Forest River Berkshire RV
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Forest River Berkshire RVs For Sale
Forest River Berkshire 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 is Forest River's entry-tier Class A diesel pusher line, positioned below the Berkshire XL and Berkshire XLT in the Berkshire family. It runs the Cummins ISB 6.7L turbo diesel engine at 360 horsepower paired with an Allison transmission on a Freightliner XCR raised rail chassis. Every Berkshire comes with a 72-by-80-inch Tilt-a-View king bed, hand-laid porcelain tile flooring, hardwood cabinetry, residential furniture, a residential refrigerator, a stackable washer and dryer, and a fireplace as standard equipment on every floor plan.
Forest River markets the Berkshire under a "Limited Build, Limitless Quality" banner. Every coach is hand-built and tested for 16 weeks before it leaves the factory. The profile fits buyers who want Forest River's hand-crafted diesel pusher build quality in a more manageable footprint and at a more accessible price than the larger XL and XLT.
Chassis, Powertrain, and Towing
The Berkshire rides on the Freightliner XCR raised rail chassis paired with the Cummins ISB 6.7L turbo diesel at 360 horsepower and an Allison transmission.
34B: 206-inch wheelbase. 32,400-pound GVWR. 42,600-pound GCWR.
39A: 252-inch wheelbase. 33,400-pound GVWR. 43,600-pound GCWR.
40F: 266-inch wheelbase. 37,320-pound GVWR. 47,320-pound GCWR.
Every floor plan carries a 100-gallon fuel tank, an 82-pound LP capacity, 103 gallons of fresh water, 66 gallons of gray, 42 gallons of black, a 12-foot 8-inch exterior height, and a 100-inch overall width. Based on the GCWR-minus-GVWR delta, every plan has approximately 10,000 pounds of available capacity for a dinghy vehicle.
The 16-Week Build-and-Test Process
Forest River builds every Berkshire by hand and runs each coach 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 contributes to the "Limited Build, Limitless Quality" positioning in the Forest River lineup.
Interior and Living
The interior runs hand-laid porcelain tile flooring throughout, hardwood cabinetry, and residential-style furniture, with the kitchen flowing into the open living area. Every plan includes a residential refrigerator, microwave, pantry, a fireplace, and an interior LED TV (43 inches on the 34B and 40F, 49 inches on the 39A). Theater seating is available as a factory option in place of the standard sofa configuration on all three plans.
Exterior, Paint, and Awning
Multiple full-body paint design options are offered, finished with Sikkens 4x clear coat for long-term gloss retention and weather resistance. Every plan includes an 18-foot patio awning and a 56-inch door awning. A Diamond Shield front mask protective film is available as a factory option to guard the front cap against road debris and bug spatter. A passenger-side laptop console is also available for owners who work from the road.
Master Bedroom and Bath Configurations
Every Berkshire carries a 72-by-80-inch Tilt-a-View king bed in the rear master, with wardrobes and a dresser. A stackable washer and dryer is standard in the master area on every plan.
Bath configurations vary by plan. The 34B has a single full bath compartment with a shower, lavy, and vanity sink. The 39A adds a half bath to complement the full rear bath. The 40F goes further with two full baths: the rear bath includes a shower, vanity sink with medicine cabinet, and the stacking washer/dryer, plus a second full bath across from the bunk room and wardrobe combo.
Sleeping
Every plan includes the 72-by-80-inch Tilt-a-View king in the rear master. The 40F adds a dedicated bunk room with 30-by-73-inch side-by-side bunk beds and a hinged top bunk for family travel. The 34B and 39A use a hide-a-bed sofa or sofa-bed in the main living area for extra sleeping. The 40F also includes a hide-a-bed sofa on top of the dedicated bunks.
The Three Berkshire Floor Plans
Motor Home Specialist stocks the Berkshire in three floor plans. All three share the Freightliner XCR chassis, the Cummins ISB 6.7L 360HP diesel, and the standard equipment above.
34B: 35 feet 5 inches. Three slides. King master. Single full bath. Manageable footprint for owners stepping into a Class A diesel pusher.
39A: 39 feet 8 inches. Three slides. King master. Full rear bath plus a half bath. Sized for extended road trips.
40F: 41 feet. Three slides. King master. Two full baths. Dedicated bunk room with side-by-side bunk beds. The family-flagship plan.
Buyers cross-shopping the Berkshire often also consider Forest River's larger and upgraded Berkshire variants: the Berkshire XL (which steps up to the Cummins ISL 9L 380-horsepower engine and a 53,320-pound GCWR on a longer wheelbase) and the Berkshire XLT (the top-tier Berkshire with additional length and upgraded interior finishes). Browse the full Forest River RV lineup at MHSRV to line up the Berkshire against other Forest River motorhomes on the lot.
Forest River Berkshire FAQs
What is the Forest River Berkshire?
The Forest River Berkshire is a hand-crafted Class A diesel pusher motorhome built on a Freightliner XCR raised rail chassis with a Cummins ISB 6.7L turbo diesel engine rated at 360 horsepower and an Allison transmission. It sits at the entry tier of Forest River's Berkshire lineup, below the Berkshire XL and Berkshire XLT, and comes with a 72-by-80-inch Tilt-a-View king bed, hand-laid porcelain tile flooring, hardwood cabinetry, a residential refrigerator, a stackable washer and dryer, and a fireplace as standard equipment on every floor plan. Forest River markets the Berkshire under a "Limited Build, Limitless Quality" banner, with each coach hand-built and tested for 16 weeks before it leaves the factory. Motor Home Specialist stocks the Berkshire in three floor plans: the 34B, the 39A, and the 40F.
What chassis is the Berkshire built on?
The Berkshire is built on the Freightliner XCR raised rail chassis paired with the Cummins ISB 6.7L turbo diesel engine rated at 360 horsepower, and an Allison transmission. The 34B rides on a 206-inch wheelbase with a 42,600-pound GCWR and a 32,400-pound GVWR. The 39A rides on a 252-inch wheelbase with a 43,600-pound GCWR and a 33,400-pound GVWR. The 40F rides on a 266-inch wheelbase with a 47,320-pound GCWR and a 37,320-pound GVWR. Every floor plan carries a 100-gallon fuel tank, an 82-pound LP capacity, and a 100-inch overall width.
Is the Berkshire a diesel pusher?
Yes. The Forest River Berkshire is a Class A diesel pusher motorhome with the Cummins ISB 6.7L diesel engine mounted at the rear of the coach over the drive axle. Diesel pusher coaches typically offer a quieter cabin than front-engine layouts, better weight distribution for ride and handling, and higher towing capacity than typical Class A or Class C gas motorhomes, all of which apply to the Berkshire's Freightliner XCR chassis.
How much can the Berkshire tow?
Based on the GCWR-minus-GVWR delta, every Berkshire floor plan has approximately 10,000 pounds of available capacity for towing a dinghy vehicle. The 34B carries roughly 10,200 pounds of capacity, the 39A roughly 10,200 pounds, and the 40F roughly 10,000 pounds. The exact hitch rating and tongue weight on any specific Berkshire in stock can be confirmed with an MHSRV salesperson. This towing capacity covers most full-size SUVs and trucks owners use as a dinghy.
What floor plans does the Berkshire come in?
Motor Home Specialist stocks the Berkshire in three floor plans: the 34B (a 35-foot 5-inch coach with three slides, a king master, and a single full bath), the 39A (a 39-foot 8-inch coach with three slides, a king master, a full rear bath, and a half bath), and the 40F (a 41-foot bunkhouse coach with three slides, a king master, two full baths, and a dedicated bunk room with side-by-side bunk beds).
Does the Berkshire come in a bunk model floor plan?
Yes. The Berkshire 40F is a dedicated bunkhouse floor plan with side-by-side 30-by-73-inch bunk beds and a hinged top bunk in a dedicated bunk room. The 40F also includes a hide-a-bed sofa in the main living area for additional sleeping. The 34B and 39A do not include a dedicated bunk room, but each uses a hide-a-bed sofa or sofa-bed in the main living area for extra sleeping capacity.
What is the difference between the Berkshire, the Berkshire XL, and the Berkshire XLT?
All three are Forest River Class A diesel pushers built on Freightliner XCR raised rail chassis with Allison transmissions. The standard Berkshire runs the Cummins ISB 6.7L turbo diesel engine at 360 horsepower, with a 42,600-to-47,320-pound GCWR depending on floor plan and lengths from 35 feet 5 inches to 41 feet. The Berkshire XL steps up to the Cummins ISL 9L diesel at 380 horsepower, a heavier 53,320-pound GCWR, and longer wheelbase floor plans in the 37-to-41-foot range that include three-slide bunkhouse configurations. The Berkshire XLT sits at the top of the Berkshire lineup with additional length, an upgraded chassis, and premium interior finishes. Pick the Berkshire for hand-crafted build quality at a more accessible price and a more manageable footprint. Pick the Berkshire XL for the larger diesel and higher GCWR. Pick the Berkshire XLT for the top-tier chassis and finishes in the lineup.
How much does a Forest River Berkshire cost?
Motor Home Specialist offers industry-leading discount pricing on every new Forest River Berkshire for sale, well below MSRP, so you save thousands compared to other Forest River dealers. The standard Berkshire is the entry-priced Berkshire variant, positioned below the Berkshire XL and Berkshire XLT. For current pricing on the 34B, 39A, and 40F in stock, see the listings above or contact an MHSRV salesperson directly.
Where can I buy a Forest River Berkshire?
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 Class A diesel pusher motorhomes for sale anywhere in the country. MHSRV serves Forest River Berkshire buyers 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.
