A travel trailer, is a towable unit that connects to a standard ball hitch located at the rear of the tow vehicle's frame (not the bumper itself), making them compatible with a wider range of vehicles like SUVs and lighter trucks. Bumper pull trailers are generally smaller, lighter, and more affordable than fifth wheel trailers, which are larger, more stable, and require a specialized hitch mounted in the bed of a pickup truck.

For those who purchase either a bumper pull or a fifth wheel and lack a suitable tow vehicle, specialized delivery services are readily available to transport the trailer to its destination, often using "tow-away" or "hotshot" methods with professional, insured drivers