2025 Keystone Montana 3855BR vs 2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL
Two popular options on many shoppers' shortlists — the 2025 Keystone Montana 3855BR and the 2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL. Let's see how they compare across the specs that matter most.
Specifications Comparison
| Specification | 2025 Keystone Montana 3855BR | 2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Fifth Wheel | Fifth Wheel | — |
| Year | 2025 | 2024 | 2025 Keystone Montana 3855BR |
| Length | 28.5 ft | 31.5 ft | — |
| Width | 8.5 ft | 8 ft | — |
| Height | 13 ft | 13.5 ft | — |
| Dry Weight | 12,000 lbs | 11,900 lbs | — |
| GVWR | 16,300 lbs | 15,000 lbs | — |
| Sleeping Capacity | 6 | 7 | 2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL |
| Fresh Water | 67 gal | 94 gal | 2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL |
| Gray Water | 55 gal | 58 gal | 2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL |
| Black Water | 48 gal | 37 gal | 2025 Keystone Montana 3855BR |
| Fuel Capacity | — | — | — |
| Horsepower | — | — | — |
| Engine | — | — | — |
| Slide-Outs | 4 | 5 | 2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL |
| Solar | 300 W | 550 W | 2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL |
| Battery | 300 Ah | 350 Ah | 2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL |
| Inverter | 1,500 W | 3,000 W | 2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL |
| MSRP | $97,000 | $94,000 | 2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL |
Detailed Comparison
Two popular options on many shoppers' shortlists — the 2025 Keystone Montana 3855BR and the 2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL. Let's see how they compare across the specs that matter most.
Starting with size, the Keystone Montana 3855BR measures 28.5 ft long and tips the scales at 12,000 lbs dry weight. The Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL comes in at 31.5 ft with a dry weight of 11,900 lbs. That gives the Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL roughly 3.0 extra feet of length.
The Keystone Montana 3855BR sleeps 6 while the Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL accommodates 7. Slide-outs play a role in livability: the Keystone Montana 3855BR has 4 and the Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL has 5.
For boondocking enthusiasts, tank sizes matter. Fresh water capacity goes to the Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL at 94 gallons versus 67 gallons. Solar-wise, you get 300W on the Keystone Montana 3855BR and 550W on the Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL. Battery banks are 300 Ah and 350 Ah.
At $97,000 MSRP for the Keystone Montana 3855BR and $94,000 for the Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL, the Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL saves you $3,000. With only a 3% 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.
Ultimately, both rigs have their merits — test drive each one and see which floor plan speaks to your lifestyle.
Individual Overviews
2025 Keystone Montana 3855BR
- Category: Fifth Wheel
- Length: 28.5 ft
- Weight: 12,000 lbs
- Sleeps: 6
- MSRP: $97,000
2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL
- Category: Fifth Wheel
- Length: 31.5 ft
- Weight: 11,900 lbs
- Sleeps: 7
- MSRP: $94,000