Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 13FBC vs Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
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Quick verdict
Two ultralight Travel Trailer entries land within $125 but ship different feature sets. The Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC is 16 ft, 2,808 lb dry, sleeps 4, $20,368, with no slide, no solar, no bunkhouse, single-axle. The Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL is 21.25 ft, 2,885 lb dry, sleeps 6, $20,243, with full bath, bunkhouse, mixed bed config, residential fridge, 200W solar, and solar prep.
The Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL is $125 cheaper, only 77 lb heavier, sleeps two more (6 vs 4), and stacks bunkhouse, full bath, and solar. The Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC is 5.25 ft shorter, has a 1,292-lb cargo cap vs 865 (427-lb advantage), and a 42-gal black tank vs 20.
Verdict: pick the Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL for sleeping six with bunks and a full bath at $20,243. Pick the Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC only if the 16-ft length, more black-tank capacity, or 1,292-lb cargo capacity specifically matters.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 13FBC | Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,368 | $20,243 |
| Length | 16' | 21'3" |
| Dry weight | 2,808 lbs | 2,885 lbs |
| GVWR | 4,100 lbs | 3,750 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 6 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 21 gal | 30 gal |
| Grey tank | 34 gal | 20 gal |
| Black tank | 42 gal | 20 gal |
| LP | — | 20 gal |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | — | mixed |
| 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
- 5.25 ft shorter footprint at 16 ft
- 1,292-lb cargo capacity vs 865 on Jayco
- 42-gal black tank vs 20 on the Jay Feather Air
- Single-axle simplicity for solo travelers
- Hitch weight 320 lb matches Jayco
Where Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL wins
- $125 cheaper at $20,243
- Sleeps 6 with bunkhouse
- Full bath layout standard
- 200W solar and solar prep included
- Residential 12V fridge replaces absorption
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 13FBC if…
Solo travelers and minimalist couples wanting a 16-ft single-axle Travel Trailer at the lowest cost. The Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC at $20,368 carries 1,292 lb of cargo and a 42-gal black tank, plenty for week-long trips. Skip it if you need a bath, solar, or sleeping for more than four.
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL if…
Families with kids who want bunks plus a full bath in a sub-3,000 lb trailer. The Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL at $20,243 packs sleeping for 6, residential 12V fridge, 200W solar, and a full bath at the lighter $20K entry. Best fit for weekend family camping with a half-ton or capable SUV.
Frequently asked
Which sleeps more people?
The Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL sleeps 6 with bunks. The Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC sleeps 4.
Which has a full bath?
Only the Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL has a full bath. The Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC's spec sheet does not confirm a full bath.
Which has more cargo capacity?
The Dutchmen Colorado 13FBC at 1,292 lb cargo edges the Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL at 865 lb by 427 pounds.