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Bowlus trailers were the first all aluminum travel trailer and were designed by Hawley Bowlus.

Bowlus trailers are made of riveted aluminum panels attached to welded steel tubing, similar to aircraft construction methods of the 1930's, and so are extremely lightweight.


1935 Bowlus Road Chief #149

We have recently restored our beautiful 1935 Bowlus Road Chief travel trailer #149.

Looking from the galley into the trailer.


This is the Living Room with the interior all put in. The pattern is very similar to the original patterns that I have seen in other Bowlus with a leaf or floral pattern in subtle shades. The accordion is my great grandfathers.


This is the dining area from another angle. Storage under the seats and the table is removable, as you can see there is also a dining light over the table.


This shot highlights the lounge on the starboard side of the trailer. The battery and storage is under the couch/lounge. You can see the birchwood roof in the galley and the front door.


You can see the rear sink and drawers and the V beds in the bedroom area.


This shows the rear bedroom with the door closed. You can see on the right the toilet, opposite is the sink and drawers.


Looking onto the end of the V beds, a little light and fan.


The 2010 Tin Can Tourist Spring Gathering.


The largest gathering of Bowlus trailers since 1935!


Pulled by our 1961 Citroen ID19