2026 Forest River Salem Hemisphere 286RL vs ROOST43
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Key differences
Both are 2026 Fifth wheel models from the Forest River Salem Hemisphere line. Here's how they differ, from manufacturer specifications.
- The ROOST43 is 9′ 10″ longer: 43′ 9″ vs 33′ 11″.
- The 286RL is 5,664 lb lighter unloaded: 9,380 vs 15,044 lb.
- The ROOST43 lists 260 lb more cargo capacity: 2,951 vs 2,691 lb.
- The 286RL has a 959 lb lighter hitch weight: 1,871 vs 2,830 lb.
- The ROOST43 has 5 slide-outs; the 286RL has 3.
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YOUR SHORTLIST
Floorplan
PRICING
Manufacturer price (USD)
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DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS
Exterior length
33′ 11″
43′ 9″
Exterior width
8′ 0″
8′ 5″
Exterior height
13′ 5″
13′ 5″
Shipping / unloaded weight
9,380 lb
15,044 lb
GVWR
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Listed cargo capacity
2,691 lb
2,951 lb
Listed hitch weight
1,871 lb
2,830 lb
LIVING & SLEEPING
Sleeping capacity
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Slide-outs
3
5
Main bed
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Bunk beds
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Dinette
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Bathroom
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Refrigerator
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TANKS & EVERYDAY FEATURES
Fresh water
57 gal
57 gal
Gray water
60 gal
78 gal
Black water
32 gal
78 gal
Awning length
13′ 0″
20′ 0″
Shore power / electrical service
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Solar equipment
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Outdoor kitchen
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Washer/dryer prep
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Microwave
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Cooktop
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Air conditioning
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Electric fireplace
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Backup camera
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Propane tanks
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Tire size
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SOURCES & VERIFICATION
Weight basis
Manufacturer unloaded vehicle weight
Manufacturer unloaded vehicle weight
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Manufacturer floorplan images © their respective manufacturers. Specs checked October 19, 2026; exact-unit labels and production options may differ. “Not verified” or a dash means we have no confirmed value. “Not listed” means the applicable manufacturer equipment was checked but does not mention the feature; it does not mean “No.” “Conflicting data” means manufacturer entries disagree. “Optional” equipment is available but is not confirmed as standard. Camera prep does not confirm an installed camera. Weights are kept separate: unloaded weight, GVWR, cargo capacity, and hitch weight. Confirm every specification for the exact model year and configuration with the manufacturer. This tool does not establish towing compatibility.
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