Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 260RK vs Jayco Eagle HT 29RLC
2026 Fifth Wheel comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two couples-focused Fifth Wheel options price within $566 with different feature density. The Dutchmen Astoria 260RK is 31.7 ft, 8,344 lb dry, sleeps 6, $60,184, with rear-kitchen, no four-season, no solar, no outdoor kitchen. The Jayco Eagle HT 29RLC is 34.08 ft, 9,485 lb dry, sleeps 4, $60,750, with rear-living, queen, four-season Climate Shield, 200W solar, outdoor kitchen, residential fridge, Olympic mattress, and JayCommand controls.
The Jayco Eagle HT 29RLC is 2.38 ft longer and 1,141 lb heavier but adds the four-season Climate Shield, 200W solar, residential fridge, outdoor kitchen, and 60-gal LP. The Dutchmen Astoria 260RK delivers the rear-kitchen layout, sleeps 2 more (6 vs 4), and a 1,915-lb hitch (vs 1,635 on the Jayco).
Verdict: pick the Dutchmen Astoria 260RK at $60,184 for the rear-kitchen layout and sleeping 6. Pick the Jayco Eagle HT 29RLC at $60,750 for four-season build, outdoor kitchen, residential fridge, and 200W solar at $566 more.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 260RK | Jayco Eagle HT 29RLC | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $60,184 | $60,750 |
| Length | 31'8" | 34'1" |
| Dry weight | 8,344 lbs | 9,485 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,600 lbs | 11,200 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 4 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 44 gal | 52 gal |
| Grey tank | 78 gal | 82 gal |
| Black tank | 39 gal | 45 gal |
| LP | — | 60 gal |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| 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 260RK wins
- Sleeps 6 vs 4 on the Eagle HT
- $566 cheaper at $60,184
- 1,141 lb lighter dry (8,344 vs 9,485)
- 2.38 ft shorter at 31.7 ft
- Rear-kitchen layout for entertaining
Where Jayco Eagle HT 29RLC wins
- Four-season Climate Shield rating
- 200W solar with prep installed
- Outdoor kitchen and residential fridge
- Olympic mattress and JayCommand controls
- 60-gal LP for cold-weather heat runs
Pick the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 260RK if…
Buyers who want the rear-kitchen layout in a 31-ft fifth wheel that sleeps 6. The Dutchmen Astoria 260RK at $60,184 brings 1,256-lb cargo cap and rear-kitchen design for half the price of luxury competitors. Skip it if you want four-season build, solar, or outdoor kitchen.
Pick the Jayco Eagle HT 29RLC if…
Couples who want a four-season rear-living fifth wheel with 200W solar, outdoor kitchen, residential fridge, and the Olympic mattress for $566 more. The Jayco Eagle HT 29RLC at $60,750 brings JayCommand smart controls and the cold-weather Climate Shield package.
Frequently asked
Which sleeps more people?
The Dutchmen Astoria 260RK sleeps 6 vs 4 on the Jayco Eagle HT 29RLC, despite being 2.38 ft shorter.
Which has the outdoor kitchen?
Only the Jayco Eagle HT 29RLC has an outdoor kitchen. The Dutchmen Astoria 260RK does not list one.
Which is rated for cold weather?
Only the Jayco Eagle HT 29RLC has the Climate Shield four-season package. The Dutchmen Astoria 260RK requires winterization.