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2024 Keystone Cougar 290RLS
by Keystone
Full Specifications
General Info
| Manufacturer | Keystone |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Year | 2024 |
| Category | Fifth Wheel |
| Subcategory | — |
Dimensions & Weight
| Length | 31.5 ft |
| Width | 8.5 ft |
| Height | 13 ft |
| Dry Weight | 14,700 lbs |
| GVWR | 18,900 lbs |
| Hitch Weight | 2,060 lbs |
| Cargo Capacity | 4,200 lbs |
Engine & Chassis
| Fuel Type | N/A |
| Engine | — |
| Chassis | — |
| Horsepower | — |
| Fuel Capacity | — |
Living & Off-Grid
| Sleeping Capacity | 7 |
| Slide-Outs | 2 |
| Awning Length | 20.5 ft |
| A/C | 28,000 BTU |
| Furnace | 25,000 BTU |
| Fridge | Compressor 12V |
| Fresh Water | 50 gal |
| Gray Water | 66 gal |
| Black Water | 49 gal |
| Solar | 300 W |
| Battery | 350 Ah |
| Inverter | 1,500 W |
About the 2024 Keystone Cougar 290RLS
If space is your top priority and you have a truck capable of fifth wheel duty, the 2024 2024 Keystone Cougar 290RLS from Keystone warrants serious attention. This is the kind of rig that blurs the line between camping and comfortable living.
Measuring 31.5 feet in overall length, 8.5-foot width and with a height of 13.0 feet, the 2024 Keystone Cougar 290RLS tips the scales at 14,700 pounds dry weight, and a gross vehicle weight rating of 18,900 pounds, leaving you 4,200 lbs of cargo carrying capacity. With 2 slide-outs, the interior opens up considerably at camp, creating a spacious feel.
Accommodating up to 7 sleepers, the 2024 Keystone Cougar 290RLS is built for family camping trips and group getaways. Multiple sleeping zones ensure everyone has their own space, from dedicated bunks to convertible living areas that transform as the day winds down.
For extended stays away from hookups, the 2024 Keystone Cougar 290RLS comes equipped with 50 gallons of fresh water capacity, 66 gallons of gray water holding, a 49-gallon black water tank. Energy management is handled by a 300W solar panel setup, 350 amp-hours of battery storage, a 1500-watt inverter for household AC power. 28,000 BTU of air conditioning handles warm-weather comfort, and 25,000 BTU of furnace output tackles chilly evenings. A Compressor 12V refrigerator keeps provisions fresh on the road and at camp. A 20.5-foot awning extends your living space outdoors, providing shade and shelter.
Towing the 14,700-pound 2024 Keystone Cougar 290RLS demands adequate tow capacity from your truck. The hitch weight comes in at 2,060 lbs, an important factor for matching to your truck. When loaded to capacity at 18,900 lbs GVWR, proper weight distribution becomes essential for safe towing.
At the $127,000 price point, this Fifth Wheel caters to buyers who want elevated quality and are willing to invest in their travel lifestyle for years to come. Seasonal campers, extended travelers, and those with a dedicated truck for towing will find the 2024 Keystone Cougar 290RLS provides some of the best livable space per dollar in the entire RV market.
Looking at the complete picture, the 2024 2024 Keystone Cougar 290RLS delivers on the promise of quality RV living. It is the kind of rig that makes you excited to plan the next trip before the current one is even over, which is perhaps the highest compliment an RV can earn.
Full-time living meets full-time luxury in the 2024 Keystone Cougar 290RLS, a fifth wheel designed to be your permanent address on wheels.
The bi-level floor plan spans 31.5 feet with 2 slide-out(s), creating distinct living zones for entertaining and relaxation. The raised bedroom suite features a king bed, dual nightstands, and a spacious wardrobe. The main level kitchen boasts a Compressor 12V refrigerator, pantry, and island with solid-surface countertops.
The 2024 Keystone Cougar 290RLS is built with residential-height ceilings in the main living area, washer/dryer prep, and a 50-amp electrical system. Starting at $127,000, it competes favorably with coaches costing twice as much.