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2014 Dutchmen Kodiak 290bhsl Specs

GVWR
HITCH
781 lbs
DRY
6,005 lbs
Full Specs
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Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

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Dry Weight
6005 lbs
Details
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Buy CURT WD Hitch
4.5
Hitch Weight
781 lbs
Details
Safety Essential
CURT Ball Mount
4.5
Payload Capacity
1595 lbs
Details
Recommended
Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
400 in
Details
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Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
96 in
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Clip On Mirrors
Exterior Height
127 in
Details
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Telescoping Ladder
4.5

Tank Capacities

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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 52 gal -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 39 gal -
Black Water Tank Capacity 22 gal - -
Number Of Propane Tanks 2 -
Propane Tank Capacity 40 lbs - -
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Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks
1
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RV Water Filter
4.7
Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks
1
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Camco Odor Control
4.6
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
1
Details
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Rino RV Tank Rinser
4.5
Fresh Water Tank Capacity
52 gal
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Fresh Water Tank
Gray Water Tank Capacity
39 gal
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Grey Water Tank
Black Water Tank Capacity
22 gal
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Number Of Propane Tanks
2
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Propane Tank Gauge
4.4
Propane Tank Capacity
40 lbs
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Tires & Wheels

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Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Brake Type Electric Drum -
Rear Tire Radial Full Spec - - -
Spare Tire Location Exterior Mounted -
Wheels Composition Aluminum - - -
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Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
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Best Brake Controller
4.6
Rear Tire
Radial Full Spec
Spare Tire Location
Exterior Mounted
Details
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Best Tire Cover
4.5
Wheels Composition
Aluminum

Heating & Cooling

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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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Air Conditioning Type
Automatic
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Dometic 13.5K Air Conditioner
4.3
Water Heater Tank Capacity
6 g
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RV Tank Water Heater
4.4
Heater Type
Automatic
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Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Electrical / Propane

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

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Full Size Master Bedroom Closet No - - -
Living Area Location Center - - -
Master Bedroom Door Style Accordion - - -
Master Bedroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Master Bedroom Location Front / Rear - - -
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors Yes - - -
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains Yes - - -
Number Of Bunk Beds 3 - - -
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds 2 - - -
Number Of Double Beds 1 - - -
Number Of Queen Size Beds 1 -
Number Of Sofas 1 - -
Sofa Material Vinyl - - -
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Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
No
Living Area Location
Center
Master Bedroom Door Style
Accordion
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Master Bedroom Location
Front / Rear
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
Yes
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Number Of Bunk Beds
3
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Number Of Double Beds
1
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
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Queen RV Mattress
4.3
Number Of Sofas
1
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Tri-Fold Sofa
4.6
Sofa Material
Vinyl

Kitchen / Dining

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Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type Carpet / Vinyl - - -
Kitchen Location Center - - -
Kitchen Table Configuration U-shaped Dinette - - -
Number Of Oven Burners 3 - - -
Refrigerator Power Mode Electric / Propane - - -
Refrigerator Size Mid-Size - - -
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Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Carpet / Vinyl
Kitchen Location
Center
Kitchen Table Configuration
U-shaped Dinette
Number Of Oven Burners
3
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Refrigerator Size
Mid-Size

Bathroom

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Bathroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Bathroom Location Center - - -
Number Of Bathrooms 1 - - -
Toilet Type Porcelain Top 5
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Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Bathroom Location
Center
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Toilet Type
Porcelain
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RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment

Exterior

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Number of Awnings 1 -
Leveling Jack Type Front Manual / Rear Manual - - -
Number Of Axles 2 - - -
Sidewall Construction Fiberglass - - -
Number Of Emergency Exits 1 - - -
Number of Doors 1 -
Door Type Curtain -
Body Material Aluminum - - -
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Number of Awnings
1
Details
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Motorized RV Awning Set
4.4
Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual / Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Fiberglass
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
1
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Door Type
Curtain
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Body Material
Aluminum

Options

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Air Conditioning Prewiring Yes -
Battery Power Converter Yes - - -
Bunkhouse Yes - - -
Cable Prewiring Yes - - -
Heat Prewiring Yes - - -
Heated No -
Interior Wood Finish Yes - - -
Metallic No - - -
Overhead Fan Yes - -
Phone Prewiring No - - -
Power Retractable Awning Yes - - -
Power Retractable Slideout Yes - - -
Refrigerator Standard - - -
Satellite No - - -
Satellite Prewiring No - - -
Screened Room No - - -
Sliding Glass Door No - - -
TV Antenna Prewiring Yes - - -
Wallpaper Yes - - -
Washer / Dryer Prewiring No - - -
Water Heater Tank Bypass Yes - - -
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Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
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Battery Power Converter
Yes
Bunkhouse
Yes
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Recommended
FOGATTI RV Furnace 35,000 BTU High-Capacity - Quiet Thermostat Controlled RV Heater for Motorhome, Camper & Travel Trailer
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Metallic
No
Overhead Fan
Yes
Details
Recommended
Overhead Fan
4.2
Phone Prewiring
No
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Refrigerator
Standard
Satellite
No
Satellite Prewiring
No
Screened Room
No
Sliding Glass Door
No
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes

Entertainment

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Number Of Discs 1 - - -
Speaker Location Interior / Exterior - -
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Number Of Discs
1
Speaker Location
Interior / Exterior
Details
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RecPro Exterior Speakers
4.4

Instrumentation

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Number Of Radios 1 - - -
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Number Of Radios
1

Quick Overview

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Parent Company Thor Industries - - -
Year 2014 - - -
Make Dutchmen - - -
Display Name Kodiak 290BHSL - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 11 - - -
Number of Slideouts 1 - - -
Introduction Year 2011 - - -
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Parent Company
Thor Industries
Year
2014
Make
Dutchmen
Display Name
Kodiak 290BHSL
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
11
Number of Slideouts
1
Introduction Year
2011

Mint Score

Overall Score
2.5
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
2.7/ 5
Living Space & Layout
2.2/ 5
Comfort & Features
2.7/ 5
Storage Space
2.5/ 5
Off-Grid & Campsites
2.7/ 5

About the 2014 Dutchmen Kodiak 290bhsl

With the ability to sleep up to 11 people, the 2014 Kodiak 290BHSL is designed for family adventures or group getaways. This spacious 33.3-foot travel trailer features a single slideout that maximizes your living area, while the well-equipped kitchen and exterior kitchen make meal prep a breeze. Weighing just over 6,000 lbs, it’s easily towable by many SUVs or trucks, allowing you to hit the road without a hassle. Ideal for families looking for comfort and versatility on their travels.

What We Love

Outdoor Kitchen Large Pass-Through Storage Exterior Speakers Vinyl Flooring Throughout Rear Bedroom Layout Water Heater Bypass

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 travel trailer.

Tow-Ready Score
5.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.3
Final Tow-Ready Score 5.3
Living Space & Layout
4.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages -0.7
Final Living Space & Layout 4.3
Comfort & Features
5.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.3
Final Comfort & Features 5.3
Storage Space
5.0/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.0
Final Storage Space 5.0
Off-Grid & Campsites
5.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.3
Final Off-Grid & Campsites 5.3
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 2014 Dutchmen Kodiak 290bhsl, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of lbs. With a dry weight of 6005 lbs and hitch weight of 781 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 6005 lbs and a GVWR of lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1595 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 400 in., width 96 in., and height 127 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Kodiak 290bhsl includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Kodiak 290bhsl 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 6005 lbs, the Kodiak 290bhsl 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 11 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Travel Trailer.

The Kodiak 290bhsl 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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