Heartland Bighorn 36RK vs Jayco North Point 365RKTS
2026 Fifth Wheel comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two 40.4-ft Fifth Wheel rear-kitchen rigs at near-identical weight, with different feature philosophies. The Heartland Bighorn 36RK is a 14,465-lb dry, 17,300-lb GVWR, 2,600-lb hitch rear-kitchen couples coach with theater seating, residential fridge, and four-season build, asking $119,543. The Jayco North Point 365RKTS is a 14,505-lb dry, 17,300-lb GVWR, 2,695-lb hitch rear-kitchen rig with 400W solar, electric fireplace, outdoor kitchen, 120-gal LP across three tanks, and lists at $124,868.
The Jayco North Point 365RKTS adds significant factory content the Bighorn lacks: 400W standard solar, electric fireplace, 120 gallons of LP storage (real off-grid endurance), outdoor kitchen, single slide-out, and a 2,795-lb cargo capacity - all for $5,325 more. The Heartland Bighorn 36RK counters with 40 lbs lighter dry weight, 95 lbs lighter pin (2,600 vs 2,695), and the same 17,300-lb GVWR/king bed/full bath/theater seating/residential fridge/four-season package, plus the brand's award-winning Bighorn build quality.
Couples who want maximum off-grid factory content pick the Jayco North Point 365RKTS. Couples who want the Bighorn brand and a slight price/weight edge pick the 36RK.
Side-by-side specs
| Heartland Bighorn 36RK | Jayco North Point 365RKTS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $119,543 | $124,868 |
| Length | 40'5" | 40'5" |
| Dry weight | 14,465 lbs | 14,505 lbs |
| GVWR | 17,300 lbs | 17,300 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 4 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | — | 75 gal |
| Grey tank | — | 87 gal |
| Black tank | — | 50 gal |
| LP | — | 120 gal |
| Solar | — | 400W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | — | king |
| 4-season | Yes | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | Yes |
| Washer/dryer | prep | prep |
| Residential fridge | Yes | Yes |
Where Heartland Bighorn 36RK wins
- $5,325 lower MSRP ($119,543 vs $124,868)
- 95 lbs lighter pin weight (2,600 vs 2,695 lbs)
- 40 lbs lighter dry weight
- Bighorn brand reputation and finish
- Same 17,300-lb GVWR and same four-season construction
Where Jayco North Point 365RKTS wins
- 400W solar standard - none on the Bighorn
- 120-gal LP storage across three tanks for real off-grid
- Electric fireplace included
- Outdoor kitchen standard
- 2,795-lb documented cargo cap
- 5-Star Handling Package and HELIX Cooling
Pick the Heartland Bighorn 36RK if…
Pick the Heartland Bighorn 36RK if you prioritize the Bighorn nameplate and you don't need factory solar or extended LP capacity (because you camp mostly on full hookups). At $119,543 you save $5,325 versus the Jayco, the rear-kitchen layout serves couples who cook, theater seating and residential fridge are standard, and four-season construction handles shoulder seasons. The 14,465-lb dry weight and 2,600-lb pin pair with a one-ton single-rear-wheel diesel. This is the value pick on a recognized luxury Fifth Wheel brand.
Pick the Jayco North Point 365RKTS if…
Pick the Jayco North Point 365RKTS if you actually use off-grid sites and you value GE Profile appliances and JBL sound. The 400W standard solar, 120 gallons of LP across three tanks, outdoor kitchen, and electric fireplace deliver content the Bighorn does not match. The 2,795-lb cargo capacity is documented, the 5-Star Handling Package and HELIX Cooling extend ride quality and shoulder-season capability, and the king bed with full bath finishes a couples-oriented floor plan. At $124,868 you pay $5,325 more for measurably more factory equipment.
Frequently asked
Which Fifth Wheel ships with solar standard?
The Jayco North Point 365RKTS includes 400W of standard solar. The Heartland Bighorn 36RK does not document factory solar.
Are both rigs four-season?
Yes - both the Heartland Bighorn 36RK and the Jayco North Point 365RKTS are built four-season for shoulder-season camping.
Which has more LP for boondocking?
The Jayco North Point 365RKTS carries 120 gallons of LP across three tanks. The Heartland Bighorn 36RK does not document LP capacity.