2016 Jayco Eagle HT 29-5fbds Specs
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVWR | 9950 lbs | - | - | - |
| Dry Weight | 8130 lbs | - | - | - |
| Hitch Weight | 1600 lbs | - | - | - |
| Payload Capacity | 1820 lbs | Coil SumoSprings | Shop Suspension Kits | - |
| Length | 412 in | Furrion Backup Camera | Shop Cameras | - |
| Width | 96 in | Clip On Mirrors | Shop Mirrors | - |
| Towing Capacity | 3000 / 1360.8 lbs | - | - | - |
| Exterior Height | 148.75 in | Telescoping Ladder | Shop Ladders | - |
| Tongue Weight | 300 / 136.1 lbs | - | - | - |
| Interior Height | 87.5 in | - | - | - |
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GVWR
9950 lbs
Dry Weight
8130 lbs
Hitch Weight
1600 lbs
Payload Capacity
1820 lbs
Length
412 in
Width
96 in
Towing Capacity
3000 / 1360.8 lbs
Exterior Height
148.75 in
Tongue Weight
300 / 136.1 lbs
Interior Height
87.5 in
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Electrical & Solar
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Converter Amps | 45 | - | - | - |
| 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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Battery Converter Amps
45
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 | 43 gal | 40 Gal Tank | Fresh Water Tanks | - |
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 65 gal | - | - | - |
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 32.5 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
43 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
65 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
32.5 gal
Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
60 lbs
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Tires & Wheels
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels Composition | Aluminum | - | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 15 | - | - | - |
| Spare Tire Location | Exterior Mounted | - | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Not Applicable | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire | 15 Inch Wheels Full Spec | - | - | - |
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Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Rear Wheel Diameter
15
Spare Tire Location
Exterior Mounted
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire
15 Inch Wheels Full Spec
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sofa Material | Cloth | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Door Style | Full Sliding Door | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Mirror Doors | Yes | - | - | - |
| Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | Yes | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Location | Front / Rear | - | - | - |
| Number Of Sofas | 1 | Tri-Fold Sofa | - | - |
| Number Of Bunk Beds | 4 | - | - | - |
| Reclining Sofa | No | RV Loveseat Recliner Sofa | Shop Sofa | - |
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains | Yes | - | - | - |
| Number Of Queen Size Beds | 1 | Queen RV Mattress | Shop Mattresses | - |
| Living Area Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
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Sofa Material
Cloth
Master Bedroom Door Style
Full Sliding Door
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
Yes
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
Yes
Master Bedroom Location
Front / Rear
Number Of Sofas
1
Number Of Bunk Beds
4
Reclining Sofa
No
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Living Area Location
Center
Number Of Bathrooms
1
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Kitchen / Dining
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type | Carpet / Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Size | Mid-Size | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Table Configuration | Bench Seats | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Power Mode | Electric / Propane | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Number Of Oven Burners | 3 | - | - | - |
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Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Carpet / Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Mid-Size
Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Location
Center
Number Of Oven Burners
3
Bathroom
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom Flooring Type | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Toilet Type | Porcelain | RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment | Toilets | Top 5 |
| Bathroom Location | Center | - | - | - |
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Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Toilet Type
Porcelain
Bathroom Location
Center
Exterior
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awning Length | 20 ft/m | Awning Fabric Replacement | All Awnings | - |
| Number of Awnings | 1 | Motorized RV Awning Set | Shop Awnings | - |
| Leveling Jack Type | Front Manual | - | - | - |
| Number Of Axles | 2 | - | - | - |
| Sidewall Construction | Fiberglass | - | - | - |
| Number Of Emergency Exits | 1 | - | - | - |
| Number of Doors | 1 | - | - | - |
| Door Type | Plastic / Glass | - | - | - |
| Body Material | Aluminum | - | - | - |
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Awning Length
20 ft/m
Number of Awnings
1
Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual
Number Of Axles
2
Sidewall Construction
Fiberglass
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Plastic / Glass
Body Material
Aluminum
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Options
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
| Screened Room | No | - | - | - |
| Bunkhouse | Yes | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Awning | Yes | - | - | - |
| Surround Sound | Yes | - | - | - |
| Metallic | No | - | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
| Interior Wood Finish | Yes | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Phone Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
| Cable Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite | No | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Slideout | Yes | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
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Overhead Fan
Yes
Screened Room
No
Bunkhouse
Yes
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Refrigerator
Standard
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
Surround Sound
Yes
Metallic
No
Satellite Prewiring
Yes
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
Sliding Glass Door
No
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Satellite
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
TV Antenna 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
Quick Overview
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parent Company | Jayco | - | - | - |
| Year | 2016 | - | - | - |
| Make | Jayco | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Eagle HT 29.5FBDS | - | - | - |
| Class | Fifth Wheel | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 10 | - | - | - |
| Number of Slideouts | 2 | - | - | - |
| Introduction Year | 2015 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Jayco
Year
2016
Make
Jayco
Display Name
Eagle HT 29.5FBDS
Class
Fifth Wheel
Max Sleeping Count
10
Number of Slideouts
2
Introduction Year
2015
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
7.8/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+2.8
Final Tow-Ready Score
7.8
Living Space & Layout
4.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
-0.7
Final Living Space & Layout
4.3
Comfort & Features
5.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+0.3
Final Comfort & Features
5.3
Storage Space
5.5/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+0.5
Final Storage Space
5.5
Off-Grid & Campsites
4.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
-0.7
Final Off-Grid & Campsites
4.3
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 2016 Jayco Eagle HT 29-5fbds, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 9950 lbs. With a dry weight of 8130 lbs and hitch weight of 1600 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Fifth Wheel has a dry weight of 8130 lbs and a GVWR of 9950 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 1820 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 412 in., width 96 in., and height 149 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Eagle HT 29-5fbds includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Eagle HT 29-5fbds 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 9950 lbs and dry weight of 8130 lbs, the Eagle HT 29-5fbds 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 10 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Fifth Wheel.
The Eagle HT 29-5fbds features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 9950 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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