Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 3553MBP vs Jayco Eagle 355MBQS
2026 Fifth Wheel comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two 40-plus-foot Fifth Wheel mid-bunk family coaches land at near-identical sticker. The Dutchmen Astoria 3553MBP is 40.7 ft, 11,886 lb dry, sleeps 10, MSRP $88,256, with no four-season, no solar, no outdoor kitchen. The Jayco Eagle 355MBQS is 42.08 ft, 13,115 lb dry, sleeps 8, MSRP $87,557, with king bed, mid-bunkhouse, NuvoH20 water filtration, GE appliances, JAYCOMMAND, 200W solar, outdoor kitchen, theater seating, residential fridge, and four-season build.
The Dutchmen Astoria 3553MBP undercuts the Jayco by $699 yet sleeps 2 more, weighs 1,229 lb less, and runs 1.4 ft shorter. The Jayco Eagle 355MBQS counters with the full feature stack and a 2,580-lb hitch (vs 1,954) reflecting the heavier base. Fresh capacity is 81 vs 44 gal in the Jayco's favor; LP is 60 vs unlisted; cargo is 2,285 vs 2,114.
Verdict: at near-equal price, the Jayco Eagle 355MBQS is the more capable mid-bunk fifth wheel by any objective measure. The Dutchmen Astoria 3553MBP is the play only if you need the extra two sleeping positions or want to tow with a slightly smaller diesel.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 3553MBP | Jayco Eagle 355MBQS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $88,256 | $87,557 |
| Length | 40'8" | 42'1" |
| Dry weight | 11,886 lbs | 13,115 lbs |
| GVWR | 14,000 lbs | 15,400 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 8 |
| 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 3553MBP wins
- Sleeps 10 vs 8 on the Jayco Eagle 355MBQS
- 1,229 lb lighter dry (11,886 vs 13,115)
- 1.4 ft shorter at 40.7 ft
- 626-lb lighter hitch weight (1,954 vs 2,580)
- $699 cheaper at $88,256
Where Jayco Eagle 355MBQS wins
- 81-gal fresh tank vs 44 on the Dutchmen
- Four-season Climate Shield build standard
- King bed, residential fridge, 200W solar
- Outdoor kitchen, theater seating, JAYCOMMAND
- 60-gal LP onboard for winter heat runs
Pick the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 3553MBP if…
Families needing 10 sleeping positions in a fifth wheel and willing to give up the four-season and solar packages. The Dutchmen Astoria 3553MBP at $88,256 saves 1,229 lb of tow weight and shortens the footprint by 1.4 ft, which matters at older campgrounds with tight pads. Strongest match for warm-weather family use with a half-ton-plus or 3/4-ton diesel.
Pick the Jayco Eagle 355MBQS if…
Year-round family campers who want king bed, residential fridge, 81-gal fresh tank, and four-season construction at the same money. The Jayco Eagle 355MBQS at $87,557 packages JAYCOMMAND, NuvoH20, GE appliances, outdoor kitchen, and theater seating into a single base price. The 2,580-lb hitch demands 3/4-ton-plus, but the feature-per-dollar math is unbeatable.
Frequently asked
Which fifth wheel needs a bigger truck?
The Jayco Eagle 355MBQS at 15,400-lb GVWR and 2,580-lb hitch weight needs a 3/4-ton or larger. The Dutchmen Astoria 3553MBP at 14,000-lb GVWR and 1,954-lb hitch can be towed by some high-payload half-tons.
Which has the larger fresh tank?
The Jayco Eagle 355MBQS carries 81 gallons fresh vs 44 on the Dutchmen Astoria 3553MBP, an 84% advantage for boondocking.
Is either rated for cold-weather camping?
Only the Jayco Eagle 355MBQS is four-season rated. The Dutchmen Astoria 3553MBP requires winterization in freezing weather.