Diesel pusher

A diesel pusher is a type of motorcoach, which is basically a fancy term for a big, bus-like RV, that has its engine located in the rear instead of the front. Originally, these kinds of coaches always used diesel engines, hence the name “diesel pusher.” But over time, some manufacturers started putting regular gasoline engines in the back too.

One interesting thing about this design is that the generator, which provides power to the RV when you’re not hooked up to an external source, gets moved to the front. This setup has a big advantage for travelers: it’s much quieter. When you’re driving, the engine is way back, about 20 to 30 feet behind the driver and passengers, instead of right up front making a lot of noise. And at night, when people are sleeping in the back bedroom, the generator is far enough away in the front (about 25 to 35 feet) that it’s barely noticeable. So, this design makes for a much more peaceful and enjoyable travel experience in the RV.