Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH vs Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB
2026 Fifth Wheel comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two half-ton-towable Fifth Wheel bunkhouses face off at near-identical price. The Dutchmen Astoria 298BH is 34.2 ft, 8,302 lb dry, sleeps 6, $59,448, no four-season, no outdoor kitchen, no solar. The Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB is 34.5 ft, 9,240 lb dry, sleeps 6, $60,750, Climate Shield four-season, outdoor kitchen, 200W solar, theater seating, residential fridge, and HELIX Cooling.
Both bunkhouses target the same family bracket and share half-ton-towable GVWRs (9,680 and 10,995 lb). The Dutchmen Astoria 298BH is 938 lb lighter dry, saving truck strain. The Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB layers in feature-after-feature: residential finishes, outdoor kitchen for tailgates, climate shield for winter, 200W solar for off-grid runs.
For families towing with payload-constrained half-tons, the Dutchmen Astoria 298BH's lower weight and $1,302 lower price matter. For families wanting the full feature stack and four-season capability, the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB is the buy at this gap. Verdict: the Jayco's feature advantage outweighs the weight delta for most buyers.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH | Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $59,448 | $60,750 |
| Length | 34'2" | 34'6" |
| Dry weight | 8,302 lbs | 9,240 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,680 lbs | 10,995 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 6 |
| 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 | — | 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 298BH wins
- 938 lb lighter dry (8,302 vs 9,240)
- $1,302 cheaper at $59,448
- 9,680-lb GVWR fits more half-ton ratings
- 1,378-lb cargo cap is light but workable
- 78-gal grey vs 82 on the Jayco (close)
Where Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB wins
- Four-season Climate Shield rating
- 200W solar and prep included
- Outdoor kitchen for tailgating
- Residential fridge replaces absorption unit
- 60-gal LP and theater seating standard
Pick the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH if…
Families with a payload-tight half-ton truck who want the lightest fifth-wheel bunkhouse possible. The Dutchmen Astoria 298BH at $59,448 keeps dry weight to 8,302 lb and hitch weight near 1,915 lb. Skip it if you camp in winter or want solar and outdoor kitchen out of the box.
Pick the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB if…
Families who plan to use the fifth wheel year-round and want outdoor cooking, residential fridge, and 200W of solar already installed. The Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB at $60,750 brings Climate Shield, HELIX Cooling, theater seating, and 60-gal LP for $1,302 more. The feature math heavily favors the Jayco at this gap.
Frequently asked
Which is more half-ton-friendly?
The Dutchmen Astoria 298BH at 8,302 lb dry and 9,680-lb GVWR is lighter on the truck. The Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB at 9,240 lb dry and 10,995-lb GVWR needs a high-payload half-ton or 3/4-ton.
Does the Jayco have a residential fridge?
Yes. The Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB ships with a residential fridge. The Dutchmen Astoria 298BH does not.
Which has the outdoor kitchen?
Only the Jayco Eagle HT 29DDB has an outdoor kitchen. The Dutchmen Astoria 298BH does not list one.