Heartland Sundance 28DB vs Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU
2026 Fifth Wheel comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These two bunkhouse Fifth Wheel rigs are within 1 foot of each other in length and within 120 lb in dry weight - the head-to-head splits on solar, four-season build, and price. The Heartland Sundance 28DB is 34.58 feet, 8,605 lb dry on 9,995 lb GVWR with 1,650 lb hitch, sleeps 10, theater seating, residential fridge, 50-amp service, $52,163. The Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU is 34.5 feet, 8,485 lb dry on 9,995 lb GVWR with 1,605 lb hitch, sleeps 8 with bunkhouse and king bed, 400W factory solar, four-season insulation, outdoor kitchen, full bath, residential fridge, $55,628.
The Eagle SLE 28BHU's 400W factory solar is the standout - 4x what most family Fifth Wheels carry. Add four-season insulation (Climate Shield, HELIX Cooling), outdoor kitchen, residential finishes, full bath, and the king bed - the Jayco spec sheet is far more complete than the Heartland's, which leaves bath layout, bed config, slides count, and tank gallons blank. The Sundance 28DB counters with two more sleeping spots (10 vs 8), 1,500 lb cargo capacity (2,795 lb on the Eagle SLE - actually higher), and $3,465 cheaper price.
Verdict: Eagle SLE 28BHU wins on factory solar, four-season build, and documented spec. Sundance 28DB wins on sleeping headcount and $3,465 savings.
Side-by-side specs
| Heartland Sundance 28DB | Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $52,163 | $55,628 |
| Length | 34'7" | 34'6" |
| Dry weight | 8,605 lbs | 8,485 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,995 lbs | 9,995 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 8 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | — | 51 gal |
| Grey tank | — | 82 gal |
| Black tank | — | 45 gal |
| LP | — | 60 gal |
| Solar | — | 400W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | — | bunks |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | Yes |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | Yes | Yes |
Where Heartland Sundance 28DB wins
- Sleeps 10 vs 8 on Eagle SLE
- Theater seating with residential fridge
- 50-amp service
- Heartland frame and Sundance platform
- $3,465 lower MSRP at $52,163
Where Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU wins
- 400W factory solar standard
- Four-season insulation with Climate Shield
- Outdoor kitchen and full bath
- King bed plus bunkhouse layout
- 51-gal fresh / 82-gal grey / 45-gal black tanks
Pick the Heartland Sundance 28DB if…
Pick the 2026 Heartland Sundance 28DB if you need maximum sleep count - 10 spots in a 34.58-foot bunkhouse Fifth Wheel with 50-amp service, theater seating, residential fridge, and Heartland's mid-profile platform. At $52,163 it undercuts the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU by $3,465. Best for buyers prioritizing headcount and price - and willing to accept the spec sheet's gaps on bath, bed, slides, and tank capacities. The Sundance 28DB earns the value bid here, even without solar or four-season build.
Pick the Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU if…
Pick the 2026 Jayco Eagle SLE 28BHU if you want a fully-specified family Fifth Wheel with 400W factory solar, four-season insulation (Climate Shield, HELIX Cooling), outdoor kitchen, full bath, king bed, and bunkhouse layout. The trailer ships 8,485 lb dry on 9,995 lb GVWR with 51/82/45 gal fresh/grey/black plumbing - well-documented vs the Heartland's blanks. At $55,628 it costs $3,465 more but justifies the gap with 4x the solar plus cold-weather build. Best for cold-climate camping or four-season family use.
Frequently asked
Which has solar?
The Eagle SLE 28BHU ships with 400W factory solar. The Sundance 28DB has no solar or solar prep listed.
What's the sleep-count difference?
The Sundance 28DB sleeps 10; the Eagle SLE 28BHU sleeps 8 - two more passenger spots on the Heartland.
Which is four-season rated?
The Eagle SLE 28BHU is four-season rated with Climate Shield and HELIX Cooling. The Sundance 28DB is not.