Casita Heritage Deluxe 17 vs Winnebago Micro Minnie 1720FB
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These 2026 travel trailers compete for the small-trailer buyer but pursue different sleeping arrangements. The Casita Heritage Deluxe 17 is a 17-ft molded fiberglass trailer at 2,480 lbs dry, 3,500-lb GVWR, sleeps three with front bunk beds plus side convertible dinette, 16-gal fresh tank, 90Ah AGM battery, front wet bath, and a $33,999 MSRP. The Winnebago Micro Minnie 1720FB is a 20.42-ft conventional trailer at 3,755 lbs dry, 5,500-lb GVWR, sleeps three with a queen bed, full bath, four-season insulation, solar prep, and a $34,841 MSRP.
The Heritage Deluxe 17 is the Casita layout for parent-and-child travel: the front bunks (convertible to a sofa with storage) sleep up to three including a kid, and the molded fiberglass shell delivers Casita's signature 25+ year build life. The Micro Minnie 1720FB counters with a real queen bed instead of bunks, full bath, larger fresh tank, and four-season insulation.
For parent-child camping in a lightweight bunkhouse with molded fiberglass durability, the Heritage Deluxe 17. For queen-bed couples camping in a four-season compact, the Micro Minnie 1720FB.
Side-by-side specs
| Casita Heritage Deluxe 17 | Winnebago Micro Minnie 1720FB | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $33,999 | $34,841 |
| Length | 17' | 20'5" |
| Dry weight | 2,480 lbs | 3,755 lbs |
| GVWR | 3,500 lbs | 5,500 lbs |
| Sleeps | 3 | 3 |
| Slides | 0 | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 16 gal | 31 gal |
| Grey tank | 32 gal | 25 gal |
| Black tank | 15 gal | 25 gal |
| LP | — | 9.5 gal |
| Solar | — | — |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | front wet bath with shower, sink, toilet | full |
| Bed | front bunk beds; side convertible dinette | queen |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | No |
Where Casita Heritage Deluxe 17 wins
- 1,275 lbs lighter dry weight (2,480 vs 3,755 lbs)
- Front bunk beds for parent-child camping
- Molded fiberglass construction lasts 25+ years
- $842 lower MSRP ($33,999 vs $34,841)
- 1,020 lbs of cargo capacity
- Compact 17 ft length
Where Winnebago Micro Minnie 1720FB wins
- Dedicated queen bed (vs front bunks on the Casita)
- Full bath layout (vs front wet bath on the Casita)
- 15 more gallons of fresh water (31 vs 16)
- Four-season insulation
- Solar prep wiring
- 9.5-gal LP tank
- Higher 5,500-lb GVWR class
Pick the Casita Heritage Deluxe 17 if…
Pick the Casita Heritage Deluxe 17 if you are a solo parent or grandparent who camps with one or two kids and wants a lightweight molded fiberglass trailer with dedicated bunks. The front bunk layout (convertible to sofa with storage) handles two small kids without setting up a dinette, the 2,480-lb dry weight tows behind any crossover or small SUV, and the molded fiberglass shell will be on the road in 2050. At $33,999 the Heritage Deluxe 17 is one of the cheapest molded-fiberglass bunk layouts you can buy. Best for parent-child or grandparent-grandkid trips.
Pick the Winnebago Micro Minnie 1720FB if…
Pick the Winnebago Micro Minnie 1720FB if you want a permanent queen bed and full bath in a four-season compact. The 31-gal fresh tank doubles the Casita's off-grid water capacity, the full bath is roomier than a wet bath for daily showers, and the four-season insulation extends camping windows. The 3,755-lb dry weight needs a slightly larger tow vehicle but still fits behind 6,000-lb-rated SUVs. Best for couples who want their own bed every night without rearranging convertibles.
Frequently asked
Does the Casita Heritage Deluxe 17 have actual bunk beds?
Yes - the Heritage Deluxe 17 has front bunk beds that convert to a sofa with storage. The Micro Minnie 1720FB does not have bunks - it has a queen bed up front.
Which is lighter to tow?
The Heritage Deluxe 17 is 1,275 lbs lighter dry (2,480 vs 3,755 lbs) and tows behind smaller vehicles.
Which has better insulation?
The Micro Minnie 1720FB is rated four-season. The Heritage Deluxe 17 is not factory rated for four-season use.