Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 17RBC vs Highland Ridge Colt 17BH West
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both sub-22-foot Travel Trailers target small-SUV and mid-size truck towers with featherweight tongue loads, but they take very different equipment approaches. The Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 17RBC measures 21.6 ft at 3,033 lb dry on a 4,400 lb GVWR with 400 lb tongue, sleeps 4 with rear-bath layout, 21 gal fresh, 28/28 gal grey/black, no shore amperage published, and no solar. MSRP $16,737.
The Highland Ridge Colt 17BH West runs 21.25 ft at 3,010 lb dry on a 3,950 lb GVWR with 310 lb tongue, sleeps 6 with bunkhouse plus king bed, includes 30 gal fresh, 19.9/19.9 gal grey/black, 200W solar, 50-amp shore service, theater seating, fireplace, four-season insulation, and off-road package. MSRP $17,843 vs $16,737, a $1,106 spread.
Directionally, the Dutchmen Colorado 17RBC is the higher-payload basic rear-bath couples coach, while the Highland Ridge Colt 17BH West is the loaded six-sleep king-bed family trailer with off-grid and four-season kit standard.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 17RBC | Highland Ridge Colt 17BH West | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $16,737 | $17,843 |
| 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
- 1,367 lb cargo capacity is 427 lb above the Colt 17BH's 940 lb
- 4,400 lb GVWR vs 3,950 lb adds 450 lb of loaded headroom
- 28 gal grey and black tanks each vs 19.9 gal on the Colt 17BH
- $16,737 MSRP comes in $1,106 below the Colt 17BH West
- Rear-bath layout simplifies daily access vs bunkhouse on the Colt
Where Highland Ridge Colt 17BH West wins
- Sleeps 6 vs 4 with king bed plus bunkhouse layout
- 200W solar, 50-amp service, fireplace, theater seating standard
- Four-season insulation and off-road package wired in
- 30 gal fresh tank vs 21 gal extends dry-camping by 43%
- 310 lb tongue weight is 90 lb lighter for hitch loading
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 17RBC if…
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado 17RBC if you tow with a smaller SUV and need the higher 1,367 lb cargo capacity and 28 gal grey/black tanks for extended full-hookup couples camping. The 3,033 lb dry weight and 400 lb tongue suit mid-size SUVs in the 5,000 lb tow class, and the rear-bath layout for two adults plus one keeps daily routines simple. Trade-off: no solar, no king, no four-season, no off-road kit. Plan aftermarket if needed.
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 17BH West if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 17BH West if you want a king bed, factory solar, 50-amp service, fireplace, theater seating, four-season insulation, and off-road package included at $1,106 more. The 6-sleep bunkhouse layout adds capacity for the kids, the lighter 310 lb tongue eases hitch loading, and the four-season construction enables shoulder-season trips. Best fit for buyers who want a fully equipped small trailer over maximum cargo payload.
Frequently asked
Which sleeps more?
The Colt 17BH West sleeps 6 with king bed plus bunkhouse. The Colorado 17RBC sleeps 4 with a rear-bath layout.
What's the cargo difference?
The Colorado 17RBC has 1,367 lb cargo capacity, the Colt 17BH West has 940 lb. The Colorado offers 427 lb more payload for water, gear, and supplies.
Can either run dry-camping out of the box?
The Colt 17BH West has 200W solar and 50-amp service standard for modest off-grid use. The Colorado 17RBC has no solar listed and will need aftermarket installation for dry camping.