Fleetwood Frontier 33TL vs Newmar Northern Star 3418
2026 Class A comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two 2026 35 ft Class A diesel pushers with the Cummins B6.7, distinct chassis tunes. The Fleetwood Frontier 33TL is 35.33 ft on the Freightliner XCR Delta Bridge, 340 HP, 32,400 lb GVWR, 3 slides, king bed, 96/65/45 gal tanks, 8 kW genset, 2,000 W inverter, 100 W solar, residential fridge, fireplace, sleeping 4, at $414,458. The Newmar Northern Star 3418 is 34.83 ft on Freightliner, 360 HP, 36,500 lb GVWR, 7,700 lb documented cargo, 4 slides, queen bed, 105/65/45 gal tanks, 32 gal LP, 400 Ah battery, 8 kW genset, four-season, full bath sleeping 6, at $410,806.
The Newmar Northern Star 3418 takes 20 HP, 4,100 lb more GVWR, documented 7,700 lb cargo, an extra slide, the bigger fresh tank (+9 gal), 32 gal LP, and four-season build with sleeping 6. The Fleetwood Frontier 33TL counters with the 2,000 W inverter, 100 W solar, and a king bed.
Directional verdict: pick the Northern Star 3418 for cargo, slides, and capacity; pick the Frontier 33TL for the king bed and electrical baseline.
Side-by-side specs
| Fleetwood Frontier 33TL | Newmar Northern Star 3418 | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $414,458 | $410,806 |
| Length | 35'4" | 34'10" |
| Dry weight | — | 28,800 lbs |
| GVWR | 32,400 lbs | 36,500 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 6 |
| Slides | 3 | 4 |
| Fresh tank | 96 gal | 105 gal |
| Grey tank | 65 gal | 65 gal |
| Black tank | 45 gal | 45 gal |
| LP | — | 32 gal |
| Solar | 100W | — |
| Inverter | 2000W | — |
| Generator | 8000W | 8000W |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | king | queen |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | yes | included |
| Residential fridge | Yes | Yes |
Where Fleetwood Frontier 33TL wins
- King bed standard
- 2,000 W inverter included
- 100 W roof solar from the factory
- Freightliner XCR Delta Bridge chassis
- Fireplace and residential fridge standard
Where Newmar Northern Star 3418 wins
- Cummins B6.7 at 360 HP vs 340 HP
- 36,500 lb GVWR vs 32,400 lb (4,100 lb more)
- 7,700 lb documented cargo
- 4 slides vs 3
- 105 gal fresh vs 96, 32 gal LP, four-season
Pick the Fleetwood Frontier 33TL if…
Pick the Fleetwood Frontier 33TL if you want a value-oriented 35 ft diesel pusher with a king bed, 2,000 W of inverter, 100 W of factory solar, fireplace, and residential fridge. The Cummins B6.7 at 340 HP on the Freightliner XCR Delta Bridge delivers smooth highway cruising for 2-4 person travel, the Aqua-Hot heating works in cold weather, and the $414,458 MSRP buys the electrical baseline the Northern Star doesn't publish. Best for couples who travel 4 months a year.
Pick the Newmar Northern Star 3418 if…
Pick the Newmar Northern Star 3418 if you carry 6 people, lots of gear, and want documented working numbers: 36,500 lb GVWR, 7,700 lb cargo, 4 slides, 105 gal fresh, 32 gal LP, 400 Ah battery, four-season insulation. The extra 20 HP on the Cummins B6.7, the fourth slide, and the bigger fresh tank define it as the heavier-duty pick. At $410,806 MSRP it's $3,652 cheaper than the Frontier and brings genuine working full-timer capability.
Frequently asked
How many slides does each have?
The Frontier 33TL has 3 slides. The Northern Star 3418 has 4 slides.
Which has more horsepower?
The Northern Star 3418 runs the Cummins B6.7 at 360 HP. The Frontier 33TL runs the same B6.7 at 340 HP, a 20 HP gap.
Which has the higher GVWR?
The Northern Star 3418 has a 36,500 lb GVWR vs 32,400 lb on the Frontier 33TL, a 4,100 lb advantage.