The Way Maker - ROG

This is the 2025 Encore RV RŎG 12BH (Survival Series): a lightweight rig that tows easy, fits in tight campsites, and is designed for dirt roads, trailheads, hunting land, state parks, and “let’s just go” weekends. It’s basically a little expedition pod with bunks.

Why people love it

Lightweight + easy to tow: around 2,060 lbs dry with a 3,500 lb Gvwr

Compact size: about 15’ long and under 8’ wide, with 14.25” ground clearance

Legit sleeping setup: queen bed (80” x 60”) plus a bunkhouse bed ~70” x 54”

Real heat + A/C option: 18,000 BTU furnace, optional 11,000 BTU roof A/C

Fresh (potable) water onboard: 27 gallons

Off-grid friendly kitchen: rear slide-out kitchen with 12V fridge/freezer, 2-burner LP stove, sink, and flip-up counter

Survival Series goodies (included)

This package is all about being ready when the campsite is more “trail” than “parking lot.” It includes items like:

Heavy-duty walk-on fenders

Off-grid ladder

Overland tools (axes + shovel) with mounted brackets

(2) 12V LED pod lights

26” LP griddle with exterior mounts/table

Flag + mount, first aid/survival extras, and Survival Series graphics

What to know (important)

This is not a traditional big travel trailer with a full bathroom/black tank system. It’s a purpose-built adventure trailer with fresh water + exterior shower capability and an on-demand hot water system for rinse-offs and cleanup.

Great for campers who want simple, rugged, and flexible—especially if you prefer campground bathhouses or your own portable solution.

The Way Maker – RŎG is for the family who wants the campfire and the stars, the hunter who wants a clean basecamp, or the couple who wants to disappear down a gravel road for the weekend—without dragging a 35-foot spaceship behind them.

Book it, point it toward the trees, and go make a story worth telling.

Here are the detailed specs for the 2025 Encore RV RŎG 12BH — Survival Series (a.k.a. the “tiny tank that wants to go places paved roads fear to tread”).

Core weights + tow specs (base 12BH)

Dry weight (no options): 2,060 lb

Gvwr: 3,500 lb

Tongue weight: 301 lb (tank empty) / 268 lb (with water)

Axle: 3,500 lb torsion axle (rating)

Coupler: 2"

7-way plug + electric brakes: Yes

Dimensions + clearance

Overall length: 180" (15')

Overall width: 95" (7' 11")

Ground clearance: 14-1/4"

Overall height: 74" (roof vent) / 80" (with A/C) / 81-1/4" (with roof rack)

Roof rack capacity: 400 lb (dynamic rating is per crossbar; PDF notes per-crossbar dynamic rating)

Rear receiver capacity: 200 lb

Tanks + Hvac

Fresh water: 27 gallons

Furnace: 18,000 BTU

Roof A/C (option): 11,000 BTU

On-demand water system: listed as “On-Demand Water System – 26 gallons” in the features sheet

Tires / wheels

Tires: ST235/75R15 (Load Range C)

Wheels: 15" x 6", aluminum; full-size spare included

Tpms (tire pressure monitoring system): listed

Sleeping / interior dimensions

Bunkhouse mattress: 70" x 54"

Main mattress: 80" x 60" x 4" queen

Bunkhouse dimensions (brochure): 69-1/2" x 54-1/2"

Interior “LQ” (living quarters) dimensions (base spec sheet): 80" length x 69-1/2" width x 47-1/2" height

Kitchen + electrical highlights (base 12BH)

Rear slide-out kitchen with: 12V 3.3 cu ft fridge/freezer, 2-burner LP stove, flip-up counter extension, stainless sink

Power/charging: 40-amp converter w/charger, USB charge ports, solar prep, TV/sat/cable/Hdmi prep, exterior SAE power ports

LP tank: 20 lb w/ tongue storage; plus LP quick connects outside

What “Survival Series” adds (the good stuff)
Survival Series option weight

Survival Series add-on weight: 110 lb

Survival Series “top features” list (from the brochure)

Survival Series models include:

Heavy-duty walk-on fenders

Off-grid ladder

Chopping axe + splitting axe + overland shovel

Mounting brackets with Quick Fist grips & locks

(2) 12V LED POD lights

26" LP griddle with exterior mounts & table

Flag + flagpole + roof-rack mount

Personal water filtration straw, survival hacks book, first-aid kit

Survival Series graphics