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Solera 18V Power RV Awning - 20' Wide - Rechargeable Battery - Black Fade
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Solera 18V Power RV Awning - 20' Wide - Rechargeable Battery - Black Fade
Part Number: LC729517
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$1,655.35
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Solera RV Awning - LC729517
Highlights
- Extends and Retracts at the Flip of a Switch: Built-in waterproof arm switch runs the awning smoothly without going inside.
- Use Anywhere Without Wiring: 18-volt rechargeable battery powers 20–25 uses—perfect for dry camping or boondocking.
- Keeps Water from Pooling: Auto rain-dump drops one arm to drain water and prevent torn fabric or bent arms.
- Adjust Shade as the Sun Moves: Manual pitch lets you tilt one corner to block glare and retracts without readjusting.
- Fabric Stands Up to Weather: 13.5-oz vinyl with heat-welded seams resists leaks and cold-crack tested to -25 °F.
- Easy Bolt-On Setup: Comes with hardware; no wiring needed—awning rail and butyl tape sold separately.
Features to know about
No Wiring Needed: 18-Volt Rechargeable Power System
This awning runs completely off its own built-in 18-volt rechargeable battery, so there’s no need to tap into any power source or run new wiring. It’s ideal for dry camping or setups where you don’t want to modify electrical systems. You’ll get 20 to 25 easy uses between charges, and when the battery runs low, just plug the included 110-volt charging kit into a wall outlet—no battery removal required. If you ever run out of charge mid-trip, a power drill can operate the manual override to retract the awning.
Built to Handle Rain: Automatic Dump Feature Protects Against Water Pooling
With traditional awnings, pooled rainwater can stretch fabric or bend arms. This model prevents that automatically. When water starts collecting, one side drops to create a pitch that drains the water off. The system relieves stress on the arms and fabric, keeping the awning secure and intact through sudden weather.
Stay Comfortable All Day: Quick Pitch Adjustment for Better Shade
Changing sun angles are no problem thanks to the manual pitch adjustment built right into the arms. You can easily lower one side to block the glare or heat, and the adjustment holds steady until you’re ready to retract. It slides back in smoothly regardless of the angle, so there’s no need to reposition the arms beforehand.
Ready for the Outdoors: Heavy-Duty 13.5-oz Vinyl Fabric with Heat-Welded Seams
The premium 13.5-oz vinyl fabric is built for years of outdoor use. It’s cold-crack tested down to -25°F, so it won’t stiffen or split in freezing weather. The seams are heat-welded to prevent leaks, keeping the area beneath dry and comfortable even during rain. The Black Fade design transitions cleanly across the 20' span, matching the roller tube and arms for a sleek, finished look.
Straightforward Setup: Bolt-On Design with No Electrical Hookup
Installation is simple with the included hardware. The roller tube comes with the fabric pre-mounted, and it slides right into the awning rail (sold separately, part # LC715217). You’ll just need 69" of wall space for the mounting brackets and at least 2-1/2" clearance above the door. Because power comes from the self-contained battery, there’s no need to route cables or wire into the RV. The complete kit gives you a smooth, powered awning setup with minimal effort.
Specs
Awning Dimensions
- Awning width: 20' (measured from the center of each arm)
- Fabric (when awning is fully extended): 19' 1" wide x 8' long
- Roller tube: 20' wide
Installation Requirements
- Wall-mounted brackets height: 69" tall
- Outer arm length: 63-1/2" long
- Inner arm length: 50" long
- Pitch arm length: 32-5/8" long
- Required wall space for brackets: 69" from the awning rail straight down for each bracket
- Required clearance between awning rail and top of entry door: 2-1/2"
Electrical Specifications
- Motor voltage: 18 volts
Warranty
- Awning roller: 1-Year limited
- Electric components: 1-Year
- Fabric: 5-Year
434729 Lippert Solera 18V Battery Power 69" Awning Arms - Black
V000211517 Lippert Solera Awning Roller and Fabric - 20' - Black Fade
Ratings & Reviews
4.6
39 reviews
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Dino
01/03/2020
Jan. 3-2020
What a great company and staff. Thanks to hard the hard work you performed in my behalf.
I had purchased a Solera 18 volt-20 ft awning package and had it shipped to Camping World in Minnesota.
Somewhere along the way the 20 ft awning escaped from the delivery truck.
I won't mention who the freight shipper is, but the awning is still on the loose.
After many calls to the freight shipper and etrailer the staff decided to send me another awning to help me get on the road for an upcoming trip with my RV.
Otherwise it would have ruined my trip.
Thanks to everyone and I will continue to be a loyal purchaser of the many fine products the company sells.
Hats off and a big salute!!!
Thanks Dino
P.S. I hope to post pictures after the awning has been installed.
Hopefully it will be found and returned to E-Trailer
What a great company and staff. Thanks to hard the hard work you performed in my behalf.
I had purchased a Solera 18 volt-20 ft awning package and had it shipped to Camping World in Minnesota.
Somewhere along the way the 20 ft awning escaped from the delivery truck.
I won't mention who the freight shipper is, but the awning is still on the loose.
After many calls to the freight shipper and etrailer the staff decided to send me another awning to help me get on the road for an upcoming trip with my RV.
Otherwise it would have ruined my trip.
Thanks to everyone and I will continue to be a loyal purchaser of the many fine products the company sells.
Hats off and a big salute!!!
Thanks Dino
P.S. I hope to post pictures after the awning has been installed.
Hopefully it will be found and returned to E-Trailer
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Doug
03/10/2021
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Beau. From The Cleave
10/13/2022
Well, Our Motorhome "Patches" manual 18' awning had outlived its life having performed admirably since 2003. Sadly it had become so road worn & tattered, we were ashamed to get out the gear & gumption to roll it out. Just too ruff looking for public viewing. Not counting the pain it was to deploy. we finally decided to replace it and found this great deal on etrailer for Solera 18'cordless power awning. Cordless. Power. One finger. Built in rain dump. No more trying to hook that little bitty loop 10' in air with a 4' rod looking into the sun & with Solera's automatic rain dump, no more rushing back from hiking or, fishing to roll that rascal in. Can you say, Bliss? Now the first one got a little jammed up in shipping & had to go back But, as soon as the folks at etrailer got confirmation it was returning, (the same day) they got another on out to me. (Ms. Ashley) And it arrived in vert short order. I cannot say enough good things about the folks at etrailer.( Ms. Ashley, Ms. Helen, Bro. Alex) Every single person I talked to was Professional, Polite, & Knew their stuff. Just like All of America used to be. But I digress, the Solera 18v Power Awning was fairly easy install with help from my Son. And guess what? No hunting for a power source! Toughest thing really was getting the old one down & disposing of it. The instructions were easy for a Man to understand & follow, (lotsa Pictures) & a really good hardware kit. I could not be happier! We had it installed and working in very short order taking plenty breaks. No more shame of ratty awning! No more aching back from jumping up & down reaching! No more sun blindness! Did I Say Bliss yet? So, if you're in the market for a new power awning, and you Don't want to spend a ton of money, do a lot of wire chasing, or fight with herd of disgruntled employees, and generally have a crappy day, Do yourself a favor and give these folks a call, or, email, or carrier pigeon, Just give them a chance. This is a great company selling a great product, And they are both MADE IN AMERICA! BTW, The handsome fellow on the roof is not me, He's my oldest son.
Beau. C.
10/14/2023
So,a whole year has passed since we installed the Solera 18cordless power awning. And what a tale. Very first time out after install, week into trip, had a quick storm come up. Wife Says baby its starting to rain,should you roll in the awning? Naw, I say, our new Solera 18 power awning has a dump feature, itll be just fine. So, I take a peek outside and lo,what a belly full of water.so I goes outside and pull on the lowest Arm which immediately fails into twisted bent destruction dumping a half a ton of cold rainwater on my head. Heartbroken!Crushed!Brought to tears! So, after a shameful few minutes of nashing teeth, hair pulling, feet stomping, and cussing, I set to folding up the nightmare that was once my prized new awning. When I calmed down I contacted the fine folks at etrailer who put me in touch with the folks at Solera. Every single person on both sides was helpful and expedient. I soon found out I had not loosened the tension bolts sufficiently to allow the dump feature to work properly. Even so, Solera would stand behind their product and make things right. Yes, read that again, Stand Behind Their Product. The Solera power awning was not available but provisions were made and a brand new set of awning arms showed up at our house. Talk about one happy fella. Yep! That was me. So,I got me a grill going, filled the cooler with adult beverages, waited calmly, and soon a bevy of friends showed up and helped install the new arms. More Cheifs than Braves, but, we got the job done. A little tweaking on the canvas, a little American ingenuity,and before you knowed it the Solera 18 cordless power awning was casting shade and looking pretty. We have had NO problems with it since. Rolls out quickly, rolls in quickly. East to charge. Easy to keep clean. All hardware holding up fine no rust or staining. Canvas still brilliant. This thing is fantastic! Easy to install, easy to use, great looking, and backed by some of the finest folks Ive ever dealt with. Absolutely a great American Made awning at a pretty fair price. I just dont see how anyone could go wrong with it or the companys involved. Etrailer and Solera have made a lifetime customer outa me. Nuff said. Thanks for giving me the chance to brag. Beau.
Mike L.
11/5/2023
@BeauC That's outstanding! We're glad to hear Lippert/Solara stepped up for you and that everything worked out well in the end!!
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Legacy American Eagle Owner
09/28/2024
This is a great solution for RV owners wanting to upgrade to the convince of a motorized awning without the complexity of routing a source of power to the awning. My only wish would be for some bracket alternatives to accommodate mounting scenarios that need to clear trim pieces found on larger class A type motor homes. I had some questions of E-trailer on this issue which were a bit technical, and they referred me to Lippert. Lippert customer service has been unresponsive, going on 2 weeks now. I had a shipping damage issue involving the fabric on the roller tube. If you purchase the full awning, the roller tube with fabric is shipped separately from the motor arms. The arms were shipped UPS while the awning tube and fabric came via LTL motor freight, due to weight and size. At install, the fabric on was discovered to have puncture holes it. Some advice, inspect your shipment upon receipt for hidden damage. etrailer customer service came through, promptly shipping a new replacement awning fabric to me which I received in three days. They get 5 star rating for their end to end customer service. You can make a quality product, which overall I find this product to be, but unless you also deliver quality service you fail. This experience reinforces my decision to purchase from etrailer, rather than direct from Lippert. I’m still waiting to hear from Lippert customer service. on my installation questions.
Brooke M.
10/8/2024
There are some folks here that have some hands-on experience with awnings. If you want to send me the questions you have for Lippert, I can pass them on to see if maybe we can get them answered for you. I think there's a good chance we can help you ;)
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Pat
05/11/2020
Super great quality, easy to install and works awesome!! Thank you Greg S for all your help, you did a great job getting me what i needed in my very short time frame!!
Pat S.
5/17/2021
awesome! I was worried about the built in battery, well its been a year and ive only had to charge it a few times and just got the trailer out to use it and it was still charged!!!! Awes product and Damned happy with my purchase!!! Thank You again etrailer!!!!!!
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Elia
07/15/2025
Solid awning, was delivered on time and had the best customer service. Only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars is because the arms do not pitch down. Something I probably could’ve looked over in the description but overall very satisfied with the awning and service.
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James M
12/21/2022
Still love this awning after 1 year! My motor home is 17 years old. This is my third (and best) awning. This is a very nicely designed piece of hardware. It bolts directly to the side of the motor home with two I-beams, so it is very sturdy. There was no wiring necessary since the battery is self-contained with an external charging connection. The installation video provided by ETrailer made the installation easy, with two helpers. Since it is battery operated, it's a breeze (pun) to extend or retract when its breezy outside. I've only had to recharge the battery once. Thank you ETrailer for another great product!
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William
03/22/2022
This awning has been great. This awning was part of our "RV Renovation" project. It was a fantastic upgrade. It deploys and retracts without any issues. You can be set up in a minute without any problems. This unit is battery powered so there were no installation issues or wiring required which made it simple.
We do a lot of dry camping, and the battery capacity has not been an issue for us even when we have had to deploy and retract it multiple times during a trip.
We do a lot of dry camping, and the battery capacity has not been an issue for us even when we have had to deploy and retract it multiple times during a trip.
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Robert
08/19/2022
Paul goes out of his way to inform me the parts are in route.
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Doug
10/25/2025
Easy to mount and easy to use .
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Ed
05/19/2021
I have not been able to install my awning and cradle support yet. I'm giving 5 stars for the customer service I have received from the ordering process to receiving. There was a slight glitch (missing component) but was remedied quickly without hassle.
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Timothy
10/14/2022
Received my quicker than I expected. The switch was missing the handle and etrailer shipped me a replacement. Awning works great. Much easier then the manual awning.
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Ralph
02/25/2022
The awning itself works fair. The battery system totally sucks and has never worked properly and still doesn’t today. If I had my choice I would never buy this awning again. Product support was poor to say the least!
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Gary
11/14/2023
I really like my 18V electric awning no wiring to install, works great!
by:
Scott
08/18/2022
Need better instructions for new installation, but overall really like the awning
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Fred
08/15/2020
Easy to order, fair price, quick delivery. The new awning is a great update to our 20 year old trailer.
by:
Kirk
09/09/2022
Delivered with boxes intact. All supplies were included and the awning is awesome!
Kirk
10/3/2023
Great!
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John
08/03/2022
Delivery too long and then awning wasn't correct. Will not have an awning for our 3 week vacation starting this Saturday. Unbelievable!!!
Katrina B.
8/9/2022
I see our customer service department is currently assisting you in getting the correct items.
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Clyde
06/14/2021
love the awning works great only complaint is the instrution manual is not very good we kinda had to wing it.
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Allison
09/04/2024
etrailer.com made good on this flaw. I was not expecting it and Madison contacted me and assisted me with inventorying the missing components and replacing what was not in the original packaged materials. I am very pleased with their response.
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Heidi
09/01/2020
It was easy to install, usage is easy with the battery power, however I would think the controls would be on the end where the door to my RV is not the other end, that's the only issue I have
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Dean
02/09/2022
Excellent product, easy to install I would purchase it again and from you.
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Mike
05/22/2022
freight delivery driver backed up to my shop & helped me inspect package for damage. Haven't installed awning yet.
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Richard
03/15/2023
good quality and no issues after one year! very satisfied
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Deborah
09/15/2022
Love this awning!!! Sooo easy to put out and roll back up!
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Dino L.
1/5/2021
Its been a year since we had camping world install the Solara 20 ft awning. Its is beautiful and has held up well. this is the 18 volt model. I am very pleased with it, plus all the help from etrailer who made it all possible, oh yeah, plus the money we spent. :-. Thanks to etrailer.