Newmar Bay Star 3811 vs Winnebago Forza 34T
2026 Class A comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both 2026 Class A motorhomes hit 26,000 lb GVWR but on different chassis. The Newmar Bay Star 3811 is a 38.92 ft wheelchair-accessible plan on the gas Ford F-53 with the 7.3L V8 (335 HP). 22,850 lb dry, 3,150 lb cargo, triple slide, full bath, queen bed, residential fridge, theater seating, 5,500W generator, 600Ah house bank, 50-amp service, BraunAbility lift. Sleeps 5. MSRP $293,440.
The Winnebago Forza 34T is the diesel-pusher alternative. 35.5 ft long, Freightliner XCS chassis, 340-hp Cummins ISB 6.7L diesel. Dual slides, full bath, king bed, 8,000W generator (45% larger), 84-gal fresh, 2,000W inverter, solar prep, washer/dryer prep, theater seating, residential fridge. MSRP $361,072, $67,632 above the Bay Star.
The Class A pick here depends on accessibility versus diesel-pusher preference. The Bay Star 3811's BraunAbility lift is unique in this comparison. The Forza 34T's Cummins diesel pusher, bigger generator, and washer/dryer prep deliver a different luxury package.
Side-by-side specs
| Newmar Bay Star 3811 | Winnebago Forza 34T | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $293,440 | $361,072 |
| Length | 38'11" | 35'6" |
| Dry weight | 22,850 lbs | — |
| GVWR | 26,000 lbs | 26,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 5 | 5 |
| Slides | 3 | 2 |
| Fresh tank | 75 gal | 84 gal |
| Grey tank | 60 gal | 54 gal |
| Black tank | 40 gal | 48 gal |
| LP | 25 gal | 23 gal |
| Solar | — | — |
| Inverter | — | 2000W |
| Generator | 5500W | 8000W |
| Bath | full | full |
| Bed | queen | king |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | prep | prep |
| Residential fridge | Yes | Yes |
Where Newmar Bay Star 3811 wins
- BraunAbility wheelchair lift standard
- Triple slide layout vs Forza's dual
- 38.92 ft length is 3.42 ft longer
- 600Ah house battery bank documented
- $67,632 cheaper at $293,440 MSRP
Where Winnebago Forza 34T wins
- Cummins ISB 6.7L diesel pusher
- 8,000W generator (2,500W more than Bay Star)
- 84 gal fresh tank vs Bay Star's 75 gal
- 2,000W inverter and washer/dryer prep
- King bed configuration (Bay Star is queen)
Pick the Newmar Bay Star 3811 if…
Pick the Newmar Bay Star 3811 if you need wheelchair accessibility in a Class A motorhome. The BraunAbility lift is the defining feature, and the 38.92 ft length plus triple slide gives the interior space to maneuver inside. The gas F-53 chassis also keeps service costs lower than a diesel pusher. Best fit: a buyer or family needing wheelchair access in their Class A, who values the triple slide and 600Ah house bank, and prefers the gas chassis maintenance simplicity over diesel pusher dynamics.
Pick the Winnebago Forza 34T if…
Pick the Winnebago Forza 34T if you want a Freightliner diesel pusher with the Cummins ISB 6.7L, the 8,000W generator, and washer/dryer prep. The rear-engine pusher dynamics, Freightliner XCS chassis, king bed, and 84-gal fresh tank deliver real long-distance touring capability. Best fit: a couple planning serious cross-country touring who values diesel pusher driving, the king bed, the bigger generator, and the longer-life chassis platform, and doesn't need wheelchair accessibility.
Frequently asked
What's BraunAbility on the Bay Star 3811?
It's the wheelchair lift system that makes the Bay Star 3811 wheelchair-accessible from entry through interior maneuvering. It's a defining feature for accessibility buyers.
Same GVWR rating?
Yes, both 2026 Class A motorhomes are rated 26,000 lb GVWR. They use different chassis (Ford F-53 gas vs Freightliner XCS diesel) to get there.
Which has the king bed?
The Forza 34T has a king bed; the Bay Star 3811 has a queen. The Bay Star is wheelchair-focused, which affects layout.