Forest River Berkshire XL Class A Diesel Pusher Motorhomes For Sale

Forest River Berkshire XL FAQs

What is the Forest River Berkshire XL?

The Forest River Berkshire XL is a hand-crafted Class A diesel pusher motorhome built on a Freightliner XCR raised-rail chassis with the Cummins ISL 9L turbo diesel (380 HP) and an Allison transmission. It sits at the mid-tier of Forest River's Berkshire lineup, above the standard Berkshire and below the Berkshire XLT. It carries a 72-by-80-inch Tilt-a-View king bed, hand-laid porcelain tile flooring, hardwood cabinetry, a residential-style refrigerator, a convection microwave, an induction cooktop, a stackable washer/dryer, Neway air suspension front and rear, and a fireplace as standard equipment on every floor plan. Motor Home Specialist stocks the Berkshire XL in four floor plans: the 37B, 40C, 40E, and 40H.

What engine and chassis are on the Berkshire XL?

The Berkshire XL is built on the Freightliner XCR raised-rail chassis with the Cummins ISL 9L turbo diesel (380 HP), an Allison transmission, and Neway air suspension front and rear with a heavy-duty stabilizer bar. The 37B rides on a 238-inch wheelbase, and the 40C, 40E, and 40H ride on a longer 266-inch wheelbase. Every floor plan carries the same 53,320-lb GCWR with a 38,320-lb GVWR, a 14,320-lb front GAWR, a 24,000-lb rear GAWR, and a 100-gallon fuel tank.

How much can the Berkshire XL tow?

Based on the GCWR-minus-GVWR delta, every Berkshire XL floor plan has approximately 15,000 pounds of available tow capacity (versus about 10,000 pounds on the lighter standard Berkshire). That covers most full-size SUVs, trucks, and small enclosed trailers used as a dinghy. Confirm exact hitch rating and tongue weight on any specific Berkshire XL in stock with an MHSRV salesperson.

What floor plans does the Berkshire XL come in?

Motor Home Specialist stocks the Berkshire XL in four floor plans: the 37B (38 ft 8 in on the 238-inch wheelbase with a king master, single full bath, and convertible furniture for extra sleeping), the 40C (41 ft bunkhouse on the 266-inch wheelbase with a king master, dedicated bunk room with side-by-side bunks, and a full rear bath plus half bath), the 40E (41 ft bunkhouse on the 266-inch wheelbase with a king master, dedicated bunk room with side-by-side bunks, and two full baths), and the 40H (41 ft non-bunkhouse on the 266-inch wheelbase with a king master, convertible furniture in the main living area, and an optional table and chairs in place of the standard dinette).

Does the Berkshire XL come in a bunk model floor plan?

Yes. The Berkshire XL offers two dedicated bunkhouse floor plans: the 40C and the 40E. Both add a dedicated bunk room with side-by-side 30-by-73-inch bunks and a hinged top bunk for family travel. The 40C pairs the bunk room with a full rear bath and a half bath. The 40E pairs the bunk room with two full baths. The 37B and 40H don't include a dedicated bunk room but each uses convertible furniture in the main living area for additional sleeping.

Does the Berkshire XL 40E have two full bathrooms?

Yes. The Berkshire XL 40E is one of the only Class A diesel pushers at this price tier with two full bathrooms. The rear bath carries a shower, a vanity sink with medicine cabinet, and a stackable washer/dryer, and the second full bath sits across from the bunk room for family privacy. Two-full-bathroom Class A diesel pushers are unusual outside the flagship tier, which makes the 40E a real value for family and full-time travelers. The 40C runs a full rear bath plus a half bath instead, and the 37B and 40H both run a single full bath.

What is the difference between the standard Berkshire and the Berkshire XL?

Both are Forest River Class A diesel pushers on the Freightliner XCR raised-rail chassis with Allison transmissions, and both carry a 72-by-80-inch Tilt-a-View king bed, hand-laid porcelain tile flooring, hardwood cabinetry, and Forest River's 16-week hand-build-and-test cycle. The XL steps up from the standard Berkshire's Cummins ISB 6.7L 360HP engine to the Cummins ISL 9L turbo diesel at 380 HP, a heavier 53,320-lb GCWR (vs 42,600-to-47,320 on the standard), an approximately 15,000-lb tow capacity (vs about 10,000), Neway air suspension front and rear, a longer 266-inch wheelbase on three of four floor plans, and dedicated bunkhouse plans (40C and 40E). Pick the standard Berkshire for the shorter footprint and lower entry price. Pick the XL for step-up power, air suspension, and access to the bunkhouse floor plans.

What is the difference between the Berkshire XL and the Berkshire XLT?

Both the Berkshire XL and Berkshire XLT are Forest River Class A diesel pushers on the Freightliner XCR chassis with Allison transmissions and Forest River's 16-week hand-build-and-test cycle. The XL is the mid-tier with the Cummins ISL 9L 380HP diesel, a 53,320-lb GCWR, and a 266-inch wheelbase on three of four floor plans. The XLT is the top tier with the Cummins ISL 9L at 450 HP, a 62,000-lb GCWR, a 294-inch wheelbase across every plan, a 150-gallon fuel tank, and a 44 ft 11 in overall length. Pick the XL for step-up power, air suspension, and dedicated bunkhouse plans (40C and 40E) at a more accessible entry point than the flagship XLT. Pick the XLT for maximum chassis capability, the longest wheelbase, the largest fuel tank, and the deepest standard feature list.

What is the bedroom like in the Berkshire XL?

Every Berkshire XL floor plan carries a 72-by-80-inch Tilt-a-View king bed in the rear master with a slideout for additional floor space, wardrobes, a dresser, and a 32-inch LED TV. Hand-laid porcelain tile and hardwood cabinetry carry from the living space into the master. Every master includes an adjoining full bath with a shower, vanity sink with medicine cabinet, and a stackable washer/dryer. The 40C and 40E also add a dedicated bunk room with side-by-side 30-by-73-inch bunks and a hinged top bunk for family travel.

Do I need a CDL to drive a Forest River Berkshire XL?

In most states, no CDL is required to operate a Forest River Berkshire XL because it is a personal-use recreational vehicle. That said, CDL and non-commercial license requirements vary by state, particularly for motorhomes above certain weight or length thresholds. The 53,320-lb GCWR and 40 ft 11 in length on the 40C/40E/40H may trigger a non-commercial Class A or Class B license in some states, so buyers should check with their state's DMV before purchase.

Where can I buy a Forest River Berkshire XL?

Motor Home Specialist in Alvarado, Texas is a full-line Forest River dealer and stocks one of the largest selections of new and used Forest River Berkshire XL Class A diesel pusher motorhomes for sale in the country. MHSRV serves Berkshire XL buyers nationwide with in-house financing, trade-ins, and full-service support after the sale.