Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS vs Highland Ridge Colt 33RLT
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both are bunkhouse Travel Trailers above 34 ft of length, but they target different lifestyles. The Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS measures 34.7 ft at 7,148 lb dry on a 9,680 lb GVWR with 922 lb tongue, ships with 37 gal fresh, 84/84 gal grey/black tanks, sleeps 10 with a bunkhouse layout, and lists $49,448 with no solar or shore amperage documented.
The Highland Ridge Colt 33RLT runs 37.83 ft at 8,705 lb dry on a 10,600 lb GVWR with 1,130 lb tongue. It sleeps 8 with king bed plus bunks, includes 200W solar with solar prep, 50-amp shore service, theater seating, fireplace, four-season insulation, off-road package, and 52/71.5/39 gal tanks. MSRP $48,293 vs $49,448, a $1,155 savings.
Directionally, the Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS is the higher-sleep-count shorter bunkhouse with thinner equipment, while the Highland Ridge Colt 33RLT is the longer four-season king-bed coach with off-road and solar standard at a lower sticker.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS | Highland Ridge Colt 33RLT | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $49,448 | $48,293 |
| Length | 34'8" | 37'10" |
| Dry weight | 7,148 lbs | 8,705 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,680 lbs | 10,600 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 8 |
| Slides | — | — |
| Fresh tank | 37 gal | 52 gal |
| Grey tank | 84 gal | 71.5 gal |
| Black tank | 84 gal | 39 gal |
| LP | — | 9.4 gal |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | — |
| Bed | — | king |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | Yes |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | No |
Where Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS wins
- Sleeps 10 vs 8 with the bunkhouse layout
- 34.7 ft length is 3.1 ft shorter for tighter parking
- 84 gal black tank vs 39 gal extends dump intervals significantly
- 9,680 lb GVWR keeps tow ratings under the Colt's 10,600 lb
- 922 lb tongue weight is 208 lb lighter than the Colt's 1,130 lb
Where Highland Ridge Colt 33RLT wins
- 200W solar plus 50-amp shore service standard from factory
- King bed plus bunkhouse vs unspecified bed config on Aspen Trail
- Four-season insulation, fireplace, and theater seating included
- Off-road package wired in for back-country trails
- $48,293 MSRP undercuts the Aspen Trail by $1,155
Pick the Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS if…
Pick the Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS if you have a large family or group needing 10 sleeping spots in a sub-35-foot trailer, and the 84 gal grey plus 84 gal black tanks handle long full-hookup stays without dump runs. The 922 lb tongue weight is more half-ton-friendly than the Colt's 1,130 lb, and the 34.7 ft length parks easier. Trade-off: no solar, no four-season, no king bed, no off-road kit. Plan aftermarket additions if any of those matter.
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 33RLT if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 33RLT if you want a king bed, factory 200W solar, 50-amp service, fireplace, theater seating, four-season insulation, and off-road suspension all included at a $1,155 lower sticker. The 37.83 ft length opens up a more comfortable rear lounge, and the four-season package and off-road kit enable shoulder-season and rougher-road trips. Best fit for buyers wanting an equipped king-bed coach over maximum sleep count.
Frequently asked
Which sleeps more?
The Aspen Trail 3020BHS sleeps 10, the Colt 33RLT sleeps 8. The Aspen Trail uses a bunkhouse with convertible spaces, the Colt has king bed plus bunks.
How do tongue weights compare for half-ton towing?
The Aspen Trail 3020BHS has 922 lb tongue, the Colt 33RLT has 1,130 lb. Both push into 3/4-ton territory when loaded with water and gear, but the Aspen Trail is the more half-ton-friendly of the two.
Is the Colt worth $1,155 less if you can tow it?
If you value the 200W solar, 50-amp service, king bed, fireplace, four-season insulation, and off-road package, yes. Those alone would add $5,000+ to the Aspen Trail aftermarket.