Airstream Bambi 22FB vs Dutchmen Aspen Trail Destination 390LOFT
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two Travel Trailer rigs within $1,900 of each other but at opposite ends of the philosophy spectrum. The Airstream Bambi 22FB is a 21.9 ft aluminum monocoque couples coach at 3,850 lb dry on a 5,000 lb GVWR with full bath, queen bed, lithium battery, 100W solar, and the iconic Airstream shell, listed at $78,900. The Dutchmen Aspen Trail Destination 390LOFT is a 40.8 ft destination-trailer at 11,305 lb dry on a 14,000 lb GVWR with 46 gal fresh, 84 gal grey, 42 gal black, and sleeps-6 layout for $80,777.
The Bambi 22FB is the iconic light-duty aluminum trailer. The Destination 390LOFT is a near-park-model destination trailer for stationary use. Verdict: pick the Airstream Bambi 22FB for paved-road touring and Airstream resale; pick the Dutchmen Aspen Trail Destination 390LOFT for park-style stationary use with maximum interior space.
Side-by-side specs
| Airstream Bambi 22FB | Dutchmen Aspen Trail Destination 390LOFT | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $78,900 | $80,777 |
| Length | 21'11" | 40'10" |
| Dry weight | 3,850 lbs | 11,305 lbs |
| GVWR | 5,000 lbs | 14,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 6 |
| Slides | 0 | — |
| Fresh tank | 23 gal | 46 gal |
| Grey tank | 30 gal | 84 gal |
| Black tank | 17 gal | 42 gal |
| LP | 9.4 gal | — |
| Solar | 100W | — |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | full | — |
| Bed | queen | — |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | No |
Where Airstream Bambi 22FB wins
- 7,455 lb lighter dry weight (3,850 vs 11,305)
- 18.9 ft shorter (21.9 vs 40.8 ft)
- Aluminum monocoque construction
- Lithium battery + 100W solar standard
- Tows behind midsize SUV or half-ton
Where Dutchmen Aspen Trail Destination 390LOFT wins
- Sleeps 6 vs 4
- 9,000 lb higher GVWR (14,000 vs 5,000)
- 2,695 lb cargo capacity
- 54 gal more grey water (84 vs 30)
- 25 gal more black tank (42 vs 17)
Pick the Airstream Bambi 22FB if…
Pick the Airstream Bambi 22FB if you want a paved-road touring Travel Trailer with the Airstream resale halo. The 3,850 lb dry weight lets a midsize SUV or half-ton pull the Bambi 22FB without strain, the aluminum monocoque construction holds resale better than any other brand in market, and the lithium battery plus 100W solar handle weekend boondock loads. The 23 gal fresh tank limits dispersed camping. Best fit: paved-road couples who tour campgrounds, value Airstream brand resale, and tow with light vehicles for active travel.
Pick the Dutchmen Aspen Trail Destination 390LOFT if…
Pick the Dutchmen Aspen Trail Destination 390LOFT if you are buying a near-park-model destination trailer for seasonal placement or extended stays at a single campground. The 40.8 ft length, 14,000 lb GVWR, and 84 gal grey tank are oriented toward stationary use with full hookups rather than active tow-and-camp. Sleeping 6 in 40+ feet of interior makes the 390LOFT a true family destination rig. Tow vehicle must be a heavy 3/4-ton or 1-ton truck. Best fit: seasonal-site buyers who park the trailer for the camping season and need maximum interior space at $80,777.
Frequently asked
Is the Destination 390LOFT actually a destination trailer?
The 'Destination' designation and the 40.8 ft length plus 11,305 lb dry weight indicate the Aspen Trail Destination 390LOFT is built for seasonal placement rather than frequent towing.
Which one fits a midsize SUV?
The Airstream Bambi 22FB at 3,850 lb dry tows behind a properly rated midsize SUV. The 390LOFT at 11,305 lb dry needs a heavy 3/4-ton or 1-ton truck.
What's the resale difference?
Airstream Bambi 22FB aluminum trailers typically hold 60-75% of value at 5 years. Destination-style trailers like the 390LOFT typically hold 35-45% at 5 years.