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2025 Coachmen Freedom Express 257BHS
by Coachmen
Full Specifications
General Info
| Manufacturer | Coachmen |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Year | 2025 |
| Category | Travel Trailer |
| Subcategory | — |
Dimensions & Weight
| Length | 17 ft |
| Width | 7 ft |
| Height | 11.5 ft |
| Dry Weight | 6,300 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,700 lbs |
| Hitch Weight | 820 lbs |
| Cargo Capacity | 3,400 lbs |
Engine & Chassis
| Fuel Type | N/A |
| Engine | — |
| Chassis | — |
| Horsepower | — |
| Fuel Capacity | — |
Living & Off-Grid
| Sleeping Capacity | 9 |
| Slide-Outs | 1 |
| Awning Length | 17.5 ft |
| A/C | 13,500 BTU |
| Furnace | 30,000 BTU |
| Fridge | Single-door compressor |
| Fresh Water | 53 gal |
| Gray Water | 32 gal |
| Black Water | 34 gal |
| Solar | 350 W |
| Battery | 150 Ah |
| Inverter | — |
About the 2025 Coachmen Freedom Express 257BHS
The 2025 2025 Coachmen Freedom Express 257BHS by Coachmen is a travel trailer that brings the comforts of home to wherever your truck can take you. Towable RVs offer distinct advantages, and this model showcases several of them beautifully.
Stretching 17.0 feet from bumper to bumper, 7.0-foot width and 11.5 feet in height, the 2025 Coachmen Freedom Express 257BHS tips the scales at 6,300 pounds dry weight, and a gross vehicle weight rating of 9,700 pounds, offering 3,400 pounds for gear and supplies. Thanks to one slide-out, the interior transforms into a surprisingly roomy living space once deployed.
Families will appreciate the generous sleeping capacity of 9, with bunk beds, convertible dinettes, and a master sleeping area all contributing to the count. The 2025 Coachmen Freedom Express 257BHS delivers enough room for the whole family to spread out after a long day of hiking, swimming, or exploring.
Boondocking enthusiasts will value the a generous 53-gallon fresh water supply, 32 gallons of gray water holding, a 34-gallon black water tank. Electrical independence comes via a 350W solar panel setup, 150 amp-hours of battery storage. A 13,500 BTU air conditioner keeps things cool in summer heat, and 30,000 BTU of furnace output tackles chilly evenings. The kitchen features a Single-door compressor refrigerator for keeping provisions cold. A 17.5-foot awning extends your living space outdoors, providing shade and shelter.
At 6,300 pounds dry, the 2025 Coachmen Freedom Express 257BHS requires a capable tow vehicle. with 820 lbs of hitch weight to account for in your towing setup. The fully loaded GVWR of 9,700 lbs is the number to match against your tow vehicle's rating.
Priced at $79,000, the 2025 Coachmen Freedom Express 257BHS sits in the competitive mid-range where buyers get meaningful features without a luxury price tag hanging over the purchase. The 2025 Coachmen Freedom Express 257BHS is an excellent choice for families with children who want everyone to have their own sleeping space on camping trips without the hassle of setting up tents.
All things considered, the 2025 Coachmen Freedom Express 257BHS from Coachmen packs a strong feature set into a well-designed package. It deserves careful consideration alongside any competitor in the Travel Trailer space, and a thorough walk-through will likely confirm its appeal.
The 2025 Coachmen Freedom Express 257BHS is a versatile travel trailer that delivers spacious camping comfort at a fraction of the cost of a motorhome.
Weighing just 6,300 lbs dry with a GVWR of 9,700 lbs, the 2025 Coachmen Freedom Express 257BHS is towable by many half-ton trucks and large SUVs. Inside, the 17-foot layout includes 1 slide-out(s), a U-shaped dinette, and entertainment center with TV prep.
The 2025 Coachmen Freedom Express 257BHS comes standard with stabilizer jacks, exterior utility center, and battery disconnect. At $79,000, it represents one of the best values in its class for families entering the RV lifestyle.