Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 26BHC vs Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Both Travel Trailer bunkhouses target families with similar dry weights and lengths, but they diverge sharply on equipment. The Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 26BHC measures 31 ft at 6,097 lb dry on a 7,600 lb GVWR with 839 lb tongue. It sleeps 8 in a bunkhouse layout with 45/42/42 gal tanks, no published shore amperage, no solar, and no slides documented.
The Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS runs 32.58 ft at 6,270 lb dry on a 7,900 lb GVWR with 755 lb tongue, includes 200W solar with solar prep, 50-amp shore service, king bed, theater seating, fireplace, four-season insulation, off-road package, and 52/71.5/39 gal tanks. It sleeps 10 with the king and bunkhouse. MSRP $32,678 vs $31,344, a $1,334 premium.
Directionally, the Dutchmen Colorado 26BHC is the lighter-tongue, bare-bones family bunkhouse, while the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS is the higher-sleep-count, fully equipped king-bed alternative with off-grid and four-season kit.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 26BHC | Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $31,344 | $32,678 |
| Length | 31' | 32'7" |
| Dry weight | 6,097 lbs | 6,270 lbs |
| GVWR | 7,600 lbs | 7,900 lbs |
| Sleeps | 8 | 10 |
| Slides | — | — |
| Fresh tank | 45 gal | 52 gal |
| Grey tank | 42 gal | 71.5 gal |
| Black tank | 42 gal | 39 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 26BHC wins
- 6,097 lb dry weight is 173 lb lighter than the Colt 27BPS
- 839 lb tongue is heavier than Colt's 755 lb but compensated by overall lighter weight
- 31 ft length is 1.6 ft shorter for tighter parking
- 42 gal black tank matches Colt's at 39 gal (slightly larger)
- $31,344 MSRP undercuts the Colt 27BPS by $1,334
Where Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS wins
- Sleeps 10 vs 8 with king bed plus bunkhouse
- 200W solar, 50-amp service, fireplace, theater seating standard
- Four-season insulation and off-road package wired in
- 52 gal fresh tank vs 45 gal extends dry-camping
- 755 lb tongue weight is 84 lb lighter for hitch loading
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 26BHC if…
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado 26BHC if you have a family of 5-8 and want the basic bunkhouse layout with documented 45/42/42 gal tanks at a $1,334 lower price. The 6,097 lb dry weight is lighter than the Colt 27BPS, and the 7,600 lb GVWR with 1,503 lb cargo capacity covers most family loads. Trade-off: no solar, no king bed, no four-season, no off-road, so build the kit aftermarket if needed.
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS if you want a king bed, factory solar, 50-amp service, fireplace, theater seating, four-season insulation, and off-road suspension all standard at $1,334 more. The Colt sleeps 10 vs 8, which means more bunkhouse capacity for visiting cousins or weekend friends, and the four-season package enables shoulder-season trips. The 755 lb tongue is 84 lb lighter for hitch loading. Best for buyers wanting a fully equipped king-bed family coach.
Frequently asked
Which sleeps more?
The Colt 27BPS sleeps 10 with king bed plus bunkhouse. The Colorado 26BHC sleeps 8 with bunkhouse plus convertible spaces.
Can either go four-season camping?
The Colt 27BPS is rated four-season with documented insulation. The Colorado 26BHC is not four-season rated.
Is the Colt 27BPS worth the $1,334 premium?
The 200W solar alone retails for $1,500-2,500 installed aftermarket. Adding 50-amp service, king bed upgrade, fireplace, theater seating, four-season insulation, and off-road suspension on the Colorado 26BHC would exceed $5,000. The Colt 27BPS is the better value if those features matter.