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This rear entertainment Fifth Wheel will grant you lots of countertop space, along with a rear window to enable you to view the great outdoors. For those of you who like the outdoors, you can cook in the elements with the outside kitchen with a griddle. The dinette and sofa slide out treat you with space to eat and also relax with friends/family. Do not fret about closets for your belongings, this floor plan provides a deep wardrobe and linen closet, as well.

Hitch Weight
1,262 lb.
GVWR
9,400 lb.
UVW
7,419 lb.
CCC
1,981 lb.
Exterior Length
30' 8"
Exterior Height
12' 2"
Exterior Width
96"
Fresh Water
43 gal.
Gray Water
70 gal.
Black Water
30 gal.
Awning Size
18'

Specifications Definitions

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) – is the maximum permissible weight of the unit when fully loaded. It includes all weights, inclusive of all fluids, cargo, optional equipment and accessories. For safety and product performance do NOT exceed the GVWR.

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum permissible loaded weight of your motor home and any towed trailer or towed vehicle. Actual GCWR of this vehicle may be limited by the sum of the GVWR and the installed hitch receiver maximum capacity rating; see hitch rating label for detail.

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum permissible weight, including cargo, fluids, optional equipment and accessories that can be safely supported by a combination of all axles.

UVW (Unloaded Vehicle Weight)* – is the typical weight of the unit as manufactured at the factory. It includes all weight at the unit’s axle(s) and tongue or pin and LP Gas. The UVW does not include cargo, fresh potable water, additional optional equipment or dealer installed accessories.
*Estimated Average based on standard build optional equipment.

CCC (Cargo Carrying Capacity) ** – is the amount of weight available for fresh potable water, cargo, additional optional equipment and accessories. CCC is equal to GVWR minus UVW. Available CCC should accommodate fresh potable water (8.3 lbs per gallon). Before filling the fresh water tank, empty the black and gray tanks to provide for more cargo capacity.
**Estimated Average based on standard build optional equipment.

Each Forest River RV is weighed at the manufacturing facility prior to shipping. A label identifying the unloaded vehicle weight of the actual unit and the cargo carrying capacity is applied to every Forest River RV prior to leaving our facilities.

The load capacity of your unit is designated by weight, not by volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading your unit.

Actual towing capacity is dependent upon your particular loading and towing circumstances, which includes the GVWR, GAWR and GCWR as well as adequate trailer brakes. Please refer to the Operator's Manual of your vehicle for further towing information.

Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.

 
  • EXTERIOR

    • Friction Hinged Radius Entry Doors
    • Powder Coated Frames
    • Super Lube Axles
    • Tinted Safety Glass
    • Clamp Ring Windows
    • Pass-Thru Storage (Where applicable)
    • Power Awning w/LED Light Strip (Optional on Destination Trailers)
    • Front Fiberglass Cap w/Diamond Plate (FW)
    • AlphaPly Roofing Membrane w/Limited Lifetime Warranty
    • 4 Manual Stabilizer Jacks
    • 9" Three-tier Steps
    • Rain Gutters w/Large Downspouts
    • ABS Automotive Style Fender Skirts
    • Radius Baggage Doors
    • Darco Wrapped Underbelly
    • 5/8" Araucoply Tongue and Groove Plywood Floor Decking (25 Year manufacturer’s limited warranty)
    • 2" x 3" Flush Floor Joists on 12" Centers
    • Pass-Thru Exterior Baggage Compartments (Where applicable)
    • 2-20 Lb. Gas Bottles
    • 6 Gal. DSI Hot Water Heater
    • Rack & Pinion Electric Slide System w/Manual Override (Standard on all slide outs)
    • Clamp Ring Luggage Doors
    • Back-up Camera Prep
    • Solar Prep
    • Enclosed Underbelly (Most models)
  • INTERIOR

    • 80" Interior Height
    • Floor Ducted Heat
    • USB Charging Ports
    • 35,000 BTU Furnace
    • 14" Deep Overhead Cabinets in Super-Slide Models
    • Decorative Kitchen Backsplash
    • Kitchen Ball Bearing Drawer Guides
    • Spice Rack (Kitchen)
    • Divided Silverware Drawer
    • High-rise Faucet w/Sprayer
    • 3-Burner, High Output Range
    • Undermount Stainless Steel Sink
    • Roll-up Stainless Steel Sink Covers
    • New Hardware Black Handles & Hinges (Kitchen, Living Room)
    • Glass Range Cover
    • Built-in Knife Rack
    • LED Ceiling Lights
    • 55 Amp Converter w/Battery Charger
    • AM/FM/Bluetooth Stereo
    • King Antenna w/WiFi Prep
    • Jack Knife Sofa w/Pull-down Center Drink Tray – Storage Underneath
    • Jack Knife Sofa Under Bunks
    • Push-back Recliner(s) (select models)
    • Wood Medicine Cabinet with Mirrored Door
    • Power Vent in Bath
    • Glass Shower Door (select models)
    • 12V Shower LED Light
    • 60” x 80” Queen Beds
    • High Density Foam Mattress
    • Bedroom Carpet (FW)
    • Upgraded Soft Teddy Bear Bunk Mats
    • Shirt Closet in Front Bedrooms
    • Nightstands in Front Bedrooms
    • Two Interior Decors
    • Coat Hooks in Entry Way (Most models)
    • Square Dinette Seat Bases w/Cabinet Storage
    • Residential Carpet with pad
    • Designer Window Treatments (Living room)
  • SAFETY FEATURES

    • Carbon Monoxide Detector
    • LP Leak Detector
    • Fire Extinguisher
    • Smoke Detector
  • VALUE SHOPPER PACKAGE (Required)

    • Jack Knife Sofa w/Pull-Down Center Drink Tray & Storage Underneath
    • Electric Awning w/LED Light Strip
    • Pre-wired for Solar System
    • LED Lighting
    • 13,500 BTU Ducted A/C
    • Beauflor Linoleum
    • Bedspread
    • Bedroom TV Hook-up
    • TV Antenna w/Booster & Cable Hook-up
    • Tub Surround
    • WiFi Prep
    • AM/FM/Bluetooth Stereo
    • Glass Range Cover
    • Undermount Stainless Steel Sink w/Covers
  • ADVANTAGE PACKAGE (Required)

    • 1.3 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Microwave
    • Enclosed Underbelly
    • 2 Outside Speakers
    • 6 gal. Gas/Electric Water Heater
    • Outside Shower
    • Spare Tire
    • 21” Stainless Steel Oven & Range Hood
    • Folding Grab Handle
    • Bath Skylight
    • 11 Cu. Ft. (12V) Stainless Steel Residential Refrigerator
    • High-rise Faucet w/Sprayer
    • Night Roller Shades
  • ELECTRIC POWER PACKAGE (FW) (Required)

    • 2 Power Front Jacks
    • 2 Electric Stabilizer Jacks
  • OPTIONAL LIMITED EDITION PACKAGE

    • 50 Amp Service (Second A/C prep, includes bedroom roof vent)
    • Roof Ladder
    • 15,000 BTU Ducted A/C IPO 13,500 BTU
    • Black Tank Flush
    • Aluminum Solid Triple Step
    • 5,100 BTU Electric Color Changing Fireplace