2026 FOREST RIVER CHEROKEE ARCTIC WOLF 285OPT - Bunkhouse Fifth Wheel

2026 Forest River Cherokee Arctic Wolf 285OPT — Two Bedrooms. One Flexible Fifth Wheel.

Front Queen Bedroom. Bunk Room OR Optional Rear Queen Bedroom. Kitchen Fireplace. Outside Kitchen. 20' Awning. 100W Solar Standard. Auto Leveling. 34'3".

Overview

The "OPT" says it all. The 2026 Forest River Cherokee Arctic Wolf 285OPT is the most versatile floor plan in the Arctic Wolf fifth wheel lineup — a 34'3" coach with a private front queen bedroom, center kitchen and living area, full bathroom, and a rear room that can be configured two ways: as a bunk room for families hauling kids, or as an optional second queen bedroom for grandparents, guests, or multi-couple travel. One fifth wheel, two completely different use cases. The center kitchen features an electric fireplace, hidden pantry/entertainment center, floating dinette, and full outside kitchen. Every 285OPT ships with three factory packages — the Elemental Protection Package, Limited Package, and full Standards — meaning 35,000 BTU furnace, armored underbelly, automatic leveling, 100W solar, tankless water heater, solid surface countertops, heated holding tanks, and PVC roof with lifetime warranty are all included standard. Come see the 285OPT at Butler RV Center and ask about the optional rear queen bedroom configuration.

Specs at a Glance

  • Exterior Length 34' 3"
  • Exterior Width 96"
  • Exterior Height 13' 1"
  • UVW 8,578 lbs
  • GVWR 10,585 lbs
  • CCC 2,007 lbs
  • Hitch Weight 1,570 lbs
  • Fresh Water 81 gallons
  • Gray Water 70 gallons
  • Black Water 35 gallons
  • Awning 20' 
  • Slideouts 1

The Floor Plan: Two Bedrooms, One Smart Design

The 285OPT moves front to back with a clear purpose. The front upper-level bedroom houses a queen bed on an elevated base with vertical lift for storage, a Super-Stor closet with full-depth hanging space, drawers, a shoe nook, and built-ins — all on the fifth wheel platform above the pin box. The main level opens into the living and kitchen area, anchored by the single slideout, fireplace, hidden pantry/entertainment center, floating dinette, and tri-fold sleeper sofa. The full bathroom sits mid-coach. The rear room is where the 285OPT earns its name: standard configuration delivers bunk beds with a flip-down dinette bunk and dedicated bunk room — but the optional rear queen bedroom converts that space into a true private second bedroom with a full queen bed, pleated shades, and its own wardrobe. Families who need the bunk room today and the guest bedroom tomorrow now have one rig that does both.

The Front Bedroom

  • 60" x 80" residential-style queen mattress
  • Vertical bed base lift — converts to seating area with additional storage beneath
  • Super-Stor bedroom closet with full-depth hanging space, drawers, shoe nook, and built-ins
  • Additional hanging closet
  • Individual reading lights at bed
  • USB, USB-C, and 110V outlets on both sides of the bed
  • Bedroom TV prep
  • Pleated shades

The Kitchen

  • 10 cu. ft. 12-volt residential-style refrigerator with travel lock
  • 21" range with steel-grated 3-burner cooktop and glass cover
  • Workstation kitchen farm-style sink with cup washer and multiple accessories
  • Spring spout kitchen faucet with pull-out sprayer
  • Solid surface kitchen countertops
  • Trash can storage and hidden drawer
  • Secondary pantry
  • Floating dinette table with drawer storage, free-standing chairs, and seating
  • Storage ottoman
  • High-capacity electric fireplace — 5,200 BTU
  • Hidden pantry/entertainment center
  • Central vacuum dustpan (accessories available aftermarket)

The Living Area

  • Single slideout — tri-fold sleeper sofa
  • Electric fireplace (5,200 BTU)
  • LED television
  • Fully adjustable slow-rise blackout roller shades
  • Super-Lumen lighting system with dimmer
  • 6'4" slide-out headroom
  • Carpetless floor design (including slides)
  • Pet-friendly Clean Sweep floor design (no heat vents)
  • Floating interior staircase with safety handle

The Bathroom

  • Glass shower door
  • Shower skylight
  • Porcelain toilet with water jet assist and foot flush
  • One-touch dimmable backlit bath mirror
  • Oversized multi-speed bath fan
  • Oversized bathroom attic fan for increased interior airflow
  • Space-saver sliding bathroom door

The Outside Kitchen

  • Full outside kitchen — standard on the 285OPT
  • Outside TV prep in pass-through storage
  • Secondary exterior outlet
  • Outside shower with hot and cold water
  • LP QuickConnect

Elemental Protection Package — Standard

  • 35,000 BTU high-efficiency furnace — best-in-class size
  • Armored underbelly tank enclosure with forced air heat
  • High-capacity electric fireplace (5,200 BTU)
  • Insulator Series wood roof and floor superstructure
  • Thermo-Control reflective safety glass windows
  • PVC roof membrane with heat reflectivity and lifetime warranty
  • 50-amp electrical service and detachable power cord
  • 15,000 BTU central air conditioning with Quick Cool
  • Upgraded laminated exterior walls with block foam insulation
  • Enclosed and heated utility compartment
  • 12-volt heat pads on all holding tanks
  • Oversized bathroom attic fan

Limited Package — Standard

  • 12-volt residential-style refrigerator with travel lock
  • Solid surface kitchen countertops
  • Super-Lumen lighting system with dimmer
  • Fully adjustable slow-rise blackout roller shades
  • Glass shower door
  • One-touch dimmable backlit bath mirror
  • 6'4" slide-out headroom (main level)
  • LED television
  • Automatic leveling and stabilization system — one-touch
  • Spring spout kitchen faucet with pull-out sprayer
  • Exterior steps with oversized landing and quick release
  • On-demand tankless hot water heater
  • 21" range with steel-grated 3-burner cooktop and glass cover
  • Workstation farm-style kitchen sink with cup washer and accessories
  • G-Glass entry door with friction hinge window and shade prep
  • Flush floor main slide design
  • Pet-friendly Clean Sweep floor design (no heat vents)
  • Juice Pack — 100W solar panel, battery disconnect, battery, voltmeter, 30-amp solar charger
  • Carpetless floor design (including slides)
  • Floating interior staircase with safety handle

Why the Arctic Wolf 285OPT?

Most fifth wheels force a choice: buy the bunkhouse for the kids or the second bedroom for guests. The 285OPT removes that constraint entirely. It's the only floor plan in the Arctic Wolf lineup that lets you configure the rear room either way — and it does it in a 34-foot coach that still carries the full Elemental Protection and Limited Package feature sets standard. Outside kitchen, fireplace, auto leveling, tankless water heater, 100W solar, armored underbelly, and heated holding tanks all come with every unit. Whether you're traveling with family now and entertaining guests later, or shopping for one rig that works across multiple phases of camping life, the 285OPT is worth a close look. Come see it at Butler RV Center — we'll walk you through both room configurations in person.

What You See Is What You Pay — Butler's ALL-IN Pricing

At Butler RV Center, ALL-IN means ALL-IN. No freight fees. No prep fees. You pay our price plus Pennsylvania state sales tax and state fees — that's it. Call 724-282-8600 for our out-the-door price on the Arctic Wolf 285OPT.

Butler RV Center's ALL-IN Includes:

  • Thorough certified technician pre-delivery inspection
  • PA state inspection
  • New deep cycle RV battery and battery box
  • Propane system check and tank fill
  • 1-hour RV orientation with a certified technician
  • Competitive financing options
  • $65 accessory store credit

Why Buy From Butler RV Center?

  • Family-owned and operated since 1992 — two generations of family ownership built on honesty, transparency, and genuine care for every customer
  • ALL-IN transparent pricing — no freight fees, no prep fees, no surprises. You pay our price plus state sales tax and state fees — period
  • Certified technician service — every unit is fully inspected and prepped before delivery so your first trip starts right
  • No-pressure sales experience — we're here to find the right fit, not hit a quota
  • We're here after the sale — our full-service department is committed to protecting your investment for years to come

Competitive Financing Available

Our team will work to get you the best rate and terms available. Call 724-282-8600 to get started.

The information on this page is provided for reference purposes and is based on manufacturer data available at the time of publication. Specifications, features, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice. Please ask your Butler RV Center sales consultant to verify all details prior to purchase.

MSRP
$82,774
SALE PRICE
$41,898
$792 / month
Estimated payment for 60 month loan, 9.49% APR, $4,190 down.
Savings $40,876
Stock # 903052
Year 2026
Make Forest River
Model Cherokee Arctic Wolf
Trim 285OPT
Condition NEW
Status AVAILABLE

Specifications

General
Category Class Fifth Wheel
Floor Plan Bunkhouse, Front Bedroom, Outdoor Kitchen
Sleeps 0
VIN 5ZT3CKUB9T0719200
Weights, Dimensions & Capacities
Options & Features
Construction, Safety & Power
Engine
Other Specifications
Width (IN/MM) 0
Length (FT/IN) 0' 0"
Interior Height (IN) 0

2026 Forest River Cherokee Arctic Wolf 285OPT — Two Bedrooms. One Flexible Fifth Wheel.

Front Queen Bedroom. Bunk Room OR Optional Rear Queen Bedroom. Kitchen Fireplace. Outside Kitchen. 20' Awning. 100W Solar Standard. Auto Leveling. 34'3".

Overview

The "OPT" says it all. The 2026 Forest River Cherokee Arctic Wolf 285OPT is the most versatile floor plan in the Arctic Wolf fifth wheel lineup — a 34'3" coach with a private front queen bedroom, center kitchen and living area, full bathroom, and a rear room that can be configured two ways: as a bunk room for families hauling kids, or as an optional second queen bedroom for grandparents, guests, or multi-couple travel. One fifth wheel, two completely different use cases. The center kitchen features an electric fireplace, hidden pantry/entertainment center, floating dinette, and full outside kitchen. Every 285OPT ships with three factory packages — the Elemental Protection Package, Limited Package, and full Standards — meaning 35,000 BTU furnace, armored underbelly, automatic leveling, 100W solar, tankless water heater, solid surface countertops, heated holding tanks, and PVC roof with lifetime warranty are all included standard. Come see the 285OPT at Butler RV Center and ask about the optional rear queen bedroom configuration.

Specs at a Glance

  • Exterior Length 34' 3"
  • Exterior Width 96"
  • Exterior Height 13' 1"
  • UVW 8,578 lbs
  • GVWR 10,585 lbs
  • CCC 2,007 lbs
  • Hitch Weight 1,570 lbs
  • Fresh Water 81 gallons
  • Gray Water 70 gallons
  • Black Water 35 gallons
  • Awning 20' 
  • Slideouts 1

The Floor Plan: Two Bedrooms, One Smart Design

The 285OPT moves front to back with a clear purpose. The front upper-level bedroom houses a queen bed on an elevated base with vertical lift for storage, a Super-Stor closet with full-depth hanging space, drawers, a shoe nook, and built-ins — all on the fifth wheel platform above the pin box. The main level opens into the living and kitchen area, anchored by the single slideout, fireplace, hidden pantry/entertainment center, floating dinette, and tri-fold sleeper sofa. The full bathroom sits mid-coach. The rear room is where the 285OPT earns its name: standard configuration delivers bunk beds with a flip-down dinette bunk and dedicated bunk room — but the optional rear queen bedroom converts that space into a true private second bedroom with a full queen bed, pleated shades, and its own wardrobe. Families who need the bunk room today and the guest bedroom tomorrow now have one rig that does both.

The Front Bedroom

  • 60" x 80" residential-style queen mattress
  • Vertical bed base lift — converts to seating area with additional storage beneath
  • Super-Stor bedroom closet with full-depth hanging space, drawers, shoe nook, and built-ins
  • Additional hanging closet
  • Individual reading lights at bed
  • USB, USB-C, and 110V outlets on both sides of the bed
  • Bedroom TV prep
  • Pleated shades

The Kitchen

  • 10 cu. ft. 12-volt residential-style refrigerator with travel lock
  • 21" range with steel-grated 3-burner cooktop and glass cover
  • Workstation kitchen farm-style sink with cup washer and multiple accessories
  • Spring spout kitchen faucet with pull-out sprayer
  • Solid surface kitchen countertops
  • Trash can storage and hidden drawer
  • Secondary pantry
  • Floating dinette table with drawer storage, free-standing chairs, and seating
  • Storage ottoman
  • High-capacity electric fireplace — 5,200 BTU
  • Hidden pantry/entertainment center
  • Central vacuum dustpan (accessories available aftermarket)

The Living Area

  • Single slideout — tri-fold sleeper sofa
  • Electric fireplace (5,200 BTU)
  • LED television
  • Fully adjustable slow-rise blackout roller shades
  • Super-Lumen lighting system with dimmer
  • 6'4" slide-out headroom
  • Carpetless floor design (including slides)
  • Pet-friendly Clean Sweep floor design (no heat vents)
  • Floating interior staircase with safety handle

The Bathroom

  • Glass shower door
  • Shower skylight
  • Porcelain toilet with water jet assist and foot flush
  • One-touch dimmable backlit bath mirror
  • Oversized multi-speed bath fan
  • Oversized bathroom attic fan for increased interior airflow
  • Space-saver sliding bathroom door

The Outside Kitchen

  • Full outside kitchen — standard on the 285OPT
  • Outside TV prep in pass-through storage
  • Secondary exterior outlet
  • Outside shower with hot and cold water
  • LP QuickConnect

Elemental Protection Package — Standard

  • 35,000 BTU high-efficiency furnace — best-in-class size
  • Armored underbelly tank enclosure with forced air heat
  • High-capacity electric fireplace (5,200 BTU)
  • Insulator Series wood roof and floor superstructure
  • Thermo-Control reflective safety glass windows
  • PVC roof membrane with heat reflectivity and lifetime warranty
  • 50-amp electrical service and detachable power cord
  • 15,000 BTU central air conditioning with Quick Cool
  • Upgraded laminated exterior walls with block foam insulation
  • Enclosed and heated utility compartment
  • 12-volt heat pads on all holding tanks
  • Oversized bathroom attic fan

Limited Package — Standard

  • 12-volt residential-style refrigerator with travel lock
  • Solid surface kitchen countertops
  • Super-Lumen lighting system with dimmer
  • Fully adjustable slow-rise blackout roller shades
  • Glass shower door
  • One-touch dimmable backlit bath mirror
  • 6'4" slide-out headroom (main level)
  • LED television
  • Automatic leveling and stabilization system — one-touch
  • Spring spout kitchen faucet with pull-out sprayer
  • Exterior steps with oversized landing and quick release
  • On-demand tankless hot water heater
  • 21" range with steel-grated 3-burner cooktop and glass cover
  • Workstation farm-style kitchen sink with cup washer and accessories
  • G-Glass entry door with friction hinge window and shade prep
  • Flush floor main slide design
  • Pet-friendly Clean Sweep floor design (no heat vents)
  • Juice Pack — 100W solar panel, battery disconnect, battery, voltmeter, 30-amp solar charger
  • Carpetless floor design (including slides)
  • Floating interior staircase with safety handle

Why the Arctic Wolf 285OPT?

Most fifth wheels force a choice: buy the bunkhouse for the kids or the second bedroom for guests. The 285OPT removes that constraint entirely. It's the only floor plan in the Arctic Wolf lineup that lets you configure the rear room either way — and it does it in a 34-foot coach that still carries the full Elemental Protection and Limited Package feature sets standard. Outside kitchen, fireplace, auto leveling, tankless water heater, 100W solar, armored underbelly, and heated holding tanks all come with every unit. Whether you're traveling with family now and entertaining guests later, or shopping for one rig that works across multiple phases of camping life, the 285OPT is worth a close look. Come see it at Butler RV Center — we'll walk you through both room configurations in person.

What You See Is What You Pay — Butler's ALL-IN Pricing

At Butler RV Center, ALL-IN means ALL-IN. No freight fees. No prep fees. You pay our price plus Pennsylvania state sales tax and state fees — that's it. Call 724-282-8600 for our out-the-door price on the Arctic Wolf 285OPT.

Butler RV Center's ALL-IN Includes:

  • Thorough certified technician pre-delivery inspection
  • PA state inspection
  • New deep cycle RV battery and battery box
  • Propane system check and tank fill
  • 1-hour RV orientation with a certified technician
  • Competitive financing options
  • $65 accessory store credit

Why Buy From Butler RV Center?

  • Family-owned and operated since 1992 — two generations of family ownership built on honesty, transparency, and genuine care for every customer
  • ALL-IN transparent pricing — no freight fees, no prep fees, no surprises. You pay our price plus state sales tax and state fees — period
  • Certified technician service — every unit is fully inspected and prepped before delivery so your first trip starts right
  • No-pressure sales experience — we're here to find the right fit, not hit a quota
  • We're here after the sale — our full-service department is committed to protecting your investment for years to come

Competitive Financing Available

Our team will work to get you the best rate and terms available. Call 724-282-8600 to get started.

The information on this page is provided for reference purposes and is based on manufacturer data available at the time of publication. Specifications, features, pricing, and availability are subject to change without notice. Please ask your Butler RV Center sales consultant to verify all details prior to purchase.

*This is not an advertisement or offer of credit, must apply and quality for financing. Estimated payment may exclude taxes, title, and registration fees. Payment amount may differ based on cash due at signing, term, fees, special offers, and applicable tax rate. Please contact Butler RV Center for further information.

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