Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD vs Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB
2026 Fifth Wheel comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
The 2026 Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD and 2026 Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB are both Fifth Wheel floorplans, but they target different missions. At 30.2 ft, the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD runs 4.3 ft shorter than the 34.5-ft Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB. Dry weight separates them by 1,421 lb (7,819 vs 9,240).
The Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB sleeps 6 versus 4. Freshwater capacity gives the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB a 8-gal lead (52 vs 44 gal). Grey-tank holding favors the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB by 43 gal. The Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB ships with 200W of solar; the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD has no solar listed. Equipment-wise, Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB adds an outdoor kitchen; Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB adds theater seating; Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB adds a residential fridge.
The Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB carries the broader spec sheet for most Fifth Wheel buyers. Hitch weight comes to 1,715 lb on the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD and 1,685 lb on the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD | Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $60,536 | $60,750 |
| Length | 30'2" | 34'6" |
| Dry weight | 7,819 lbs | 9,240 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,600 lbs | 10,995 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 6 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 44 gal | 52 gal |
| Grey tank | 39 gal | 82 gal |
| Black tank | 39 gal | 45 gal |
| LP | — | 60 gal |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | — | bunks |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | Yes |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | Yes |
Where Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD wins
- Lower MSRP at $60,536 vs $60,750 ($214 less)
- Lighter at 7,819 lb dry vs 9,240 lb (1,421 lb savings)
- Shorter at 30.2 ft vs 34.5 ft (4.3 ft easier to park)
Where Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB wins
- Bigger freshwater tank (52 gal vs 44 gal)
- Larger grey tank (82 gal vs 39 gal) for longer off-grid stays
- Larger black tank (45 gal vs 39 gal)
- Propane spec listed at 60 gal
- Factory 200W solar; no solar on the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD
Pick the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD if…
Smaller campsites and tighter storage favor the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD's 30.2-ft footprint over the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB's 34.5 ft. Buyers towing with a half-ton or mid-size SUV benefit from 7,819 lb dry, well under the 9,240 lb of the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB. Day-to-day livability on the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD comes down to whether its 30.2' footprint and 4-sleeper plan fits your group size. The Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD also makes sense as a step up from a smaller fifth wheel when storage volume and tank capacity matter more than the lowest possible tow rating.
Pick the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB if…
Families needing dedicated bunks should look at the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB, which builds the bunkhouse arrangement the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD skips. Long-stay travelers wanting extra interior square footage get it from the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB's 34.5-ft layout (vs 30.2 ft on the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD). Owners who already have a three-quarter-ton tow rig can absorb the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB's 9,240 lb dry weight versus 7,819 lb on the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD. Cold-weather and shoulder-season campers gain from the four-season insulation the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB ships with. Off-grid days are easier with the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB's 200W of factory solar.
Frequently asked
Which is lighter to tow, the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD or the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB?
The Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD is lighter at 7,819 lb dry vs 9,240 lb for the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB, a 1,421-lb difference. Hitch weights run 1,715 lb (Dutchmen) and 1,685 lb (Jayco).
Which holds more fresh water for boondocking?
Fresh tank is 44 gal on the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD and 52 gal on the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB. The Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB carries 8 more gal of fresh, plus 39/82 gal grey and 39/45 gal black between them.
What's the price difference between the 2026 Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD and Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB?
The Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD lists $214 less at MSRP ($60,536 for the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD vs $60,750 for the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB). Dealer discounts typically narrow that gap further.