Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 3803FLP vs Jayco Eagle 321RSTS
2026 Fifth Wheel comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two Fifth Wheel rigs at different sizes and feature tiers. The Dutchmen Astoria 3803FLP is 43.2 ft, 12,219 lbs dry, 14,400 lb GVWR with 1,855 lb hitch. Sleeps 4 with 44 gal fresh, 78 gal grey, 39 gal black. No listed solar, four-season rating, residential fridge or outdoor kitchen. MSRP $88,136.
The Jayco Eagle 321RSTS is 36.58 ft, 11,145 lbs dry, 13,200 lb GVWR with single slide. Luxury rear-living plan with king bed, 200W solar, residential fridge, outdoor kitchen, washer/dryer prep, Climate Shield insulation, 60 gal LP, 81 gal fresh. Sleeps 4. MSRP $79,985.
Directional verdict: pick the Jayco Eagle 321RSTS for $8,151 less. It's shorter, lighter, includes king bed, Climate Shield, 200W solar, residential fridge, outdoor kitchen and washer/dryer prep. The Dutchmen Astoria 3803FLP at 43.2 ft delivers more raw floor space but lacks the feature stack.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 3803FLP | Jayco Eagle 321RSTS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $88,136 | $79,985 |
| Length | 43'2" | 36'7" |
| Dry weight | 12,219 lbs | 11,145 lbs |
| GVWR | 14,400 lbs | 13,200 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 4 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 44 gal | 81 gal |
| Grey tank | 78 gal | 87 gal |
| Black tank | 78 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 3803FLP wins
- 6.62 ft longer (43.2 vs 36.58 ft) for more interior space
- 1,200 lbs more GVWR for cargo (14,400 vs 13,200 lbs)
- 1,074 lbs heavier dry (more shell, more cabinetry)
- Bigger raw footprint per dollar
- Dutchmen Astoria fit and finish
Where Jayco Eagle 321RSTS wins
- $8,151 cheaper at $79,985 MSRP
- King bed plus Climate Shield insulation
- 200W solar plus residential fridge plus outdoor kitchen
- Washer/dryer prep plus 60 gal LP
- 37 gal more fresh water (81 vs 44 gal)
Pick the Dutchmen Astoria Fifth Wheel 3803FLP if…
Buyers who specifically want maximum 43.2 ft interior floor space in a Fifth Wheel and don't need the documented Climate Shield or feature stack of the Eagle 321RSTS. The Dutchmen Astoria 3803FLP delivers 14,400 lb GVWR cargo capacity for full-time use, though at a $8,151 premium. Skip it unless raw size is the priority.
Pick the Jayco Eagle 321RSTS if…
Couples doing extended or full-time use who want king bed, four-season Climate Shield, 200W solar, residential fridge, outdoor kitchen and washer/dryer prep at the better price point. The Jayco Eagle 321RSTS at $79,985 delivers flagship feature density in a shorter 36.58 ft footprint that fits more campsites.
Frequently asked
Why is the smaller Eagle 321RSTS cheaper?
Jayco's volume pricing on the Eagle line makes premium features cheaper than competitors. The Astoria 3803FLP's premium is partly Dutchmen brand positioning rather than a feature advantage.
Both fit big destination sites?
The Eagle 321RSTS at 36.58 ft fits standard 40+ ft destination sites comfortably. The Astoria 3803FLP at 43.2 ft requires 45+ ft sites; verify length limits before booking.
Which has documented full-time features?
The Jayco Eagle 321RSTS with Climate Shield, residential fridge, outdoor kitchen, washer/dryer prep, 81 gal fresh and 60 gal LP. The Astoria 3803FLP has the raw size but lacks the documented full-time content.