Dutchmen Denali Fifth Wheel 420DS vs Jayco North Point 310RLTS
2026 Fifth Wheel comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These two Fifth Wheels target very different segments. The Dutchmen Denali 420DS is a 46.9-ft, 16,040-lb dry, 20,000 lb GVWR fifth wheel sleeping 6, with 108/88/44 gal tanks at $109,999 - a sheer-size luxury rig. The Jayco North Point 310RLTS is a 36-ft luxury wide-body fifth wheel at 13,375 lb dry, 16,000 lb GVWR, sleeping 4 in a king-bedroom layout, with 75/87/50 gal tanks, 120 gal LP, 400W solar, residential fridge, outdoor kitchen, theater seating, four-season package, and washer/dryer prep at $117,600.
For the Fifth Wheel class, the Denali 420DS dominates on raw size, fresh-tank capacity, and GVWR; the North Point 310RLTS delivers higher-finish features in a more reasonable 36-ft footprint. The 310RLTS is $7,601 more expensive but adds residential fridge, fireplace prep, JBL, four-season, and 400W solar. Verdict: pick the Denali 420DS for raw extended-stay capacity, the North Point 310RLTS for refined wide-body luxury living.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Denali Fifth Wheel 420DS | Jayco North Point 310RLTS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $109,999 | $117,600 |
| Length | 46'11" | 36' |
| Dry weight | 16,040 lbs | 13,375 lbs |
| GVWR | 20,000 lbs | 16,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 4 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 108 gal | 75 gal |
| Grey tank | 88 gal | 87 gal |
| Black tank | 44 gal | 50 gal |
| LP | — | 120 gal |
| Solar | — | 400W |
| 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 Denali Fifth Wheel 420DS wins
- 108 gal fresh tank vs 75 gal - 44% more boondock water
- 20,000 lb GVWR with 3,960 lb cargo capacity vs 16,000/2,625
- $7,601 less expensive at $109,999
- 46.9 ft length with 10.9 ft more room than North Point
- Massive front-and-rear floorplan with sleeps 6
Where Jayco North Point 310RLTS wins
- 120 gal LP capacity vs unspecified on Denali - serious boondock propane
- 400W solar standard - Denali no solar listed
- Residential fridge, theater seating, outdoor kitchen, GE Profile appliances
- Four-season package and 102-in interior height
- Washer/dryer prep included - Denali none
Pick the Dutchmen Denali Fifth Wheel 420DS if…
Pick the Dutchmen Denali 420DS if you are a full-timer or snowbird who wants the largest fifth wheel under $110K and you have a 1-ton dually to pull it. The 108 gal fresh tank supports week-long boondocking for a family of 6, 3,960 lb cargo capacity carries serious household goods for full-time living, and 46.9 ft delivers genuine apartment-scale square footage. The Denali 420DS suits buyers prioritizing space and tank capacity over high-end finishes.
Pick the Jayco North Point 310RLTS if…
Pick the Jayco North Point 310RLTS if you want a 36-ft luxury fifth wheel with high-end finishes and serious off-grid propane. The 120 gal LP across multiple tanks supports 2-3 weeks off-grid cooking and heating, 400W solar replenishes house batteries, and the residential fridge, GE Profile appliances, and JBL sound system deliver homelike comfort. At $117,600 the North Point 310RLTS is the refined wide-body fifth wheel for couples or empty-nesters who choose finish over raw size.
Frequently asked
Can a 3/4-ton truck pull either?
No to the Denali - 3,326 lb pin weight exceeds most 3/4-ton bed payloads, requiring a 1-ton dually. The North Point 310RLTS at 2,510 lb pin sits within a heavy 3/4-ton SRW capacity but a 1-ton dually is still the safe pick for both.
Does the Denali really sleep 6?
Yes - the floorplan uses main bedroom, sofa bed, and dinette conversion to seat/sleep 6 across 46.9 ft. The North Point 310RLTS sleeps 4 in king and dinette conversion. For larger families, the Denali wins on count.
Is the North Point's 120 gal LP a typo?
Not a typo - Jayco specifies 120 gal of LP capacity across three tanks on the 310RLTS. This is enough propane for 14-21 days of cooking, heating, and refrigerator operation off-grid - a real boondocking spec, not marketing.