Forest River FR3 Plus
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Forest River FR3 Plus RVs For Sale
Forest River FR3 Plus Class A gas crossover 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 FR3 Plus is Forest River's higher-trim Class A gas crossover, built on the Ford F-53 chassis with the 7.3L V-8 gas engine. Shopping for a new FR3 Plus or a used FR3 Plus? MHSRV stocks one of the largest selections of Forest River FR3 Plus motorhomes for sale in the country, all backed by industry-leading discount pricing.
The FR3 Plus builds on the standard Forest River FR3 with upgraded standard equipment: dual Battle Born lithium batteries, a 2,000-watt Xantrex inverter, a 6.0-kW Yamaha PureSine generator, 200 watts of standard solar, dual 15K BTU A/Cs, full-body paint, and the MORryde chassis conversion upfit. Two floor plans (33Z and 35G) cover the top of the FR3 lineup.
Ford F-53 Chassis and MORryde Upfit
Every FR3 Plus is built on the Ford F-53 Class A chassis with the 7.3L V-8 at 335 hp and 468 lb-ft of torque, paired with the Ford 6-speed TorqShift automatic. The MORryde chassis conversion upfit improves ride quality over the standard F-53 setup.
Standard chassis equipment includes 22.5-inch Alcoa aluminum wheels, a 5,000-pound tow hitch with 7-way plug (pre-wired for brake controller and charge line), power heated exterior mirrors, and the body-mounted side and rear-view camera package.
Cab and Cockpit
The cab pairs a molded ABS ergonomic dash with the Sony 10.1-inch radio (wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, color backup monitor). Standard equipment includes a power driver seat, two-tone 5-year Ultra Leather driver and passenger seating, a passenger-side flip-over workstation, and the power front sun/privacy shade.
Exterior and Construction
The body uses vacuum-bonded construction (roof, sidewalls, floor), a painted fiberglass front cap with Diamond Shield protection, Bi-LED headlamps with LED fog lights, frameless windows, and a one-piece fiberglass roof.
Standard exterior equipment includes a 30-inch wide entry door with deadbolt and screen door, triple electric hideaway steps, a power patio awning with LED lighting, slide-out toppers, an outside shower, an outdoor entertainment center with a 32-inch exterior 12V TV, and the SUPER STORAGE pass-through rear cargo compartment (104 cubic feet total exterior storage). Full-body paint is standard.
Off-Grid Power (Battle Born Lithium + Yamaha)
Off-grid capability is where the FR3 Plus pulls away from the standard FR3. Standard electrical includes dual 100Ah Battle Born LiFePO4 lithium house batteries (200 Ah total), a 2,000-watt Xantrex inverter, and 200 watts of rooftop solar with the Go Power controller.
Backup power comes from a 6.0-kW Yamaha PureSine generator with manual or keyless start. Shore power runs 50-amp service. The Forest River Command Center centralizes tank levels, battery, LP, generator hours, water pump, and slide controls in one monitor.
Climate and Water
Climate control uses dual high-output GE ducted 15K BTU rooftop A/Cs (dehumidifier on the front unit), a 35,000 BTU furnace, and the Arctic Package with heated holding tanks and termination valves. A 10-gallon gas/electric water heater with 16.2 GPH quick recovery handles hot water. Hydraulic 4-point auto-leveling jacks are standard.
Interior and Kitchen
The interior runs flush-floor construction, 84-inch ceilings, IVC residential vinyl flooring, solid-surface countertops, and built-in window-frame day and night shades. Cabinets use Tobacco all-hardwood construction.
The galley pairs a stainless steel 12V 15-cu-ft refrigerator with a 30-inch OTR microwave, a stainless 3-burner cooktop with 22-inch oven, and oversized pantries. A 40-inch Smart TV sits above a hidden pantry.
Sleeping
The bedroom carries a 72-by-80-inch residential King bed with dual nightstands and charging stations. A 32-inch flip-up LED bedroom Smart TV includes hidden storage behind. Stackable washer/dryer prep wiring and CPAP prep wiring are standard.
The power fold-away overhead bunk above the cockpit (rated to 350 pounds) adds additional guest sleeping. Two-tone power theater seats with heat and lumbar plus the Comfort Lounge dinette booth handle the living area.
Floor Plans at MHSRV
The FR3 Plus is available at MHSRV in two floor plans. Both share the Ford F-53 chassis, the 7.3L V-8, full-body paint, dual Battle Born lithium batteries, the 6.0-kW Yamaha generator, dual 15K A/Cs, and 104 cubic feet of exterior storage.
FR3 Plus 33Z. The shorter of the two floor plans. Pick this floor plan for a more compact FR3 Plus footprint with the standard King master and full feature set.
FR3 Plus 35G. The longer floor plan. Pick this floor plan for more interior length in the FR3 Plus configuration. Verify current-year floor plan differences with an MHSRV salesperson.
Cross-shopping the FR3 Plus? Buyers usually compare it against the base Forest River FR3 or against Forest River's other Class A gas products, the Georgetown GT5 and Georgetown GT7. Browse the full Forest River lineup at MHSRV to compare across the brand.
Forest River FR3 Plus FAQs
What is the Forest River FR3 Plus?
The FR3 Plus is Forest River's higher-trim Class A gas crossover motorhome, built on the Ford F-53 chassis with the 7.3L V-8. It carries the MORryde chassis upfit, dual Battle Born lithium batteries, a 2,000-watt Xantrex inverter, a 6.0-kW Yamaha generator, 200 watts of solar, dual 15K BTU A/Cs, and full-body paint as standard. It's offered in two floor plans (33Z and 35G).
What chassis is the FR3 Plus built on?
The FR3 Plus is built on the Ford F-53 Class A chassis with the 7.3L V-8 at 335 hp and 468 lb-ft of torque, paired with the Ford 6-speed TorqShift automatic. Standard equipment includes the MORryde chassis conversion upfit, 22.5-inch Alcoa aluminum wheels, power heated exterior mirrors, and a side and rear-view camera package.
How much can the FR3 Plus tow?
The FR3 Plus carries a 5,000-pound tow hitch with a 7-way plug (pre-wired for brake controller and charge line). That covers a small SUV, sedan, motorcycle hauler, or compact tow vehicle. Confirm tow vehicle weight against the coach's actual GCWR before towing.
Is the FR3 Plus a Class A or a crossover?
Both. The FR3 Plus is a Class A gas motorhome positioned as a crossover. The "crossover" framing means it combines the easier drivability of a Class C with the space and styling of a Class A. The chassis is a Class A platform (Ford F-53); the body and interior lean toward Class C-scale drivability.
What's the difference between the FR3 Plus and the FR3?
Both are Forest River Class A gas crossovers on the Ford F-53 chassis. The FR3 Plus is the higher-trim tier, adding the MORryde chassis upfit, dual Battle Born lithium batteries, the 2,000-watt Xantrex inverter, the 6.0-kW Yamaha PureSine generator, 200W solar, dual 15K A/Cs, the Sony 10.1-inch wireless CarPlay dash, full-body paint standard, and the residential King bed. Pick the FR3 for the lower entry price. Pick the FR3 Plus for the lithium/inverter/solar package and richer standard content.
What's the difference between the FR3 Plus and the Georgetown GT5?
Both are Forest River Class A gas motorhomes on the Ford F-53 chassis. The FR3 Plus is a shorter crossover-style build (33Z or 35G floor plans) with dual lithium batteries, a Yamaha generator, and 200W solar standard. The Georgetown GT5 is a full-length Class A gas with four floor plans (31L5-36F5), a 6,000-watt Yamaha generator, and the chrome package. Pick the FR3 Plus for the crossover footprint and standard lithium. Pick the Georgetown GT5 for longer floor plans and the family bunk option on the 36F5.
What floor plans does the FR3 Plus come in?
The FR3 Plus is available at MHSRV in two floor plans: the 33Z (shorter) and the 35G (longer). Both share the Ford F-53 chassis, the 7.3L V-8 powertrain, full-body paint, dual Battle Born lithium batteries, the 6.0-kW Yamaha generator, and the core FR3 Plus standard feature set.
Does the FR3 Plus have lithium batteries and solar?
Yes to both. Every FR3 Plus carries dual 100Ah Battle Born LiFePO4 lithium batteries (200 Ah total) paired with a 2,000-watt Xantrex inverter and 200 watts of rooftop solar with a Go Power controller. That combination is a step above typical Class A gas standard equipment, where AGM batteries and smaller inverters are more common. A 6.0-kW Yamaha PureSine generator handles backup power.
Does the FR3 Plus come with a King bed?
Yes. Every FR3 Plus carries a 72-by-80-inch residential King bed in the master bedroom, plus dual nightstands with charging stations, a 32-inch flip-up bedroom Smart TV with hidden storage, stackable washer/dryer prep, and CPAP prep. The power fold-away overhead bunk above the cockpit (350-pound capacity) adds guest sleeping.
Does the FR3 Plus come with full-body paint?
Yes. Full-body paint is standard on every FR3 Plus. Two paint schemes are offered.
Do I need a CDL to drive the FR3 Plus?
No. The FR3 Plus is built on the Ford F-53 chassis, which stays below the 26,001-lb Federal CDL threshold. A standard passenger driver's license is sufficient in every U.S. state. Any driver comfortable with a large truck or full-size Class C can drive an FR3 Plus after a familiarization drive.
Where can I buy an FR3 Plus?
Motor Home Specialist in Alvarado, Texas is the #1 volume-selling Forest River dealer in the country and stocks one of the largest selections of FR3 Plus Class A gas motorhomes for sale in the country. MHSRV serves FR3 Plus 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.
