Forest River Forester MBS
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Forest River Forester MBS RVs For Sale
Forest River Forester MBS Class C diesel motorhomes for sale at Motor Home Specialist, the #1 Volume Selling Motor Home Dealer in the World and the #1 Forest River RV dealer in the country. The Forester MBS is Forest River's Mercedes-Benz Sprinter diesel Class C, built on the Sprinter 3500 chassis in three approximately 25-foot floor plans. Shopping for a new Forester MBS or a used Forester MBS? MHSRV stocks one of the largest selections of Forest River Forester MBS Class C diesel motorhomes for sale anywhere in the country, all backed by industry-leading discount pricing.
Why Buyers Pick the Forester MBS
The MBS is the Sprinter option in the Forester family, sitting between the Ford-chassis Forester Classic and the value Forester LE. Buyers land on the MBS for the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 diesel powertrain (fuel economy and longevity that gas Class Cs can't match), the shorter 25-foot footprint that clears state parks and older campgrounds, and the upmarket cab package (power heated leather swivel seats, 10-inch CarPlay/Android touchscreen radio) that isn't standard on the Ford-chassis siblings. Cross-shoppers usually compare it against the Coachmen Cross Trail XL Sprinter, Thor Compass or Gemini, Winnebago View or Navion, and the Tiffin Wayfarer.
Chassis and Towing
The Forester MBS runs on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 diesel chassis with a 170-inch wheelbase on all three floor plans. Chassis weight ratings: 11,030-pound GVWR, 15,250-pound GCWR, 7,720-pound rear GAWR, 26-gallon fuel tank, 56-pound LP tank. Front GAWR is 4,410 pounds on the 2401M and 4,080 pounds on the 2401BDS and 2401T. Every MBS runs a 4,200-pound hitch with a 7-pin connector, 2-point stabilizer jacks standard, and an optional 4-point automatic leveling system.
Cockpit and Cameras
Power heated leather swivel driver and passenger seats come standard, along with the 10-inch touchscreen CarPlay and Android radio with USB and Bluetooth, keyless entry, power windows and door locks, and the backup and side-view cameras on a 3-way monitor. The heated leather swivel seats are the biggest cockpit upgrade over the Ford-chassis Foresters, where seat options are more basic.
Body and Exterior
The body uses 1.5-inch aluminum-framed laminated sidewalls with a Superlite composite substrate, gel-coat exterior fiberglass, block foam insulation, a fiberglass roof, a one-piece fiberglass front cap, and roto-cast storage compartments. Exterior standards include a power patio awning with LED light strip, slide-out awnings, a driver-side security light, fiberglass running boards (standard, not optional), tinted frameless windows, heated remote exterior mirrors, an LP quick-connect, an outside shower, a black tank flush, and an On-The-Go ladder bracket on most models. Full-body paint is available as an option in place of the standard gel-coat with vinyl graphics.
Galley
The MBS galley pairs a recessed 2-burner range with flush glass cover (a smaller burner count than the 3-burner on the Ford-chassis Foresters, reflecting the more compact footprint), a 1.3 cu ft convection microwave, a 10.7 cu ft 12V refrigerator, soft-touch self-closing drawer guides, and a cordless 12V charging plate.
Wet Bath
The bath includes an electric roof fan, an oxygen-infused shower head with flexible extension, a motion-sensor light, and a shower skylight. The 2401T's rear bath adds a 24-by-36-inch skylight shower.
Living Area and Bedroom
The living area runs a convertible dinette for extra sleeping capacity, black-out roller shades, a 12V LED flat-panel adjustable side TV, child seat head tethers in the dinette, a Maxx Air multi-speed power fan with cover, and a 12V USB charging station. Theater seats come standard on the 2401T and are optional on the 2401BDS and 2401M. The bedroom includes black-out roller shades and a 12V bedroom TV.
Power, Climate, and Solar
Standard power management runs a 4,000-watt LP generator, 30-amp service with a detachable power cord, a 60-amp Progressive Dynamics converter, a 6-gallon gas-electric DSI water heater, dual deep-cycle coach batteries, an easy-access battery in the step-well, and a battery disconnect switch. Climate control uses a 15,000 BTU ceiling-ducted ultra-quiet rooftop A/C with heat pump, a 30,000 BTU furnace, and the Arctic Package with 12V tank heaters. Solar prep is a side-mounted connection as standard. An optional 190-watt rooftop solar-powered 12V charging system replaces the side-mounted prep for buyers who want factory solar.
Connectivity and Warranty
Connectivity runs through a Magnadyne digital antenna with Gateway 4G Wi-Fi capability, plus satellite/cable connection. LED lighting is standard throughout. Standard safety equipment includes CO, LP, and smoke detectors. Forest River backs the coach with a 12-month or 12,000-mile basic limited warranty. The Mercedes-Benz chassis is warrantied separately by Mercedes-Benz.
The Three Forester MBS Floor Plans
2401BDS (25' 5", slide-out): 95-inch exterior width with a slide-out, 11-foot 3-inch exterior height, rear bedroom layout. 4,080-pound front GAWR. Fresh/gray/black tanks: 35/32/32. Best pick for buyers who want a dedicated rear bedroom and slide-out interior room.
2401M (25' 4", no slide-out): 84-inch exterior width (Sprinter chassis width without a slide-out), 11-foot 4-inch exterior height. Higher 4,410-pound front GAWR. Murphy bed converts the living room into the bedroom at night. Best pick for buyers who want easier driving, parking, and storage maneuverability than a slide-out coach can offer.
2401T (25' 5", slide-out): 95-inch exterior width with a slide-out, 11-foot 3-inch exterior height. Murphy bed with removable-table sofa configuration. Rear bath with 24-by-36-inch skylight shower. Theater seats standard. Best pick for buyers who want the largest rear bath plus Murphy bed flexibility.
All three share 35-gallon fresh water, 32-gallon gray, 32-gallon black, and a 15-foot 6-inch patio awning.
Available Options
Options across the MBS lineup include the full-body paint upgrade, the 4-point automatic leveling system, the 190-watt roof-mounted solar upgrade, the dual A/C upgrade (replaces the single 15K BTU A/C with heat pump), and the outside 12V LED TV on select floor plans.
Shopping the Forester MBS against the rest of the Forest River Class C family? Compare it to the Ford gas Forester Classic (5 floor plans, 27-32 feet, EZRYDE suspension) or the value Forester LE (Ford or Chevy gas, 20-32 feet). Or browse the full Forest River RV lineup at MHSRV.
Forest River Forester MBS FAQs
What is the Forest River Forester MBS?
The Forester MBS is Forest River's Mercedes-Benz Sprinter diesel Class C motorhome, built on the Sprinter 3500 chassis in three approximately 25-foot floor plans (2401BDS, 2401M, and 2401T). Standard equipment includes power heated leather swivel driver and passenger seats, a 10-inch CarPlay/Android touchscreen radio, a 4,000-watt LP generator, dual deep-cycle batteries, a 15,000 BTU rooftop A/C with heat pump, the Arctic Package with 12V tank heaters, fiberglass running boards, and 2-point stabilizer jacks. Full-body paint and 4-point automatic leveling are available as options.
What chassis is the Forester MBS built on?
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 diesel chassis. 170-inch wheelbase across all three floor plans. 11,030-pound GVWR, 15,250-pound GCWR, 7,720-pound rear GAWR, 26-gallon fuel tank, 56-pound LP tank, 4,200-pound hitch with 7-pin connector. The Sprinter chassis is well-regarded in the RV industry for fuel economy, longevity, and the global Mercedes-Benz service network.
Is the Forester MBS a diesel?
Yes. The MBS uses the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 diesel platform and is the only Forester model with a diesel powertrain (the Classic and LE both run gas Ford or Chevrolet chassis). Buyers cross-shopping the Forester family for a diesel Class C will land on the MBS as the only option in the family.
What is the difference between the Forester MBS and the Forester Classic?
Both are Forest River Class C motorhomes, but they sit on different chassis platforms. The Forester Classic is built on the Ford E-350 or E-450 gas chassis with the EZRYDE upgraded suspension, has floor plans from 27 to 32 feet long, and uses a 3-burner range, a 4 kW gas generator, and leather cockpit seats. The Forester MBS is built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 diesel chassis in three 25-foot floor plans with a 2-burner range, a 4,000-watt LP generator, and power heated leather swivel seats standard. Pick the Classic for the longer floor plans and lower-priced Ford gas platform. Pick the MBS for the Sprinter diesel, the shorter footprint, and the upmarket cab package.
What is the difference between the Forester MBS and the Forester LE?
The Forester LE is Forest River's value-tier Class C, built on the Ford E-350, Ford E-450, or Chevrolet 3500 gas chassis with floor plans from 20 to 32 feet long. It runs a simpler standard-equipment list to hit a lower entry price. The Forester MBS is built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 diesel chassis with a shorter 25-foot footprint and a more upmarket cockpit (power heated leather swivel seats, 10-inch touchscreen radio). Pick the LE for the lowest entry price on a gas Class C with more floor plan choice. Pick the MBS for the Sprinter diesel platform and the cockpit upgrades.
How much can the Forester MBS tow?
The Forester MBS has a 4,200-pound hitch with a 7-pin connector on every floor plan and a 15,250-pound GCWR. That capacity handles a small SUV, sedan, compact tow vehicle, small motorcycle hauler, or small utility trailer. Confirm the loaded weight of what you're pulling against the coach's actual GCWR before you hook up.
What floor plans does the Forester MBS come in?
Three floor plans, all approximately 25 feet long. The 2401BDS (25' 5", 95-inch width with a slide-out, rear bedroom layout). The 2401M (25' 4", 84-inch width without a slide-out, Murphy bed that converts the living room to a bedroom). The 2401T (25' 5", 95-inch width with a slide-out, Murphy bed plus removable-table sofa, rear bath with a 24-by-36-inch skylight shower, theater seats standard).
What is the difference between the 2401BDS, 2401M, and 2401T?
The 2401BDS is the traditional rear-bedroom layout with a slide-out and 95-inch exterior width. The 2401M is the narrow layout (84-inch exterior width, no slide-out) with a Murphy bed for maximum daytime living space. The 2401T pairs a Murphy bed with a removable-table sofa and adds a full rear bath with a 24-by-36-inch skylight shower, plus theater seats standard. Pick the 2401BDS for a dedicated rear bedroom. Pick the 2401M for the easiest driving and parking. Pick the 2401T for the largest rear bath and standard theater seating.
Why is the 2401M narrower than the other floor plans?
The 2401M is 84 inches wide because it has no slide-out. That's the standard Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis width. The 2401BDS and 2401T both use a slide-out to expand interior width to 95 inches. Buyers who prefer easier driving, tighter parking, and storage clearance often go with the 2401M for the narrower footprint. Buyers who want more interior living space step up to the 2401BDS or 2401T.
Does the Forester MBS have Murphy beds?
Yes, on the 2401M and 2401T. Both use Murphy bed configurations that convert the living room into a bedroom at night and back to a living room during the day. That's a real space-saver in a 25-foot Class C. The 2401BDS keeps a traditional rear bedroom layout instead.
Does the Forester MBS come with theater seats?
Theater seats come standard on the 2401T. The 2401BDS and 2401M offer theater seats as an option, with a standard convertible dinette providing additional sleeping capacity in their place.
Does the Forester MBS come with full-body paint?
Full-body paint is available as an optional upgrade across the lineup. Standard exterior treatment uses gel-coat fiberglass with vinyl graphics. Buyers who want the higher-end painted finish add the full-body paint option at build time.
Does the Forester MBS come with solar?
Solar prep is standard as a side-mounted connection (no panels included). An optional 190-watt rooftop solar-powered 12V charging system is available and replaces the side-mounted prep. Standard power runs a 4,000-watt LP generator, dual deep-cycle house batteries, a 60-amp Progressive Dynamics converter, and a 6-gallon gas-electric water heater.
Can I drive the Forester MBS without a special license?
Yes, in all US states. The Forester MBS has an 11,030-pound GVWR and stays under 26 feet long. That sits well below the 26,001-pound GVWR threshold that triggers a commercial driver's license, and it also clears every US state's non-commercial motorhome endorsement threshold. A standard driver's license covers it everywhere.
How much does a Forest River Forester MBS cost?
Pricing depends on floor plan and the option choices: full-body paint, 4-point automatic leveling, the 190-watt rooftop solar upgrade, dual A/C, and the outside 12V LED TV are the biggest option-driven price movers. MHSRV discounts every new Forester MBS well below MSRP. Contact the sales team for a current out-the-door number on any specific in-stock unit.
Where can I buy a Forest River Forester MBS?
Motor Home Specialist in Alvarado, Texas is the #1 volume-selling Forest River dealer in the country and stocks new and used Forester MBS Class C diesel motorhomes at the main location. Buyers from all 50 states can arrange in-house financing, trade-in appraisals, and post-sale service coordination, whether picking up in person or coordinating remote handoff.
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.
