New 2026 Forest River RV Salem 280ZEN

Standard Features (2026)

 

New Features

• Retro/Metal Redesign
• 4K Blade Lighting
• JBL Speakers – Interior/Exterior
• 4K Awning Blade Lighting
• TFL Cabinet Doors
• Heavy Duty Cabinet Hinges
• Fold-Out Trash Can
• Versa-Range (N/A 27RE, 28VIEW & 32RET)
• Versa-Range Spice Rack (N/A 27RE, 28VIEW & 32RET)
• Stylish Backsplash Update
• Versa-Flex: Desk, Dinette & Chaise (Most Models)
• Lock & Groove Shiplap Islands (where applicable)
• Luminous Arched Radius Panels
• Expanded Kitchen Window
• Stylish Roller Shades
• Elegant Curtain Rods and Curtains
• Sleek Single Bowl Sink
• Pet Step in Bedroom
• Backlit Arched Radius Bathroom Mirror
• Revamped Bedroom Layout
• Enhanced Floating Shelves
• TFL Black Walnut Entertainment Shelf
• Pre-Installed TV Brackets (Living Area & Exterior)

Best in Class

• Versa Furniture
• Stow N Go Storage Solution
• MORryde™ StepAbove Triple Step (Entry Door) (N/A 36VBDS)
• TFL Cabinet Doors
• Roof Mount Solar Prep
• Adjustable Textured Roller Shades
• Backlit Radius Bathroom Mirror
• Built-In Laundry Hamper in Bedroom
• Back-Up Camera Prep
• JBL Stereo
• Flush Floor Slide-Out w/Marine Grade Flooring
• Exterior Accent Lighting
• Dimmable Interior LED “Blade Lighting” (Living Area)
• Heated & Enclosed Accessibelly
• LED “Blade Lighting” Under Awning
• 60K On-Demand Tankless Water Heater
• Outside Shower
• 5/8" Tongue & Groove Plywood Floor Decking
• Tufflex™ PVC Roofing
• Powder Coated I-Beam Frame
• 3/8" Roof Decking (Walk-On)
• Cambered Chassis
• Nitrogen Filled Tires
• 2" Wall Construction
• 16" (or less) on Center
• Aerodynamic Front Radius Profile
• .040 Smooth Aluminum Front Cap
• 5" Bowed Truss Roof Rafters
• 2" x 3" Floor Joists 12" on Center
• 13 Ply Cross Micro-Laminated Beam Header Above Slide-Out
• Seamless Holding Tanks
• Color Coded Water Lines

Options

• Platinum Package: Fiberglass Exterior, 200W Solar Panel w/30 AMP Controller (N/A 28DBUD)
• Spare Tire & Carrier
• Exterior Camp Kitchen (28DBUD Only)
• 15,000 BTU A/C IPO Standard 13,500 BTU
• 50 AMP Service w/Wire & Brace for 2nd A/C (Forced 28VIEW, 29VIEW & 32VERANDA)
• Washer/Dryer Prep (must check 50 Amp Service)(N/A 22ERAS, 22RBS, 29VBUD, 31KQBTS, 32BHDS & 36VBDS)
• 2nd 13.5k BTU Air Conditioner w/50 Amp Service
• Power Stabilizer Jack
• 200W Solar Panel w/30AMP Controller
• Dinette Booth IPO Versa Flex 27RE,27RK,32RET,33TS & 36VBDS
• U-Dinette Booth IPO Versa Flex 26DBUD, 26RBS, 28DBUD, 29BDB, 29VBUD, 31KQBTS & 32BHDS

See us for a complete list of features and available options!

All standard features and specifications are subject to change.

All warranty info is typically reserved for new units and is subject to specific terms and conditions. See us for more details.

Due to the current environment, our features and options are subject to change due to material availability. 

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