Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH vs Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU
2026 Fifth Wheel comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
The 2026 Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH and 2026 Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU are both Fifth Wheel floorplans, but they target different missions. Both sit near 34.2-34.5 ft on the tape. Dry weights land within 183 lb of each other (8,302 vs 8,485).
The Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU sleeps 8 versus 6. Freshwater capacity gives the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU a 7-gal lead (51 vs 44 gal). The Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU ships with 400W of solar; the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH has no solar listed. Equipment-wise, Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU adds an outdoor kitchen; Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU adds theater seating; Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU adds a residential fridge.
Pricing: $59,448 for the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH versus $55,628 for the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU, putting the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU $3,820 lower. The Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU carries the broader spec sheet for most Fifth Wheel buyers.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH | Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $59,448 | $55,628 |
| Length | 34'2" | 34'6" |
| Dry weight | 8,302 lbs | 8,485 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,680 lbs | 9,995 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 8 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 44 gal | 51 gal |
| Grey tank | 78 gal | 82 gal |
| Black tank | 39 gal | 45 gal |
| LP | — | 60 gal |
| Solar | — | 400W |
| 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
- Lighter at 8,302 lb dry vs 8,485 lb (183 lb savings)
- Bunkhouse layout for family sleeping
- Listed at $59,448 MSRP for 2026
Where Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU wins
- Lower MSRP at $55,628 vs $59,448 ($3,820 less)
- Bigger freshwater tank (51 gal vs 44 gal)
- Larger black tank (45 gal vs 39 gal)
- Propane spec listed at 60 gal
- Factory 400W solar; no solar on the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH
Pick the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH if…
The $59,448 MSRP runs above the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU's $55,628, so the spec advantages above need to justify the $3,820 step-up for you. Day-to-day livability on the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH comes down to whether its 34.2' footprint and 6-sleeper plan fits your group size. The Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH 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. Pre-purchase, weigh the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH's 8,302 lb dry weight against your tow rig before committing.
Pick the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU if…
Cold-weather and shoulder-season campers gain from the four-season insulation the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU ships with. Off-grid days are easier with the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU's 400W of factory solar. Boondockers will use the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU's 51-gal fresh tank during stays away from hookups, more headroom than the 44-gal tank on the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH. Outdoor-cooking enthusiasts get a real exterior kitchen on the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU that the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH does not ship. Movie-night campers appreciate the theater seating standard on the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU. Cold-storage volume favors the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU, which fits a residential 12V fridge instead of a smaller absorption unit.
Frequently asked
Which is lighter to tow, the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH or the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU?
The Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH is lighter at 8,302 lb dry vs 8,485 lb for the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU, a 183-lb difference. Hitch weights run 1,915 lb (Dutchmen) and 1,605 lb (Jayco).
Which holds more fresh water for boondocking?
Fresh tank is 44 gal on the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH and 51 gal on the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU. The Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU carries 7 more gal of fresh, plus 78/82 gal grey and 39/45 gal black between them.
What's the price difference between the 2026 Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH and Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU?
The Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU lists $3,820 less at MSRP ($59,448 for the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 298BH vs $55,628 for the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU). Dealer discounts typically narrow that gap further.