Holiday Rambler Admiral 29M vs Jayco Alante 29S
2027 Class A comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both 2027 Class A motorhomes use the Ford F53 chassis with the 7.3L V8 (335 HP / 468 lb-ft) and the same 18,000 lb GVWR. The Holiday Rambler Admiral 29M is 31 ft long with single slide, Hide-A-Loft drop-down bed, mixed bunkhouse layout, 50-gal fresh, AGM battery, 4,000W generator, outdoor kitchen, residential fridge, 50-amp service. Sleeps 4. MSRP $183,760.
The 2027 Jayco Alante 29S is 31.33 ft on the same chassis. Single slide, mixed bed, no bunkhouse but optional overhead bunk, 72-gal fresh, 56-gal LP, 7,000W generator (75% larger than the Admiral), 200W solar, 1,200W inverter, JRide handling, frameless windows, theater seating. Sleeps 5. MSRP $190,343, a $6,583 premium.
For a Class A buyer wanting the outdoor kitchen and flexible Hide-A-Loft drop-down at the lower price, the Admiral 29M wins. For buyers wanting the 7,000W generator, factory 200W solar, JRide handling, frameless windows, and bigger tanks, the Alante 29S earns the premium.
Side-by-side specs
| Holiday Rambler Admiral 29M | Jayco Alante 29S | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $183,760 | $190,343 |
| Length | 31' | 31'4" |
| Dry weight | — | — |
| GVWR | 18,000 lbs | 18,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 5 |
| Slides | 1 | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 50 gal | 72 gal |
| Grey tank | 37 gal | 49 gal |
| Black tank | 37 gal | 50 gal |
| LP | — | 56 gal |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| Inverter | — | 1200W |
| Generator | 4000W | 7000W |
| Bath | full | full |
| Bed | mixed | mixed |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | Yes | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | Yes | Yes |
Where Holiday Rambler Admiral 29M wins
- Hide-A-Loft drop-down bed for flex bunkhouse
- Outdoor kitchen standard
- 4,000W generator with AGM batteries
- Residential fridge in both, plus 50-amp
- $6,583 cheaper at $183,760 MSRP
Where Jayco Alante 29S wins
- 7,000W generator (3,000W more than Admiral)
- 200W solar standard (Admiral lists none)
- JRide chassis tuning + frameless windows
- 72 gal fresh + 56 gal LP capacities
- Sleeps 5 with optional overhead bunk
Pick the Holiday Rambler Admiral 29M if…
Pick the 2027 Holiday Rambler Admiral 29M if you want the outdoor kitchen and Hide-A-Loft flex-bunk on the F53 platform with a 4,000W generator. The Hide-A-Loft is a real differentiator if you occasionally bring kids or guests but don't want permanent bunks. The outdoor kitchen makes patio camping easy. Best fit: a couple-plus-occasional-guest pair who values the drop-down bed flexibility and outdoor kitchen, doesn't need the bigger generator or factory solar, and prefers the $6,583 savings.
Pick the Jayco Alante 29S if…
Pick the 2027 Jayco Alante 29S if you want the 7,000W generator, factory 200W solar, JRide handling package, frameless windows, and smart power management on the F53 chassis. The bigger generator runs two ACs plus residential loads simultaneously, the JRide noticeably improves drivability, and the 72-gal fresh tank extends dry-camp time. Best fit: a couple-plus-guest who plans active travel and prefers the upgraded electrical and chassis tuning over the Admiral's Hide-A-Loft and outdoor kitchen.
Frequently asked
Are the chassis and engine identical?
Yes, both 2027 motorhomes use the Ford F53 chassis with the 7.3L V8 (335 HP / 468 lb-ft) and share 18,000 lb GVWR. JRide on the Alante is chassis tuning, not different hardware.
What's the generator gap?
The Alante 29S has a 7,000W generator, 3,000W larger than the Admiral 29M's 4,000W. That's the difference between running one AC plus appliances vs running two ACs plus appliances.
Which has the outdoor kitchen?
Only the Holiday Rambler Admiral 29M includes a factory outdoor kitchen. The Alante 29S does not list one.