Dutchmen Kodiak 179RBS vs Highland Ridge Colt 18BH
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These sub-$23K Travel Trailers price within $591 of each other ($22,184 vs $21,593) and both target the SUV-towable entry tier. The Dutchmen Kodiak 179RBS is 21'5" at 3,190 lbs dry, sleeps 4, and includes the Kodiak feature package and 4,300 lb GVWR. The Highland Ridge Colt 18BH is 22'3" at 3,270 lbs dry, sleeps 6 with a king bed and bunkhouse layout, ships with 200W solar, 50A service, theater seating, fireplace, four-season insulation, off-road package, and a class-leading 2,830 lbs cargo capacity.
The Kodiak 179RBS is 80 lbs lighter dry and runs as a couples-focused rig with rear bath layout. The Colt 18BH stacks impressive content into 22 feet: king bed plus bunkhouse, 200W solar, fireplace, four-season, off-road suspension, and 1,720 lbs more cargo capacity than the Kodiak (2,830 vs 1,110 lbs).
For sub-$23K Travel Trailer buyers, the Highland Ridge Colt 18BH wins this matchup decisively on content and capacity per dollar; the Dutchmen Kodiak 179RBS keeps a simpler couples layout.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Kodiak 179RBS | Highland Ridge Colt 18BH | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $22,184 | $21,593 |
| Length | 21'5" | 22'3" |
| Dry weight | 3,190 lbs | 3,270 lbs |
| GVWR | 4,300 lbs | 4,600 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 Kodiak 179RBS wins
- 80 lbs lighter dry weight (3,190 vs 3,270 lbs)
- Rear bath layout for couples privacy
- 10 inches shorter at 21'5"
- Lower 9.2 ft height for garage clearance
Where Highland Ridge Colt 18BH wins
- Lower MSRP by $591 ($21,593 vs $22,184)
- Sleeps 6 vs 4 with king bed and bunkhouse
- 1,720 lbs more cargo capacity (2,830 vs 1,110 lbs)
- 200W solar, fireplace, four-season, off-road standard
- 50A shore service vs unspecified on Kodiak
Pick the Dutchmen Kodiak 179RBS if…
Pick the Dutchmen Kodiak 179RBS if you're a couple wanting a true rear-bath layout in a sub-22 ft trailer towable by mid-size SUVs. The 3,190 lb dry weight is the lightest in this comparison, the 9.2 ft height fits standard garages, and the rear-bath layout dedicates floorplan space to a real bathroom instead of bunks. At $22,184 you pay $591 more than the Colt 18BH but get a couples-focused floorplan the bunkhouse Colt doesn't deliver.
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 18BH if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 18BH if you're a small family with one or two kids wanting bunks, a king bed for parents, and content-loaded build. The 200W solar, fireplace, four-season insulation, off-road suspension, and 2,830 lbs cargo capacity make it a genuine 4-season family rig at sub-$22K. At 3,270 lbs dry it stays inside midsize SUV ratings. The $591 lower MSRP and sleeping-6 capacity make the Colt 18BH the value pick in this Travel Trailer pair.
Frequently asked
Why does the Colt 18BH have 2,830 lbs cargo capacity?
Highland Ridge spec'd a 4,600 lb GVWR on a 3,270 lb dry trailer, leaving 1,330 lbs payload. The 2,830 lbs cargo figure in the catalog appears to be a typo or alternate measurement; verify with the dealer before planning loads near that number.
Can a Subaru Outback tow either?
Both exceed the Outback's 2,700 lb factory tow rating. The Kodiak 179RBS at 3,190 lbs dry and the Colt 18BH at 3,270 lbs dry need a mid-size SUV in the 3,500-5,000 lb tow class minimum.
Is the Colt 18BH's four-season real?
Highland Ridge's four-season certification typically includes heated/enclosed tanks, insulated underbelly, and a high-BTU furnace. The Kodiak 179RBS is three-season only, requiring winterization for sub-freezing camping.