Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 13FBC vs Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 15TBSL
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
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Quick verdict
Two tiny 2026 travel trailers at $20K, both under 18 feet, both single-axle, both meant for small tow vehicles. The Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC is 16 ft, 2,808 lb dry, 4,100 lb GVWR with 1,292 lb cargo capacity. Sleeps 4 with a 320 lb hitch weight. 21-gallon fresh tank.
The Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 15TBSL is 17.5 ft, 2,615 lb dry, 3,500 lb GVWR with 885 lb cargo capacity. Sleeps 2 in a couples layout with full bath, queen bed, residential 12V fridge, 200W solar with solar prep, 30-gallon fresh tank, and 20 gallons LP. Hitch weight is 230 lb.
The Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC is the heavier-payload, larger-sleeping ultralight. The Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 15TBSL is the lightest, lowest-hitch-weight option with solar and residential fridge. Pick by tow vehicle and sleeping needs.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 13FBC | Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 15TBSL | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,368 | $20,243 |
| Length | 16' | 17'6" |
| Dry weight | 2,808 lbs | 2,615 lbs |
| GVWR | 4,100 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 2 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 21 gal | 30 gal |
| Grey tank | 34 gal | 20 gal |
| Black tank | 42 gal | 30 gal |
| LP | — | 20 gal |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | — | queen |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | Yes |
Where Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 13FBC wins
- 407 lb more cargo capacity (1,292 vs 885 lb)
- Sleeps 4 vs 2 (two more spots)
- 600 lb higher GVWR (4,100 vs 3,500 lb)
- $272 more expensive — actually Colorado $20,640 vs Jay Feather Air SL $20,243; Colorado $397 more. Reframe: Jay Feather is $397 cheaper
- 42-gallon black tank vs 30 gallons (12 gal more)
Where Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 15TBSL wins
- 193 lb lighter dry weight (2,615 vs 2,808 lb)
- 90 lb lower hitch weight (230 vs 320 lb) — huge for SUVs
- 30-gallon fresh tank vs 21 gallons (9 gal more)
- 200W solar plus solar prep; the Colorado 13FBC has no solar
- Residential 12V fridge included
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 13FBC if…
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC if you need to sleep 4 in a sub-3,000 lb dry trailer. The 1,292 lb cargo capacity is generous for the size class. Sleeping 4 covers a small family with kids in convertible spaces. The 42-gallon black tank is unusual for a tiny trailer and supports longer trips between dumps. You give up factory solar, the residential fridge, and the lighter hitch. Best for a small family who'd otherwise need a bigger trailer to fit everyone.
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 15TBSL if…
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 15TBSL if you're a couple with a small tow vehicle and want the lightest, most-solar-equipped option. The 230 lb hitch weight is the kind of number that fits compact SUV tow packages. The 200W solar and residential 12V fridge support real off-grid stays. The 30-gallon fresh tank and 20 gallons of LP extend boondock range. Best for couples with a Subaru Outback, Toyota 4Runner, or similar smaller tow vehicle.
Frequently asked
What size tow vehicle do I need?
The Jay Feather Air SL 15TBSL at 230 lb hitch and 3,500 lb GVWR fits compact and mid-size SUVs with a tow package. The Colorado 13FBC at 320 lb hitch and 4,100 lb GVWR is a slightly more demanding tow.
Which sleeps more?
The Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC sleeps 4 via convertible furniture. The Jay Feather Air SL 15TBSL sleeps only 2 — it's a couples-only trailer.
Does either have solar?
Only the Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 15TBSL ships with 200W of factory solar. The Colorado 13FBC has no solar prep.