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The Thor Challenger 36FA Brings Its Own Power, Water and Comfort

A gas generator, 100-watt solar, 100 gallons of fresh water and a residential kitchen. The equipment list for Home Run's Thor Challenger giveaway.

Close-up of a kitchen counter with a gas cooktop, a tall arched faucet over a sink, a window and a hand holding a mug
Counter, sink and a window above it: the water side of the coach.

This one starts with the equipment on the spec list, not the engine. Home Run's Thor Challenger 36FA lists its own generator, solar, water, kitchen and climate gear, and the spec list is worth reading slowly. Here it is, section by section, as the giveaway page presents it.

PowerAn Onan generator on gas

One item on the list is the Onan RV QG 5500 generator, a gas model. The giveaway page lists it by name and fuel type and gives no further output figures, so none are quoted here.

SolarA 100-watt charging system

Next comes a 100-watt solar charging system. That is the whole entry: one wattage and one job, charging. The page does not go into panel count, placement or output beyond that. Solar paired with a generator gives the list two named power sources, which is as far as this article will go.

ClimateDual roof air conditioners

The list gives the climate gear as dual roof air conditioners. There are two units, both on the roof, and that is all the page says about them. The bedroom photo shows a ceiling vent over the bed.

The made-up king bed with overhead cabinets and a ceiling air vent
Bedroom with a ceiling vent above the bed.

Water100 gallons, heated on demand

Fresh-water capacity is listed at 100 gallons, and the heater is a tankless one. Those are the only water numbers on the page. The bathroom itself is described as a full one, and the photo shows a shower stall with a frosted door.

The bathroom with a toilet, a vanity with a hand towel and a shower stall with a frosted door
The full bathroom.

KitchenGas and induction, side by side

The galley is where the list gets long. Start with a residential refrigerator. Cooking splits between gas (two burners) and induction. A stainless-steel convection microwave measuring 30 inches completes the appliance lineup. The work surfaces are solid-surface, and the sink has a double bowl.

A kitchen counter with a cooktop combining gas burners and an induction surface, a stainless microwave above and a lake view through the window
Cooktop and microwave, together under one window.

Generator · Solar · Water · Kitchen

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Deep diveEverything else on the sheet

Beyond the systems above, the giveaway page lists a Winegard Connect WiFi/4G/TV antenna and a patio awning that is powered and has LED lighting. Underneath is a Ford F-53 chassis carrying a 7.3L Triton V8, listed at 350 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque, with a TorqShift 6-speed automatic.

For sleeping and seating, the list names a Tilt-A-View king bed measuring 72 by 76 inches, a Dream Dinette, a jack-knife sofa and, overhead, a drop-down bunk that is powered. Three TVs round it out, along with a Bluetooth soundbar.

The rear of the Thor Challenger on a sunny field with a checked table, chairs and sunflowers
The back of the coach on a sunny field. The spec list also names extensive exterior storage.
GeneratorOnan RV QG 5500 (gas)
Solar100 W, charging
Fresh tank100 gal
Hot waterTankless heater
CookingGas range, induction cooktop, convection microwave
AirTwo roof air conditioners
AntennaWinegard Connect (WiFi, 4G, TV)
Whole Grand Prize, cash award included, approximate retail value$115,000

These brands are mentioned solely to describe the prize and have no role in the giveaway. A prize of equal or greater value may be substituted by the Sponsor under the Official Rules.

Deep diveWhat the spec list leaves out

A spec sheet only goes so far. It does not rate the generator's output, size the solar array beyond its wattage or say how many days a tank lasts. Those answers are not on the giveaway page, so this article leaves them alone. If a number matters to you, check the Official Rules and the giveaway page before drawing conclusions.

The fine print, in plain EnglishHow entering works

Members are entered automatically. An active Home Run membership includes automatic entry into every Home Run giveaway, alongside the other member benefits.

Anyone can enter for free. Mail a hand-printed 3" x 5" card as described in the Official Rules. Each mail-in entry counts as 10 entries. Mail-in entries must be postmarked by January 7, 2027 and received by January 11, 2027.

Paying never improves your odds. A purchase will not improve your chances of winning, and odds depend on the number of eligible entries received.

Technical sheet · Free mail-in entry

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Membership starts at $15 per month, renews monthly until you cancel, and can be canceled anytime from your account. Past winners are listed on our winners page.

You never have to buy anything to enter. There's a free way to enter by mail, described in the Official Rules, and a purchase will not improve your chances of winning.

The short version

  • Two power sources named: a gas generator by Onan and 100 watts of solar charging
  • Fresh water tops out at 100 gallons, with a tankless heater
  • A residential refrigerator anchors a gas-and-induction kitchen
  • Two roof air conditioners handle the climate list
  • The prize adds a $10,000 cash award to the motorhome
  • The last entry minute is 11:59:59 p.m. ET, January 7, 2027

Common questions

What fuel does the generator use?

The giveaway page lists it as a gas generator, an Onan RV QG 5500.

How big is the solar system?

The page lists a 100-watt solar charging system. No panel count or layout is given.

Is the water heater a tank type?

No. The list says tankless.

Where do these specs come from?

From the giveaway page. The Official Rules control if anything ever differs.

Can I rely on this for planning a trip?

This page is a description of a giveaway prize, not a buyer's guide. Please see the Official Rules for what the prize includes.

See the Thor Challenger →

No purchase necessary. A purchase will not improve your chances of winning. Open to legal residents of the US and Canada, 18+ or the age of majority. Void where prohibited. Ends 01/07/2027 at 11:59:59 p.m. ET. Official Rules