What Kropf does

Kropf Industries is a family-owned manufacturer of park model RVs and park tiny homes, headquartered and operating from a single manufacturing facility at 58647 S.R. 15 in Goshen, Indiana. Founded in 1951 and operating for 75 years, the company explicitly positions itself as a pioneer of the park model RV category, predating the modern 'tiny home' trend. It produces five distinct product series — Eldorado (luxury), Island (mid-range, with 14+ floorplans), Lakeside (entry-level), Canvas, and Canadian (up to 538 sq ft) — all featuring residential-grade construction with premium stainless steel appliances, custom finishes, and configurable floorplans. Pricing for individual units ranges from approximately $103,000 to $110,000 depending on model and customization level.

The company generates revenue through one-time sales of complete park model units, with margin uplift available through customization upgrades. It operates exclusively through an independent dealer network across the United States; customers are routed to local dealers via a 'Find a Dealer' function on the company website, and dealers handle pricing, customization consultations, transactions, and after-sale support. Marketing relies on the company website with interactive exterior, living room, and kitchen visualizers, Facebook and YouTube presence, and trade show participation (multiple 2025 Show Units were displayed).

Kropf has remained privately held with multi-generational family leadership and no identified institutional investors, funding rounds, M&A activity, patents, awards, or third-party partnerships in the available data. The company serves individual destination-camping and tiny-home consumers, resort operators, and dealers across the U.S., with the Canadian Series suggesting some cross-border reach. Headcount is reported at 101–250 employees, and the business is actively operating with 2025 and 2026 model year products in market.

Name

Kropf

Legal name

Kropf Industries

Website

https://kropfind.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1951

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Kropf Industries is a family-owned Goshen, Indiana manufacturer of park model RVs and park tiny homes, producing five product series (Eldorado, Island, Lakeside, Canvas, Canadian) sold exclusively through independent U.S. dealers since 1951.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Manufactured Park Model RVs

NAICS

Travel Trailer and Camper Manufacturing (336214)

SIC

Motor Homes (3716)

akta.pro primary industry

Manufactured Housing / Mobile Home Park Management (BPAJAFAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

RV Parks & Motorhome Resorts (THAMAJAA)

Keywords

• Park model RVs
• Manufactured park homes
• Destination camping units
• Modular mobile homes
• Residential park trailers

Headquarters

HQ city

Goshen

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Park Model RV Sales: Kropf generates revenue through the manufacture and sale of park model RVs. The company sells complete units through dealer networks, with pricing varying based on model series, floorplan selection, and customization options. The one-time purchase model represents the primary revenue stream.
2. Customization Options: Additional revenue generated through extensive customization options including premium finishes, appliances, and design upgrades. Pricing ranges from approximately $103,000 to $110,000 depending on customization level and dealer.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Kropf Industries designs and manufactures park model RVs (residential-grade mobile homes) across five product series: Eldorado (luxury), Island (mid-range with 14 floorplans), Lakeside (entry-level), Canvas, and Canadian (up to 538 sq ft). Units are sold exclusively through a nationwide independent dealer network and feature quality construction, customizable floorplans, premium stainless steel appliances, and custom finishes for destination camping, vacation homes, and alternative housing use.

Product overview

Kropf Park Model RVs is a manufacturer of park model RVs and tiny homes, operating as one of the largest park tiny home manufacturers in the U.S. for 75 years. The company offers a multi-series product portfolio consisting of five distinct park model lines: the Eldorado Series (luxury top-of-line), Island Series (mid-range with 14 floorplans), Lakeside Series (entry-level practical), Canvas Series (canvas-constructed models), and Canadian Series (larger 538 sq ft models). All models feature residential-level comfort with customization options including premium appliances, custom finishes, and various floorplans. Pricing ranges from approximately $103,000 to $110,000 depending on model and customization.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Eldorado Series Top-of-the-line luxury camping park model RV with the most extensive list of standard features, multiple floorplans, and customization possibilities in the Kropf lineup. Targeted at buyers seeking premium destination camping units.
• Island Series Mid-range park model RV series with 14 floorplans, quality construction, personal customization options, and an extensive list of standard features with many upgrade possibilities. Targeted at buyers seeking a balance of quality, customization, and value.
• Lakeside Series Entry-level park model RV series styled for practical functionality with standard features and numerous finish options to meet comfort needs at a lower price point. Targeted at budget-conscious buyers seeking entry into the park model category.
• Canvas Series Park model RV series featuring canvas construction elements as part of the comprehensive Kropf product lineup. Targeted at buyers seeking canvas-based park model configurations.
• Canadian Series Park model RV lineup with up to 538 square feet of living space offering endless comfort and customization, with options to choose from existing floorplans or custom layouts. Targeted at buyers seeking the largest floorplan options in the Kropf lineup.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Skyline Champion: Skyline Champion (NYSE: SKY) is a leading U.S. producer of manufactured homes and modular housing, with park model RV offerings through its Champion Homes brand. Comparable to Kropf in factory-built dwelling manufacturing, dealer-based distribution, and product breadth.
• Nobility Homes: Nobility Homes (NASDAQ: NOBH) is a Florida-based manufacturer of manufactured homes and modular buildings. Comparable to Kropf as a smaller, established niche manufacturer of factory-built dwellings, though primarily focused on Florida retirement and residential markets.
• Forest River: Forest River is a Berkshire Hathaway subsidiary and major manufacturer of RVs including park model RVs. Comparable to Kropf in producing towable recreational dwellings for destination camping, though Forest River operates at substantially greater scale across the broader RV market.
• Cavco Industries: Cavco Industries (NASDAQ: CVCO) is one of the largest U.S. manufacturers of manufactured homes, including park model RVs through its Fleetwood Homes and Palm Harbor brands. Directly comparable to Kropf as a producer of factory-built dwellings sold through dealer networks at similar price points.
• Champion Homes: Champion Homes is a Skyline Champion subsidiary producing manufactured and modular homes, including park models. Directly comparable to Kropf as a manufacturer of factory-built residential-grade dwellings distributed through independent retailers.
• Palm Harbor Homes: Palm Harbor Homes is a Cavco subsidiary manufacturing factory-built and manufactured homes, with park model and modular product offerings. Comparable to Kropf in dealer-based distribution of factory-built residential-quality dwellings.

Others

• Sun Communities: Sun Communities (NYSE: SUI) operates RV resorts and manufactured home communities across the U.S. Functions as a downstream customer channel for park model RV manufacturers like Kropf, providing demand-side context for the destination camping and seasonal-living market.
• Equity LifeStyle Properties: Equity LifeStyle Properties (NYSE: ELS) is the largest owner/operator of RV resorts and manufactured home communities in the U.S. A downstream customer and channel partner for park model RV manufacturers like Kropf, rather than a direct competitor — relevant for understanding demand drivers in Kropf's core market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCas4ttZ3vM8nOjdQs2F7sQA
• Facebookfacebook.com/kropfind
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kropf-industries

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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