2024 Heartland ElkRidge 38RK vs 2024 Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK
Shopping for an RV and torn between the 2024 Heartland ElkRidge 38RK and the 2024 Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK? We've put together a detailed spec comparison to help you decide.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | 2024 Heartland ElkRidge 38RK | 2024 Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Fifth Wheel | Fifth Wheel | — |
| Year | 2024 | 2024 | Tie |
| Length | 41 ft | 38 ft | — |
| Width | 8 ft | 8.5 ft | — |
| Height | 12.5 ft | 13 ft | — |
| Dry Weight | 9,300 lbs | 11,900 lbs | — |
| GVWR | 14,200 lbs | 14,300 lbs | — |
| Sleeping Capacity | 7 | 10 | 2024 Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK |
| Fresh Water | 55 gal | 94 gal | 2024 Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK |
| Gray Water | 47 gal | 64 gal | 2024 Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK |
| Black Water | 44 gal | 35 gal | 2024 Heartland ElkRidge 38RK |
| Fuel Capacity | — | — | — |
| Horsepower | — | — | — |
| Engine | — | — | — |
| Slide-Outs | 3 | 2 | 2024 Heartland ElkRidge 38RK |
| Solar | 550 W | 500 W | 2024 Heartland ElkRidge 38RK |
| Battery | 200 Ah | 350 Ah | 2024 Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK |
| Inverter | 2,500 W | 2,000 W | 2024 Heartland ElkRidge 38RK |
| MSRP | $140,000 | $141,000 | 2024 Heartland ElkRidge 38RK |
Detailed Comparison
Shopping for an RV and torn between the 2024 Heartland ElkRidge 38RK and the 2024 Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK? We've put together a detailed spec comparison to help you decide.
Starting with size, the Heartland ElkRidge 38RK measures 41.0 ft long and tips the scales at 9,300 lbs dry weight. The Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK comes in at 38.0 ft with a dry weight of 11,900 lbs. That gives the Heartland ElkRidge 38RK roughly 3.0 extra feet of length.
Capacity-wise, expect to sleep 7 in the Heartland ElkRidge 38RK versus 10 in the Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK. With 3 and 2 slide-outs respectively, the parked floor plans differ significantly.
Tank capacities are a key off-grid consideration. The Heartland ElkRidge 38RK carries 55 gal of fresh water, 47 gal gray, and 44 gal black. The Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK offers 94 gal fresh, 64 gal gray, and 35 gal black. The Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK has the edge for extended dry camping.
Budget-wise, the Heartland ElkRidge 38RK is listed at $140,000 compared to $141,000 for the Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK.
For family camping trips, the larger floor plan and additional berths make a real difference. For boondocking, the model with superior solar and battery setup will keep you comfortable off the grid longer. If you're going full-time, the larger tanks and more robust build quality matter enormously.
Ultimately, both rigs have their merits — test drive each one and see which floor plan speaks to your lifestyle.
Individual Overviews
2024 Heartland ElkRidge 38RK
- Category: Fifth Wheel
- Length: 41 ft
- Weight: 9,300 lbs
- Sleeps: 7
- MSRP: $140,000
2024 Vanleigh Pinecrest 330MK
- Category: Fifth Wheel
- Length: 38 ft
- Weight: 11,900 lbs
- Sleeps: 10
- MSRP: $141,000