Cruiser RV Avenir A-24RB vs Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 26RLC
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two 2026 Travel Trailers under $33K, distinct identities. The Cruiser RV Avenir A-24RB is 28.75 ft, 96.5 in wide, 11.17 ft tall, 80 in interior height, 5,920 lbs dry, 7,626 lb GVWR with 1,674 lb cargo, 626 lb tongue, 1 slide, queen bed, 44/30/30 gal tanks, 9.4 gal LP, 50 W solar, fireplace, 30A shore power, sleeping 6, at $32,175. The Dutchmen Colorado 26RLC is 30.9 ft, 6,384 lbs dry, 8,800 lb GVWR with 2,416 lb cargo, 854 lb tongue, 45/42/42 gal tanks, sleeping 4, at $32,304.
The Dutchmen Colorado 26RLC takes longer length (+2.15 ft), bigger GVWR (+1,174 lb), more cargo capacity (+742 lb), and a much bigger 42 gal grey/black combination. The Cruiser RV Avenir A-24RB counters with the slide, queen bed, fireplace, 50 W of factory solar, Lux Lounge seating, and a lower 626 lb tongue weight.
Directional verdict: pick the Avenir A-24RB for the slide and fireplace; pick the Colorado 26RLC for cargo and tank capacity.
Side-by-side specs
| Cruiser RV Avenir A-24RB | Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 26RLC | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,175 | $32,304 |
| Length | 28'9" | 30'11" |
| Dry weight | 5,920 lbs | 6,384 lbs |
| GVWR | 7,626 lbs | 8,800 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 4 |
| Slides | 1 | — |
| Fresh tank | 44 gal | 45 gal |
| Grey tank | 30 gal | 42 gal |
| Black tank | 30 gal | 42 gal |
| LP | 9.4 gal | — |
| Solar | 50W | — |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | — |
| Bed | queen | — |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | No |
Where Cruiser RV Avenir A-24RB wins
- 1 slide expanding the living room
- Fireplace standard
- Queen bed with Lux Lounge seating
- 50 W solar from the factory
- Lower 626 lb tongue weight vs 854 lb
Where Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 26RLC wins
- Longer 30.9 ft floorplan
- 8,800 lb GVWR vs 7,626 lb
- 2,416 lb cargo capacity vs 1,674 lb (742 lb more)
- 45 gal fresh, 42 gal grey, 42 gal black
- Bigger 42 gal black tank vs 30 gal
Pick the Cruiser RV Avenir A-24RB if…
Pick the Cruiser RV Avenir A-24RB if you want a 28.75 ft rear-bath Travel Trailer with a slide, a fireplace, Lux Lounge seating, a queen bed up front, and 50 W of factory solar at the lowest sticker. The 5,920 lb dry weight and 626 lb tongue keep towing in mid-size SUV territory, the 30,000 BTU furnace and dual ducted A/C handle most weather, and the $32,175 MSRP is $129 below the Dutchmen. Best for couples or small families who weekend and value the slide, fireplace, and bed comfort.
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 26RLC if…
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado 26RLC if you want the longer 30.9 ft footprint, the bigger 8,800 lb GVWR with 2,416 lb of cargo capacity, and the larger 42 gal grey/42 gal black tank combination for longer stays between dumps. The 6,384 lb dry weight and 854 lb tongue pull comfortably behind a half-ton, and the $32,304 MSRP is roughly the same as the Avenir. Best for couples who prioritize tank capacity, cargo headroom, and pass-through storage over the slide and fireplace.
Frequently asked
Which has more cargo capacity?
The Dutchmen Colorado 26RLC has 2,416 lbs of cargo vs 1,674 lbs on the Avenir A-24RB, a 742 lb advantage.
Which has a slide?
Only the Cruiser Avenir A-24RB has a slide. The Colorado 26RLC does not list a slide.
How do tongue weights compare?
The Avenir A-24RB has a 626 lb tongue vs 854 lb on the Colorado 26RLC, a 228 lb difference at the hitch.