Any Skoolie over 35 feet is considered full-size. Full size Skoolies provide plenty of space and storage for 3 or more people, with endless possibilities for customization.
Experience the freedom of energy independence with off-grid solar solutions designed just for Skoolies. Here we’ll guide you through every step of the design process from estimating power consumption to finding the right solar panels, batteries and other components. We take the guess work out the process by building a solar+storage solution for you! You’ll also get a close-up look at why Renogy is the industry leader in mobile energy systems powered by the Sun!
Bus Length (ft)
35 - 45
Tank Capacity (gallons)
60 – 100
Bus Width (ft)
7.5 – 9
Passanger Capacity(ppls)
≥81
Family of 4
Designing the right solution starts with understanding how much power you’ll need off-grid. Renogy’s Consumption Estimator shows typical power consumption for some common electric appliances you might find in a full-size Skoolie. The estimator shows 6-8 kWh of power consumption for a family of four on a Skoolie adventure.
Kitchen
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Rated Power
Usage Time
kWh Per Day
900W
30min
450Wh
2100W
60min
1050Wh
500W
10min
85Wh
800W
5min
64Wh
800W
5min
64Wh
100W
24hrs
1200Wh
Heating / Cooling
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Rated Power
Usage Time
kWh Per Day
2000W
120min
2600Wh
100W
120min
150Wh
Frequently Used
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Rated Power
Usage Time
kWh Per Day
1750W
15min
559Wh
10W
180min
240Wh
1800W
15min
292.5Wh
Office & Entertainment
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Rated Power
Usage Time
kWh Per Day
20W
180min
36Wh
60W
180min
99.8Wh
70W
120min
140Wh
We’ve made it easy by doing the design work for you! Renogy puts the power of energy independence in your hands with a solar + storage solution built to power a full-size Skoolie. Just check out our animated design tutorial to see how it works. Then learn more about how Renogy’s high efficiency solar panels and high-capacity batteries can power your off-grid adventures for years to come!
9.6 kWh
Storage Capacity
Renogy’s 200AH lithium iron phosphate battery with Bluetooth can store plenty of energy for our Skoolie. It’s only half the weight of its lead-acid counterparts and can be safely discharged to 80% DOD (Depth of Discharge) providing more available power when you need it most. And Bluetooth connectivity lets you monitor battery status on your mobile device!
5 Year
Battery Life
Our state-of-the-art batteries have a cycle life of more than 2000 cycles, with a lifespan four times longer than lead-acid batteries. For most users that adds up to more than five years of battery life!
1260 W
Solar Panel Array with Room to Grow
This Skoolie is powered by 4 Renogy 320-watt panels for a total system capacity of 1260 watts. Renogy’s MidNite Classic MPPT Charge Controller lets you stack multiple charge controllers to expand your system as energy needs grow!
3 WAYS
to Charge
Our mobile solar + storage solution has built-in flexibility to recharge your batteries with your start battery, solar panels, or grid power. You can even use these charging methods together to minimize the charging time and get fully charged in 6 hours.
KEY PRODUCTS
320 Watt
Monocrystalline Solar Panel
Monocrystalline Solar Panel
MidNite Classic MPPT
Charge Controller-150
Charge Controller-150
12V 40A DC to DC
On-Board Battery Charger
On-Board Battery Charger
4× 12V 200Ah Lithium Iron
Phosphate Battery w/ Bluetooth
Phosphate Battery w/ Bluetooth
3000W 12V Pure Sine Wave
Inverter Charger w/ LCD Display
Inverter Charger w/ LCD Display
WIRING & ACCESSORIES
2× Solar Connector Waterproof In-Line Fuse Holder w/ Fuse
Solar Y Branch Connectors MMF+FFM Pair
Solar Panel to Charge Controller Adaptor Kit
Solar Double Cable Entry Gland
MMMF+FFFM Pair
MidNite MNEDC-Quad Enclosure For 1-4 Solar Panel Mount Breakers
MidNite Breaker MNEDC100
2×
Battery to Charge Controller 4 AWG THHN Cables
Battery to Charge Controller Tray Cables for 3/8 in Lugs
6× Copper Battery Interconnect Cable for 5/16 in Lugs
Battery Inverter Cables 5ft 4/0 AWG for 3/8 in Lugs
2× 2ft ANL Fuse Cable with Double Ring Terminals for 3/8 in Lugs
60A ANL Fuse Set w/ Fuse
2× Battery Inverter Cables 5ft 4/0 AWG for 3/8 in Lugs
Get $500 instantly applied to your order at checkout when you purchase this solution designed for full-size Skoolies.
* This offer can be used in conjunction with other available discounts.
* This offer can be used in conjunction with other available discounts.
$500 Instant Discount
NEED TO BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY
50A Fuse
350A Fuse
Fuse Block
4P Bus Bar x 2
Battery Switch
5Ft 6AWG Battery Charger Cable (Input Terminal ) x 2
5Ft 10AWG Battery Charger (Negative Output ) Cables
System Voltage:
12 VDC
Battery Type:
Lithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Storage Capacity:
9.6kWh
Cycle Life (0.2C, 25°C):
2000 Cycles, 80%DOD
Maximum Continuous Charging Current:
400A
Nominal AC Input Voltage Range:
90 - 138 VAC
Nominal AC Output Voltage Range:
100 - 120 VAC
Nominal Output Current Range:
5 - 75 A configurable, 5A intervals
Alternator Input Voltage Range:
8 - 16V
Max.Solar Input:
12V @150 VDC (25°C), 1300W
Continuous Power:
3000W (Surge 9000W)
DC-DC Rated Max Power:
500W
Charging Time:
AC: 10Hrs / AC+Solar: 6Hr / Solar + Starter Battery: 11Hr
Get $500 instantly applied to your order at checkout when you purchase this solution designed for full-size Skoolies.
* This offer can be used in conjunction with other available discounts.
* This offer can be used in conjunction with other available discounts.
$500 Instant Discount
Will Watson and his family dreamed of taking life on the road to explore the country by bus. They spent more than a year and a half converting a school bus into a home where they would have the freedom to live comfortably anywhere, even off the grid. Check out their video story.
