2019 Forest River RV Sierra 393rl Specs

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This RV's GVWR
13,379 lbs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Mint Score

Overall Score
3.5
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
3.2/ 5
Living Space & Layout
4.2/ 5
Comfort & Features
2.9/ 5
Storage Space
3.3/ 5
Off-Grid & Campsites
3.9/ 5

About the 2019 Forest River RV Sierra 393rl

With its three spacious slides, the 2019 Sierra 393RL offers an expansive living area ideal for long-term stays. At 41.3 feet, this destination RV sleeps four comfortably, featuring a master bedroom and a well-equipped kitchen for entertaining. Weighing in at just over 10,700 lbs, it strikes a balance between size and towability, making it suitable for those who want a home-like feel without sacrificing mobility. If you're looking for a luxurious retreat for extended camping trips, this model is worth exploring further.

What We Love

High Payload Capacity (2000+ lbs) Exterior Speakers Vinyl Flooring Throughout Rear Living Area Water Heater Bypass

Consider This

Heavy Rig - Requires 3/4-Ton+ Long Rig - Limited Campsite Options High Hitch Weight (1,200+ lbs)

Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
GVWR 13379 lbs Class 4 Receiver - -
Dry Weight 10726 lbs CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller - -
Hitch Weight 1379 lbs - - -
Payload Capacity 2653 lbs Coil SumoSprings - -
Length 496 in Furrion Backup Camera Shop Cameras -
Width 96 in Clip On Mirrors Shop Mirrors -
Exterior Height 158 in Telescoping Ladder Shop Ladders -
Interior Height 99 in - - -
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GVWR
13379 lbs
Details
Safety Essential
Class 4 Receiver
4.5
Dry Weight
10726 lbs
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Recommended
CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller
4.5
Hitch Weight
1379 lbs
Payload Capacity
2653 lbs
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Recommended
Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
496 in
Details
Recommended
Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
96 in
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Recommended
Clip On Mirrors
Exterior Height
158 in
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Telescoping Ladder
4.5
Interior Height
99 in

Electrical & Solar

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Battery Converter Amps 65 - - -
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
65
Shore Power
30 Amps
Battery Type
12V Lead-Acid
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Solar Pre-Wired
Optional
Inverter
Optional

Tank Capacities

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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 60 gal - Fresh Water Tanks -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 104 gal - - -
Black Water Tank Capacity 52 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
60 gal
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Gray Water Tank Capacity
104 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
52 gal
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Number Of Propane Tanks
2
Propane Tank Capacity
60 lbs
Details
Recommended
30Lb Propane Tank

Tires & Wheels

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Rear Tire 16-Inch E-Rated Radial Full Spec - - -
Rear Tire Speed Rating E - - -
Rear Brake Type Electric Drum - - -
Wheels Composition Aluminum - - -
Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Wheel Diameter 16 - - -
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Rear Tire
16-Inch E-Rated Radial Full Spec
Rear Tire Speed Rating
E
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum
Wheels Composition
Aluminum
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Wheel Diameter
16

Heating & Cooling

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

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Number Of Recliner / Rockers 2 - - -
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors No - - -
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds 1 - - -
Sofa Material Vinyl - - -
Master Bedroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Living Area Location Rear - - -
Number Of Bathrooms 1 - - -
Reclining Sofa No RV Loveseat Recliner Sofa Shop Sofa -
Number Of Sofas 1 Tri-Fold Sofa - -
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet Yes - - -
Master Bedroom Door Style Conventional Door - - -
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains Yes - - -
Number Of King Size Beds 1 - - -
Master Bedroom Location Front - - -
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Number Of Recliner / Rockers
2
Master Bedroom Mirror Doors
No
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
1
Sofa Material
Vinyl
Master Bedroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Living Area Location
Rear
Number Of Bathrooms
1
Reclining Sofa
No
Details
Recommended
RV Loveseat Recliner Sofa
4.3
Number Of Sofas
1
Details
Recommended
Tri-Fold Sofa
4.6
Full Size Master Bedroom Closet
Yes
Master Bedroom Door Style
Conventional Door
Master Bedroom Shades / Curtains
Yes
Number Of King Size Beds
1
Master Bedroom Location
Front

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Kitchen / Dining

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Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type Carpet / Vinyl - - -
Refrigerator Power Mode Electric - - -
Kitchen Table Configuration Chairs - - -
Oven Depth 22 / 558.8 in - - -
Kitchen Location Center - - -
Refrigerator Size Full-Size - - -
Number Of Oven Burners 3 - - -
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Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Carpet / Vinyl
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric
Kitchen Table Configuration
Chairs
Oven Depth
22 / 558.8 in
Kitchen Location
Center
Refrigerator Size
Full-Size
Number Of Oven Burners
3

Bathroom

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Toilet Type Porcelain RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment Toilets Top 5
Bathroom Location Center - - -
Bathroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
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Toilet Type
Porcelain
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RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment
Bathroom Location
Center
Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl

Exterior

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Awning Length 19 ft/m Awning Fabric Replacement All Awnings -
Number of Awnings 1 Motorized RV Awning Set Shop Awnings -
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
19 ft/m
Details
Recommended
Awning Fabric Replacement
4.6
Number of Awnings
1
Details
Recommended
Motorized RV Awning Set
4.4
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 - - -
Cable Prewiring Yes - - -
Refrigerator Standard - - -
Air Conditioning Prewiring Yes - - -
Washer / Dryer Prewiring Yes - - -
Power Retractable Awning Yes - - -
Surround Sound Yes - - -
Heat Prewiring Yes - - -
Metallic No - - -
Satellite Prewiring Yes - - -
Bunkhouse No - - -
Interior Wood Finish Yes - - -
Wallpaper Yes - - -
Phone Prewiring No - - -
Sliding Glass Door Yes - - -
Water Heater Tank Bypass Yes - - -
Satellite No - - -
Battery Power Converter Yes - - -
Heated No - - -
Power Retractable Slideout Yes - - -
TV Antenna Prewiring Yes - - -
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Overhead Fan
Yes
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Overhead Fan
4.2
Screened Room
No
Cable Prewiring
Yes
Refrigerator
Standard
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
Yes
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
Surround Sound
Yes
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Metallic
No
Satellite Prewiring
Yes
Bunkhouse
No
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Wallpaper
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
Sliding Glass Door
Yes
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Satellite
No
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Heated
No
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
Details
Recommended
RecPro Exterior Speakers
4.4
Number Of Televisions
1
Details
Recommended
Insignia LED HD Alexa TV
4.3

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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 Vinyl - - -
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Material
Vinyl

Quick Overview

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Parent Company Forest River Inc. - - -
Year 2019 - - -
Make Forest River - - -
Display Name Sierra Destination 393RL - - -
Class Destination - - -
Max Sleeping Count 4 - - -
Number of Slideouts 3 - - -
Introduction Year 2014 - - -
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Parent Company
Forest River Inc.
Year
2019
Make
Forest River
Display Name
Sierra Destination 393RL
Class
Destination
Max Sleeping Count
4
Number of Slideouts
3
Introduction Year
2014

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 destination.

Tow-Ready Score
6.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Destination class averages +1.3
Final Tow-Ready Score 6.3
Living Space & Layout
8.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Destination class averages +3.3
Final Living Space & Layout 8.3
Comfort & Features
5.8/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Destination class averages +0.8
Final Comfort & Features 5.8
Storage Space
6.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Destination class averages +1.5
Final Storage Space 6.5
Off-Grid & Campsites
7.8/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Destination class averages +2.8
Final Off-Grid & Campsites 7.8
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 2019 Forest River RV Sierra 393rl, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 13379 lbs. With a dry weight of 10726 lbs and hitch weight of 1379 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Destination has a dry weight of 10726 lbs and a GVWR of 13379 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 2653 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 496 in., width 96 in., and height 158 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Sierra 393rl includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Sierra 393rl 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 13379 lbs and dry weight of 10726 lbs, the Sierra 393rl 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 4 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Destination.

The Sierra 393rl features body construction with sidewalls and 2 axle(s). Its GVWR of 13379 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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