2008 Forest River Berkshire Specs, Towing Weight, Floorplan + Features

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Year: 2008
Manufacturer: Forest River
Model: Berkshire
RV Type: Class A
Fuel: Diesel
Condition: New
Description
Forest River is proud to introduce the newest motor home to our diesel line up - the Berkshire. Finally, a diesel motor home where luxury is truly within reach! Berkshire offers all the amenities of a high end luxury diesel motor coach at about the same price you would find a gas motor home. Built on a Freightliner Raised Rail XC chassis with complete pass through storage, Berkshire's standard features include: fiberglass roof, full body paint, automatic generator slide out, automatic door and patio awnings, 32" LCD front TV, and much, much more. Berkshire's two quadruple slide out floorplans offer plenty of room for entertainment or full time living. Available on either the Cummins 300 horse power or the Mercedes 330 engine, the Berkshire has enough power to take you anywhere.
Features
EXTERIOR STANDARDS
  • Full Body BASF automotive paint with vinyl graphics
  • Front mask protection film
  • Side-hinged compartment doors w/ full pass through storage
  • (4) pt. Fully automatic hydraulic leveling system
  • 7.5 Guardian diesel generator w/full slide tray
  • 1200 Watt inverter/converter
  • (4) Six volt house batteries on slide tray
  • (2) master electric shut off switches
  • 50 Amp 120 V distribution panel and detachable cord
  • Electrical panel w/ lighted indicators for fuses
  • Individual zoned manifold water supply system
  • Variable speed constant pressure water pump
  • All coach water filtration system (Forced Option)
  • 13,500 BTU low profile front roof A/C with heat pump and ceiling ducts with drain
  • 40,000 BTU furnace
  • IO Gallon gas/electric water heater w/ DSI
  • 24.5 gallon propane tank
  • Black water tank flush system
  • Power entrance step
  • Patio light
  • Lighted entry assist handle
  • Front entrance door w/ screen and deadbolt
  • Deluxe power patio awning w/ remote
  • Slide out room awning
  • Full length drip and awning rail
  • 5,000 lb receiver hitch
  • Basement TV Coax w/ 110V recept
  • Air and "City mode" horns
  • Heated power side view mirrors
  • TV antenna w/ signal booster
  • Shower skylights
  • Docking lights
  • Heated blankets for all water & holding tanks
  • Full length mud flap w/ Chrome trim
  • (2) piece rear ladder
DRIVER /PASSENGER AREA STANDARDS
  • Wrap around cockpit with (9) gauge instrument cluster
  • LCD engine message center
  • 4-Spoke VIP black steering wheel
  • Telescopic/Tilt steering wheel
  • 6-way power driver seat w/ 360 degree swivel and recliner
  • Passenger seat w/ 360 degree swivel and recliner
  • Vinyl w/ carpeted floor mat fro driver
  • Lighted step well
  • Rear vision camera w/ hide a way monitor
  • Jensen AM/FM?CD player w/ time display
  • Sirius satellite radio capable
  • DVD player
  • Home theater surround sound w/ bass woofer and mid range tweeter
  • (8) Stereo speakers throughout coach
  • 32inch LCD color TV
  • Satellite TV prep
  • Distribution control box for entertainment electronics
  • (2) Defroster fans w/ high and low settings
  • Remote generator start switch
  • Auxiliary start
  • Driver/Passenger map lights
  • Driver/Passenger cup holders
  • Automotive dash AC/heater w/ deluxe controls
  • Electronic battery disconnect switch
  • Wrap around lined privacy curtain
LIVING/DINING/GALLEY STANDARDS
  • Vinyl floor throughout
  • Extra large lavvy bowl
  • Double lever lavatory faucets
  • One piece fiberglass shower with glass door
  • Porcelain china toilet
  • Mirrored medicine cabinets
  • Towel bars(3) Interior décor choices
  • Booth dinette with retractable table top and drawers underneath
  • Hide-A-Bed sofa
  • Love seat sofa w/ jack knife bed
  • Solid maple or cherry maple cabinet doors
  • Brushed nickel cabinet hardware
  • Contoured overhead cabinets in slide out rooms
  • Vinyl floors in entryway, galley and bathroom area
  • Carpeted living room and dining area
  • Fluorescent lighting throughout
  • Full length mirror
  • Soft touch padded ceiling
  • Fantastic Fan in Galley Area
  • Night Shades
  • Metal blinds in galley window
  • Corian kitchen counter tops
  • Twin sink basins with covers
  • Wall border behind galley and sofa
  • Slide out pantry
  • Full extension metal drawer guides w/ ball bearings throughout
  • Double lever faucet
  • Convection/Microwave oven
  • 8 cubic foot refrigerator w/ ice maker and raised wood panels
  • 3-burner recessed cook top with Corian cover
  • Bath Area Standards
  • Metal blinds in lavatory window
  • Fantastic fan in bathroom and lavvy area
BEDROOM AREA STANDARDS
  • 60inch X 80inch island queen bed w/ bedspread and decorative pillows
  • Bedside wardrobe w/ shoe rack
  • Dresser drawers and wardrobe type cabinets
  • Overhead cabinets
  • 19inch LCD TV
  • Fluorescent lighting
  • Individual reading lights
  • Washer/dryer prep
  • Carpet with padding
  • Night stands
  • Egress window
SAFETY STANDARDS
  • 110 GFI protected circuits (galley, bath and basement)
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • LP gas detector
  • Smoke alarm
  • Surface mounted fire extinguisher
  • (2) exit windows (bedroom and living room)
  360QS 390QS 390TS
Interior Height  84 in.  84 in.  84 in.
 Interior Width  95.5 in.  95.5 in.  95.5 in.
 Exterior Height w ...  12 ft. 5 in.  12 ft. 5 in.  12 ft. 5 in.
 Without Satellite  12 ft. 3 in.  12 ft. 3 in.  12 ft. 3 in.
 Exterior Length w ...  37 ft. 9 in.  39 ft. 9 in.  39 ft. 9 in.
 Without Rear Ladde...  37 ft. 3 in.  39 ft. 3 in.  39 ft. 3 in.
 Exterior Width  100 in.  100 in.  100 in.
 Wheel Base  228 in.  252 in.  252 in.
 GVWR  28,000 lbs.  28,000 lbs.  28,000 lbs.
 GAWR Front  10,500 lbs.  10,500 lbs.  10,500 lbs.
 GAWR Rear  17,500 lbs.  17,500 lbs.  17,500 lbs.
 GCWR  33,000 lbs.  33,000 lbs.  33,000 lbs.
 Black Water Tank  44 Gal.  44 Gal.  44 Gal.
 Gray Water Tank  60 Gal.  60 Gal.  60 Gal.
 Fresh Water Tank  86 Gal.  86 Gal.  86 Gal.
 Water Heater  10 Gal.  10 Gal.  10 Gal.
 LP Tank  24.5 Gal.  24.5 Gal.  24.5 Gal.
 Fuel Capacity  100 Gal.  100 Gal.  100 Gal.
Floorplans (Click to enlarge)

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