. https://www.gonewiththewynns.com/rvin If that isn’t something you are interested in doing, we offer chat sessions where we can answer all kinds of questions in the time span of an hour vs. lots of hours spent typing back and fourth. You can find the info on chat sessions here on our contact page: https://www.gonewiththewynns.com/contact

Rhonda Fleming

Hi Jason and Nikki! Great to see you both and visit a bit at the Pomona RV show! Don’t know if you’re still checking this post or not, but I am weighing (so to speak) the 33D Excursion with the 300 Cummins vs. the Winnebago Forza (35′ 6″) with the 340 Cummins. Do you think the larger engine would impact the fuel mileage for the better or worse? Both vehicles have the same gross weight rating. Thanks so much for all you do.

A larger engine will likely impact the mpg, my guess would by 1-2 mpg. You’ll also want to consider the Excursion sits lower to the ground which means less wind resistance while driving. Also you’ll want to check the “empty factory weight”, our Excursion is 21,945lbs, my guess is the Forza weighs more which means the actual carrying capacity would be less than the Excursion and the additional weigh will cause the MPG’s to go down a bit more. Its all very confusing, and a total paint to wrap your head around, but your due diligence will pay off. Let us know what you end up with.

Great job Wynn’s. We recently upgraded from a ’95 Bounder 28′ to a 2013 Excursion 33A. Interesting that I use the TRIP MPG and Instantaneous MPG same as you. I retired abut a year ago and we’ve only made 2 long trips. First from Sacramento through the 5 Utah parks and home, about 10 MPG towing Geo Tracker. Many high passes along our route which really suffers the MPG. And second Sac up the Oregon coast to Portland without towing visiting many breweries along the way. Back home down I-5 which is pretty flat, 11.3 MPG. Note these MPGs are based on gals at fill up and not the computer since it’s 1/2 to 1 MPG optimistic. I like to drive 55 (required when towing in CA) using the cruise-control.

Thanks for sharing Brad! Is the Excursion getting better fuel economy than your Bounder did? Just wondering…

Thanks for the response Jason. The Bounder was a Ford chassis with a 460 ci V8. I hadn’t checked the Bounder mileage in some time. When it was new it got about 9-10 MPG, but that had gone down considerably over the years. I had a spark plug wire go bad and was running on 7 of 8 cylinders for awhile (really hard to climb hills at that time). Just a guess, but I think I was getting 6-7 MPG at 55 to 65 MPH. I’m really pleased with the Excursion mileage.

We too are pleased with the Excursion MPG, and according to the Fleetwood engineers we’ve spoken to the Bounder should get 10%-20% lower fuel economy than the excursion…so sounds like you were right on with your guess.

I should have have checked my facts a little more, of course the US Gallon is less than a UK gallon so taking this in to account we pay about $5 more per US gallon

This is one of the biggest issues in Europe and the relative small number of American RV’s on the roads of Europe. The punishing taxes on fuel would put the 72.3 Gallons in the $800 bracket.

Most Petrol RV’s coming in to the UK/Europe and usually converted to LPG which more matches US prices of course you cant do the same with Diesel

We pay around nearly $12 per gallon about 80% of this is taxes.

Its a shame as most people I meet in the European motorhome world aspire to an American RV and most certainly those full timing choose an American RV.

Saying all this, there has been since 2005 a massive increase in size of European Motorhomes as younger people come to the market and families who demand more space.

So the American RV is starting to look more attractive not least with the more modern RV’s being much more to European Style and Fuel Consumption improving the gap between a large European and an American RV is narrowing

In fact our confidence was gained on a German 8m (27ft) (big for European standards) motorhome doing around 19mpg the step up to an American RV does not now seem such a big step

I just can’t believe anyone would want a large RV in Europe! We have spent many months exploring Europe via Mini-Van and even that sometimes can be too large for some of those hairpin turns and old castle walled streets.

Julie Bennett

We haven’t been documenting how we tow in such detail (ie. weight, conditions etc) but we have so far found the following:

2012 Tiffin 35QBA (gas class A coach) Average mpg: around 7.5mpg when we are fully loaded and towing a Mini Cooper convertible on a tow dolly, at elevation (CO). Driving speed average 55-65 mpg. We did get 8.5mpg driving it empty at lower elevation.

2006 Mini Cooper S Convertible Average: 30mpg approx

Total average: around 18.5-19mpg combined

We are slow campers so now that we are on the west coast, won’t be traveling as many miles in the coach, more in the Mini. For now!

THANKS JULIE! Love to hear the scoop. If you get a minute head over to our towing post https://www.gonewiththewynns.com/how-to-rv-tow-car and let me know what you like/dislike about your dolly. We’ve heard people that love them and people that absolutely despise them. Glad you’re on the road!

We really enjoy your posts! We found you from following the bread crumbs (or composting toilet crumbs) from the RVGeeks blog.

Recently completed a cross-country trip from Washington State to Maryland and back (5750 miles round trip), so lots of terrain variety. 2014 Tiffin Phaeton 40′ with Cummins ISL 380. Calculated MPG of the MH – towing a 2014 Honda CRV – was 9.58. Highway speeds were between 60 and 65 MPH on average, but never over 65 MPH.

Tim, AWESOME! Thanks for sharing. So happy to hear the mpg’s of your Phaeton were so high.

we’ll not a rv person but getting the bug.Been in 18 wheelers for over 30 yrs Own cats in 80 and 90 ahhh my 550 hp got 6.0 mpg that 80000 ills at 70 or 75 miles phr.500 hp cummins bout the same anywhere for 5.5 to 7.0 mpg.Yall don’t get surge charge that’s why stuff is so high.Truckers are getting help with there fuel or there be no trucking. Take care enjoy reading bout y’all’s travels over 4 million miles my self and one wore out butt. Gregg

We’ve met many truckers who decided to purchase an RV and drive a little more leisurely once they retired! We love camping next to truckers, they have the most wild stories.

Love the idea of sharing fuel mileage in the comments!

1999 Rexhall Classe A (32ft) with 82000km on it (52000miles). On a recent trip with a good mix of highway and city driving, we averaged 10.52mpg. Seeing other comments here makes me wonder if I can do better 🙂

10.5 MPG is pretty darn good Patrick. Thanks for sharing.

Greg & Lynn

Hi, we have a new winnebago via and get 15 mpg on a couple of trips (no towing) nice power from this rig.. The old rig (view) got 17mpg year in and out.. but wow, the price is nuts on mercede’s platforms. Good handling and just the right size for a couple..

We would love to travel in the Via, that size is perfect little get around RV…but didn’t work for our full time needs. We’d love to get 15 mpg!

I was SOOooo heartbroken, after having had illusions of grandeur to live the rest of my life in a 28 foot used RV.. only to find that the best I could get was 5-6 miles per gallon.. I tried 2 different units and could not live with the idea that any thought of “Cost Effectiveness” could be achieved. So now.. i just pack up my Kia Van and travel to the closest Motel 6 and enjoy at least the savings… PS.. the Am/PM’s along the way do not make up for the convenience of pulling over, bit alas… I can’t have everything.!

Gilbert, sounds like you have found a way to make it work but if you decide to look at RV’s again, check out the class B+ as they have the best mpg we have seen. Some get 19-20 mpg.

We have a 2000 F250 7.3L with 262,000 and tow 2013 (36′) Montana 3150RL(4mos) with average of 10-12.5mpg. Our best did get close to 16 with tail wind. This trailer has rounded front whereas our 2004 Savoy (28′) was a flat square box killing our avg mpg was 8-10. Love towing 5th wheels. In two weeks we start our trek north to Indy and beyond for 5-6 mos. Like the comment miles per month……… Glad to get 10-12!

Tom, thanks so much for sharing! Now if only there was always a tail wind!

We average 16mpg towing a 1984 34′ Airstream International with a Honda Odyssey.

Unhitched, the Ody returns 25mpg (highway). Once the kids are older I am planning to replace the Honda with a Mercedes Diesel.

I have a 05 odesy and I only get 15 mpg hi way towing nothing at all. What year is yours ???

Bill our #FleetwoodRoy is a 2014 model. If you want to know more about Roy (our RV) read here: https://www.gonewiththewynns.com/roy-the-rv

Peg Crowell

We are loving our (new) 2007 Leisure Travel Van 23′ Serenity diesel and getting 15 MPG towing the Honda Fit. It was an adjustment downsizing from the Vesta but worth it. Looking forward to the ‘Roy’ commentary video.

OK we tow a 31′ Airstream trailer 7100 lbs. When we towed with our Chevy Avalanche we got 10 mpg towing and 19 without. We just purchased a new 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 Texas Edition. We just drove 500 miles in hill country with average speeds of 65. We average 12.8 mpg towing and 22.8 without. Not bad for gas engine.

Ginger, that is pretty good! Thanks for sharing!

Richard Hubert

One thing further about your Fleetwood sponsorship – because of this I have now considered Fleetwood much more seriously in my RV Class A shopping than I did before – so they have already achieved their goal with you – to increase awareness of Fleetwood out in the marketplace. And after doing further research on the brand, visiting dealers and comparing models I am fairly impressed with them. But still very interested in your thoughts. Thanks

Perfectly timed comment Richard! We are shooting a video soon on the best and worst features of our excursion!

Since there are several comments here about people’s current travel plans and wanting to meet or get together with you or others, people should be aware of a new site which will help accomplish that – RVillage.

Recently started it allows members to join groups, assign friends and enter travel plans so others know where you will be when. All free. Started with the help of the Technomadia folks. Looks good!

So how does Roy’s mileage compare to what you got from Windy?

And while comparing your 2 RVs – how do you like the Fleetwood vs Monaco overall? I have seen your initial videos when you picked up Roy, but virtually no other comments since – other than about needing a better bath sink faucet. I know you don’t want to “bite the hand that feeds you” and say anything negative about Fleetwood, but you were open and honest in discussing Windy’s pros and cons and am hoping to read the same about Roy. Since you are long term professional full time RVers we value your opinions about life and equipment on the road. Keep it up!

Richard you can see all of Windy’s MPG reports here: https://www.gonewiththewynns.com/vesta-fuel-economy . I am sure it seems like longer but we have only lived in Roy for 4 months now and it takes time to test everything and document the info. We had 3 years with windy to document. We do have a post and video we are working on with our thoughts on the best and worst of the excursion. That should hopefully answer most of your curiosities on quality and such. So far we have been surprised at how well the coach has handled and held up to our rigorous use.

Good to know about Fleetwood – thanks!

Looking forward to your new video.

Also – just an idea – you could do another “day in the life” video except this time with Roy. My wife and I – and I am sure many others – really enjoyed that video and all the details you worked into it. Anyway – for your new video you could cover a lot of the pros/cons of Roy while doing another very entertaining and informative video of daily life in your RV.

Finally – hope you guys are working on a book about all your adventures and travels. Think it would be fascinating.

Thanks Richard, We would love to do another ‘day in the life’ video with Roy. Please understand the original video took an entire week to produce, so it will take us some time to produce another one of these pieces.

Karsten Askeland

I realize that there is no comparison between a Class B & Class A RV. But three of the things I considered before purchasing my Class B were:

1. Full economy 2. I didn’t want to tow 3. I wanted to be able to drive & park just about anywhere.

I never really checked my mileage until I had to make a run to Kentucky to pickup my daughter a few months back. Travelled on all Interstate Roads.

Distance travelled before first fill up: 729.6 kilometres Average speed: 100 KPH (63 MPH) Diesel fuel consumed: 19.2 US gallons KPG: 38 M per US Gallon/H: 38/1.6 = 23.75 MPG

I started with full propane tanks (16 US gallons) and full fresh water tanks (30 US gallons)

And that ladies and gentlemen is why I bought a Class B.

Granted I travel alone and have plenty of room for me and my camera to explore North America.

And … I seldom travel the Interstate Highways when I do my travelling. So my best guesstimate would be around 18-20 MPG on a regular trip.

Karsten, we love the class B’s because they are so stealthy and you can park anywhere! Thanks for sharing your mpg’s.

Just curious, what model B do you have, Karsten?

Well I sure thought we would be getting a little better fuel economy moving up to a diesel rv…but hey we bring everything under the sun with us so can’t complain. We have a 2005 Winnebago Journey 40ft with a Cat C7 350 hp towing a 4dr Jeep Rubicon (4,300 lbs). We average 6.4 to 7 mpg. I’m not a slow driver either mostly I drive 65 to 68 mph on interstates.

I have heard that the Cummins Diesel’s are much better on fuel economy than Cat, that’s why Cat got out of the highway engine business, not to mention the new Def requirements.

Still wouldn’t ever go back to a gasser…I love the torque and ability to tow/carry what we want.

I have a ’97 Dodge diesel pickup which generally gets 18-19 mpg highway, by itself. When it tows my 28-foot 5er, it falls to 12-13 mpg.

That said, wind can make a huge difference. No fish story, one day I got nearly 16 mpg towing with a 30 mph tailwind—and another day, less than 10 mpg against a wicked headwind.

It’s great to follow you guys on your travels. We have a 2013 Fleetwood Excursion 35B. On our last trip to Utah. Strong head winds and rain and snow. Mpg 12.3 . We left the toad at home. So cal to parowan Utah and back. Keep up the good work.

Andrew Silver

Hi Jason, we enjoy following you guys from Frisco, TX. We have a 31ft 2012 Fleetwood Storm 32BH gasser – we get 7 mpg no tow, even with a Scangauge and 55-60mpg. Fortunately gas (for now) is ~10% less than diesel. Using Gasbuddy helps save us a lot, esp with some advance planning. We use a simple estimate for our fuel trip cost: number of miles to our destination + 10% = return cost in dollars.

Thanks for sharing Andrew! Its always difficult to hear a 30′ gas coach getting under 9MPG, I know there’s gotta be a way to increase that. In due time I’m sure.

Coopers Mom

Hurry and get that Gas Vs Diesel video up…I am shopping and still on the fence gas vs diesel…will be 2 old ladys driving across country…many questions

We too have so many questions about it. We are planning to test drive a few gas class A RV’s and speak with the professionals from Fleetwood at the Du Quoin Rally in June. Sorry to say the earliest we can get up this video will be July/August. Wish we could do it faster for you. Our go to response is: Do you plan on spending lots of time in the mountains? Do you plan on towing a car up these mountains? If your answer is yes then go for the diesel as it has more torque and can manage mountains much more easily and safely. Of course it depends also on how big/heavy of an RV you plan to purchase (the bigger/heavier the worse the gas engine will perform in the mountains). If you don’t care for the mountains then save yourself the cash and go with gas!

Craig Hendrickson

2003 Holiday Rambler Scepter cummins ISC 350 diesel weighing in at 30k loaded and pulling a 5000 pound buick enclave. Average 8-9 mpg driving 64mp depending on terrain.

Seems your fleetwood will be better once broken in.

#FleetwoodRoy has only 14,000 miles on it so far…so he’s just a baby still. Not sure we’ll be with him long enough to see the engine broken in.

Our 2008 42 ft. Monaco Dynasty (4 slides) with the 425 hp Cummins weighs in at 40,029 lbs. We pull a CR-V weighing 3,400 lbs. We always bring the tow vehicle when we travel. Over the 7 yrs. and 65,000 miles, including the 500 hrs. on the genny and use of the diesel Aqua-Hot system, we have averaged about 7.2 mpg.

I have noted the hour usage of the genny and Aqua-Hot on each receipt just for my own observation.

I usually start looking for a station at 1/2 a tank and try to never fall below 1/4 of a tank. The worst recorded mpg was 4.5 and the best 9.8 mpg. The wind and terrain is your friend and/or enemy! LOL!

Safe travels.

George Mauro

On a side note; do not trust your fuel gauge right down to E!

I ran out of fuel when my gauge said 1/8 of a tank remaining. After an emergency refuel delivery, I had four separate roadside assist mechanics come try to restart, all failed!

Now I’m out $1200 and had it towed to the nearest CAT dealer.

2013 Winnebago 31WP w/ V10 – 9mpg average towing Jetta TDI.

Both our cars are Jetta diesels, so we don’t mind paying higher price for diesel for them. I’m a fulltime planner/dreamer presently…..we may be there in 3 years.

If we ever wanted another coach, I’m decided not to spring for a diesel model. All perks aside….too much cost.

Thanks for sharing Paul, it is more expensive to do everything on a diesel so I understand your point.

Sunday, I ran from New Orleans to St. Augustine in a 34′ 2003 Georgie Boy Pursuit. The Ford V-10 has proven to be a great engine. I filled up in Biloxi Ms. and ran straight through. 8.3 miles per gallon. I was not towing, I have remodel and it is much lighter ( although I have not weighed it yet.) I did push the speed a bit and stayed over 62 most of the time. I-10 is good for speed in that area not sight seeing. Be sure to come to St. Augustine!

Thanks for sharing Jim, would love to see you out here on the road…we’re always interested in seeing Georgie Boy RV’s since they’re not made anymore.

Love your site, been following you guys since your HGTV days. Our 2006 Ford F250 diesel gets 17-18mpg while on cruise control at 70mph on the interstate. But, when towing our 2011 27′ Airstream, that my wife & I full time in, we get 13-13.5mpg at a highway speed of 62-64mph. Wish it could be as good as a VW camper, but at least it’s not single digits.

Not bad MPG for towing, it must be due to the aerodynamics of the Airstream trailer?

Love you Guys keep up the good work.I”m not full-time Rving, but me a my wife are planing to do it in the future.Was just wondering the other day how much I would spend on gas and this post is very helpful.We enjoy all your post and video’s and they are very inspiring and helpful.

Thanks from Vancouver Canada

Chris, You can also check out our “Cost of Living Full Time in an RV” article, you’ll be surprised how “little” we spend on fuel compared to food! https://www.gonewiththewynns.com/rv-living-cost

We’ve now been fulltiming for 12 months and 2 weeks but have only covered 7,000 miles. Tiffin Allegro Bus 30,700 lbs plus CR-v toad 3200 lbs. We are never in a rush but we keep out of the way of the trucker as they are working for a living so 55 to 62 mph is about our average. We get 7.1 mpg and it doesn’t matter what we do that’s what it is, up in the Rockies or across the plains. $3750 a year for fuel including the generator, and we are VERY happy campers. Thanks for a great blog.

I didn’t touch on another very important subject…I can’t stand those who say “I can’t drive to that place, fuel is too darn expensive”! That makes me crazy, especially when those people are driving a giant new RV. I digress… Thanks for sharing.

Judie Ashford

We’ve had six recreational vehicles:

1978 VW Campmobile – don’t know; never checked 1987 VW Westfalia – usually about 20-22MPG 1985 22-foot Lazy Daze – ~ 8-9MPG, not towing 1999 40-foot Mountain Aire (diesel) – 9.5, not towing 2005 27-foot Lazy Daze – ~9.5 MPG, not towing 1998 Dodge Sportsmobile – 16MPG – driven separately with above RV’s.

We did actually do a test regarding the fuel used by the generator when we were boondocking in place for a week with the 27-foot Lazy Daze. We filled up at the beginning and the end, and calculated the results. DH = Math Major; these things are exciting to him!

I noticed the other day in our logbook that the Mountain Aire (GVWR of 32,000#) consumed diesel fuel at a cost of $1.29/gallon when we bought it in 2001, and drove it home to Arizona from Florida. GASP!

We work under a new set of rules now – Miles per Month!

Virtual hugs,

miles per month…love it! We too had a Westy: 1985. I think we averaged 15 MPG…not that it mattered because it cost us $500 in service everytime we drove it 1000 miles 🙂 Ahhhh, the joy of old cars!

Bernie Gilles

1999 Fleetwood Bounder 32H with Ford V10. We’ve been seeing 7.9 mpg mixed conditions over last 14 months. I was truly amazed that we got 5.9mpg from Phoenix to Payson Arizona! My Dodge Durango only gave us 9.5 mpg towing a 20 foot tent trailer, so I’m a happy camper!

Considering we’re carrying around an entire house I’m amazed we can get anything over 5MPG! Thanks for sharing Bernie.

Gerry Brentnall

Have kept detailed fuel records on my 37′ 2007 Monaco Cayman since new. Cummins 325 hp ISB. Over 60,000 miles average MPG is 9.84. I have no way to break out the diesel generator usage so the number includes about 800 hours of generator time. Weight on scale: 26,300 pounds (max) plus 3500 pounds toad. I a happy camper. 🙂

Sounds great Gerry, thanks for the info!

Newschool Nomads

Our diesel Chevy truck gets about 12 mi per gallon but that’s combined towing and driving around without the trailer. It gets less when we are towing but I’m not sure what. Numbers make my head spin! – Jenn

That’s crazy, I would just think the truck would get better MPG…but i guess you guys are towing a big 5th wheel with a loaded truck full of kids and pets 🙂

JP Jespersen

1995 Volkswagen Eurovan Camper

20 mpg on freeway.

10 mpg in San Francisco daily gridlock.

haha, gridlock stinks JP!

13 Itasca Navion, 6 cyl Sprinter Diesel. – 15.38 mpg yr avg , includes some diesel generator use

Lucky you Sue! Any tow car?

About 1/3 of the time we tow a Honda Fit.

2004 22 foot Rialta built on Eurovan chassis – 17 -19 depending on speed.

Is that highway or city? Just wondering.

That’s highway. I try to stay at 60 on the highway.

When we hit the road on 4/11/03 (11 years next week!) diesel was cheaper, or about the same, as regular gas… around $1.35/gallon as we recall (ahhh, memories). We’ve watched helplessly over the years as diesel has climbed in absolute and relative price, often well beyond premium gas. We can’t imagine how truckers aren’t marching on Washington in protest! But we digress.

’05 Newmar Mountain Aire, 43′, weighing in loaded at about 19 tons, towing a Honda CR-V weighing around 3,500 lbs. When this RV was brand new, we got a pretty steady 7 MPG, but we’d heard that once the engine is broken in really well, that would go up. We just crossed 57,000 miles, and now that it’s really, really well broken in, we’re all the way up to…. 7 MPG! We’re hoping that since diesel engines last so long, that they’re not really broken in until 100K? Please? We’ve been dreaming of even 8 MPG for the past 9 years!

Faster or slower speeds don’t seem to matter. We tried NEVER exceeding 55 for a couple of months and it didn’t change a thing. Tailwinds do seem to help a bit though. And we’re planning a trip from the top of Mt. Whitney to Bad Water in Death Valley, in neutral, just to see if we can up our economy. lol

Average fill for our 150-gallon tank is about $500, but we’ve come close to $600 (large empty tank x expensive fuel = 2nd mortgage). At least we can comfortably cruise nearly 1,000 miles on a fill.

Jason & Nikki, where are you parked these days? We just wanna visit with you. Honest. By the way, and do you have a locking fuel cap? 😉

Hey Geeks thanks for the details. I too have found the MPG seems to perform the same at 55mph as 60mph; although I’m not willing to try 70mph! Headwinds stink for fuel economy, its painful to watch that little “actual mpg” number go all crazy. We are currently near Charlotte, NC…on the other side of the US…so I don’t think driving over to steal our 100 gallons of diesel will be worth it 🙂 And yes we do have a lock on the cap access. Miss you guys.

One aspect you didn’t touch on…generators that run on diesel! They pull from the same tank as your DP engine. So if your “camping” for a long period of time, your resulting mileage will suffer. And if your in the desert during the summer running the generator to power 2, 3 or 4 roof airs….it won’t be a pretty sight, even if you ARE going downhill!

I did mention the generator in the toggle that includes my actual MPG for the test. You must have breezed right by it!

Sean Rafferty

1996 fleetwood discovery diesel 38′, full of gear, water, wife, 3 small kids and no toad. Wichita KS To Niagara Falls and return; 9.5 mpg at 60ish mph.

Nice Sean! I’ll have to tell Fleetwood.

2003 Itasca Suncruiser, 8.1 L V8 340 hp, 26,000 lb +\-, towing 2010 CRV/ 3500lb +\-, 65 mph avg speed. Last 10 mos driving all types of terrain – avg 6.7 mpg. Selling dealer suggested we would get 10-11 mpg.

dang dealers, can’t always trust those guys (or girls).

Mike Mullin

Chris G – I had a big grin after reading your post…literally minutes before loging in and seeing Jason’s article tonight I had just calculated our gas mileage from our 410 mile run from Spokane,WA to Sunriver, OR yesterday.

Ready for this? 6.7 MPG. Same 8.1 litre engine I’m guessing but mines in a Chev 2500 HD 4×4 pulling our 30ft Skyline Celebrity 5th wheel.

I’m just thankful I don’t have to commute because my truck gets the same 7 MPG (maybe 8 if I’m luck) even when not towing. 🙂

Interesting article, didn’t think about how much work it would be to accurately track MPGs with the generator running! I have to tell you, as someone who travels with 2 dogs, I got a big kick out of the cat hair in the fuel economy display picture! 🙂

yea, I thought it was funny too…I swear that damn hair sticks to everything!

’08 Fleetwood Discovery 40ft towing mini cooper 9.1mpg. In line with other owners

Seriously?!? If we can get 9MPG with 40′ I’m telling Fleetwood we need a bigger RV next time around 🙂 Thanks for sharing.

21 foot Winnebago Travato touring coach (gas), full-timing for 2 months, not towing… Using MileageKeeper app to record all fuel purchases: 15.0 MPG. (Best tank: 19.9, worst tank: 10.5).

Brian, now you’ve got me salivating.

Interesting to note the difference between Diesel and Unleaded.It used to be more economical to run a diesel rig but now with unleaded at around.60 cents per gallon less a gas rig is nearly the same as diesel especially with DEF cost.

We get 7.9 mpg with our 35ft gasser. National Sea Breeze towing a Chev Malibu

Ray it’s also cheaper to service a gas engine vs. a diesel. We are actually working on a Diesel VS. Gas video now…should be interesting.

Way cheaper, I change the oil/filter myself not much more to do to a v-10. My last oil change was less than $40.00. Looking forward to your gas vs. diesel post.

Patrick Sikes

2004 Damon Challenger – Ford V10 – 8.01 average over all our trips including several short FL trips and a 10 day trip from FL to TN.

not bad for such a large gas engine.

Randy Spencer

07 Leisure Travel Vans 23’ Serenity Diesel, 18.2 MPG average, better on highway according to Fuelly.com

thanks for making us feel bad Randy 🙂 I guess its ok…but our last Vesta MPG posts top that (they include the Smart car) https://www.gonewiththewynns.com/vesta-fuel-economy

08 Winnie View, Sprinter Diesel, towing a Tracker. One year full-timing average 14.8 mpg according to “Road Trip” app.

15mpg!!!!! with a tow???? Rub it in why don’t you 🙂

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606th Anti-Aircraft Missile Regiment

606-й зенитно-ракетный полк

Military Unit: 61996

Activated 12.52 in Zakharovo, Moscow Oblast - initially as the 1934th Anti-Aircraft Artillery Regiment for Special Use and from 1955 as the 606th Anti-Aircraft Missile Regiment for Special Use.

1953 to 1988 equipped with 60 S-25 (SA-1) launchers:

• Launch area: 55 40 33N, 38 21 20E (US designation: Moscow SAM site C10-1)
• Support area: 55 40 07N, 38 19 56E
• Guidance area: 55 40 50N, 38 19 05E

1981 reduced to a mobilisation (cadre) regiment - the personnel was demobilised, and the equipment withdrawn to a central storage base - the S-25 battalions were disbanded 1988.

1988 absorbed the 562nd Anti-Aircraft Missile Regiment , and took over it's three S-300PM battalions:

• 1st independent Anti-Aircraft Missile Battalion (Plaskinino, Moscow Oblast) - 55 32 37N, 38 22 22E
• 2nd independent Anti-Aircraft Missile Battalion and HQ (Zakharovo, Moscow Oblast) - 55 40 25N, 38 21 45E
• 3rd independent Anti-Aircraft Missile Battalion (Elektrostal, Moscow Oblast) - 55 47 48N, 38 21 27E

In 2.98 united with the 256th Guards Anti-Aircraft Missile Regiment , and renamed 606th Guards Red Banner Anti-Aircraft Missile Regiment.

In 2000 the regimental HQ was transferred to Elektrostal, Moscow Oblast.

From 2006 the 3rd battalion began conversion to the S-400 (SA-21) missile, and became operational 6.8.07.

The 1st battalion became operational with the S-400 (SA-21) missile in 2009.

Organisation 2009:

• 1st independent Anti-Aircraft Missile Battalion (Plaskinino, Moscow Oblast) with S-400 missiles - 55 32 37N, 38 22 22E
• 2nd independent Anti-Aircraft Missile Battalion (Zakharovo, Moscow Oblast) with S-300PM missiles - 55 40 25N, 38 21 45E
• 3rd independent Anti-Aircraft Missile Battalion and HQ (Elektrostal, Moscow Oblast) with S-400 missiles - 55 47 48N, 38 21 27E

Subordination:

• 6th Special Air Defence Corps , 1953 - 1.6.88
• 87th Air Defence Division , 1.6.88 - 1.10.94
• 90th Air Defence Brigade , 1.10.94 - 1.10.95
• 87th Air Defence Division , 1.10.95 - 1.5.98
• 101st Air Defence Brigade , 1.5.98 - 1.6.01
• 9th Air Defence Division , 1.6.01 - 2009
• 5th Aerospace Defence Brigade , 2009 - today

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Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

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