Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 17RBC vs Highland Ridge Colt 17QB
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 entry-level ultralight 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 17QB is a 21.42-ft Travel Trailer at 3,065 lb dry, 3,995 lb GVWR, sleeping 4 in a king + bunkhouse layout with 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 17QB is the loaded ultralight - king bed, four-season, fireplace, solar, theater - for $394 less. The Colorado 17RBC offers larger 28 gal grey/black tanks vs the Colt's 19.9 gal. Verdict: pick the Colorado 17RBC for larger holding tanks at sub-$17K, the Colt 17QB for nearly the same price with serious features.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 17RBC | Highland Ridge Colt 17QB | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $16,737 | $16,343 |
| Length | 21'7" | 21'5" |
| Dry weight | 3,033 lbs | 3,065 lbs |
| GVWR | 4,400 lbs | 3,995 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 4 |
| 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
- Larger 28 gal grey and 28 gal black tanks vs 19.9 each
- 405 lb higher GVWR (4,400 vs 3,995)
- 1,367 lb cargo capacity vs 930 lb in Colt
- Simpler trim faster for first-time owners
- Higher overall payload headroom
Where Highland Ridge Colt 17QB wins
- $394 less expensive at $16,343
- 200W solar standard - Colorado no solar
- King bed plus bunkhouse vs unspecified Colorado layout
- Four-season package and off-road suspension
- Fireplace, theater seating, 50-amp shore
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 17RBC if…
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado 17RBC if cargo capacity and holding-tank size matter more than features in this sub-22-ft ultralight category. The 28 gal grey and 28 gal black tanks support longer between-dump-stop trips than the Colt's 19.9 gal, and the 1,367 lb cargo capacity provides genuine payload headroom for gear. At $16,737 the Colorado 17RBC is the value pick for couples who skip features and prioritize tank capacity.
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 17QB if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 17QB for $394 less and gain four-season insulation, off-road suspension, fireplace, theater seating, 200W solar, 50-amp shore, and king bed. The feature delta is roughly $2,000 of factory equipment - the Colt is the clearly better-equipped trailer at lower price. Most buyers should pick the Colt 17QB unless the Colorado's larger holding tanks specifically matter to your trip patterns.
Frequently asked
How does a king bed fit in 21.42 ft?
Tight - the Colt 17QB uses a side dinette/king bed conversion or a front bedroom king with the rest of the trailer being living space. The mattress is real king dimensions, but the trailer feels small around it. Two adults sleep comfortably; movement around the bed is limited.
Why such large cargo capacity difference?
Colorado 17RBC: 4,400 - 3,033 = 1,367 lb cargo. Colt 17QB: 3,995 - 3,065 = 930 lb. The Colorado's 1.5-ton-class axles and frame yield 437 lb more payload headroom - useful if you carry bikes, kayaks, or family gear.
Is four-season real at this trailer size?
Highland Ridge's four-season package adds heated/enclosed tanks and insulated floors. At 21.42 ft the trailer's small thermal mass loses heat fast; furnace runs more. Real four-season use requires propane discipline. Useful for shoulder seasons, not Minnesota January.