Tiffin 34ohp versus 360hp

[ynot]

looking at mu budget, having tough time deciding on a 37ba 360 versus 33aa 340, like to hear your thoughts and wisdoms.to help in my decision. cheers

 

[Headhunter]

The 340 & the 360 engines not only designate different HP but different coach amenities. The 340 in a Red 33 AA was the entry level DP. It had many LESS options compared to a Red 33 AA 360. The HWH leveling jack system was just one item not available on the 340. The 37 BA is a 37 ft coach, the 33 AA is 35 ft.

The new 2023 340 is called The Byway. I looked at both before I bought my 2021 Red 33 AA. IMHO I would spring for the 360 version RED in what ever model you decide. Not only do you get a little bit more HP, but there are like 5 or 6 more options you get over the 340.

HH

 

[ynot]

good advice. I didn't know that.

 

[High Desert]

No question - go with the 360 HP engine and 3000 Allison transmission.

 

[Rich W.]

The 340 is mated to the 2500MH transmission and has lower cargo carrying and towing ratings as well as less HP and torque, and the 340 ISB is the highest hp motor used with the 2500 trans. The 3000MH transmission used with the 360hp is also used all the way up to the 450hp ISL so it should be bulletproof in a 360. Look at all the chassis specs (GVWR, GCWR, GAWR, max towing, etc) to make your decision - its a lot more than 20hp.

 

[citypark5280]

Newly registered to the RVForum (longtime reader - thank you all for the priceless education & humor - first-time poster)

Currently evaluating ‘23-‘25: Tiffin Red 33 AA and Byway FL; Newmar Kountry Star 3426; and Winnebago 34N

I’m having similar indecision to ynot … decided to upgrade from a ‘23 Bay Star Sport. I’m pretty certain that I don’t need the 10k towing (the right seat wants a two-seater for a toad and I want to tow an enclosed trailer with my MC) and we’ve arm wrestled to a stalemate on options).

I am concerned that the additional 10,000 GVWR is going make for a lot of vehicle to control. I understand the transmission and chassis will be more substantial with beefier axles and construction. Omg I hate asking the question but: will that reduce MPG?

I’d appreciate y’alls thoughts, insights, opinions, and even critical thinking

 

[DennisT]

MPG reduction - probably not.

We went from a 32 foot class c with the v10 getting about 8 mpg to a 41 foot super c with the 360 Cummins diesel and we get between 8 and 9 mpg.

I’ll let the class A owners weigh in on handling since our Superstar drives like it is on rails. Much easier to drive overall than the 32 foot class c was.