Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 17RBC vs Highland Ridge Colt 17BH
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These two Travel Trailers price within $394 of each other and target the ultralight sub-22-ft segment. The Dutchmen Colorado 17RBC is a 21.6-ft Travel Trailer at 3,033 lb dry, 4,400 lb GVWR, sleeping 4 with 21/28/28 gal tanks at $16,737. The Highland Ridge Colt 17BH is a 21.25-ft Travel Trailer at 3,010 lb dry, 3,950 lb GVWR, sleeping 6 with king + bunkhouse layout, 30/19.9/19.9 gal tanks, 200W solar, theater seating, fireplace, four-season package, off-road capability, and 50-amp shore at $16,343.
The Colt 17BH delivers sleeps-6 plus four-season, off-road, fireplace, solar, theater seating - for $394 less. The Colorado 17RBC offers larger 28 gal grey/black tanks for couples-only use. Verdict: pick the Colt 17BH for sleeps-6 family with serious features, the Colorado 17RBC for couples who want larger holding tanks.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 17RBC | Highland Ridge Colt 17BH | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $16,737 | $16,343 |
| Length | 21'7" | 21'3" |
| Dry weight | 3,033 lbs | 3,010 lbs |
| GVWR | 4,400 lbs | 3,950 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 6 |
| Slides | — | — |
| Fresh tank | 21 gal | 30 gal |
| Grey tank | 28 gal | 19.9 gal |
| Black tank | 28 gal | 19.9 gal |
| LP | — | — |
| 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 Colorado Travel Trailer 17RBC wins
- Sleeps 4 with rear-bath layout for couples plus kids
- Larger 28 gal grey and 28 gal black tanks vs 19.9 each
- 450 lb higher GVWR (4,400 vs 3,950) with cargo headroom
- 1,367 lb cargo capacity vs 940 lb in Colt
- Simpler trim for first-time owners
Where Highland Ridge Colt 17BH wins
- Sleeps 6 vs 4 - bunkhouse for kids
- $394 less expensive at $16,343
- King bed plus bunkhouse layout
- 200W solar, fireplace, theater seating standard
- Four-season package and off-road suspension
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 17RBC if…
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado 17RBC if you are a couple plus occasional weekend kid-guest who wants the largest holding tanks at this length. The 28 gal grey and 28 gal black tanks support 5-7 day stays for two adults, and the 1,367 lb cargo capacity carries serious gear loads. At $16,737 the Colorado 17RBC is the couples-grade ultralight with tank capacity for longer stays.
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 17BH if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 17BH for $394 less and gain sleeps-6 capacity, four-season insulation, off-road suspension, fireplace, theater seating, 200W solar, and 50-amp shore. The sleep-count delta plus features is genuinely better for families. The Colt 17BH suits buyers who occasionally bring kids or grandkids and want a feature-loaded ultralight.
Frequently asked
How does the Colt fit sleeps-6 in 21.25 ft?
King bed (2) + bunkhouse (2 bunks for kids) + dinette conversion (2) = 6. The bunkhouse and dinette are kid-sized; comfortable for short stays. Two adults plus four kids works for weekends, not week-plus.
Why is the Colorado's cargo so much higher?
Colorado 17RBC: 4,400 - 3,033 = 1,367 lb cargo. Colt 17BH: 3,950 - 3,010 = 940 lb. The Colorado's 450 lb higher GVWR and slightly heavier axles deliver 427 lb more payload - useful for bikes, kayaks, and family gear loads.
Is the Colt's off-road useful at 21 ft?
Yes for graded gravel and forest service roads. The Colt's slightly higher ground clearance and reinforced suspension allow access to dispersed campsites the Colorado may bottom out on. Not rock-crawler grade.