Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS vs Highland Ridge Range Lite 270DBL
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both bunkhouse Travel Trailer floorplans sleep up to 10 and target families towing with a 3/4-ton truck, but their off-grid kit and tank strategy go in opposite directions. The Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS weighs 7,148 lb dry on a 9,680 lb GVWR frame, runs 34.7 ft long, and carries 84/84 gal grey and black tanks against just 37 gal fresh, with 2,532 lb cargo capacity and 922 lb tongue weight.
The Highland Ridge Range Lite 270DBL comes in 600 lb lighter at 6,550 lb dry, runs 32.25 ft on an 8,200 lb GVWR, and pairs 55 gal fresh with 76/38 gal grey and black. The Range Lite adds 200W of solar, an 1,800W inverter, 50-amp shore service, a king bed, theater seating, and four-season insulation, while the Aspen Trail relies on a 30-amp system with no solar or inverter listed and runs 11.3 ft tall to the Range Lite's 10.92 ft.
Directionally, the Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS is the heavy-tank dump-station-friendly bunkhouse, while the Highland Ridge Range Lite 270DBL is the boondock-ready, lighter king-bed sibling with built-in solar and inverter power.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS | Highland Ridge Range Lite 270DBL | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $49,448 | $48,245 |
| Length | 34'8" | 32'3" |
| Dry weight | 7,148 lbs | 6,550 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,680 lbs | 8,200 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 10 |
| Slides | — | — |
| Fresh tank | 37 gal | 55 gal |
| Grey tank | 84 gal | 76 gal |
| Black tank | 84 gal | 38 gal |
| LP | — | — |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| Inverter | — | 1800W |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | — |
| Bed | — | king |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | No |
Where Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS wins
- 84 gal grey and 84 gal black tanks more than double the Range Lite's 38 gal black
- 2,532 lb published cargo capacity vs 1,650 lb on the Range Lite for gear-heavy families
- 9,680 lb GVWR ceiling outranks the Range Lite's 8,200 lb for larger payload swings
- $49,448 MSRP vs $48,245 sits within $1,203 despite extra GVWR headroom
- 11.3 ft total height vs 11.0 in cleaner tank routing
Where Highland Ridge Range Lite 270DBL wins
- 55 gal fresh tank vs 37 gal extends dry-camping endurance by nearly 50%
- 200W solar plus 1,800W inverter standard for off-grid power right off the lot
- 50-amp shore service vs unlisted on the Aspen Trail for dual-AC support
- True king bed, theater seating, and four-season package included
- 6,550 lb dry weight tows easier behind a half-ton at 600 lb lighter
Pick the Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS if…
Pick the Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS if your camping routine includes long full-hookup stays where 84 gal of grey-tank capacity matters more than solar, and you want a higher 9,680 lb GVWR so you can load bikes, kayaks, and full-water tanks without bumping a payload ceiling. The 2,532 lb cargo capacity gives families with two or three kids breathing room, and the price difference is under $1,300 against the Range Lite. Plan to add an aftermarket solar setup if you ever boondock.
Pick the Highland Ridge Range Lite 270DBL if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Range Lite 270DBL if you boondock or dry-camp regularly and want the 200W solar, 1,800W inverter, 50-amp service, and four-season package wired from the factory. The 55 gal fresh tank and 600 lb lower dry weight let you stretch a half-ton truck farther between fills and easier between hookups, and the king bed plus theater seating elevate the day-to-day experience without giving up the 10-sleep bunkhouse layout. Best fit for buyers who camp off-grid more than half the time.
Frequently asked
Which one is easier to tow with a half-ton truck?
The Range Lite 270DBL is the lighter pick at 6,550 lb dry and 8,200 lb GVWR with 845 lb tongue. The Aspen Trail 3020BHS at 7,148 lb dry, 9,680 lb GVWR, and 922 lb tongue typically asks for a 3/4-ton to stay clear of half-ton payload limits.
How long can each go dry-camping on fresh water?
The Range Lite carries 55 gal fresh versus 37 gal on the Aspen Trail. Add the Range Lite's 200W solar and 1,800W inverter and it can run a family of four for 4 to 6 days off-grid where the Aspen Trail is closer to 2 to 3 without aftermarket upgrades.
Do either include four-season insulation?
The Highland Ridge Range Lite 270DBL is rated four-season; the Dutchmen Aspen Trail 3020BHS is not. Plan around shoulder-season trips accordingly or budget for skirting and tank heaters on the Aspen Trail.