2026 Forest River Wildcat 278RLX vs 305MBX
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Key differences
Both are 2026 Travel trailer models from the Forest River Wildcat line. Here's how they differ, from manufacturer specifications.
- The 305MBX is 9″ longer: 35′ 6″ vs 34′ 9″.
- The 305MBX is 186 lb lighter unloaded: 7,850 vs 8,036 lb.
- The 278RLX has a 30 lb higher GVWR: 11,028 vs 10,998 lb.
- The 305MBX lists 156 lb more cargo capacity: 3,148 vs 2,992 lb.
- The 305MBX has a 30 lb lighter hitch weight: 798 vs 828 lb.
- Both have 2 slide-outs.
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