RV review: Sneak peek at the new Brinkley Model G 3250—Don’t call it a toy hauler

Today’s RV review is of the forthcoming Brinkley RV Model G 3250 (pdf). Brinkley RV currently has three major product lines, the Model Z AIR travel trailers, the Model Z fifth wheels and the Model G. Thus far, everything under the “G” designation has been a toy hauler. A big toy hauler.

These are triple-axle units with large garages capable of hauling larger toys like side-by-sides—that sort of thing. 

They also have developed a reputation for having very plush interiors, not something typical of a toy hauler. 

What you have here is the bones of the Brinkley Model G 3950 but with a lot of the back removed. The parts that remain include the drop-down patio deck, the three-axle chassis and even a generator with a gasoline tank, though that generator can also feed from the propane tanks. 

The back part where the toys had gone has been cut way down in size and Brinkley put in a countertop under which there are drawers and a wine cooler. You see, you have a space for a party back here. But, like a mullet haircut, there’s also work. So business in the front, party in the back. But, well, it’s all in the back. And it’s not anywhere near a mullet. 

What I’m going on about is the fact that there’s also a desk back here. That desk is on a power lift mechanism so you can have a seated desk but also a standing desk. Nice!

There’s also a sliding window between this space and the main living space, so you could prepare meals or snacks in there and pass them back here to where the party is. Interestingly, these sliding window panes can be lifted out—and Brinkley even provided a cabinet in which to store them. This company is very, very detail-oriented. 

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Main living space in the Brinkley Model G 3250

Inside, you’ll find a very pleasant interior and one with some more innovative features.

The kitchen on this is toward the back of the main living space and features a U shape. A counter runs along the back wall of this space under that window with the removable panels, so you literally could pass things back and forth. 

Someone at Brinkley is thinking because, not only are all the components top-drawer, but then there are these top drawers. Well, not really drawers, but they do flip down from below the cabinets and that’s where you have spots for utensils and such. Typically, this is not a space that I’ve seen used in cabinets—but it’s used here and used very well. 

Another place where they’ve done things unusually is in the dining space. I detailed this in my story about the Brinkley Model Z 2900, but know that it can be a bar, dining table or another desk. 

You can get this with either a U-shaped lounge or a seating system with dual recliners. Know, though, that if you move a lot, that lounge is going to become tiresome with all the maneuvering you’ll have to do to get the opposing slides in. 

Power options in the Brinkley Model G 3250

Interestingly, this comes with a GE household refrigerator, which flies in the face of many newer RVs coming with 12-volt refrigerators. But Brinkley has a different idea. First of all, this fridge has an Energy Star rating for efficiency of operation. Most 12-volt DC fridges do not. 

For power, there are 800 watts of solar standard on this rig with a 60-amp charge controller, so you could add more if you wanted. There are also 200 amp hours of lithium battery aboard as standard from the factory. You also get a 3,000-watt inverter, but Brinkley is doing one more thing that sets it apart. 

This also comes with a DC-DC charger so you can rig up your tow vehicle to charge the batteries as you’re shuttling down the road. Depending on the tow vehicle, this could provide a tremendous amount of power—much more than the solar alone. 

Oh, and then there’s that dual-fuel generator on board, as well. 

I will say, I have my trepidations about GE appliances in general and am particularly wary of residential refrigerators in moving vehicles. However, as for powering it, you have one incredible system. 

It’s not a toy hauler

I have been wanting a patio deck RV for years. There are lots of buyers who want that open-air patio deck and this is configured to take full advantage of that. It can haul smaller toys like bikes or kayaks, but it’s not really a toy hauler, per se. 

As for other details, they are similar to the ones I explained in the Brinkley Model Z 2900 that I wrote about recently regarding construction, suspension, and that sort of thing. So, if you haven’t read that review, check it out as I think it’s worth learning more about how this company builds things. 

There are nifty drawers under the outside pass-through for additional storage, which I’ve never seen before. Plus, the cord reel is on a 12-volt power actuator. 

Oh, and this has those power-operated gate valves, as well. 

I think this answers the question that some of us have asked and, seeing this, I hope more manufacturers adopt this type of configuration. In fact, the first place I have seen a travel trailer that has a drop-down patio ramp is with the Ember RV 240TKR, which I crave. This Brinkley is way more RV than I would ever want myself. But I know there are folks who will gobble this up. Different strokes and all. 

My thanks to Josh from Bish’s RV for the video and several photos in this article.

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These RV reviews are written based on information provided by the manufacturers along with our writer’s own research. They are based on information from a single unit and may not reflect your actual experience. Shop your RV and dealership carefully before making a buying decision. We receive no money or other financial benefits from these reviews. They are intended only as a brief overview of the vehicle, not a comprehensive critique, which would require a thorough inspection and/or test drive.

Tony comes to RVtravel.com having worked at an RV dealership and been a lifelong RV enthusiast. He also has written the syndicated Curbside column about cars. He also works closely with a number of RV manufacturers to get an inside look at how things are done and is a brand ambassador for Rockwood Mini Lite with his wife, Peggy.

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