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When looking for our van we looked at layout and weight first and as we fine tuned our choices we ended up with two probables, both with fixed bed. I was tempted to go for the slightly shorter one, (by about 15 inches) thinking it would be that much easier to tow but decided to opt for the longer one at 7.2m as it had the best layout for our needs. Little things like which side the fixed bed is on can be very important.
In practice on the road as NLMS says the difference in lengths is negligable, however we got a bonus on ours with an extra 4 inches of width the year we had ours, that was probably trickier to get used to than the length issue but without doubt it has proved it's worth for us, the extra space inside is great and it's amazing how quickly you get used to the caravan's external dimentions when driving it. My tip, get the basics right first.
Dave
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Never argue with an idiot, they will drag you down to their level and beat you on experience.
Mark Twain.
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Topic: Length of caravan
you just have to watch the cornering a little more due to the extra length. Manoeuvring I find about the same really, but then again, I don't mind that bit at all anyway. Go for what feels best for you 
