2026 Merhow Trailers 8009 RWS

Overview

The 8009 RWS delivers a perfect blend of comfort and functionality in a sleek, spacious design. Ideal for travelers who want more room and premium features, this layout includes: Queen Bed with TV prep for relaxing evenings. 68" Jack-Knife Sofa for seating and extra sleeping space. Fully Equipped Kitchen with cooktop, sink, refrigerator, and ample storage. Private Bathroom featuring a shower and closet for added convenience. Entertainment Ready with radio and TV prep built into the living area. Optional 13' Awning for outdoor shade and enjoyment. Smart dimensions with a 114" short wall and 166" long wall for easy towing and maximum interior space. Perfect for weekend getaways or extended adventures, the 8_09 RWS combines thoughtful design and premium comfort to make every trip unforgettable.

Features May Include:

Doors & Windows

• 30" wide escape door with cam bar.
• Radius corner camper door with screen to the lq from outside.
• Square corner entry door with window and without a screen into the mid-tack from the outside.
• Walk-thru door between the lq and the mid-tack.
• Walk-thru door between the mid-tack and the stock area.

Electrical & Electrical Distribution

• Break-away emergency brakes switch.
• Aluminum battery tray with plastic battery boxes.
• 7 way bargeman cord for trailer lights.
• Aluminum hook to hold trailer bargeman cord to road side gusset area.

Frame & Structure

• 3" rubber docking bumper at bottom side of rear hoop.
• Gooseneck coupler set up for a 2 5/16" ball and safety chains.
• 4" cross members commonly on 12" centers.
• Extruded aluminum floor below lq and stock area.
• Extruded aluminum sides in stock area. (optional full slat)
• One piece seamless aluminum roof.
• White, .040 exterior aluminum skin (optional color upgrades)

Jacks

• Single hydraulic jack. (dual leg optional).

Lighting & Electrical

• (1) 12v load light over rear doors.
• (2) sets of led stop/tail lights.
• (2) stall lights in the stock area, installed on the curb side.
• 12v exterior patio light and under goose-neck light.
• 12v lighting in all slide-outs. (models with slide-outs).
• Led clearance lights (16) high and (8) low.
• License plate light.

Running Gear & Brakes

• 0° dexter ez-lube torsion axles.
• Drive on trailer tire changing assistant.
• Electric brakes on all wheels.
• Radial tires with (4) steel wheels & steel wheel for spare.
• Spare steel wheel and tire standard.

Slide-Out

• All slide-out models are equipped with flush-floor slides.
• Models with 12' slide-out contain (2) end windows, (2) picture windows and a slide-out awning.
• Models with 6' slide-out contain (2) end windows, (1) picture window and a slide-out awning.
• Models with 9' slide-out contain (1) end window, (1) picture window and a slide-out awning.

Steps

• Flip up camper step standard at camper door.

Stock Area

• (6) exterior horse ties (3) one each side that are evenly spaced.
• 14' stock area.
• Cut gate in stock area. Set at 6' behind the mid-tack wall, unless otherwise stated in the special notes.
• Interior tie tail on road side between air gaps.
• Rubber mats in stock area and mid tack.
• Tapered inside wheel wells, rubber lined.
• Two air gaps, set up for plexi-glass in stock area.
• Divider wall between the mid-tack and the stock area.

Tack Area

• Mid-tack ceiling is lined and insulated with white aluminum.
• Mid-tack is insulated and lined with ply-felt.
• Pie shaped mid-tack with 3' short wall.

Tack Handling & Storage

• (1) aluminum brush box installed in mid-tack.
• (1) saddle rack and saddle rack location. (in mid-tack).
• (1) set of 8 heavy duty bridal hooks. (installed in mid-tack).
• (3) saddle boss and (3) blanket bars.

Warranty

• 2 year hitch to bumper warranty.
• 8 year structural warranty.

Living Quarter Standards

Bathroom

• 12v manual crank vent in bathroom.
• Sky-dome above the shower.
• Towel bar and toilet paper holder in bathroom.
• Foot flush RV plastic toilet.
• Opaque glass shower door.
• White fiberglass one piece shower.

Bedding

• Deluxe queen innerspring mattress in front bunk. (60"X74")

Cabinetry & Woodwork

• Crown molding in the main LQ, Kitchen and front bunk.
• Drawers below the seating area. (When possible)
• Drawers in the kitchen. (When possible).
• European style cabinet door hinges.
• Laminate counter-tops with wood edges.
• Overhead cabinet above the seating area. (based on floor-plan).
• Solid wood cabinets.
• Solid wood flat panel cabinet doors.
• Solid wood refrigerator front. (8 Cube refrigerators & larger)

Compliance and Safety

• 3rd Party certification. (TR Arnold)
• Smoke/CO/LP detectors & Fire extinguisher.

Décor

• Carpeted front bunk and step tops.
• Decorative panel ceiling. (Soft-touch optional.)
• Linoleum floor in main LQ and bathroom.
• Soft-touch door panel on camper & walk-thru door to mid-tack.
• 4" Tall back-splash at the kitchen counter.

Electrical & Electrical Distribution

• (1) 120V exterior outlet near the camper door.
• 120v outlet near kitchen and bathroom vanities.
• 120v to 12v power converter.
• 12v USB charger near kitchen area.
• 30 amp, 120v power distribution center.
• Removable shoreline cord.
• Roof mounted solar panel prep.
• Single 12v deep cycle battery with battery cut-off switch.
• 3 way switch for bunk ceiling lights.

Electronics

• AM/FM/Bluetooth radio.

Heating and Cooling

• 13,500 or 15,000 BTU air conditioner. (Based on floor plan).
• 19,000 BTU, LP furnace.
• Ducted air conditioning with digital thermostat.

Kitchen & Appliances

• 2 burner, recessed cook-top with glass top.
• 3.3 cube or 8 cube 12 volt only refrigerator. (Based on floor plan.)
• Built in microwave.

Lighting and Electrical

• 12v LED ceiling lights in the bunk, main LQ, and bathroom.
• 12v light on bottom side of the kitchen overhead cabinet.
• 12v light on bottom side of the overhead cabinet @ seating area.
• Sconce lights at the head side of the bed.

LP

• Dual 20# LP tanks with regulator and switch over valve.

Plumbing

• 12v water pump with on demand system.
• 6 Gallon gas/electric water heater with direct spark ignition.
• Black water waste tank. (35 gallons).
• Gray water waste tank. (35 gallons).
• Low point drains for hot and cold water lines.
• Outside water spigot.
• Sewer hose and holder under the front bunk.
• Stainless steel bathroom sink. (based on floor-plan).
• Stainless steel double bowl sink for kitchen. (based on floor plan)
• Stainless steel single bowl sink for kitchen. (based on floor plan)
• Under belly fresh water tank. (38 gallons).
• Water heater by-pass valve.

Seating

• Single seating models standard with a sofa only and dual seating models standard with one sofa and one dinette.

Shades Valances & Window Rings

• Fabric wrapped valance with solid wood ends.
• Picture frame style window rings.
• Pleated, night only shades on all windows.

Slide-out

• All slide-out models standard with flush floor slide.

TV Prep and TVs

• Satellite inlet connection for use with portable satellite.
• TV antenna with booster.
• TV Prep locations per floor plan. (include 120V & coax for TV antenna)