IRON DEN WEIGHT GUIDE

Weight ranges for real Iron Den builds

Clean, honest estimated ranges built for real buyers. No fake precision. Final camper weight depends on bed length, Den style, build level, installed systems, water, gear, and accessories.
See Weight Table Payload Notes
Typical Planning Range
~800 lbs base shell to ~2,100 lbs fully built

Use this page as a planning tool. Final camper weight changes with bed length, systems, batteries, water, cargo, and truck-specific options.

D1 PLATFORM

Weight ranges for D1 builds

Use these as estimated planning ranges only. Final weight changes with bed length, chosen build level, systems, water, batteries, and carried gear.
Typical planning range ~800 lbs base shell to ~2,500 lbs fully built Displayed as an estimate only. Final build weight changes by length and options.
est: Omega base range ~ 800 - 1200 lbs
est: Typical mid-build range ~1,100 – 1,900 lbs
est: Fully built range ~1,500 – 2,200 lbs
Why these are ranges

Real builds change fast once gear gets added

Water, batteries, heaters, storage, kitchens, roof systems, cargo, and bed length all move the final number. That is why Iron Den should show estimated ranges instead of pretending every camper lands on one exact spec.
Payload reminder

Know your truck before you build

Check your door-sticker payload. Add passengers, fuel, gear, water, tongue weight, and accessories. The lighter the starting shell, the more room you keep for your real-world load.
Estimated Weight Table

Typical ranges by bed length and build level

Bed Length Omega Delta Beta Alfa Alfa + Fully Loaded
5.0–6.0 ft ~800–900 lbs ~900–1,150 lbs ~1,150–1,450 lbs ~1,450–1,750 lbs ~1,650–1,950 lbs
6.5–7.0 ft ~900– 1,000 lbs ~1,000–1,200 lbs ~1,230–1,520 lbs ~1,500–1,840 lbs ~1,720–2,060 lbs
7.5–8.0 ft ~950 –1,050 lbs ~1,050–1,250 lbs ~1,280–1,580 lbs ~1,550–1,890 lbs ~1,770–2,120 lbs
Omega mindset
Lightest starting point. Best for buyers who want the shell strength and want to control every pound they add.
Delta / Beta mindset
This is where comfort, power, water, and storage start adding capability fast — and where payload planning matters more.
Important note
Final weight varies by configuration, accessories, batteries, water, cargo, and truck-specific fitment. All numbers shown here are estimated planning ranges only.
D2 PLATFORM

Weight ranges for D2 builds

Estimated planning ranges for D2 builds. Use these to understand real build class before choosing systems and accessories.
Typical planning range ~800 lbs base shell to ~2,100 lbs fully built Displayed as an estimate only. Final build weight changes by length and options.
Omega base range ~580–750 lbs
Typical mid-build range ~1,100–1,500 lbs
Fully built range ~1,500–2,100 lbs
Why these are ranges

Capability adds weight fast

As the build gains interior systems, water storage, climate equipment, battery capacity, and utility gear, the final delivered weight climbs fast. That is normal — and it needs to be planned for honestly.
Payload reminder

Mid-builds are where planning matters

Delta and Beta territory is where buyers start adding comfort and off-grid systems. Verify truck payload, axle ratings, wheels, tires, and towing load before you spec the build.
Estimated Weight Table

Typical ranges by bed length and build level

Bed Length Omega Delta Beta Alfa Alfa + Fully Loaded
5.0–6.0 ft ~800–900 lbs ~900–1,150 lbs ~1,150–1,450 lbs ~1,450–1,750 lbs ~1,650–1,950 lbs
6.5–7.0 ft ~900–1,000 lbs ~1,000–1,200 lbs ~1,230–1,520 lbs ~1,500–1,840 lbs ~1,720–2,060 lbs
7.5–8.0 ft ~950–1,050 lbs ~1,050–1,250 lbs ~1,280–1,580 lbs ~1,550–1,890 lbs ~1,770–2,120 lbs
Shell first
D2 starts with the same honest planning principle: show the buyer the build class before the sales pitch gets ahead of the payload.
Comfort vs load
Every convenience adds weight. That is why this page should stay range-based instead of pretending one exact spec fits every truck.
Important note
These are website planning ranges only. Real delivered weight will change with your exact layout, gear, systems, and truck fitment.
D3 PLATFORM

Weight ranges for D3 builds

Estimated planning ranges for D3 builds. Final weight changes with flatbed setup, build depth, and real-world equipment.
Typical planning range ~1,000 lbs base shell to ~2,500 lbs fully built Displayed as an estimate only. Final build weight changes by length and options.
Omega base range ~1,000–1,400 lbs
Typical mid-build range ~1,200–1,800 lbs
Fully built range ~1,500–2,500 lbs
Why these are ranges

Flatbed and larger systems need honest numbers

Once the platform grows and the build gets deeper into power, climate, bathroom, storage, and expedition equipment, exact one-size-fits-all weights stop being honest. Estimated ranges are the right move.
Payload reminder

Plan the truck and build together

On heavier builds, payload, axle ratings, tires, hitch weight, cargo, and water all need to be looked at together. This page should help buyers think clearly before they commit.
Estimated Weight Table

Typical ranges by bed length and build level

Bed Length Omega Delta Beta Alfa Alfa + Fully Loaded
5.0–6.0 ft ~1,000–1,100 lbs ~1,100–1,350 lbs ~1,350–1,550 lbs ~1,550–1,750 lbs ~1,650–1,950 lbs
6.5–7.0 ft ~1,100–1,200 lbs ~1,200–1,400 lbs ~1,400–1,520 lbs ~1,500–1,840 lbs ~1,720–2,060 lbs
7.5–8.0 ft ~1,200-1,400 lbs ~1,400–1,650 lbs ~1,680–1,850 lbs ~1,850–2,150 lbs ~2,150–2,500 lbs
More structure
Bigger platform, more systems, and more real-world use mean more weight planning — not less.
Mission matters
Water, batteries, kitchen, heat, A/C, storage, and carried gear all stack fast. That is why buyers need the range, not fake precision.
Important note
Use these numbers as a planning tool. Final scale weight is what matters once the build and gear are real.
WEIGHT DEFINITIONS

How to read these numbers

Omega: shell structure only estimate.

Delta: base camper with standard interior and tanks empty.

Beta: adds solar, battery inverter, fridge, heater, vent, awning, and rack class equipment.

Alfa: adds bathroom class features, A/C, more power, and heavier accessories.

Alfa + Fully Loaded: includes fresh water, propane, and carried fuel.
COMMON WEIGHT ADDERS

Real equipment adds real weight

270° awning + approx. 55–75 lbs
Front storage box + approx. 45–90 lbs
Diesel heater + approx. 15–25 lbs
20L water system + approx. 55–70 lbs filled
Battery system + approx. 30–140 lbs depending on setup
Compact galley + approx. 60–120 lbs
Roof AC + approx. 70–110 lbs
These figures are estimated website planning weights. Final delivered camper weight depends on bed length, selected options, battery count, carried water, propane, personal gear, and exact build spec. Always verify truck payload, axle ratings, tire ratings, and real scale weights before ordering or loading.