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2025 Grand Design Transcend Xplor 221RB
by Grand Design
Full Specifications
General Info
| Manufacturer | Grand Design |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Year | 2025 |
| Category | Travel Trailer |
| Subcategory | — |
Dimensions & Weight
| Length | 24.5 ft |
| Width | 8 ft |
| Height | 10.5 ft |
| Dry Weight | 3,700 lbs |
| GVWR | 7,200 lbs |
| Hitch Weight | 480 lbs |
| Cargo Capacity | 3,500 lbs |
Engine & Chassis
| Fuel Type | N/A |
| Engine | — |
| Chassis | — |
| Horsepower | — |
| Fuel Capacity | — |
Living & Off-Grid
| Sleeping Capacity | 10 |
| Slide-Outs | 0 |
| Awning Length | 12 ft |
| A/C | 15,000 BTU |
| Furnace | 20,000 BTU |
| Fridge | 2-way (LP/Electric) |
| Fresh Water | 55 gal |
| Gray Water | 21 gal |
| Black Water | 33 gal |
| Solar | 300 W |
| Battery | 200 Ah |
| Inverter | 1,000 W |
About the 2025 Grand Design Transcend Xplor 221RB
The travel trailer remains America's most popular RV type, and models like the 2025 2025 Grand Design Transcend Xplor 221RB from Grand Design illustrate why. It delivers remarkable living space relative to its price point while leaving your tow vehicle available for daily driving.
Stretching 24.5 feet from bumper to bumper, a width of 8.0 feet and 10.5 feet in height, the 2025 Grand Design Transcend Xplor 221RB has a dry weight of 3,700 lbs, and a gross vehicle weight rating of 7,200 pounds, leaving you 3,500 lbs of cargo carrying capacity.
Families will appreciate the generous sleeping capacity of 10, with bunk beds, convertible dinettes, and a master sleeping area all contributing to the count. The 2025 Grand Design Transcend Xplor 221RB delivers enough room for the whole family to spread out after a long day of hiking, swimming, or exploring.
Off-grid capability is well supported thanks to 55 gallons of fresh water capacity, 21 gallons of gray water holding, a 33-gallon black water tank. Energy management is handled by 300-watt solar charging capability, 200 amp-hours of battery storage, a 1000-watt inverter for household AC power. 15,000 BTU of air conditioning handles warm-weather comfort, and 20,000 BTU of furnace output tackles chilly evenings. A 2-way (LP/Electric) refrigerator keeps provisions fresh on the road and at camp. The 12.0-foot awning creates a shaded outdoor area that becomes a favorite gathering spot at camp.
Towing the 3,700-pound 2025 Grand Design Transcend Xplor 221RB demands adequate tow capacity from your truck. and a tongue weight of 480 pounds that your hitch must support. The fully loaded GVWR of 7,200 lbs is the number to match against your tow vehicle's rating.
The 2025 Grand Design Transcend Xplor 221RB carries an MSRP of $96,000, positioning it squarely in the mid-range of the Travel Trailer market where competition is fierce and buyers expect solid value. Truck owners looking to add serious camping capability without buying a motorhome will find the 2025 Grand Design Transcend Xplor 221RB an excellent travel trailer option for the whole family.
All things considered, the 2025 Grand Design Transcend Xplor 221RB from Grand Design 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 Grand Design Transcend Xplor 221RB is a versatile travel trailer that delivers spacious camping comfort at a fraction of the cost of a motorhome.
Tank capacities of 55/21/33 gallons (fresh/gray/black) allow for extended dry camping. The interior is finished with residential-quality materials including vinyl plank flooring, solid hardwood cabinet doors, and designer fabrics.
An 12-foot power awning and exterior speakers create an ideal outdoor living space. With an MSRP starting at $96,000, the 2025 Grand Design Transcend Xplor 221RB is an exceptional value in the travel trailer market.