Forest River Forester MBS
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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 chassis Class C motorhome lineup, built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 diesel chassis with a 4,200-pound hitch rating and a 26-gallon fuel tank. It targets buyers cross-shopping a diesel Class C against competing offerings from Coachmen (Cross Trail XL Sprinter), Thor (Compass, Gemini), Winnebago (View, Navion), and Tiffin (Wayfarer) who want the fuel economy and longevity of a diesel Sprinter chassis combined with the space of a small Class C. The MBS is differentiated from the Ford-chassis Forester Classic and Forester LE by its compact 25-foot-and-under footprint, the diesel powertrain, the power heated leather swivel driver and passenger seats, the 10-inch CarPlay/Android touchscreen radio, and the 4,000-watt LP generator (vs. the 4 kW gas generator on the Ford-chassis Foresters). Standard equipment includes the 4,000-watt LP generator, dual deep-cycle coach batteries, the 15,000 BTU ducted rooftop A/C with heat pump, the Arctic Package with 12V tank heaters, the optional full-body paint upgrade, the cordless 12V charging plate, and the 10.7 cu ft 12V refrigerator. The Forester MBS is offered in three floor plans (2401BDS, 2401M, and 2401T).
The Forester MBS is built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 diesel chassis with a 170-inch wheelbase across all three floor plans. Chassis weight ratings are consistent: an 11,030-pound GVWR, a 15,250-pound GCWR, a 7,720-pound rear GAWR, a 26-gallon fuel capacity, and a 56-pound LP tank. Front GAWR varies slightly: 4,080 pounds on the 2401BDS and 2401T, 4,410 pounds on the 2401M. The chassis includes a 4,200-pound hitch with 7-pin connector, the optional 4-point automatic leveling system, 2-point stabilizer jacks, and the power entry step.
The body uses 1.5-inch aluminum-framed laminated sidewalls with the Superlite composite substrate, gel-coat exterior fiberglass, block foam insulation, the fiberglass roof, the one-piece fiberglass front cap, and roto-cast storage compartments. Exterior features include the power patio awning with LED light strip, slide-out awnings, the driver-side security light, fiberglass running boards as standard, tinted frameless windows, heated and remote exterior mirrors, the LP quick-connect, the outside shower, the black tank flush, and the On-The-Go ladder bracket on most models. The optional outside 12V LED TV is available on select floor plans, and the optional full-body paint upgrade is available across the lineup.
The cab features the 10-inch touchscreen CarPlay/Android radio with USB and Bluetooth, power windows and door locks, keyless entry, the backup camera and side-view cameras with the 3-way monitor, and power heated leather swivel driver and passenger seats. The power heated leather swivel seats are a meaningful comfort upgrade compared to the Ford-chassis Foresters, where seat options are more basic.
The galley pairs the recessed 2-burner range with flush glass cover (a smaller burner count than the 3-burner range on the larger Ford-chassis Foresters, reflecting the more compact footprint), the 1.3 cu ft convection microwave, the 10.7 cu ft 12V refrigerator, soft-touch self-closing drawer guides, and the cordless 12V charging plate.
The bath includes the electric roof fan, the oxygen-infused shower head with flexible extension, motion-sensor light, and shower skylight. The bedroom includes black-out roller shades and the 12V bedroom TV.
The living room runs the convertible dinette for additional sleeping capacity, the optional theater seats (with theater seats coming standard on the 2401T floor plan), black-out roller shades, the 12V LED flat-panel adjustable side TV, child seat head tethers in the dinette, the Maxx Air multi-speed power fan with cover, and the 12V USB charging station.
Power management includes the 4,000-watt LP generator, the 30-amp service with power cord, the 60-amp Progressive Dynamics converter, the 6-gallon DSI gas/electric water heater, dual deep-cycle coach batteries, the easy-access battery in the step-well, and the battery disconnect switch. Climate control runs the 15,000 BTU ceiling-ducted ultra-quiet rooftop A/C with heat pump, the 30,000 BTU furnace, and the Arctic Package with 12V tank heaters. The optional 190-watt roof-mounted solar-powered 12V charging system replaces the standard side-mounted solar prep connection.
Connectivity includes the Magnadyne digital antenna with Gateway 4G Wi-Fi capability, satellite/cable connection, and LED lighting throughout. Standard safety equipment includes the CO, LP, and smoke detectors.
The Forester MBS comes with a 12-month or 12,000-mile basic limited warranty, with the Mercedes-Benz chassis warranty handled separately by Mercedes-Benz.
At MHSRV, the Forester MBS is offered in three floor plans: the 2401BDS, 2401M, and 2401T.
The 2401BDS is 25 feet 5 inches long with a 170-inch wheelbase on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 chassis. It carries an 11,030-pound GVWR, a 15,250-pound GCWR, a 4,080-pound front GAWR, a 7,720-pound rear GAWR, a 26-gallon fuel capacity, and a 56-pound LP tank. The exterior is 95 inches wide and 11 feet 3 inches tall. Holding tank capacities are 35 gallons fresh, 32 gallons gray, and 32 gallons black. The patio awning is 15 feet 6 inches.
The 2401M is 25 feet 4 inches long with the same 170-inch wheelbase on the Mercedes Sprinter 3500 chassis. It's geared toward buyers who want a short motorhome with more space than typical Class B camper vans deliver. The 2401M makes great use of a Murphy bed to give a spacious living room by day and bedroom by night. The exterior is 84 inches wide (a notably narrower footprint than the 2401BDS and 2401T at 95 inches, the result of fitting within the Sprinter's standard width without a slide-out) and 11 feet 4 inches tall. Front GAWR is 4,410 pounds (slightly higher than the other two floor plans at 4,080 pounds), with the rest of the chassis weight ratings matching the lineup. Holding tank capacities are 35/32/32. The patio awning is 15 feet 6 inches.
The 2401T is 25 feet 5 inches long with the 170-inch wheelbase on the Mercedes Sprinter 3500 chassis. It's a unique floor plan that features a Murphy bed for comfortable sleeping space at night and a sofa with a removable table for daytime use. The galley offers the 10.7 cu ft 12V refrigerator, the convection microwave, the recessed 3-burner range (the spec sheet shows 3-burner on this floor plan despite the standard equipment listing 2-burner across the lineup — see notes), soft-touch self-closing drawer guides, and the cordless 12V charging plate. The spacious rear bath includes a 24-by-36-inch skylight shower, toilet, and vanity sink with medicine cabinet. The 2401T uniquely comes with theater seats as standard equipment (theater seats are optional on the other floor plans). The exterior is 95 inches wide and 11 feet 3 inches tall, with an 81-inch interior height. Holding tank capacities are 35/32/32. The patio awning is 15 feet 6 inches.
Optional equipment available across the Forester MBS lineup includes the full-body paint upgrade, the 4-point automatic leveling system, the 190-watt roof-mounted solar upgrade, the dual A/C upgrade (which replaces the single 15K BTU ducted A/C with heat pump), and the outside 12V LED TV on select floor plans.
For shoppers cross-shopping the Forester MBS against other diesel Class C motorhomes, browse the full Forest River RV lineup at MHSRV to compare floor plans, pricing, and features across the brand.
Forest River Forester MBS FAQs
What is the Forest River Forester MBS?
The Forester MBS is Forest River's Mercedes-Benz Sprinter diesel chassis Class C motorhome lineup, built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 diesel chassis. It includes the power heated leather swivel driver and passenger seats, the 10-inch CarPlay/Android touchscreen radio, the 4,000-watt LP generator, dual deep-cycle batteries, the 15,000 BTU ducted A/C with heat pump, the Arctic Package with 12V tank heaters, fiberglass running boards as standard, the optional full-body paint upgrade, and the optional 4-point automatic leveling system. It's offered in three floor plans (2401BDS, 2401M, 2401T) all approximately 25 feet long.
What chassis is the Forester MBS built on?
The Forester MBS is built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 diesel chassis with a 170-inch wheelbase across all three floor plans. The chassis carries an 11,030-pound GVWR, a 15,250-pound GCWR, a 7,720-pound rear GAWR, a 26-gallon fuel capacity, and a 56-pound LP tank. The chassis includes a 4,200-pound hitch with 7-pin connector, the optional 4-point automatic leveling system, and 2-point stabilizer jacks. The Mercedes Sprinter chassis is well-regarded for fuel economy, longevity, and the global Mercedes service network.
What's the difference between the Forester MBS and the Forester Classic or LE?
All three are Forest River Class C motorhomes, but they're built on different chassis platforms with meaningfully different powertrains and footprints. The Forester Classic is built on the Ford E-350 or E-450 chassis with a Ford gas V-8 powertrain, the EZRYDE upgraded suspension, leather driver and passenger seats, the 4 kW gas generator, and floor plans from 27 to 32 feet long. The Forester LE is built on the Ford E-350, E-450, or Chevrolet 3500 chassis with a Ford or Chevy gas powertrain, the 4 kW gas generator, and floor plans from 20 to 32 feet long at the value-priced tier. The Forester MBS is built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 diesel chassis with the Mercedes diesel powertrain, the power heated leather swivel seats, the 10-inch CarPlay touchscreen radio, the 4,000-watt LP generator, and three compact 25-foot floor plans. The MBS is geared toward buyers who want a diesel Sprinter chassis with the fuel economy, easier driving, and longevity benefits of the Mercedes platform combined with the space of a small Class C. Floor plans, finish packages, and feature differences vary, and your salesperson can walk through the specific differences.
How much can the Forester MBS tow?
The Forester MBS has a 4,200-pound hitch rating with a 7-pin connector across all three floor plans. The GCWR is 15,250 pounds. That's enough for a small SUV, sedan, motorcycle hauler, or compact tow vehicle. Always confirm tow vehicle weight against the coach's actual GCWR before towing.
Is the Forester MBS a Class C?
Yes, the Forester MBS is a Class C diesel motorhome built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 cutaway truck chassis with a coach body that includes a cab-over area, separating it from a Class B Sprinter camper van (which uses the same chassis but without the cab-over and rear coach extension) and from a flat-front Class A motorhome.
Is the Forester MBS a diesel?
Yes, the Forester MBS uses the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 diesel chassis with a Mercedes diesel powertrain. The diesel powertrain offers better fuel economy and longevity than gas-powered Class C motorhomes, and the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 chassis is well-regarded in the RV industry for its highway driving experience and global service network.
What floor plans does the Forester MBS come in?
Motor Home Specialist offers the Forester MBS in three floor plans, all approximately 25 feet long. The 2401BDS (25 feet 5 inches, 95-inch exterior width with slide-out, rear bedroom configuration). The 2401M (25 feet 4 inches, 84-inch exterior width without slide-out, Murphy bed configuration that converts the living room into a bedroom). The 2401T (25 feet 5 inches, 95-inch exterior width, Murphy bed and removable-table sofa configuration with rear bath including 24-by-36-inch skylight shower, theater seats standard).
Why is the 2401M narrower than the other floor plans?
The 2401M is 84 inches wide while the 2401BDS and 2401T are 95 inches wide. The 84-inch width on the 2401M reflects the standard Mercedes-Benz Sprinter chassis width without a slide-out room. The 2401BDS and 2401T use a slide-out to expand the interior beyond the chassis width to 95 inches. The 2401M is geared toward buyers who want easier driving, parking, and storage maneuverability than a slide-out coach delivers, while the 2401BDS and 2401T offer more interior living space.
Does the Forester MBS have Murphy beds?
Both the 2401M and 2401T include Murphy bed configurations that convert the living room into a bedroom at night and back to a living room during the day. This is a meaningful space-saving design for a 25-foot Class C, since it eliminates a dedicated rear bedroom and gives the entire interior more usable living area during daytime use. The 2401BDS uses a more traditional rear bedroom layout instead of a Murphy bed.
Does the Forester MBS come with full-body paint?
Full-body paint is available as an optional upgrade on the Forester MBS. Standard exterior treatment uses gel-coat exterior fiberglass with vinyl graphics, with the optional full-body paint upgrade for buyers who want a higher-end finish.
Does the Forester MBS come with theater seats?
Theater seats come standard on the 2401T floor plan. The 2401BDS and 2401M offer theater seats as an optional upgrade, with the standard convertible dinette providing additional sleeping capacity in their place.
Does the Forester MBS come with solar?
The Forester MBS comes standard with a side-mounted solar prep connection (without solar panels installed), with an optional 190-watt roof-mounted solar-powered 12V charging system available as an upgrade. The 190-watt solar option replaces the side-mounted solar prep connection. Standard power management includes the 4,000-watt LP generator, the 30-amp service with power cord, the 60-amp Progressive Dynamics converter, dual deep-cycle coach batteries, and the 6-gallon DSI gas/electric water heater.
How much does a Forest River Forester MBS cost?
Motor Home Specialist offers industry-leading discount pricing on every new Forest River Forester MBS for sale, well below MSRP, so you save thousands compared to other Forest River dealers. Pricing varies by floor plan and selected options including full-body paint, automatic leveling, 190-watt roof-mounted solar, dual A/C, and the outside 12V LED TV. Contact MHSRV for current pricing on in-stock units.
What standout features come on the Forester MBS?
Notable features include the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500 diesel chassis with the Mercedes diesel powertrain, the 4,200-pound hitch with 7-pin connector, power heated leather swivel driver and passenger seats, the 10-inch touchscreen CarPlay/Android radio with USB and Bluetooth, the backup camera with side-view cameras and 3-way monitor, keyless entry, 1.5-inch aluminum-framed laminated sidewalls with Superlite composite substrate, gel-coat exterior fiberglass, the fiberglass roof, the one-piece fiberglass front cap, roto-cast storage compartments, the power patio awning with LED light strip, slide-out awnings, fiberglass running boards as standard, tinted frameless windows, heated/remote exterior mirrors, the recessed 2-burner range with flush glass cover (3-burner on the 2401T per spec), the 1.3 cu ft convection microwave, the 10.7 cu ft 12V refrigerator, soft-touch self-closing drawer guides, the cordless 12V charging plate, the oxygen-infused shower head with flexible extension, motion-sensor light in the bath, the shower skylight, the 24-by-36-inch skylight shower (2401T), the 12V bedroom TV, the 12V LED flat-panel adjustable side TV, the 4,000-watt LP generator, the 30-amp service with power cord, the 60-amp Progressive Dynamics converter, the 6-gallon DSI gas/electric water heater, the 15,000 BTU ducted A/C with heat pump, the 30,000 BTU furnace, the Arctic Package with 12V tank heaters, the Magnadyne digital antenna with 4G Wi-Fi capability, the 2-point stabilizer jacks, theater seats standard on the 2401T, optional full-body paint, optional 4-point automatic leveling, optional 190-watt roof-mounted solar upgrade, and the optional dual A/C upgrade.
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 world and stocks one of the largest selections of new and used Forest River Forester MBS Class C diesel motorhomes for sale anywhere in the country. MHSRV ships Forester 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.
