Forest River Berkshire XLT
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Forest River Berkshire XLT RVs For Sale
Forest River Berkshire XLT Class A diesel pusher motorhomes for sale at Motor Home Specialist, the #1 Volume Selling Motor Home Dealer in the World and a full-line Forest River RV dealer. The Berkshire XLT is the flagship of Forest River's Berkshire lineup, sitting above both the standard Berkshire and the Berkshire XL. MHSRV stocks one of the largest selections of new and used Berkshire XLT motorhomes for sale in the country, all backed by industry-leading discount pricing.
The XLT steps up to the Cummins ISL 9L turbo diesel at 450 HP (up from 380 HP on the XL and 360 HP on the standard Berkshire), a 62,000-pound GCWR (up from 53,320 on the XL), a 294-inch wheelbase, a 150-gallon fuel tank, and a 44 ft 11 in overall length. It's aimed at buyers stepping up from the XL who want maximum chassis capability, families who need a dedicated bunkhouse with a heavier-duty foundation, and full-time RVers who want Forest River's flagship Class A diesel pusher.
Chassis, Powertrain, and Towing
Every Berkshire XLT is built on the Freightliner XCR raised-rail chassis paired with the Cummins ISL 9L turbo diesel (450 HP) and an Allison transmission. Every floor plan shares a 294-inch wheelbase, a 62,000-lb GCWR, a 47,000-lb GVWR, a 17,000-lb front GAWR, a 30,000-lb rear GAWR, a 150-gallon fuel tank, 103 gallons of fresh water, and a steel-constructed basement with full pass-through luggage storage.
Based on the GCWR-minus-GVWR delta, every Berkshire XLT floor plan has approximately 15,000 pounds of available capacity for towing a dinghy. The math works out close to the same as the Berkshire XL, but the XLT's higher-output 450-HP engine and heavier chassis give more headroom under load while pulling the same trailer.
Hand-Built and Tested Over 16 Weeks
Every Berkshire is built by hand and runs through a 16-week build-and-test cycle before it leaves the factory. The longer lead time supports closer quality control than typical Class A production lines and backs Forest River's "Limited Build, Limitless Quality" positioning across the Berkshire family. The XLT layers on the most extensive standard-equipment list in the Berkshire family.
Standard Feature Highlights on the XLT
Every XLT carries a 4-point fully auto hydraulic leveling system with auto air dump, MultiPlex lighting with smart-app control, an energy management system, remote generator start at both the dash and the bedroom, an electronic safe, high-gloss glazed hardwood cabinetry, a 48-inch LED TV in the living area, a 32-inch LED TV in the bedroom, a Hi-Fi soundbar with Bluetooth, a fireplace, Blu-Ray and DVD players, and a stackable washer and dryer.
Interior, Kitchen, and Bath
The interior runs hand-laid porcelain tile flooring throughout (electric heated tile flooring is available as an option), a carpeted living area, high-gloss glazed hardwood cabinetry with raised panel doors, polished solid-surface countertops, a tile backsplash, a kitchen pantry, and residential-style furniture.
Every floor plan includes a residential refrigerator, microwave, fireplace, external entertainment center for outdoor viewing, and an HD digital TV antenna. Theater seating is available as an option in place of the standard sofa configuration on every floor plan.
Master Bedroom and Sleeping
Every Berkshire XLT floor plan carries a 72-by-80-inch Tilt-a-View king bed in the rear master with wardrobes, a dresser, and a 32-inch LED TV. Hand-laid porcelain tile and hardwood cabinetry carry from the living area into the master.
The 45A and 45E add a dedicated bunk room with side-by-side 30-by-73-inch bunks and a hinged top bunk for family travel, plus a hide-a-bed sofa in the main living area. The 45E also adds a sofa-bed alongside the hide-a-bed sofa.
The 45G replaces the dedicated bunk room with a mirror vanity desk and a storage area behind the bedroom TV, plus an optional desk-with-fireplace configuration for owners who work from the road.
Exterior Build and Paint
The exterior runs multiple full-body paint design options finished with Sikkens 4x clear coat for long-term gloss retention. A Diamond Shield front mask protective film is available as an option to guard the front cap against road debris. Patio awning size varies by plan (12 ft 9 in on the 45A, 16 ft 6 in on the 45E, and 18 ft on the 45G), and every plan carries a 56-inch door awning as standard.
Safety and Coach Control
Safety equipment is built into every XLT with smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, LP gas detectors with auto shutoffs, and an electronic safe standard. The MultiPlex smart-app house control system lets owners operate lighting, slides, awning, and the energy management system from a smartphone or tablet.
The Three Berkshire XLT Floor Plans at MHSRV
Motor Home Specialist stocks the Berkshire XLT in three floor plans. Forest River also builds a 45CA bunkhouse XLT that MHSRV does not currently stock.
45A: 44 ft 11 in bunkhouse coach. King master. Dedicated bunk room with side-by-side bunks. Hide-a-bed sofa. 12 ft 9 in patio awning.
45E: 44 ft 11 in bunkhouse coach. King master. Dedicated bunk room with side-by-side bunks. Hide-a-bed sofa plus sofa-bed in the main living area. 16 ft 6 in patio awning.
45G: 44 ft 11 in non-bunkhouse coach. King master with mirror vanity desk. Optional desk-with-fireplace configuration. 101-inch slightly-wider footprint. 18 ft patio awning.
Shopping the Berkshire XLT? Compare it against the rest of the Berkshire lineup: the standard Berkshire (entry-tier ISB 6.7L 360 HP, lengths from 35 ft 5 in to 41 ft) and the Berkshire XL (mid-tier ISL 9L 380 HP with Neway air suspension). Cross-shopping other Forest River motorhomes? See the Georgetown GT7, Georgetown GT5, and FR3 Plus. All are stocked at MHSRV.
Forest River Berkshire XLT FAQs
What is the Forest River Berkshire XLT?
The Berkshire XLT is the top-tier model in Forest River's Berkshire lineup, a hand-crafted Class A diesel pusher motorhome built on the Freightliner XCR raised-rail chassis with the Cummins ISL 9L turbo diesel (450 HP) and an Allison transmission. It sits above both the standard Berkshire and the Berkshire XL, with a heavier chassis (62,000-lb GCWR), a 294-inch wheelbase, a 150-gallon fuel tank, and a longer standard feature list that includes 4-point auto hydraulic leveling with auto air dump, MultiPlex smart-app lighting, an energy management system, an electronic safe, and Forest River's 16-week hand-build-and-test cycle. Motor Home Specialist stocks the Berkshire XLT in three floor plans: the 45A, 45E, and 45G.
What engine and chassis are on the Berkshire XLT?
The Berkshire XLT is built on the Freightliner XCR raised-rail chassis paired with the Cummins ISL 9L turbo diesel (450 HP) and an Allison transmission. Every floor plan rides on a 294-inch wheelbase and shares a 62,000-lb GCWR, a 47,000-lb GVWR, a 17,000-lb front GAWR, a 30,000-lb rear GAWR, and a 150-gallon fuel tank. A 4-point fully auto hydraulic leveling system with auto air dump and a steel-constructed basement with full pass-through luggage storage are standard.
What is the difference between the Berkshire, Berkshire XL, and Berkshire XLT?
All three are Forest River Class A diesel pushers on the Freightliner XCR raised-rail chassis with Allison transmissions and Forest River's 16-week hand-build-and-test cycle. The standard Berkshire is the entry tier (Cummins ISB 6.7L 360 HP, 42,600-to-47,320-lb GCWR, lengths from 35 ft 5 in to 41 ft). The Berkshire XL is the mid tier (Cummins ISL 9L 380 HP, 53,320-lb GCWR, Neway air suspension, lengths from 38 ft 8 in to 41 ft with dedicated bunkhouse plans). The Berkshire XLT is the top tier (Cummins ISL 9L 450 HP, 62,000-lb GCWR, 294-inch wheelbase, 150-gallon fuel tank, 44 ft 11 in). Pick the entry Berkshire for the shorter footprint and lower entry price. Pick the XL for step-up power and air suspension. Pick the XLT for maximum chassis capability, the longest wheelbase, and the deepest standard feature list.
How much can the Berkshire XLT tow?
Based on the GCWR-minus-GVWR delta, every Berkshire XLT floor plan has approximately 15,000 pounds of available capacity for towing a dinghy. The math works out close to the same as the Berkshire XL's capacity, but the XLT's higher-output 450-HP engine and heavier chassis give more headroom under load while pulling the same trailer. This covers most full-size SUVs, trucks, and enclosed trailers owners use as a dinghy. Confirm the exact hitch rating and tongue weight on any specific Berkshire XLT in stock with an MHSRV salesperson.
What floor plans does the Berkshire XLT come in?
Motor Home Specialist stocks the Berkshire XLT in three floor plans: the 45A (44 ft 11 in bunkhouse coach with a king master, dedicated bunk room with side-by-side bunks, hide-a-bed sofa, and 12 ft 9 in patio awning), the 45E (44 ft 11 in bunkhouse coach with king master, dedicated bunk room, hide-a-bed sofa plus sofa-bed in the living area, and 16 ft 6 in patio awning), and the 45G (44 ft 11 in non-bunkhouse coach with king master, optional desk-with-fireplace configuration, mirror vanity desk in the master, and 18 ft patio awning). Forest River also builds a 45CA bunkhouse XLT that MHSRV does not currently stock.
Does the Berkshire XLT come in a bunk model floor plan?
Yes. The Berkshire XLT offers two dedicated bunkhouse floor plans at MHSRV: the 45A and the 45E. Both add a dedicated bunk room with side-by-side 30-by-73-inch bunk beds and a hinged top bunk for family travel, plus a hide-a-bed sofa in the main living area. The 45E adds a sofa-bed alongside the hide-a-bed sofa. The 45G is the non-bunkhouse option, replacing the bunk room with a mirror vanity desk in the master and an optional desk-with-fireplace configuration.
What is the bedroom like in the Berkshire XLT?
Every Berkshire XLT floor plan carries a 72-by-80-inch Tilt-a-View king bed in the rear master with wardrobes, a dresser, and a 32-inch LED TV. Hand-laid porcelain tile flooring and hardwood cabinetry continue from the living space into the master. Every plan includes an adjoining bath with shower, vanity sink, and stackable washer and dryer. The 45A and 45E add a dedicated bunk room; the 45G adds a mirror vanity desk and storage behind the bedroom TV in place of the bunk room.
Does the Berkshire XLT have a home-office workspace option?
Yes. The 45G offers an optional desk-with-fireplace configuration for owners who work remotely from the road, plus a mirror vanity desk with a storage area behind the bedroom TV in the master. Together with the 45G's slightly-wider 101-inch footprint, it's the workspace-friendly pick in the XLT lineup for buyers who need dedicated desk space in the coach.
Do I need a CDL to drive a Forest River Berkshire XLT?
In most states, no CDL is required to operate a Forest River Berkshire XLT 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 Berkshire XLT's 62,000-lb GCWR and 44 ft 11 in length 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 XLT?
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 XLT Class A diesel pusher motorhomes for sale in the country. MHSRV serves Berkshire XLT buyers nationwide with 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.
