Montana 3610RL vs. Big Horn 3160 Elite

Seattle Lion wrote:

cgaskins wrote:
Thanks everyone for the input. We are now seriously considering the Heartland Big Country (sister to the Big Horn) model 3450TS. Going to look at some tomorrow morning. Two RV technicians that I really trust gave me some negative feedback on the Cardinals and are steering me to wards the Montanas and Big Horn/Big Country brands. I like what I can see of the Big Country so far (on the web). Can't wait to check one out in person tomorrow.

One thing to consider. Bighorns and Landmark (top of Heartland lines) are made in a separate plant that only produces 10 units a week. All of the others, including Big Country (also a Heartland luxury brand), are made in the other plant. This may or may not matter, but I figured that all other things being equal, I like the idea of just the two top of the line models in their own plant.

I went through the factory in 2011. At that time Landmark, Big Horn and Big Country all came off the same assembly line. I believe it is still this way today. They share many of the same components. Last I heard they have also dropped the TowMax tires and are now coming through with Sailun G rated tires. If you want Goodyear G614 tires, they are available from the factory as an option. A quick call to Heartland customer service could confirm this.

B.O.