2024 Fleetwood Flair 29M vs 2025 Fleetwood Southwind 34C

Two popular options on many shoppers' shortlists — the 2024 Fleetwood Flair 29M and the 2025 Fleetwood Southwind 34C. Let's see how they compare across the specs that matter most.

Specifications Comparison

Specification2024 Fleetwood Flair 29M2025 Fleetwood Southwind 34CAdvantage
CategoryClass AClass A
Year202420252025 Fleetwood Southwind 34C
Length39.5 ft34 ft
Width8.5 ft8 ft
Height12 ft12.5 ft
Dry Weight16,600 lbs20,700 lbs
GVWR21,400 lbs23,200 lbs
Sleeping Capacity572025 Fleetwood Southwind 34C
Fresh Water114 gal64 gal2024 Fleetwood Flair 29M
Gray Water69 gal43 gal2024 Fleetwood Flair 29M
Black Water46 gal36 gal2024 Fleetwood Flair 29M
Fuel Capacity112 gal97 gal2024 Fleetwood Flair 29M
Horsepower308 hp405 hp2025 Fleetwood Southwind 34C
EngineChevrolet 6.0L V8Cummins ISL 8.9L
Slide-Outs232025 Fleetwood Southwind 34C
Solar150 W500 W2025 Fleetwood Southwind 34C
Battery300 Ah300 AhTie
Inverter2,500 W1,000 W2024 Fleetwood Flair 29M
MSRP$347,000$423,0002024 Fleetwood Flair 29M

Detailed Comparison

Two popular options on many shoppers' shortlists — the 2024 Fleetwood Flair 29M and the 2025 Fleetwood Southwind 34C. Let's see how they compare across the specs that matter most.

Starting with size, the Fleetwood Flair 29M measures 39.5 ft long and tips the scales at 16,600 lbs dry weight. The Fleetwood Southwind 34C comes in at 34.0 ft with a dry weight of 20,700 lbs. That gives the Fleetwood Flair 29M roughly 5.5 extra feet of length.

The Fleetwood Flair 29M sleeps 5 while the Fleetwood Southwind 34C accommodates 7. Slide-outs play a role in livability: the Fleetwood Flair 29M has 2 and the Fleetwood Southwind 34C has 3.

For boondocking enthusiasts, tank sizes matter. Fresh water capacity goes to the Fleetwood Flair 29M at 114 gallons versus 64 gallons. Solar-wise, you get 150W on the Fleetwood Flair 29M and 500W on the Fleetwood Southwind 34C. Battery banks are 300 Ah and 300 Ah.

At $347,000 MSRP for the Fleetwood Flair 29M and $423,000 for the Fleetwood Southwind 34C, the Fleetwood Flair 29M saves you $76,000.

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

2024 Fleetwood Flair 29M

  • Category: Class A
  • Length: 39.5 ft
  • Weight: 16,600 lbs
  • Sleeps: 5
  • MSRP: $347,000
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2025 Fleetwood Southwind 34C

  • Category: Class A
  • Length: 34 ft
  • Weight: 20,700 lbs
  • Sleeps: 7
  • MSRP: $423,000
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