2027 Coachmen Catalina Summit Series 8 281QBUNK vs Forest River Aurora 29TQS
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Key differences
Both are 2027 Travel trailer models. Here's how they differ, from manufacturer specifications.
- The Coachmen Catalina Summit Series 8 281QBUNK is 1″ longer: 36′ 2″ vs 36′ 1″.
- The Coachmen Catalina Summit Series 8 281QBUNK is 434 lb lighter unloaded: 7,390 vs 7,824 lb.
- The Forest River Aurora 29TQS has a 926 lb higher GVWR: 9,816 vs 8,890 lb.
- The Forest River Aurora 29TQS lists 492 lb more cargo capacity: 1,992 vs 1,500 lb.
- The Coachmen Catalina Summit Series 8 281QBUNK has a 24 lb lighter hitch weight: 992 vs 1,016 lb.
- Both have 1 slide-out.
- The Coachmen Catalina Summit Series 8 281QBUNK holds 6 gal more fresh water: 44 vs 38 gal.
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YOUR SHORTLIST
Floorplan
PRICING
Manufacturer price (USD)
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Lowest tracked dealer price (USD)
No recently verified dealer price
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Est. monthly payment (USD)
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DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS
Exterior length
36′ 2″
36′ 1″
Exterior width
8′ 0″
8′ 0″
Exterior height
11′ 3″
11′ 3″
Shipping / unloaded weight
7,390 lb
7,824 lb
GVWR
8,890 lb
9,816 lb
Listed cargo capacity
1,500 lb
1,992 lb
Listed hitch weight
992 lb
1,016 lb
LIVING & SLEEPING
Sleeping capacity
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Slide-outs
1
1
Main bed
Not verified
Not verified
Bunk beds
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Dinette
U-shaped dinette
U-shaped dinette
Bathroom
Not verified
Not verified
Refrigerator
Not verified
Not verified
TANKS & EVERYDAY FEATURES
Fresh water
44 gal
38 gal
Gray water
30 gal
59 gal
Black water
28 gal
28 gal
Awning length
18′ 0″
21′ 0″
Shore power / electrical service
30 amp standard; 50 amp optional
50 amp optional; standard service not verified
Solar equipment
Not verified
Not verified
Outdoor kitchen
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Washer/dryer prep
Not verified
Not verified
Microwave
Not verified
Not verified
Cooktop
Not verified
Not verified
Air conditioning
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Electric fireplace
Not verified
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Backup camera
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Propane tanks
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Tire size
Not verified
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SOURCES & VERIFICATION
Weight basis
Manufacturer unloaded vehicle weight
Manufacturer unloaded vehicle weight
Source checked
2026-10-21 Manufacturer ↗
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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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