2026 Forest River Cardinal 36FUN 

2026 Forest River Cardinal 36FUN 

Cardinal is one of the oldest and most respected fifth wheel brands in the country, known for being Forest River's first full-profile luxury fifth wheel. The Cardinal design is crafted for all types of campers, whether you're on an extended stay, road-tripping from Montana to Florida, or enjoying a weekend close to home. Cardinal brings affordable luxury back to camping!

Features May Include: 

Kitchen

• 21" 2-in-1 Oven Range
• 30" OTR Microwave
• 16 Cu. Ft. 12V Refrigerator
• Residential Backsplash
• Hi-Top Standing Dinette w/ 4 Chairs
• High Rise Faucet w/ Pull-Down Sprayer
• Floor TCeiling Pantry (Most Models)
• Flip-Up Counter Ext. (Island Models)

Living Room 

• Carpet-Free Living Space
• 5,000 BTU Electric Fireplace
• Oversized Opening Windows
• Tri-Fold Sofa and/or Theater Seating
• 50" TV

Bathroom

• Foot Flush Toilet
• Walk-In Shower w/ Skylight
• Retractable Screen Shower Door
• Large Medicine Cabinet w/ Mirror

Bedroom

• 6' 5" Upper Deck Height
• King Size Bed – 66 x 80 (N/A 402BEDS)
• Gas Strut Assisted Bed Lift w/ Storage
• Washer/Dryer Prep
• TV Prep

Heating & Cooling

• 35,000 BTU Furnace
• 45,000 BTU 3 A/C System (Opt. 32LIVE & 33CHEF)
• 12V Heat Pads For Holding Tanks
• Heated & Enclosed Underbelly Armor (Sectioned Underbelly Panels)¿

Construction

• 4-Point Auto-Level
• Two Power Awnings (Most Models)
• Heavy Duty Slam Latch Baggage Doors
• 2" Towing Receiver w/ 4-Way Plug (Most Models)
• Sidewalls: 2" Vacuum Bonded, Aluminum Framed w/ High Density Block Foam Insulation
• Roof: 5" Arched Roof Rafters 16" On Center w/ Batten Insulation
• Floors: 5/8" Tongue & Groove Plywood w/ Batten Insulation
• Slide Box: 2" Laminated Aluminum Framed Sidewalls & Roof w/ 1" Wood Flooring
• Dual Roof Vents For Breathable Attic
• PVC Roof Membrane w/ Lifetime Warranty
• 2" Laminated Aluminum Framed Front Wall Anchors Sidewalls For Added Strength
• EGS Backing Strips In Sidewalls to Anchor Interior Cabinets
• Seamless Roto-Cast Holding Tanks
• One Piece Molded Fiberglass Front Cap w/ Batten Insulation
• 5" Aluminum Radius, Rolled From Roof to Sidewall
• Rooftop Solar Prep (for 200W Solar Panel)

Climate Package

• Vacuum Bonded, Welded Aluminum Structure
• High Efficiency 35,000 BTU Furnace
• 12V Tank Heaters
• 45,000 BTU 3 A/C System (N/A 32LIVE & 33CHEF)
• 60K BTU Tankless Water Heater
• Dual Roof Vents for Breathable Attic
• Electric Fireplace w/ Thermostat Control & Remote
• PVC Roof Membrane w/ Lifetime Warranty
• 4'x6' Sectioned Underbelly Armor
• 50 Amp Service
• Dual 20 lb. LP Tanks (Room For 30 lb.)
• Sidewalls: 2" High Density Block Foam Insulation
• Roof: Residential Fiberglass Insulation
• Floor: Residential Fiberglass Insulation w/ 5/8" Tongue & Groove Plywood

Expedition Package

• 4-Point Auto-Level
• 21" 2-in-1 Oven Range
• 30" OTR Microwave
• 16 Cu. Ft. 12V Refrigerator
• Residential Backsplash
• 60 Gallon Fresh Water Capacity
• Hi-Top Free Standing Dinette w/ 4 Chairs
• Designer Roller Shades
• Two Power Awnings (Most Models)
• Heavy Duty Slam Latch Baggage Doors
• Motion Lighting Throughout
• 2" Towing Receiver w/ 4-Way Plug (Most Models)
• RV King/Queen Size Bed(s)
• “Easy Clean” Floors
• Extra Wide Entry Door & Composite Entry Steps
• Flush Floor, Linoleum Galley Slide-Out
• Battery Disconnect Switch
• Tinted Windows
• Outdoor Shower
• LP Quick Connect

Options

• 3rd 13,500 BTU A/C (32LIVE & 33CHEF)
• 200W Solar Panel w/ 30 AMP Controller