Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 26RLC vs Highland Ridge Colt 26RCS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These two Travel Trailers price within $196 of each other but the Colt 26RCS packs noticeably more loadout. The Dutchmen Colorado 26RLC is a 30.9-ft Travel Trailer at 6,384 lb dry, 8,800 lb GVWR, 2,416 lb cargo, 45/42/42 gal tanks, sleeps 4 at $32,304. The Highland Ridge Colt 26RCS is a 31.08-ft Travel Trailer at 6,175 lb dry, 7,900 lb GVWR, 2,200 lb cargo, sleeping 6 in a king + bunkhouse layout, with 52/39/39 gal tanks, 200W solar, theater seating, fireplace, four-season package, off-road capability, 50-amp shore service, and an $32,108 price.
For the Travel Trailer class at this length, the Colt 26RCS has a clear feature advantage - king bed, bunkhouse, fireplace, four-season, off-road - that the 26RLC's bare specs do not match. The Colorado 26RLC's only edges are 900 lb more GVWR and 216 lb more cargo capacity. Verdict: pick the Colt 26RCS for nearly the same price plus livability features, unless you specifically need the 26RLC's higher cargo headroom.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 26RLC | Highland Ridge Colt 26RCS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,304 | $32,108 |
| Length | 30'11" | 31'1" |
| Dry weight | 6,384 lbs | 6,175 lbs |
| GVWR | 8,800 lbs | 7,900 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 6 |
| Slides | — | — |
| Fresh tank | 45 gal | 52 gal |
| Grey tank | 42 gal | 39 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 26RLC wins
- 8,800 lb GVWR vs 7,900 lb - 900 lb more total weight headroom
- 2,416 lb cargo capacity vs 2,200 lb in the Colt
- Larger 45 gal fresh tank vs 52 gal but better grey/black on 26RLC (42/42)
- Lower interior height ceiling rumor not specified but simpler frame design
- Saves $196 to put toward weight-distribution hitch
Where Highland Ridge Colt 26RCS wins
- Sleeps 6 with king bed and bunkhouse vs 4 in the Colorado
- 200W solar standard and 50-amp shore - 26RLC has no solar
- Four-season package and off-road suspension standard
- Fireplace and theater seating standard
- 209 lb lighter dry weight (6,175 vs 6,384) eases tow
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 26RLC if…
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado 26RLC if you need a couples Travel Trailer with maximum cargo capacity at this length. The 2,416 lb payload accommodates serious gear loads - kayaks, bicycles, fishing equipment - that the Colt 26RCS gives up 216 lb against. The 8,800 lb GVWR provides headroom for a partial water load plus full cargo. At $32,304, the 26RLC is a no-frills couples trailer for those who skip bunks, fireplaces, and four-season features they will not use.
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26RCS if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26RCS for nearly every other use case. Families gain bunkhouse plus king bed for $196 less, four-season insulation extends shoulder-season camping, off-road tires reach unpaved sites, 200W solar charges house batteries during day-use, and the fireplace and theater seating add evening comfort. The 50-amp shore service supports two air conditioners in summer. The Colt 26RCS is the better Travel Trailer for most buyers at this price.
Frequently asked
Are these specifically comparable beds?
Colorado 26RLC bed config is not listed in the spec sheet but the model name 'RLC' typically denotes Rear Living couples layout with a queen. The Colt 26RCS has a king plus bunkhouse - more sleep positions in the same length.
Why does the Colt have less cargo with similar dry weight?
The Colt 26RCS has a 7,900 lb GVWR vs the 26RLC's 8,800 lb. Both load to dry around 6,200 lb, but the Colt's lower GVWR limits cargo to 2,200 lb. The Dutchmen's higher GVWR gives 216 lb more headroom.
Does the Colt 26RCS really do off-road?
It has off-road suspension and four-season package, suitable for graded gravel forest service roads. Not rated for true off-camber or rock-crawler use - reserve that for purpose-built off-road trailers like Black Series.