Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 3173RLP vs Jayco Eagle 321RSTS
2026 Fifth Wheel comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two 36-ft luxury Fifth Wheel rear-living couples coaches separate by $3,529 of price. The Dutchmen Astoria 3173RLP is 36.7 ft, 10,375 lb dry, sleeps 4, $76,456, with no four-season, no solar, no outdoor kitchen, basic appliances. The Jayco Eagle 321RSTS is 36.58 ft, 11,145 lb dry, sleeps 4, $79,985, with king bed, four-season Climate Shield, NuvoH20 water filtration, GE appliances, outdoor kitchen, 200W solar, residential fridge, theater seating, and washer/dryer prep.
Nearly identical length (within 1.5 inches) and matching 4-person sleep counts. The Jayco Eagle 321RSTS premium of $3,529 buys king bed, NuvoH20, GE appliances, outdoor kitchen, 200W solar, theater seating, residential fridge, and four-season build - which would cost $8,000+ to add aftermarket. The Dutchmen Astoria 3173RLP saves 770 lb of dry weight as the trade.
Verdict: pick the Jayco Eagle 321RSTS at $79,985 for the feature-loaded build. The Dutchmen Astoria 3173RLP at $76,456 only wins if 770 lb of tow-weight savings is critical to your tow vehicle math.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 3173RLP | Jayco Eagle 321RSTS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $76,456 | $79,985 |
| Length | 36'8" | 36'7" |
| Dry weight | 10,375 lbs | 11,145 lbs |
| GVWR | 12,000 lbs | 13,200 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 4 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 44 gal | 81 gal |
| Grey tank | 78 gal | 87 gal |
| Black tank | 39 gal | 50 gal |
| LP | — | 60 gal |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | — | king |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | Yes |
| Washer/dryer | none | prep |
| Residential fridge | No | Yes |
Where Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 3173RLP wins
- $3,529 cheaper at $76,456
- 770 lb lighter dry (10,375 vs 11,145)
- 0.12 ft more length at 36.7 ft
- 29-lb heavier hitch supports trailer tracking
- Rear-living layout for two-adult use
Where Jayco Eagle 321RSTS wins
- King bed and four-season Climate Shield
- NuvoH20 water filtration system
- GE appliances and theater seating
- Outdoor kitchen plus 200W solar
- Residential fridge and washer/dryer prep
Pick the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 3173RLP if…
Couples who want a 36-ft rear-living fifth wheel at the lower entry price and the lightest tow weight in this comparison. The Dutchmen Astoria 3173RLP at $76,456 saves $3,529 plus 770 lb of curb weight, useful for marginal half-ton tow setups. Skip it if you want any of the comfort or technology features.
Pick the Jayco Eagle 321RSTS if…
Buyers who want a king bed, four-season build, NuvoH20 water filtration, GE appliances, outdoor kitchen, and 200W solar in a 36-ft couples coach. The Jayco Eagle 321RSTS at $79,985 delivers the full premium feature stack for $3,529 more - cheaper than installing those features aftermarket.
Frequently asked
Which has the king bed?
Only the Jayco Eagle 321RSTS has a king bed. The Dutchmen Astoria 3173RLP uses a queen-class master.
Which is rated for cold weather?
Only the Jayco Eagle 321RSTS has the Climate Shield four-season package. The Dutchmen Astoria 3173RLP requires winterization.
Which has the NuvoH20 system?
Only the Jayco Eagle 321RSTS has NuvoH20 water filtration. The Dutchmen Astoria 3173RLP uses conventional water systems.