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

Specification2025 Keystone Montana 3855BR2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RLAdvantage
CategoryFifth WheelFifth Wheel
Year202520242025 Keystone Montana 3855BR
Length28.5 ft31.5 ft
Width8.5 ft8 ft
Height13 ft13.5 ft
Dry Weight12,000 lbs11,900 lbs
GVWR16,300 lbs15,000 lbs
Sleeping Capacity672024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL
Fresh Water67 gal94 gal2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL
Gray Water55 gal58 gal2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL
Black Water48 gal37 gal2025 Keystone Montana 3855BR
Fuel Capacity
Horsepower
Engine
Slide-Outs452024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL
Solar300 W550 W2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL
Battery300 Ah350 Ah2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL
Inverter1,500 W3,000 W2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL
MSRP$97,000$94,0002024 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
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2024 Forest River Cedar Creek 360RL

  • Category: Fifth Wheel
  • Length: 31.5 ft
  • Weight: 11,900 lbs
  • Sleeps: 7
  • MSRP: $94,000
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