Step count comes from your measured entry height and mounting width, not from the steps you are replacing.
To choose the right GlowStep REVOLUTION® step count, measure two things: the width between your factory mounting brackets and the entry height from the top of the step opening to the ground. The width tells you which mounting family fits your RV. The entry height tells you whether you need a 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6-step system.
Then check one more number, stored clearance, so the folded steps fit where they live while you travel. This guide walks through each measurement and how it maps to the current GlowStep REVOLUTION chart.
The Two Measurements That Decide Your Order
Mounting width. GlowStep REVOLUTION is offered in two mounting-width families. The A800X series fits a 27.5-inch width between compatible factory mounting brackets. The A810X series fits a compatible mounting width of approximately 25 to 25.5 inches. Measure between the factory brackets in your exterior step well and match the result to the family.
Entry height (Dimension B). Measure from the top of the step opening to the ground. This single number places you in a step-count range.
Those two measurements together point to one product. Everything else, including landing gear adjustment and accessories, builds on that base selection.
How to Measure Entry Height the Right Way
Entry height changes with how the RV sits, so measure it the way you camp:
- Park the RV on a firm, level surface and level it according to the current GlowStep REVOLUTION Step Measurement Guide.
- Measure straight down from the top of the step opening to the ground.
- Write the number down to the half inch and take a photo of the tape in place.
- Note anything that changes ride height, such as a lift, new tires, or a different hitch height on a towable.
If you change tires, suspension, or hitch setup later, re-measure. A couple of inches can move you into a different step-count range.
Choose Step Count From the Tape Measure, Not the Old Steps
Match your measured entry height to the current published ranges:
| Step count | Current entry-height range | Width family |
|---|---|---|
| 2-step | 18.5 to 24 inches | A800X (27.5 in) or A810X (approx. 25 to 25.5 in) |
| 3-step | 25.5 to 32 inches | A800X (27.5 in) or A810X (approx. 25 to 25.5 in) |
| 4-step | 32.5 to 40 inches | A800X (27.5 in) or A810X (approx. 25 to 25.5 in) |
| 5-step | 39.5 to 48 inches | A800X (27.5 in) or A810X (approx. 25 to 25.5 in) |
| 6-step | 46.5 to 56 inches | A800X (27.5 in) or A810X (approx. 25 to 25.5 in) |
A few of the ranges overlap, such as 39.5 to 40 inches and 46.5 to 48 inches. If your measurement lands in an overlap, use stored clearance and your campsite conditions to decide, and contact Torklift technical support if you are unsure. If your measurement falls between two ranges, call before ordering.
What should not drive step count: trailer length, wheel size, the number of factory steps, your own height, or how you want the steps to look. Many factory steps use different rise and tread dimensions, so matching the old step count can leave you with a system that does not fit your opening.
Check Stored Clearance Before You Commit
The current GlowStep REVOLUTION chart also lists the height from the top of the step opening to the bottom of the stored steps. That is the space the folded system needs underneath the RV while traveling.
If your RV has limited clearance in the step area, a step cage, or low-hanging components nearby, compare this measurement with what is available before ordering. Do not choose the product from entry height alone if stored clearance creates a conflict.
Weight Capacity Depends on Configuration
GlowStep REVOLUTION capacity is published by step count and by whether a GlowGuide handrail is used. On the current Torklift chart, 2 to 4-step systems are rated at 375 pounds and 5 to 6-step systems at 325 pounds with the GlowGuide. Without the GlowGuide, the current chart lists 350 pounds for 2 to 4-step systems and 300 pounds for 5 to 6-step systems.
Check the exact chart for your selection rather than relying on one universal number, and keep the person, gear, and anything carried up the steps within that rating.
Landing Gear, Add-A-Step, and Six-Step Systems
All Terrain Landing Gear. Current GlowStep REVOLUTION systems include adjustable ground-contact landing gear. It gives you campsite adjustment so the steps sit firmly on uneven ground. It is not a way to compensate for the wrong step count. Choose the correct base step count first, then use the landing gear to fine-tune at camp.
Add-A-Step. Current Add-A-Step options apply to certain 2 through 5-step configurations, letting you adjust the system's height. Do not use Add-A-Step to convert a 6-step into a 7-step.
Six-step systems. The 6-step GlowStep REVOLUTION is particularly relevant to side-entry truck campers, where the doorway-to-ground measurement is larger. Most towables fall within lower step-count configurations, but the tape measure, not the RV type, makes the final call.
What to Have Ready Before You Order
A few minutes of prep makes the order straightforward and gives Torklift technical support everything needed if you call with a question:
- The width between your factory mounting brackets, measured in the step well
- Your entry height from the top of the step opening to the ground, measured with the RV level
- The stored-step clearance available under the step area
- Photos of the step well, the mounting brackets, and the tape measure in place
- Your RV year, make, model, and type, such as travel trailer, fifth wheel, or truck camper
- Whether you plan to add a GlowGuide handrail, since it affects the published weight capacity
With those numbers in hand, compare them with the current GlowStep REVOLUTION chart, confirm the width family and step count, and check that the stored clearance works. If two step counts look possible, choose based on stored clearance and your typical campsites, or call before ordering. Getting the base selection right the first time means the landing gear can do what it does best: fine-tune the steps to the ground at each site.
Key Takeaways
- Measure the width between your factory mounting brackets to choose the A800X (27.5-inch) or A810X (approximately 25 to 25.5-inch) family.
- Measure entry height from the top of the step opening to the ground with the RV level, then match it to the current step-count range.
- Check stored clearance so the folded steps fit under the RV.
- Weight capacity varies by step count and GlowGuide use. Read the exact chart.
- Landing gear fine-tunes at camp. It does not replace choosing the correct step count, and Add-A-Step should not turn a 6-step into a 7-step.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many GlowStep Revolution steps do I need?
Measure entry height from the top of the step opening to the ground and match it to the current ranges: 2-step 18.5 to 24 inches, 3-step 25.5 to 32, 4-step 32.5 to 40, 5-step 39.5 to 48, and 6-step 46.5 to 56.
How do I measure entry height for RV steps?
Level the RV on firm ground according to the current Step Measurement Guide, then measure straight down from the top of the step opening to the ground.
Should I match my factory step count?
No. Choose step count from your measured entry height and mounting width. Factory steps often use different dimensions.
What is the difference between A800X and A810X GlowStep?
Mounting width. The A800X series fits a 27.5-inch width between compatible factory brackets, and the A810X series fits approximately 25 to 25.5 inches.
What height fits a 4-step GlowStep Revolution?
The current published range for the 4-step is 32.5 to 40 inches of entry height. Confirm stored clearance as well.
Can I add another GlowStep later?
Add-A-Step options are available for certain 2 through 5-step configurations. Do not use Add-A-Step to convert a 6-step to 7 steps.
Does All Terrain Landing Gear change the step count I need?
No. Landing gear provides adjustment at the campsite after the correct step count is chosen.
Measure, Match, and Order Your GlowStep REVOLUTION
Take your mounting-width, entry-height, and stored-clearance measurements, then compare them with the current GlowStep REVOLUTION chart on Torklift.com to choose your exact system. If your numbers land near a range boundary, call Torklift technical support at 1-800-246-8132 with your measurements and photos before you order.