Fleetwood Palisade
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Fleetwood Palisade Class A diesel pusher motorhomes for sale at Motor Home Specialist, the #1 Volume Selling Motor Home Dealer in the World and the #1 Fleetwood RV dealer in the country.
The Palisade is Fleetwood's flagship Class A diesel pusher, sitting at the top of the Fleetwood lineup above the Frontier and Frontier GTX. Built on the Freightliner® Custom Chassis XCM Freedom Bridge® platform with the Cummins® L9 450-horsepower diesel and a 61,000-pound GCWR, the Palisade targets buyers cross-shopping a premium 40-to-45-foot diesel pusher against the Holiday Rambler Armada, American Coach Eagle, Tiffin Phaeton, and Newmar Kountry Star. Standard equipment includes On Guard™ collision mitigation with integrated MobilEye, the Freedom Drive™ chassis package, the AquaHot® 450D hydronic heating system (eliminating onboard propane), heated porcelain tile flooring, custom 4-color full-body paint, six AGM HE house batteries, a 10 kW Onan QD generator, residential appliances, solid hardwood cabinetry, the XL custom hand-laid tile shower, and Apex Custom Furniture throughout. The Palisade is offered in four floor plans (40H, 45CS, 45DS, 45FS) ranging from 41 to 44 feet 8 inches in length.
The Palisade is built on the Freightliner Custom Chassis XCM Freedom Bridge platform with the Cummins L9 diesel rated at 450 horsepower and 1,250 lb-ft of torque. The L9 includes a Jake brake (engine compression brake) for reduced wear on the friction brakes during long descents. The chassis runs the Allison 3000 MH 6-speed automatic transmission, a 240-amp Delco Remy alternator, a side radiator cooling system (which keeps engine cooling fans away from the exhaust path for better cooling efficiency), a 150-gallon fuel tank, dual DEF fill, BrakeSync, and 315/80 Michelin tires with TPMS (tire pressure monitoring).
The Freedom Drive chassis package adds the On Guard active driving safety suite, which includes adaptive cruise control (ACC), electronic traction control (ETC), road stability and steering (RSS), automatic traction control (ATC), the integrated MobilEye collision mitigation system, and additional driver-assist features for confident long-distance highway driving.
Chassis weight ratings are consistent across all four floor plans: a 16,000-pound front GAWR, a 20,000-pound rear GAWR, a 10,000-pound tag axle GAWR, a 61,000-pound GCWR, a 15,000-pound hitch rating, and a 1,500-pound tongue weight rating. Wheelbase varies: the 40H uses a 272-inch wheelbase, while the 45CS, 45DS, and 45FS share a 317-inch wheelbase. All four floor plans share the 150-gallon fuel tank capacity.
The body uses solid hardwood cabinetry, heated porcelain tile flooring, solid surface countertops, custom Apex Custom Furniture, Villa driver and passenger seats with integrated seatbelts, and the XL custom hand-laid tile shower throughout. The exterior includes custom 4-color full-body paint as standard equipment, roofline-integrated box awnings, oversized luggage bays with oversized luggage trays, and the top-mount wiper system. The 450D AquaHot hydronic heating system handles space heating, hot water, and engine pre-heat from a single diesel-fired unit, eliminating onboard propane. Power management includes a 10 kW Onan QD generator and six AGM HE (high-efficiency) house batteries.
The galley includes residential appliances, a residential refrigerator, an induction cooktop, and a convection microwave. Washer/dryer configuration depends on floor plan: the 40H, 45CS, and 45DS use a stackable washer/dryer; the 45FS uses a side-by-side washer/dryer configuration.
The Palisade is offered in three décor packages: Berkeley (charcoal sofa with marble countertop, mosaic tile backsplash, marble flooring), Horizon (taupe sofa with abstract art accent, blue subway tile backsplash, marble countertop, gray-tone flooring), and Mystic Moon (black sofa with high-contrast checkerboard accent, dark herringbone tile backsplash, marble countertop, light wood flooring, new décor for MY2026). Cabinetry is available in five finish options: Chelsea (charcoal), Imperial (deep slate), Winter Fog (white), Hazelnut (medium walnut, new wood for MY2026), and Silver Fox & Imperial (silver-gray accent wood, available with the Mystic Moon décor package only). The Berkeley décor package offers two sofa color options: Chelsea/Winter Fog/Roasted Almond/Metropolitan cabinetry only, or Sedona cabinetry only.
The Palisade is available in seven exterior paint schemes: Alpine, Cliffside, Kayenta, Newport, Nightfall (new for MY2026), Olympia, and Summit.
At MHSRV, the Palisade is offered in four floor plans: the 40H, 45CS, 45DS, and 45FS. The 40H is 41 feet long with a 272-inch wheelbase and uses a king bedroom paired with a stackable washer/dryer, the front loft bed, sofa sleeper for guests, and 140 cubic feet of interior storage with 160 cubic feet of exterior storage. The 45CS is 44 feet 8 inches long with a 317-inch wheelbase and uses the king bedroom paired with the stackable washer/dryer, dual recliners (optional), the U-shaped dinette (optional), prep dining setup, and 250 cubic feet of interior storage with 172 cubic feet of exterior storage. The 45DS is 44 feet 8 inches long with the same 317-inch wheelbase and uses the king bedroom paired with the stackable washer/dryer, dual recliners (optional), and 238 cubic feet of interior storage. The 45FS is 44 feet 8 inches long with the 317-inch wheelbase and uses the king bedroom paired with the side-by-side washer/dryer (the only Palisade floor plan with this configuration), the L-shaped dinette (optional), and 238 cubic feet of interior storage. All four floor plans share a 12-foot 10-inch overall height, 102-inch overall width, 84-inch interior height, 96-inch interior width, 100-gallon fresh water capacity, 75-gallon gray water, and 50-gallon black water tanks. Patio awning width is 19 feet 8 inches across all four floor plans.
Optional equipment available across the Palisade lineup includes the Hide-A-Loft™ Electric Drop Down Bed, the Adap-Table™ Dinette, the Dream Dinette, the U-Shaped Dinette (45CS), the L-Shaped Dinette (45FS), the luxury performance fabric sofa, dual recliners (45CS, 45DS), the Mid-Ship TV (40H), BlindSpot detection, the 2nd full-day 90-inch slide-out tray, A/Cs with condensation pump, heated tile flooring rear, the Starlink system, the exterior freezer, the Technology Package, and the roof-mounted patio awning on the 2nd door side.
For shoppers cross-shopping the Palisade against other premium Class A diesel pushers, browse the full Fleetwood RV lineup at MHSRV to compare floor plans, pricing, and features across the brand.
Fleetwood Palisade FAQs
What is the Fleetwood Palisade?
The Palisade is Fleetwood's flagship Class A diesel pusher motorhome, built on the Freightliner Custom Chassis XCM Freedom Bridge platform with the Cummins L9 diesel at 450 horsepower. It includes the On Guard collision mitigation system, the Freedom Drive chassis safety package, the AquaHot 450D hydronic heating system (eliminating onboard propane), heated porcelain tile flooring, custom 4-color full-body paint, residential appliances, and solid hardwood cabinetry. It's offered in four floor plans (40H, 45CS, 45DS, 45FS) ranging from 41 to 44 feet 8 inches long.
What chassis is the Palisade built on?
The Palisade is built on the Freightliner Custom Chassis XCM Freedom Bridge platform with the Cummins L9 diesel rated at 450 horsepower and 1,250 lb-ft of torque, paired with a Jake brake. The chassis includes the Allison 3000 MH 6-speed automatic transmission, a 240-amp Delco Remy alternator, a side radiator cooling system, a 150-gallon fuel tank with dual DEF fill, BrakeSync, and 315/80 Michelin tires with TPMS. The 40H uses a 272-inch wheelbase; the 45CS, 45DS, and 45FS share a 317-inch wheelbase.
What's the difference between the Palisade and the Frontier or Frontier GTX?
All three are Fleetwood Class A diesel pushers built on Freightliner Custom Chassis platforms with Cummins diesel engines. The Frontier and Frontier GTX are built on the Cummins 6.7L (340 to 360 horsepower) for mid-tier diesel pusher buyers. The Palisade is the flagship lineup with the larger Cummins L9 (450 horsepower and 1,250 lb-ft of torque), the higher-rated chassis (61,000-pound GCWR vs 33,000 to 43,600-pound GCWR), the side radiator cooling system, the heavier-duty Michelin 315/80 tire package, the Freedom Drive chassis package with On Guard collision mitigation as standard, custom 4-color full-body paint, and longer 45-foot floor plans. The Palisade is geared toward buyers who want the biggest, most capable Fleetwood diesel pusher with premium features as standard rather than optional. Floor plans, finish packages, and feature differences vary, and your salesperson can walk through the specific differences.
How much can the Palisade tow?
The Palisade has a 15,000-pound hitch rating with a 1,500-pound tongue weight rating across all four floor plans. The GCWR is 61,000 pounds. That's enough for a meaningful tow vehicle, an enclosed trailer, a boat trailer, or a utility trailer. Always confirm tow vehicle weight against the coach's actual GCWR before towing.
Is the Palisade a diesel pusher?
Yes, the Palisade is a Class A diesel pusher motorhome. The Cummins L9 diesel is mounted at the rear of the chassis (the "pusher" configuration), separating it from a Class A gas motorhome (with the engine at the front) or a Super C diesel (with the engine at the front of a truck-cab chassis).
What is the Freedom Drive package?
Freedom Drive is the chassis safety and driver-assist package that comes standard on the Palisade. It includes the On Guard suite of active driving features: adaptive cruise control (ACC), electronic traction control (ETC), road stability and steering (RSS), automatic traction control (ATC), and the integrated MobilEye collision mitigation system. The Freedom Drive package gives the Palisade modern driver-assist features that make long-distance highway travel more confident and safer.
What is the AquaHot 450D system?
The AquaHot 450D is a hydronic heating system that handles space heating, hot water, and engine pre-heat from a single diesel-fired unit, drawing fuel from the same chassis tank that powers the engine. By using diesel for all heating functions, the AquaHot 450D eliminates the need for onboard propane on the Palisade entirely, removing the propane tank, propane lines, and propane safety equipment that's standard on most Class A motorhomes. The 450D is the largest AquaHot configuration in the Fleetwood lineup, sized for the longer floor plans and larger living areas.
What floor plans does the Palisade come in?
Motor Home Specialist offers the Palisade in four floor plans. The 40H (41 feet, 272-inch wheelbase, king bedroom with stackable washer/dryer, front loft bed, sofa sleeper). The 45CS (44 feet 8 inches, 317-inch wheelbase, king bedroom with stackable washer/dryer, optional dual recliners and U-shaped dinette, 250 cu ft interior storage). The 45DS (44 feet 8 inches, 317-inch wheelbase, king bedroom with stackable washer/dryer, optional dual recliners). The 45FS (44 feet 8 inches, 317-inch wheelbase, king bedroom with side-by-side washer/dryer, optional L-shaped dinette).
Does the Palisade come with full-body paint?
Yes, the Palisade comes standard with custom 4-color full-body paint as standard equipment across all four floor plans. This is a step up from typical Class A diesel pusher standard equipment where full-body paint is often optional. Seven exterior paint schemes are offered: Alpine, Cliffside, Kayenta, Newport, Nightfall (new for MY2026), Olympia, and Summit.
Does the Palisade have heated floors?
Yes, the Palisade includes heated porcelain tile flooring as standard equipment, with an option to add heated tile flooring in the rear living area. The heated tile system pairs with the AquaHot 450D hydronic system, drawing on the diesel-fired unit for warmth that doesn't require electrical resistance heating or onboard propane.
Does the Palisade come with a washer and dryer?
Yes, every Palisade comes standard with a washer and dryer. Configuration depends on floor plan. The 40H, 45CS, and 45DS use a stackable washer/dryer configuration. The 45FS uses a side-by-side washer/dryer configuration as the only Palisade floor plan with this layout.
What décor and cabinetry options does the Palisade offer?
The Palisade is offered in three décor packages: Berkeley (charcoal sofa with marble countertop, mosaic tile backsplash, marble flooring), Horizon (taupe sofa with abstract art accent, blue subway tile backsplash, marble countertop, gray-tone flooring), and Mystic Moon (black sofa with high-contrast checkerboard accent, dark herringbone tile, light wood flooring, new décor for MY2026). Cabinetry is available in five finishes: Chelsea (charcoal), Imperial (deep slate), Winter Fog (white), Hazelnut (medium walnut, new wood for MY2026), and Silver Fox & Imperial (silver-gray accent wood, available with the Mystic Moon décor package only). Seven exterior paint schemes are offered including Nightfall (new for MY2026).
How much does a Fleetwood Palisade cost?
Motor Home Specialist offers industry-leading discount pricing on every new Fleetwood Palisade for sale, well below MSRP, so you save thousands compared to other Fleetwood dealers. Pricing varies by floor plan, décor package, cabinetry finish, exterior paint scheme, and selected options. Contact MHSRV for current pricing on in-stock units.
What standout features come on the Palisade?
Notable features include the Freightliner Custom Chassis XCM Freedom Bridge platform, the Cummins L9 450-horsepower diesel with 1,250 lb-ft of torque and Jake brake, the Allison 3000 MH 6-speed automatic transmission, the 240-amp Delco Remy alternator, the side radiator cooling system, a 150-gallon fuel tank with dual DEF fill, 315/80 Michelin tires with TPMS, BrakeSync, the Freedom Drive package with On Guard collision mitigation as standard, the AquaHot 450D hydronic heating (eliminating onboard propane), heated porcelain tile flooring (standard, optional rear), custom 4-color full-body paint as standard, the 10 kW Onan QD generator, six AGM HE house batteries, residential appliances, solid hardwood cabinetry, solid surface countertops, custom Apex Furniture, Villa driver/passenger seats with integrated seatbelts, the XL custom hand-laid tile shower, three décor packages (Berkeley, Horizon, Mystic Moon new for MY2026), five cabinetry finishes including Hazelnut new for MY2026, seven exterior paint schemes including Nightfall new for MY2026, and an extensive options list including the Hide-A-Loft Electric Drop Down Bed, Starlink, BlindSpot detection, exterior freezer, and the Technology Package.
Where can I buy a Fleetwood Palisade?
Motor Home Specialist in Alvarado, Texas is the #1 volume-selling Fleetwood dealer in the world and stocks one of the largest selections of new and used Fleetwood Palisade Class A diesel pusher motorhomes for sale anywhere in the country. MHSRV ships Palisade motorhomes to customers nationwide and offers in-house financing, trade-ins, and full-service support after the sale.
Manufacturer options, features, colors, etc. can all change without notice and MHSRV assumes no responsibility for the changes or possible errors in information provided by the manufacturer. All weights and measurements are approximate and not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. For the latest information be sure to check with your salesperson and/or the coach manufacturer and verify before purchase.
