The 2026 Northern Lite 10-2EX LE is a full-size truck camper. It checks off many of the boxes regarding comfort and utility. For me, at least.
Come along and see for yourself.
RV times are a-changing
“Right-sizing” is the new “downsizing.” At least for me. When I casually mention the idea of perhaps, maybe, someday, possibly downsizing from our 40-foot fifth wheel, my husband shudders at the notion. So, I’ve decided to use the term “right-sizing” instead.
We’ve loved our fifth wheel RVs. However, things have changed. Our lives have changed. Times have changed. Even RV camping has changed since we first dipped our toes into the wandering lifestyle.
We’re older now. We’ve experienced a few health glitches. That’s to be expected, I guess. Fellow work campers have called it quits, and we’ve cut back on work camping, too. Our grandkids are also older. Their interests have expanded to include much more than camping weekends with grams and gramps. That’s to be expected, as well.
Camping isn’t as simple as it once was, either. I miss the days of driving until three o’clock and only then beginning to hunt for a campsite. Back in the day, booking a site didn’t mean hovering over the laptop, waiting for reservations to open up at midnight for a camping spot six months to a year in advance!
Right-sizing
All of these changes make me think that it’s time for right-sizing our RV choice. Many RVs that used to feel too cramped now surprisingly seem right-sized. Like a truck camper. Forget sprawling floor plans that require extensive maintenance and upkeep. Smaller footprint means less to clean! No slides translate into fewer mechanical issues.
I was first drawn to the 2026 Northern Lite 10-2EX LE (Limited Edition) because I was curious about the company. Turns out, Northern Lite is a Canadian company with more than 35 years of experience in manufacturing RVs. Read on to see what I learned about the Northern Lite 10-2EX LE for 2026.
Behind the walls
This camper uses Northern Lite’s two-piece fiberglass clam-shell construction. The company says this reduces seams and helps keep water out. The floor, walls, and ceiling use block foam insulation, and the jack brackets are under-mounted aluminum. This model carries a six-year structural warranty.
Key specs
- Overall length: 218 in.
- Overall width: 98 in.
- Overall height: 106 in.
- Interior headroom: 80 in.
- Dry weight: 3,510 lbs.
- Fresh water tank: 40 gal.
- Gray water tank: 40 gal.
- Waste tank: 18 gal.
- Hot water tank: 6 gal.
- Propane: 40 lbs.
- Queen bed: 60 x 80 in.
- Dinette bed: 40 x 75 in.
- Price: $82,934
Interior and living space
Getting into the 10-2EX LE truck camper is easy because of the unique step system. It would be a bit easier with an integrated handrail, but that’s just me. The high headroom helps visually expand the interior space. The layout is straightforward, and with the cabover queen bed, it doesn’t feel overly cramped.
I appreciate how the designer makes good use of every inch. You’ll find storage solutions in every nook and corner, so no worries about packing food and clothing for a weekend or even a longer stay.
Kitchen
The kitchen is compact, but it has the basics. Northern Lite equips the 10-2EX LE with a deep stainless steel sink, a three-burner stove with oven, and a microwave. There’s also a 6.3-cu. ft., two-way fridge, with an 8-cu. ft. 12V fridge available as an option. Because we tend to prepare most meals outside, the kitchen setup is quite doable for us.
I was pleasantly surprised at the hardwood cabinets and full-extension drawers in this camper. Metal hinges, pulls, and solid construction say “quality” to me.
Living space
The dinette area feels compact, yet purposeful. The solid hardwood table would work well if you needed extra prep space, worked remotely, or enjoyed games with your travel buddy.
Bath
The dry bath is a real highlight for me. Northern Lite redesigned its truck camper bath to separate the toilet from the shower. The shower includes a built-in shower seat and a multi-positional shower rod, which provides more elbow room in the shower. There’s also a medicine cabinet with a mirror and a sink. Yes, the bath is small. However, I am not ready to give up a personal commode and shower as we attempt to “right-size” our RV.
I particularly liked the position of the bath. Its placement near the entry door means easy access without tracking through the entire rig.
Bedroom
The bedroom is a classic cabover setup, but in my mind, it’s executed well. The 60 x 80-in. queen bed gives the camper a more residential feel, and the over-cab arrangement keeps the floor plan efficient. The bed is surrounded by storage compartments, and you’ll find charging ports in this area, as well.
Overall take
I believe the 2026 Northern Lite 10-2EX LE is a strong choice for RVers who want to downsize (or right-size) to a premium truck camper. This model is built for year-round weather, smart storage, and cozy comfort. Could it be the right-sized camper for you? Leave a comment below.
Here’s a video walkthrough for this RV.
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I’m thinking that camper is in a one ton dually truck category. At 3,500+ dry, I’d be hard pressed to use a single rear wheel truck.
I was just going to post that. But hey, they are trying to sell $80k+ campers!
In the 1970’s my parents bought a 3/4 ton pickup and a truck camper. No bathrooms included back then and you caught a sink’s grey water in a bucket. They loved it. I inherited it (okay, paid my mother a nominal sum after my father died). It was great, but had to sell it during the late 70’s gas crisis.
The problem with truck campers today are the RV parks that won’t accept them. No such problem with our 21′ TT and mid-size SUV.