Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 13FBC vs Highland Ridge Range Lite 14LW
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
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Quick verdict
The Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC and Highland Ridge Range Lite 14LW are both featherweight single-axle travel trailers, but they target different buyers within the class. The Colorado 13FBC is 16 ft long at 2,808 lbs dry with a 4,100 lb GVWR, sleeps 4, and lists $20,368. The Range Lite 14LW stretches 1.5 ft longer at 17.5 ft but actually weighs 248 lbs less at 2,560 lbs dry, sleeps 2 in a king bed configuration, and lists $19,418, a $950 lower MSRP.
The Range Lite 14LW includes 200W factory solar, 1,800W inverter, 50-amp shore service, theater seating, four-season insulation, and bunkhouse layout despite the 2-person sleep rating. The Colorado 13FBC posts 1,292 lbs cargo cap and 320 lbs hitch weight, the lightest of the two at the ball. Both rigs are SUV-towable, with the Colorado better matched to compact SUVs and the Range Lite 14LW to midsize SUVs given the higher amperage.
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC for the lowest tongue weight and traditional 4-sleep layout. Pick the Highland Ridge Range Lite 14LW for the loaded feature stack and four-season build.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 13FBC | Highland Ridge Range Lite 14LW | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,368 | $19,418 |
| Length | 16' | 17'6" |
| Dry weight | 2,808 lbs | 2,560 lbs |
| GVWR | 4,100 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 2 |
| Slides | — | — |
| Fresh tank | 21 gal | 30 gal |
| Grey tank | 34 gal | 20 gal |
| Black tank | 42 gal | 30 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 Colorado Travel Trailer 13FBC wins
- 320 lb hitch weight for ultra-light tow
- Sleeps 4 vs 2
- 1,292 lbs cargo capacity
- Conventional layout for smaller SUVs
Where Highland Ridge Range Lite 14LW wins
- 248 lbs lighter dry (2,560 vs 2,808 lbs)
- $950 lower MSRP ($19,418 vs $20,368)
- 200W solar plus 1,800W inverter included
- Four-season insulation and 50-amp service
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 13FBC if…
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC if your tow vehicle is a compact SUV like a CR-V or RAV4 and you need to sleep 4 people. The 320 lb hitch weight is the lightest in its class, the 2,808 lb dry weight stays inside even modest 5,000 lb tow ratings, and the 1,292 lbs of cargo cap absorbs typical weekend gear. Best for first-time RV buyers with smaller tow vehicles.
Pick the Highland Ridge Range Lite 14LW if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Range Lite 14LW if you camp as a couple and value cold-weather capability plus off-grid features. The four-season insulation supports shoulder-season trips into freezing temps, the 1,800W inverter handles small appliances off shore power, and the 200W solar tops batteries during day stops. The $950 lower MSRP is icing. Best for couples chasing weather year-round.
Frequently asked
Which trailer can a compact SUV tow?
Both fit compact SUVs with 5,000 lb tow ratings. The Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC at 320 lbs hitch is the easier match. The Highland Ridge Range Lite 14LW at 220 lbs hitch is even lighter at the ball but weighs 248 lbs less overall.
Which sleeps more people?
The Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC sleeps 4, while the Highland Ridge Range Lite 14LW is rated for 2 people despite a bunkhouse layout. If you need 4 sleeps, the Colorado 13FBC is the only fit.
Does either include solar?
The Highland Ridge Range Lite 14LW includes 200W of roof solar plus an 1,800W inverter standard. The Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC does not list factory solar; adding it aftermarket runs $800-1,200.