2016 Shasta Phoenix 34rd Specs
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Towing & Dimensions
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVWR | 14361 lbs | - | - | - |
| Dry Weight | 10417 lbs | - | - | - |
| Hitch Weight | 2361 lbs | - | - | - |
| Payload Capacity | 3885 lbs | Coil SumoSprings | Shop Suspension Kits | - |
| Length | 431 in | Furrion Backup Camera | Shop Cameras | - |
| Width | 100 in | Clip On Mirrors | Shop Mirrors | - |
| Exterior Height | 152 in | Telescoping Ladder | Shop Ladders | - |
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GVWR
14361 lbs
Dry Weight
10417 lbs
Hitch Weight
2361 lbs
Payload Capacity
3885 lbs
Length
431 in
Width
100 in
Exterior Height
152 in
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Electrical & Solar
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Converter Amps | 50 | - | - | - |
| 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
50
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 | 2 | - | - | - |
| Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks | 1 | - | - | - |
| Fresh Water Tank Capacity | 50 gal | 50-57gal Fresh Water Tank | Fresh Water Tanks | - |
| Gray Water Tank Capacity | 90 gal | - | - | - |
| Black Water Tank Capacity | 45 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
2
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
1
Fresh Water Tank Capacity
50 gal
Gray Water Tank Capacity
90 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
45 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 | 235 | - | - | - |
| Wheels Composition | Aluminum | - | - | - |
| Front Brake Type | Not Applicable | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire Aspect Ratio | 80 | - | - | - |
| Rear Tire | ST235/80 R16 Full Spec | - | - | - |
| Rear Wheel Diameter | 16 | - | - | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Electric Drum | - | - | - |
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Rear Tire Width
235
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire Aspect Ratio
80
Rear Tire
ST235/80 R16 Full Spec
Rear Wheel Diameter
16
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 | 10 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
10 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 Sofas | 2 | Tri-Fold Sofa | - | - |
| Number Of Bathrooms | 1 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Mirror Doors | Yes | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Door Style | Conventional Door | - | - | - |
| Living Area Location | Center | - | - | - |
| Full Size Master Bedroom Closet | Yes | - | - | - |
| Number Of Queen Size Beds | 1 | Queen RV Mattress | Shop Mattresses | - |
| Master Bedroom Location | Front | - | - | - |
| Sofa Material | Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds | 2 | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains | Yes | - | - | - |
| Master Bedroom Flooring Type | Carpet | - | - | - |
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Number Of Sofas
2
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
Yes
Master Bedroom Door Style
Conventional Door
Living Area Location
Center
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
Yes
Number Of Queen Size Beds
1
Master Bedroom Location
Front
Sofa Material
Vinyl
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
2
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Carpet
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Kitchen / Dining
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type | Carpet / Vinyl | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Power Mode | Electric / Propane | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Table Configuration | Chairs | - | - | - |
| Oven Depth | 23 / 584.2 in | - | - | - |
| Kitchen Location | Rear | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator Size | Mid-Size | - | - | - |
| Number Of Oven Burners | 3 | - | - | - |
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Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Carpet / Vinyl
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Table Configuration
Chairs
Oven Depth
23 / 584.2 in
Kitchen Location
Rear
Refrigerator Size
Mid-Size
Number Of Oven Burners
3
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Awning Length | 15 ft/m | Awning Fabric Replacement | All Awnings | - |
| Number of Awnings | 1 | Motorized RV Awning Set | Shop Awnings | - |
| Leveling Jack Type | Front Power / Rear Power | - | - | - |
| 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
15 ft/m
Number of Awnings
1
Leveling Jack Type
Front Power / Rear Power
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Heater Tank Bypass | Yes | - | - | - |
| Heat Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Refrigerator | Standard | - | - | - |
| TV Antenna Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Bunkhouse | No | - | - | - |
| Phone Prewiring | No | - | - | - |
| Screened Room | No | - | - | - |
| Washer / Dryer Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Slideout | Yes | - | - | - |
| Surround Sound | No | - | - | - |
| Battery Power Converter | Yes | - | - | - |
| Overhead Fan | Yes | Overhead Fan | - | - |
| Interior Wood Finish | Yes | - | - | - |
| Satellite Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Wallpaper | Yes | - | - | - |
| Cable Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
| Power Retractable Awning | Yes | - | - | - |
| Sliding Glass Door | No | - | - | - |
| Air Conditioning Prewiring | Yes | - | - | - |
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Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Refrigerator
Standard
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Bunkhouse
No
Phone Prewiring
No
Screened Room
No
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
Yes
Power Retractable Slideout
Yes
Surround Sound
No
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Overhead Fan
Yes
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Satellite Prewiring
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
Sliding Glass Door
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Entertainment
| Specs | Value | Buy | Shop All | Top 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speaker Location | Interior | RecPro Exterior Speakers | - | - |
| Number Of Discs | 1 | - | - | - |
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Speaker Location
Interior
Number Of Discs
1
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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 | Forest River Inc. | - | - | - |
| Year | 2016 | - | - | - |
| Make | Shasta | - | - | - |
| Display Name | Phoenix 34RD | - | - | - |
| Class | Fifth Wheel | - | - | - |
| Max Sleeping Count | 8 | - | - | - |
| Number of Slideouts | 3 | - | - | - |
| Introduction Year | 2016 | - | - | - |
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Parent Company
Forest River Inc.
Year
2016
Make
Shasta
Display Name
Phoenix 34RD
Class
Fifth Wheel
Max Sleeping Count
8
Number of Slideouts
3
Introduction Year
2016
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
6.0/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+1.0
Final Tow-Ready Score
6.0
Living Space & Layout
5.5/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+0.5
Final Living Space & Layout
5.5
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
6.5/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel class averages
+1.5
Final Storage Space
6.5
Off-Grid & Campsites
5.3/10
Base Score
5.0
Spec-based adjustments
Based on Fifth Wheel 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 2016 Shasta Phoenix 34rd, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 14361 lbs. With a dry weight of 10417 lbs and hitch weight of 2361 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.
This Fifth Wheel has a dry weight of 10417 lbs and a GVWR of 14361 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 3885 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.
The approximate dimensions are length 431 in., width 100 in., and height 152 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.
The Phoenix 34rd includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.
Many Phoenix 34rd 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 14361 lbs and dry weight of 10417 lbs, the Phoenix 34rd 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 8 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Fifth Wheel.
The Phoenix 34rd features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 14361 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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