Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 29BHC vs Highland Ridge Colt 26RCS West
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These two Travel Trailers price within $117 of each other but the Colt delivers more loadout. The Dutchmen Colorado 29BHC is a 33.4-ft bunkhouse Travel Trailer at 6,572 lb dry, 8,800 lb GVWR, sleeping 4 with 45/42/42 gal tanks at $35,360. The Highland Ridge Colt 26RCS West is a 31.08-ft Travel Trailer at 6,065 lb dry, 7,900 lb GVWR, sleeping 6 with king + bunkhouse layout, 76/40/40 gal tanks, 200W solar, theater seating, fireplace, four-season package, off-road capability, and 50-amp shore at $35,243.
The Colorado 29BHC wins on length (33.4 vs 31.08 ft), higher GVWR (+900 lb), and slightly larger 42 gal grey/black tanks. The Colt 26RCS West wins on sleeps-6 vs sleeps-4, larger 76 gal fresh tank (+31 gal), king bed, four-season, off-road, fireplace, solar, theater, and 50-amp shore. Verdict: pick the Colorado 29BHC for longer footprint with higher GVWR, the Colt 26RCS West for nearly the same price with serious features.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 29BHC | Highland Ridge Colt 26RCS West | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,360 | $35,243 |
| Length | 33'5" | 31'1" |
| Dry weight | 6,572 lbs | 6,065 lbs |
| GVWR | 8,800 lbs | 7,900 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 6 |
| Slides | — | — |
| Fresh tank | 45 gal | 76 gal |
| Grey tank | 42 gal | 40 gal |
| Black tank | 42 gal | 40 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 29BHC wins
- 33.4 ft length vs 31.08 ft - more interior space
- 8,800 lb GVWR vs 7,900 lb - 900 lb more weight headroom
- 2,228 lb cargo capacity vs 2,860 lb (Colt actually wins here)
- Larger 42 gal grey and 42 gal black tanks
- Simpler trim faster for first-time owners
Where Highland Ridge Colt 26RCS West wins
- Sleeps 6 vs 4 with king plus bunkhouse
- 76 gal fresh vs 45 gal - 69% more boondock water
- 200W solar, fireplace, theater seating standard
- Four-season package and off-road suspension
- $117 less expensive at $35,243
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado Travel Trailer 29BHC if…
Pick the Dutchmen Colorado 29BHC if you specifically want a longer 33.4-ft footprint with higher GVWR headroom and the larger 42 gal grey/black tanks for hookup-park family use. The 8,800 lb GVWR provides 900 lb more weight margin than the Colt. At $35,360 the Colorado 29BHC is the longer-footprint family bunkhouse for buyers who use hookup parks and skip features.
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26RCS West if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26RCS West for $117 less and gain sleeps-6 capacity, 76 gal fresh tank (31 gal more), king bed, four-season insulation, off-road suspension, fireplace, theater seating, 200W solar, and 50-amp shore. The feature delta plus 2 more sleep positions and 632 lb more cargo headroom make this a clearly better trailer for active families at nearly identical price.
Frequently asked
Why does the Colt have more cargo despite lower GVWR?
Colt 26RCS West: 7,900 - 6,065 = 1,835 lb base cargo, but the spec sheet shows 2,860 lb - likely accounting for tank/option allowances. Colorado 29BHC: 8,800 - 6,572 = 2,228 lb. Verify final cargo at dealer build sheet.
Is the 76 gal fresh tank really useful?
Yes - 76 gal supports family-of-five boondocking for 3-5 days. The Colorado's 45 gal supports 2-3 days. For dispersed camping, the Colt's extra 31 gal is meaningful. For hookup parks, both refill instantly.
What does the 'West' designation mean?
Highland Ridge offers Colt models in East and West configurations - West typically includes western-region preferred options like 50-amp service, larger fresh tank, and off-road package as standard. The Colt 26RCS West is the better-equipped variant by design.