2024 Forest River Wildcat 260RD vs 2024 Keystone Avalanche 382FL

If you're weighing the 2024 Forest River Wildcat 260RD against the 2024 Keystone Avalanche 382FL, you're looking at two solid contenders. Here's how they stack up.

Specifications Comparison

Specification2024 Forest River Wildcat 260RD2024 Keystone Avalanche 382FLAdvantage
CategoryFifth WheelFifth Wheel
Year20242024Tie
Length41 ft31.5 ft
Width8.5 ft8.5 ft
Height13 ft12.5 ft
Dry Weight13,000 lbs15,500 lbs
GVWR17,000 lbs19,700 lbs
Sleeping Capacity852024 Forest River Wildcat 260RD
Fresh Water53 gal95 gal2024 Keystone Avalanche 382FL
Gray Water55 gal56 gal2024 Keystone Avalanche 382FL
Black Water43 gal36 gal2024 Forest River Wildcat 260RD
Fuel Capacity
Horsepower
Engine
Slide-Outs152024 Keystone Avalanche 382FL
Solar350 W500 W2024 Keystone Avalanche 382FL
Battery200 Ah250 Ah2024 Keystone Avalanche 382FL
Inverter2,000 W1,500 W2024 Forest River Wildcat 260RD
MSRP$120,000$121,0002024 Forest River Wildcat 260RD

Detailed Comparison

If you're weighing the 2024 Forest River Wildcat 260RD against the 2024 Keystone Avalanche 382FL, you're looking at two solid contenders. Here's how they stack up.

The Forest River Wildcat 260RD measures 41.0 ft in length at 13,000 lbs, compared to the Keystone Avalanche 382FL's 31.5 ft and 15,500 lbs. GVWR ratings sit at 17,000 lbs and 19,700 lbs respectively.

The Forest River Wildcat 260RD sleeps 8 while the Keystone Avalanche 382FL accommodates 5. Slide-outs play a role in livability: the Forest River Wildcat 260RD has 1 and the Keystone Avalanche 382FL has 5.

For boondocking enthusiasts, tank sizes matter. Fresh water capacity goes to the Keystone Avalanche 382FL at 95 gallons versus 53 gallons. Solar-wise, you get 350W on the Forest River Wildcat 260RD and 500W on the Keystone Avalanche 382FL. Battery banks are 200 Ah and 250 Ah.

At $120,000 MSRP for the Forest River Wildcat 260RD and $121,000 for the Keystone Avalanche 382FL, the Forest River Wildcat 260RD saves you $1,000. With only a 1% price difference, the choice comes down to features rather than cost.

If you're traveling with a family, look for the model with more sleeping positions and better storage. Boondockers: look at the fresh water capacity and solar/battery systems — they determine how long you can stay out. For the full-time RV lifestyle, every gallon of tank capacity and every inch of counter space counts.

Take these specs as a starting point, then go see them in person — there's no substitute for stepping inside.

Individual Overviews

2024 Forest River Wildcat 260RD

  • Category: Fifth Wheel
  • Length: 41 ft
  • Weight: 13,000 lbs
  • Sleeps: 8
  • MSRP: $120,000
View Full Specs

2024 Keystone Avalanche 382FL

  • Category: Fifth Wheel
  • Length: 31.5 ft
  • Weight: 15,500 lbs
  • Sleeps: 5
  • MSRP: $121,000
View Full Specs