2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL vs 2025 Forest River Shockwave 27FQMX

Detailed Comparison

Both the 2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL and the 2025 Forest River Shockwave 27FQMX have loyal followings, and for good reason. Here's an objective look at how they measure up.

The Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL measures 31.5 ft in length at 11,900 lbs, compared to the Forest River Shockwave 27FQMX's 35.5 ft and 15,300 lbs. GVWR ratings sit at 15,000 lbs and 18,400 lbs respectively.

The Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL sleeps 7 while the Forest River Shockwave 27FQMX accommodates 8. Slide-outs play a role in livability: the Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL has 5 and the Forest River Shockwave 27FQMX has 0.

For boondocking enthusiasts, tank sizes matter. Fresh water capacity goes to the Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL at 94 gallons versus 69 gallons. Solar-wise, you get 550W on the Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL and 150W on the Forest River Shockwave 27FQMX. Battery banks are 350 Ah and 200 Ah.

At $94,000 MSRP for the Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL and $94,000 for the Forest River Shockwave 27FQMX, the Forest River Shockwave 27FQMX saves you $0. With only a 0% 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.