USED 2020 Forest River Fr3 30DS

2020 Forest River FR3 30DS Specifications: Your Guide to This Crossover Class A Motorhome

Overview & Key Features:

• Family-Friendly Floor Plan: The 30DS is designed with families in mind, featuring a highly sought-after layout that maximizes sleeping and living space.
• Dual Slide-Outs: Equipped with two slide-outs (one large living/kitchen slide and a bedroom slide) that significantly expand the interior for a spacious feel.
• Power Fold-Away Overhead Bunk: A popular feature above the cockpit, offering additional sleeping with a safety net and ladder (often rated for up to 350 lbs).
• King-Size Bed: A comfortable 72" x 80" residential king bed in the private rear master bedroom.
• Split Bath Design: A clever split bathroom configuration (shower separate from toilet/sink) enhances convenience and allows for multi-person use.
• Outdoor Entertainment: Many units come with an exterior TV, perfect for campsite gatherings.

Chassis & Engine: Reliable Power for the Open Road

• Chassis: Ford® F-53 Chassis (known for its reliability in gas motorhomes).
• Engine: Ford 6.8L V10
  • Horsepower: 320 hp (6.8L V10).
  • Torque: 460 ft-lb (6.8L V10).
• Transmission: TorqShift® 6-speed Automatic with Overdrive.
• Fuel Capacity: 80 gallons.
• Wheelbase: 190 inches.
• Towing Capacity: 5,000 lb. tow hitch with a 7-way plug (pre-wired for brake controller & charge line).
• Leveling System: Hydraulic 4-Point Leveling Jacks for easy and stable setup.

Dimensions & Weights:

• Exterior Length: Approximately 31 ft 8 in to 31 ft 11 in (varies slightly by spec sheet).
• Exterior Width: 8 ft 5 in (101 inches).
• Exterior Height (with A/C): 12 ft 3 in to 12 ft 5 in.
• Interior Height: 6 ft 10 in.
• Hitch Weight: 5,000 lbs.
• GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating): 18,000 lbs (some variants may be 20,500 lbs).
• GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating): 23,000 lbs (some variants may be 26,000 lbs).
• Dry Weight (UVW): Approximately 15,470 lbs to 16,790 lbs.
• Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC): Approximately 2,530 lbs.
• Basement Storage: 146 cu. ft. ("SUPER STORAGE" Pass-through Rear Cargo Compartment).

Tank Capacities:

• Fresh Water Capacity: 52 gallons.
• Grey Water Capacity: 42 gallons.
• Black Water Capacity: 42 gallons.
• LP Tank Capacity: 24.5 gallons (or 103 lbs).
• Water Heater Type: 6-gallon Gas/Electric Water Heater.

Appliances & Utilities: Residential Comforts on the Go

• Refrigerator: 12 cu ft 4-door RV refrigerator 
• Cooking: 3-burner cooktop with 22" oven and flush mount glass stove cover.
• Microwave Oven: 30" Residential Over-the-Range Microwave Oven.
• Furnace BTU: 35,000 BTU.
• AC BTU: Dual 15,000 BTU A/C units (total 30,000 BTU) or a 28,500 BTU combined system.
• Electrical Service: 50 amp service. Progressive Dynamics Converter.
• Generator: 5,500-watt Cummins Onan®  gas generator.
• Awning: 16' Power Patio Awning with LED Light. Slideout Room Topper Awnings.
• Entertainment:
  • 40" LED TV in Living Area (often a flip-up 12V Smart TV with storage behind).
  • 32" Flip Up 12V LED Smart Bedroom TV.
  • Optional Exterior 32" LED TV.
  • Pioneer Dash Entertainment System w/AM/FM/CD/DVD/Bluetooth/Backup Color Monitor/USB.
  • KING Jack digital TV antenna.
  • USB Charging Stations (bedroom, dinette, 12V charging station).

Construction & Exterior: Durable and Feature-Rich

• Construction: Vacuum Bonded Construction. Steel Front Cockpit Cage. One Piece Fiberglass Roof with Extended Rain Spouts. White Diamond Pearl Gel-Coat Sidewalls w/Graphics.
• Front Cap: Fiberglass Front Cap. Bi Hi/Lo Headlights. Lower Fog Lights w/ LED Accents.
• Storage: "SUPER STORAGE" Pass-through Rear Cargo Compartment. Grey Rotocast Storage Boxes w/Drains. Heavy Duty Slam Latch Storage Compartment Doors.
• Entry: 30" Wide Entry Door w/Deadbolt Lock & Screen Door. Triple Electric Hideaway Entrance Steps. Rubberized Entry Assist Handle.
• Camera System: Color Side and Rear Camera Package.
• Other: Outside Shower. Dual Rear LED Tail Lights. Rear Roof Ladder. Power Heated Exterior Mirrors. Quick Connect Exterior LP Fitting.

Interior Features: Thoughtful Design for Living Comfort

• Cabinetry: Solid Hardwood Cabinetry Throughout the Motorhome. Custom Countertops w/Flip-up & Pullout Extensions. Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink.
• Flooring: Shaw residential vinyl flooring.
• Living Area: UltraLeather Driver/Passenger Seating with Double Stitching. Two Tone UltraLeather Hide-a-Bed Sofa with Footrests (or optional Theatre Seating). Wrap-Around Dinette Booth (Comfort Lounge). Black Roller Shades with Residential Window Treatments. 84" Interior Ceilings. LED Lighting Throughout.
• Bedroom: 72" x 80" Residential King Bed. Under Bed Storage. Bedroom Wardrobe. Night Stands w/Charging Stations. Washer/Dryer Prep (available on 30DS).
• Bathroom: Porcelain Toilet W/Foot Flush. Stainless Steel Under Mount Lavatory Sink. Brushed Nickel Framed Glass Shower with 3-piece sliding glass door. 12V Power Vent Fan (Bathroom). Black Bathroom Trough Faucet.
• Cab Area: Molded ABS Automotive Dash w/Laptop Console and 110V Outlet. Power Front Sun Shade. Passenger Work Station.
• Controls: Forest River Command Center. USB Charging Stations. Black Tank Flush

 The exact features and condition can vary significantly due to age, previous ownership, maintenance history, and any installed modifications.