Dutchmen Kodiak 310FLSL vs Jayco Jay Feather 32RL
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two 2026 travel trailers near $58K, both around 35-36 feet, but with front-living vs rear-living layouts. The Dutchmen Kodiak 310FLSL is 35.9 ft, 6,850 lb dry, 9,680 lb GVWR with 2,830 lb cargo capacity. Sleeps 6 with a 920 lb hitch weight.
The Jayco Jay Feather 32RL is 35.5 ft, 7,400 lb dry, 9,300 lb GVWR with 1,900 lb cargo capacity. Sleeps 6 with slide, queen bedroom, outdoor kitchen, residential 12V fridge, theater seating, 200W solar, Climate Shield insulation, and 13,500 BTU A/C. Hitch weight 930 lb.
The Dutchmen Kodiak 310FLSL is the front-living layout with class-leading cargo. The Jayco Jay Feather 32RL is the rear-living layout with the bundled appliance package. Both sleep 6 and fit a half-ton tow vehicle.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Kodiak 310FLSL | Jayco Jay Feather 32RL | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $58,999 | $56,100 |
| Length | 35'11" | 35'6" |
| Dry weight | 6,850 lbs | 7,400 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,680 lbs | 9,300 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 6 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 44 gal | 55 gal |
| Grey tank | 78 gal | 71 gal |
| Black tank | 28 gal | 30.5 gal |
| LP | — | 40 gal |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | — | queen |
| 4-season | No | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | Yes |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | Yes |
Where Dutchmen Kodiak 310FLSL wins
- 550 lb lighter dry weight (6,850 vs 7,400 lb)
- 930 lb more cargo capacity (2,830 vs 1,900 lb)
- 380 lb higher GVWR (9,680 vs 9,300 lb)
- 10 lb lower hitch weight (920 vs 930 lb) — essentially even
- $2,899 more expensive at $58,999 — wait, Jayco $56,100 vs Kodiak $58,999; Kodiak premium $2,899. Reframe: Jay Feather 32RL is $2,899 cheaper
Where Jayco Jay Feather 32RL wins
- $2,899 cheaper at $56,100 MSRP
- 200W solar plus solar prep; the Kodiak 310FLSL has no factory solar
- Outdoor kitchen, residential 12V fridge, theater seating standard
- Climate Shield insulation rated for 0-100F shoulder seasons
- 13,500 BTU A/C for hot summer days
Pick the Dutchmen Kodiak 310FLSL if…
Pick the Dutchmen Kodiak 310FLSL if you want a front-living layout with class-leading cargo capacity. The 2,830 lb cargo headroom is the kind of number that handles full propane, water, bikes, generator, and gear without flirting with GVWR. The front-living arrangement creates a lounge up front behind the hitch with the bedroom at the rear. You give up factory solar, the outdoor kitchen, the residential fridge, theater seating, and Climate Shield insulation. Best for couples who prefer the front-living layout and load heavy.
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather 32RL if…
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather 32RL if you want the rear-living layout, the appliance package, and $2,899 in savings. The 200W solar, outdoor kitchen, residential fridge, theater seating, Climate Shield insulation, and 13,500 BTU A/C cover the upgrade list. The rear-lounge with theater seating is the social hub. Sleeping 6 covers occasional guests. Best for adult couples who prefer rear-living layouts and want the bundled feature set.
Frequently asked
What's the difference between front-living and rear-living?
The Kodiak 310FLSL puts the lounge area up front behind the hitch with the bedroom at the rear. The Jay Feather 32RL is the opposite — queen bedroom up front, lounge with theater seating at the rear.
How does cargo capacity compare?
The Kodiak 310FLSL at 2,830 lb cargo is 930 lb more than the Jay Feather 32RL's 1,900 lb. The Dutchmen wins clearly on load headroom.
Which has factory solar?
Only the Jayco Jay Feather 32RL ships with 200W of factory solar plus a solar-prep harness. The Dutchmen Kodiak 310FLSL has no factory solar.