2025 Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH vs 2024 CrossRoads Cruiser 3801BH
Shopping for an RV and torn between the 2025 Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH and the 2024 CrossRoads Cruiser 3801BH? We've put together a detailed spec comparison to help you decide.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | 2025 Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH | 2024 CrossRoads Cruiser 3801BH | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Fifth Wheel | Fifth Wheel | — |
| Year | 2025 | 2024 | 2025 Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH |
| Length | 29 ft | 41 ft | — |
| Width | 8 ft | 8 ft | — |
| Height | 13.5 ft | 12.5 ft | — |
| Dry Weight | 12,900 lbs | 8,100 lbs | — |
| GVWR | 16,300 lbs | 10,200 lbs | — |
| Sleeping Capacity | 10 | 10 | Tie |
| Fresh Water | 98 gal | 51 gal | 2025 Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH |
| Gray Water | 80 gal | 58 gal | 2025 Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH |
| Black Water | 39 gal | 49 gal | 2024 CrossRoads Cruiser 3801BH |
| Fuel Capacity | — | — | — |
| Horsepower | — | — | — |
| Engine | — | — | — |
| Slide-Outs | 4 | 3 | 2025 Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH |
| Solar | 250 W | 100 W | 2025 Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH |
| Battery | 100 Ah | 250 Ah | 2024 CrossRoads Cruiser 3801BH |
| Inverter | 2,500 W | 2,500 W | Tie |
| MSRP | $74,000 | $72,000 | 2024 CrossRoads Cruiser 3801BH |
Detailed Comparison
Shopping for an RV and torn between the 2025 Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH and the 2024 CrossRoads Cruiser 3801BH? We've put together a detailed spec comparison to help you decide.
Dimensionally, you're looking at 29.0 ft for the Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH and 41.0 ft for the CrossRoads Cruiser 3801BH. The Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH carries an extra 4,800 lbs, which affects tow vehicle requirements and fuel economy.
Capacity-wise, expect to sleep 10 in the Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH versus 10 in the CrossRoads Cruiser 3801BH. With 4 and 3 slide-outs respectively, the parked floor plans differ significantly.
Tank capacities are a key off-grid consideration. The Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH carries 98 gal of fresh water, 80 gal gray, and 39 gal black. The CrossRoads Cruiser 3801BH offers 51 gal fresh, 58 gal gray, and 49 gal black. The Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH has the edge for extended dry camping.
Budget-wise, the CrossRoads Cruiser 3801BH is listed at $72,000 compared to $74,000 for the Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH.
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.
Remember, the perfect RV is the one you'll actually use. Pick the one that excites you most and hit the road.
Individual Overviews
2025 Forest River Sandpiper 3440BH
- Category: Fifth Wheel
- Length: 29 ft
- Weight: 12,900 lbs
- Sleeps: 10
- MSRP: $74,000
2024 CrossRoads Cruiser 3801BH
- Category: Fifth Wheel
- Length: 41 ft
- Weight: 8,100 lbs
- Sleeps: 10
- MSRP: $72,000