Fleetwood Frontier 38RT vs Newmar Northern Star 4011
2026 Class A comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two value-tier Class A diesel pushers near $420K with the same Cummins B6.7 360 HP, separated by chassis and accessibility. The 2026 Fleetwood Frontier 38RT is a 38.3-ft three-slide on the Freightliner XCR Freedom Sport Bridge with B6.7 360 HP, 33,600-lb GVWR, 95-gal fresh, 8,000W Onan, 2,000W inverter, generator prep, asking $414,458. The 2026 Newmar Northern Star 4011 is 40.8 ft on Freightliner with B6.7 360 HP, 39,000-lb GVWR, 8,600-lb cargo cap, wheelchair-accessible with BraunAbility lift, theater seating, four-season, 105-gal fresh, 400Ah battery bank, listing at $424,012.
The Northern Star 4011 wins on chassis (39,000 vs 33,600-lb GVWR - 5,400 lbs more), documented 8,600-lb cargo cap, wheelchair accessibility with BraunAbility integrated lift, 400Ah battery bank, four-season construction, theater seating, and larger 105-gal fresh tank, all at $9,554 more. The Frontier 38RT counters with a shorter 38.3-ft footprint, integrated 2,000W inverter, generator prep, fireplace, and the $9,554 lower sticker.
Non-accessibility buyers focused on shorter coach and value pick the Frontier 38RT. Accessibility-need or maximum-chassis buyers pick the Northern Star 4011.
Side-by-side specs
| Fleetwood Frontier 38RT | Newmar Northern Star 4011 | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $414,458 | $424,012 |
| Length | 38'4" | 40'10" |
| Dry weight | — | 30,400 lbs |
| GVWR | 33,600 lbs | 39,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 5 |
| Slides | 3 | 3 |
| Fresh tank | 95 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 38RT wins
- Shorter 38.3-ft length vs 40.8 ft - 2.5 ft easier to park
- $9,554 lower MSRP ($414,458 vs $424,012)
- 2,000W inverter integrated standard
- Generator prep with 8,000W Onan
- Fireplace standard
Where Newmar Northern Star 4011 wins
- 39,000-lb GVWR vs 33,600 - 5,400 lbs more chassis
- 8,600-lb documented cargo capacity
- Wheelchair-accessible with integrated BraunAbility lift
- 400Ah battery bank documented
- 105-gal fresh tank vs 95
- Four-season construction
- Theater seating standard
Pick the Fleetwood Frontier 38RT if…
Pick the Fleetwood Frontier 38RT if you don't need wheelchair accessibility and you want a shorter, value-priced diesel pusher. The 38.3-ft length is 2.5 ft shorter than the Northern Star 4011, the integrated 2,000W inverter plus 8,000W Onan with generator prep plus fireplace deliver complete hotel content, and the Cummins B6.7 360 HP at 33,600-lb GVWR pulls grades adequately. At $414,458 you save $9,554 versus the Newmar.
Pick the Newmar Northern Star 4011 if…
Pick the Newmar Northern Star 4011 if you need wheelchair accessibility or you want maximum chassis capability. The BraunAbility integrated lift is fully factory-engineered wheelchair entry - extremely rare in Class A diesel pushers. The 39,000-lb GVWR with 8,600-lb cargo cap is 5,400 lbs more chassis than the Frontier 38RT, 400Ah documented battery bank, four-season construction, and theater seating standard round out the package. At $424,012 you pay $9,554 more for accessibility and chassis content.
Frequently asked
Which one is wheelchair-accessible?
The Newmar Northern Star 4011 has a BraunAbility integrated lift for wheelchair access. The Fleetwood Frontier 38RT does not.
Which has the higher GVWR?
The Northern Star 4011 at 39,000-lb GVWR carries 5,400 lbs more chassis than the Frontier 38RT at 33,600 lbs.
Do they share the same engine?
Yes - both use the Cummins B6.7 making 360 HP. The chassis size and accessibility are the main differences.