Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH vs Jayco Eagle HT 31QCD
2026 Fifth Wheel comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both are mid-size Fifth Wheel options but answer different family layouts. The Dutchmen Astoria 298BH is 34.2 ft long, 8,302 lbs dry, 9,680 lb GVWR with 1,915 lb hitch weight. It's a bunkhouse plan sleeping 6 with 44 gal fresh, 78 gal grey, 39 gal black, but no listed solar, four-season rating, residential fridge, theater seating or outdoor kitchen. MSRP $59,448.
The Jayco Eagle HT 31QCD is 36.5 ft, 9,835 lbs dry, 11,700 lb GVWR with 2,080 lb hitch. It's a half-ton mid-bath layout with queen Olympic mattress, MORryde suspension, 200W solar, residential fridge, theater seating, outdoor kitchen and Climate Shield. Sleeps 7. MSRP $66,750.
Directional verdict: pick the Dutchmen Astoria 298BH for $7,302 less if you specifically need the bunkhouse layout for kids and want the cheaper price. Pick the Jayco Eagle HT 31QCD if you want a queen-walkaround mid-bath plan with four-season insulation, solar and feature density.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH | Jayco Eagle HT 31QCD | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $59,448 | $66,750 |
| Length | 34'2" | 36'6" |
| Dry weight | 8,302 lbs | 9,835 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,680 lbs | 11,700 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 7 |
| Slides | — | — |
| 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 298BH wins
- $7,302 cheaper at $59,448 MSRP
- 2.3 ft shorter (34.2 vs 36.5 ft)
- 1,533 lbs lighter dry (8,302 vs 9,835 lbs)
- 165 lbs less hitch weight (1,915 vs 2,080 lbs)
- Dedicated bunkhouse layout for kids
Where Jayco Eagle HT 31QCD wins
- Climate Shield four-season insulation
- 200W solar plus residential fridge plus outdoor kitchen
- Theater seating plus 60 gal LP plus MORryde suspension
- Sleeps 7 vs 6 with mid-bath couples-friendly plan
- 8 gal more fresh (52 vs 44 gal); 6 gal more black (45 vs 39 gal)
Pick the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH if…
Families who need a bunkhouse Fifth Wheel for kids at the lowest entry price. The Dutchmen Astoria 298BH at $59,448 delivers the dedicated bunkhouse architecture without paying for premium four-season features. Skip it if you need shoulder-season insulation, residential fridge, solar or outdoor kitchen.
Pick the Jayco Eagle HT 31QCD if…
Couples and families of 5-7 who want a queen-walkaround mid-bath layout, four-season Climate Shield insulation, 200W solar, residential fridge and outdoor kitchen. The Jayco Eagle HT 31QCD's MORryde suspension and Olympic mattress make it a long-trip rig. Skip it if you need a dedicated bunkhouse or want to save $7,302 by accepting fewer features.
Frequently asked
Which sleeps the kids better?
The Dutchmen Astoria 298BH has a dedicated bunkhouse and sleeps 6 in a kid-friendly layout. The Jayco Eagle HT 31QCD sleeps 7 via a mix of queen, theater seating and dinette conversion, so kid privacy is lower.
How big a price gap is the four-season insulation worth?
Climate Shield insulation typically adds $2,000-$4,000 of value via enclosed underbelly, tank heaters and laminated floor. If you camp in shoulder seasons, the Eagle HT 31QCD's $7,302 premium covers insulation plus solar, residential fridge and outdoor kitchen.
Can a half-ton truck tow either?
Both push half-ton limits. The Astoria 298BH at 9,680 lb GVWR fits a 3/4-ton easily and a maxed half-ton with care. The Eagle HT 31QCD at 11,700 lb GVWR is best on a 3/4-ton truck.