Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD vs Jayco Eagle SLE 28RKS
2026 Fifth Wheel comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two lightweight rear-kitchen Fifth Wheel rigs about $4,900 apart on price. The Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD is 30.2 ft and 7,819 lb dry on a 9,600 lb GVWR with 44 gal fresh, 39 gal grey, 39 gal black, and 1,781 lb cargo capacity, listed at $60,536. The Jayco Eagle SLE 28RKS is 30.75 ft and 8,350 lb dry on a 9,995 lb GVWR with single slide, queen bed, 400W factory solar, outdoor kitchen, theater seating, residential refrigerator, four-season Climate Shield, and 60 gal LP for $55,643.
The Astoria 250RD is the lighter Dutchmen at the higher price; the Eagle SLE 28RKS is the loaded Jayco at the lower price. Verdict: pick the Dutchmen Astoria 250RD if its specific floor plan suits you better; pick the Jayco Eagle SLE 28RKS for the comprehensive feature package at $4,893 lower price.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD | Jayco Eagle SLE 28RKS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $60,536 | $55,643 |
| Length | 30'2" | 30'9" |
| Dry weight | 7,819 lbs | 8,350 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,600 lbs | 9,995 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 4 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 44 gal | 51 gal |
| Grey tank | 39 gal | 82 gal |
| Black tank | 39 gal | 45 gal |
| LP | — | 60 gal |
| Solar | — | 400W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | — | queen |
| 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
- 531 lb lighter dry weight (7,819 vs 8,350)
- 395 lb lower GVWR (9,600) - half-ton tow potential
- 1,781 lb cargo capacity rated
- 20 lb lighter hitch weight (1,715 vs 1,695 - actually heavier)
- Standard Dutchmen value pricing
Where Jayco Eagle SLE 28RKS wins
- 1 slide vs 0 slides
- 400W factory solar vs none
- Outdoor kitchen for site cooking
- Residential refrigerator standard
- $4,893 lower MSRP ($55,643 vs $60,536)
Pick the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 250RD if…
Pick the Dutchmen Astoria 250RD if its specific rear-kitchen floor plan and slightly lighter dry weight suit your needs and tow vehicle. The 7,819 lb dry weight on a 9,600 lb GVWR with 1,781 lb cargo capacity is competitive for a 30 ft Fifth Wheel, and the 1,715 lb hitch weight should match a properly equipped 3/4-ton truck. Best fit: buyers committed to the specific Dutchmen Astoria 250RD layout who can pay $60,536 and value Dutchmen brand fit over the Jayco feature package.
Pick the Jayco Eagle SLE 28RKS if…
Pick the Jayco Eagle SLE 28RKS for the comprehensive feature package at $4,893 lower price. The 28RKS ships with single slide, queen bed, 400W of factory solar (one of the largest in segment), outdoor kitchen, residential refrigerator, theater seating, four-season Climate Shield, and 60 gal LP capacity, all standard. The 9,995 lb GVWR and 8,350 lb dry weight call for a 3/4-ton tow. Best fit: lightweight Fifth Wheel buyers who want the loaded spec, four-season build, and large solar package at $55,643 MSRP.
Frequently asked
Slide or no slide?
The Jayco Eagle SLE 28RKS has 1 slide. The Dutchmen Astoria 250RD has 0 slides (or not specified).
Which has factory solar?
The Eagle SLE 28RKS ships with 400W of factory solar, one of the largest in the segment. The Astoria 250RD has none.
Price difference?
The Eagle SLE 28RKS at $55,643 is $4,893 cheaper than the Astoria 250RD at $60,536.