Jayco Redhawk 26M vs Winnebago Minnie Winnie 25B
2027 Class C comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two Ford E-450 gas Class C motorhomes within $8K, with the slide-vs-no-slide deciding much of the value gap. The Jayco Redhawk 26M is 28.7 ft and 14,500 lb GVWR with a single slide, queen power Murphy bed, residential refrigerator, theater seating, 4,000W generator, 200W solar prep, and 252 lb cargo capacity, listed at $160,418. The Winnebago Minnie Winnie 25B is 26.3 ft and 14,500 lb GVWR with zero slides, queen corner bed, and bunkhouse capability for 6 sleepers, at $153,197.
The Redhawk 26M is the slide-out option with more equipment; the Minnie Winnie 25B is the simpler, shorter coach at a lower price. Verdict: pick the Jayco Redhawk 26M for slide-out daytime space, factory generator, and queen Murphy bed; pick the Winnebago Minnie Winnie 25B for simpler no-slide build, shorter length, and $7,221 savings.
Side-by-side specs
| Jayco Redhawk 26M | Winnebago Minnie Winnie 25B | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $160,418 | $153,197 |
| Length | 28'8" | 26'4" |
| Dry weight | — | — |
| GVWR | 14,500 lbs | 14,500 lbs |
| Sleeps | 5 | 6 |
| Slides | 1 | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 43 gal | 40 gal |
| Grey tank | 40 gal | 26 gal |
| Black tank | 31 gal | 21 gal |
| LP | 12.2 gal | 18 gal |
| Solar | 200W | — |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | 4000W | — |
| Bath | full | full |
| Bed | murphy | queen |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | Yes | No |
Where Jayco Redhawk 26M wins
- 1 slide vs 0 slides for daytime space
- 4,000W generator installed (not just prep)
- 200W factory solar standard
- Residential refrigerator standard
- Theater seating included
Where Winnebago Minnie Winnie 25B wins
- 2.34 ft shorter overall length (26.3 vs 28.7)
- Sleeps 6 vs 5
- $7,221 lower MSRP ($153,197 vs $160,418)
- Simpler no-slide build (fewer service points)
- 5.8 gal more LP capacity (18 vs 12.2)
Pick the Jayco Redhawk 26M if…
Pick the Jayco Redhawk 26M if you want the slide-out for daytime living space, the 4,000W factory generator for boondocking power, and the residential refrigerator for long-trip groceries. The Murphy bed plus 200W solar setup gives meaningful day-vs-night space conversion and dry-camping autonomy. The 252 lb cargo capacity is the obvious limit; pack light. Best fit: couples or couples-plus-occasional-guests touring multi-week trips who value slide-out expansion and onboard generator power at the $160,418 price.
Pick the Winnebago Minnie Winnie 25B if…
Pick the Winnebago Minnie Winnie 25B if you prefer the simpler no-slide build and want to save $7,221. The 26.3 ft length parks easier than the 28.7 ft Redhawk, and the sleep-6 capability via bunkhouse fits family use better than the Murphy-bed-couples Jayco layout. Generator prep (not installed) and solar prep give upgrade paths. Best fit: families or budget-tighter buyers who want a shorter Class C, are okay with no slide, and prefer Winnebago's heritage build at $153,197.
Frequently asked
Slide or no slide?
The Jayco Redhawk 26M has 1 slide. The Winnebago Minnie Winnie 25B has 0 slides.
Which has the factory generator?
The Redhawk 26M ships with a 4,000W generator installed. The Minnie Winnie 25B is generator-prepped only.
What's the cargo capacity?
The Redhawk 26M lists 252 lb cargo capacity. Pack light. The Minnie Winnie 25B does not list cargo capacity but has the same 14,500 lb GVWR.