2009 Keystone RV Cougar Xlite 278rkswe Specs
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Weight | 7250 lbs | - | - | - |
| Hitch Weight | 1260 lbs | - | - | - |
| Payload Capacity | 2810 lbs | Coil SumoSprings | Shop Suspension Kits | - |
| Length | 345 in | Furrion Backup Camera | Shop Cameras | - |
| Width | 96 in | Clip On Mirrors | Shop Mirrors | - |
| Exterior Height | 140 in | Telescoping Ladder | Shop Ladders | - |
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Dry Weight
7250 lbs
Hitch Weight
1260 lbs
Payload Capacity
2810 lbs
Length
345 in
Width
96 in
Exterior Height
140 in
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Electrical & Solar
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shore Power | 30 Amps | - | - | - |
| Battery Type | 12V Lead-Acid | Renogy 100Ah LiFePO4 | RV Batteries | Top 5 |
| Solar Pre-Wired | Optional | - | - | - |
| Inverter | Optional | - | - | - |
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Shore Power
30 Amps
Battery Type
12V Lead-Acid
Solar Pre-Wired
Optional
Inverter
Optional
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Tank Capacities
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks | 1 | - | - | - |
| Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks | 1 | - | - | - |
| Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks | 1 | - | - | - |
| Fresh Water Tank Capacity | 60 gal | - | Fresh Water Tanks | - |
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 76 gal | - | - | - |
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 68 gal | - | Back Water Tanks | - |
| Number Of Propane Tanks | 2 | - | - | - |
| Propane Tank Capacity | 60 lbs | 30Lb Propane Tank | Propane Tank Capacity | - |
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Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks
1
Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks
1
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
1
Fresh Water Tank Capacity
60 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
76 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
68 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
60 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rear Tire Width | 225 | - | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Width | 6 in | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Speed Rating | D | - | - | - |
| Wheels Composition | Steel | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire | 225/75 R15D Full Spec | - | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 15 | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 75 | - | - | - |
| Spare Tire Location | Exterior Mounted | - | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
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Rear Tire Width
225
Rear Wheel Width
6 in
Rear Tire Speed Rating
D
Wheels Composition
Steel
Rear Tire
225/75 R15D Full Spec
Rear Wheel Diameter
15
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
75
Spare Tire Location
Exterior Mounted
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Heating & Cooling
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Type | Automatic | Dometic 13.5K Air Conditioner | Shop All RV AC | - |
| Water Heater Tank Capacity | 6 g | RV Tank Water Heater | RV Water Heaters | - |
| Heater Type | Automatic | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Pump Power Mode | Electrical / Propane | - | - | - |
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Air Conditioning Type
Automatic
Water Heater Tank Capacity
6 g
Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Electrical / Propane
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Living Room / Bedroom(s)
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Number Of Recliner / Rockers | 1 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Carpet | - | - | - |
| Sofa Material | Cloth | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Mirror Doors | No | - | - | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
| Living Area Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | No | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Door Style | Full Sliding Door | - | - | - |
| Number Of Queen Size Beds | 1 | Queen RV Mattress | Shop Mattresses | - |
| Number Of Sofas | 1 | Tri-Fold Sofa | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Location | Front | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains | Yes | - | - | - |
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Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Number Of Recliner / Rockers
1
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Carpet
Sofa Material
Cloth
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Living Area Location
Center
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Master Bedroom Door Style
Full Sliding Door
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Number Of Sofas
1
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
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Kitchen / Dining
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator Power Mode | Electric / Propane | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Location | Rear | - | - | - |
| Number Of Oven Burners | 3 | - | - | - |
| Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type | Carpet / Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Size | Full-Size | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Table Configuration | Bench Seats | - | - | - |
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Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Location
Rear
Number Of Oven Burners
3
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Carpet / Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Full-Size
Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Bathroom
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Bathroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Toilet Type | Porcelain | RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment | Toilets | Top 5 |
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Bathroom Location
Center
Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Toilet Type
Porcelain
Exterior
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Awnings | 1 | Motorized RV Awning Set | Shop Awnings | - |
| Leveling Jack Type | Rear Manual | - | - | - |
| Number Of Axles | 2 | - | - | - |
| Sidewall Construction | Fiberglass | - | - | - |
| Number of Doors | 1 | - | - | - |
| Door Type | Plastic / Glass | - | - | - |
| Body Material | Aluminum | - | - | - |
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Number of Awnings
1
Leveling Jack Type
Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Fiberglass
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Plastic / Glass
Body Material
Aluminum
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Options
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Retractable Slideout | Yes | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite | No | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Awning | Yes | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Metallic | No | - | - | - |
| Screened Room | No | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Interior Wood Finish | Yes | - | - | - |
| Phone Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Surround Sound | No | - | - | - |
| Cable Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
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Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Overhead Fan
Yes
Sliding Glass Door
No
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Satellite
No
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Metallic
No
Screened Room
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Refrigerator
Standard
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
Surround Sound
No
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
Yes
Entertainment
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number Of Discs | 1 | - | - | - |
| Speaker Location | Interior / Exterior | RecPro Exterior Speakers | - | - |
| Number Of Televisions | 1 | Insignia LED HD Alexa TV | Shop RV TV's | - |
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Number Of Discs
1
Speaker Location
Interior / Exterior
Number Of Televisions
1
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Instrumentation
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| Number Of Radios | 1 | - | - | - |
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Number Of Radios
1
Interior
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| Material | Cloth | - | - | - |
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Material
Cloth
Quick Overview
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| Parent Company | Keystone RV Inc. | - | - | - |
| Year | 2009 | - | - | - |
| Make | Keystone | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Cougar Xlite 278RKSWE | - | - | - |
| Class | Fifth Wheel | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 6 | - | - | - |
| Number of Slideouts | 1 | - | - | - |
| Introduction Year | 2009 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Keystone RV Inc.
Year
2009
Make
Keystone
Display Name
Cougar Xlite 278RKSWE
Class
Fifth Wheel
Max Sleeping Count
6
Number of Slideouts
1
Introduction Year
2009
How We Scored This RV
Our MintRV Rating analyzes over 50 specifications across 5 key dimensions. Each dimension starts at 5.0 points and adjusts based on how this RV's specs compare to others in its class. Below is exactly how we calculated each score for this fifth wheel.
Tow-Ready Score
5.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+0.8
Final Tow-Ready Score
5.8
Living Space & Layout
5.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+0.8
Final Living Space & Layout
5.8
Comfort & Features
5.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+0.8
Final Comfort & Features
5.8
Storage Space
5.0/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+0.0
Final Storage Space
5.0
Off-Grid & Campsites
6.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+1.3
Final Off-Grid & Campsites
6.3
About Our Rating Methodology
MintRV Ratings are calculated using verified manufacturer specifications. We compare each RV against others in its class type and weight category. Scores are updated when new specs become available. Learn more about our methodology →
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Frequently Asked Questions
To safely tow the 2009 Keystone RV Cougar Xlite 278rkswe, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of lbs. With a dry weight of 7250 lbs and hitch weight of 1260 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Fifth Wheel has a dry weight of 7250 lbs and a GVWR of lbs, giving a payload capacity of 2810 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 345 in., width 96 in., and height 140 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Cougar Xlite 278rkswe includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Cougar Xlite 278rkswe owners add a weight-distribution hitch, brake controller, leveling system, and portable generator to improve towing comfort. Solar kits, backup cameras, and upgraded tires are also popular upgrades.
With a GVWR of lbs and dry weight of 7250 lbs, the Cougar Xlite 278rkswe is light enough for smaller tow vehicles yet rugged enough for light off-road travel. Add solar, extra propane, and a generator for extended off-grid stays.
This floorplan sleeps up to 6 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Fifth Wheel.
The Cougar Xlite 278rkswe features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of lbs ensures strength without excessive towing weight.
?? Tip: Always check your vehicle's specific towing capacity in the owner's manual. Consider payload and tongue weight too!
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