Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 162BH vs Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two Travel Trailer entries at virtually equal price but very different weight classes. The Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 162BH measures 21.1 ft and 3,455 lbs dry with a 5,460 lb GVWR and 365-lb tongue weight, sleeping five via bunkhouse plus dinette at $32,800. The Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS runs 27.08 ft and 5,340 lbs dry with a 6,900 lb GVWR and 565-lb tongue, sleeping six via bunkhouse plus king bed, plus 200W solar, 50-amp shore, theater seating, fireplace, four-season build, and off-road package at $32,993.
The Colt 22MDS is 5.98 ft longer and 1,885 lbs heavier for just $193 more. That extra weight buys substantial content the Kodiak 162BH lacks: solar, inverter prep, four-season build, king bed, fireplace, off-road tires, and 50-amp shore. Both target half-ton truck owners.
Verdict in the Travel Trailer market: pick the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 162BH for the lightest 21-ft bunkhouse at this price; pick the Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS for far more standard content in 6 ft more trailer at parity price.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 162BH | Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,800 | $32,993 |
| Length | 21'1" | 27'1" |
| Dry weight | 3,455 lbs | 5,340 lbs |
| GVWR | 5,460 lbs | 6,900 lbs |
| Sleeps | 5 | 6 |
| Slides | — | — |
| Fresh tank | 44 gal | 52 gal |
| Grey tank | 39 gal | 39 gal |
| Black tank | 28 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 Kodiak S-Series 162BH wins
- 1,885 lbs lighter dry weight (3,455 vs 5,340 lbs)
- 5.98 ft shorter overall (21.1 vs 27.08 ft) for tighter sites
- 200-lb lighter tongue weight (365 vs 565 lbs)
- Larger cargo capacity headroom (2,005 vs 1,560 lbs)
- Dutchmen national dealer footprint
Where Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS wins
- 200W solar standard (Kodiak 162BH: none)
- King bed itemized vs unspecified Kodiak bed
- Sleeps 6 vs Kodiak's 5
- 50-amp shore + four-season + off-road + fireplace
- $193 difference is negligible for the content gap
Pick the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 162BH if…
Half-ton truck families wanting the absolute lightest 21-ft bunkhouse trailer. The Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 162BH at 3,455 lbs dry and 365-lb tongue tows behind any midsize SUV with 5,000+ lb rating, simplifying tow vehicle requirements. Sleeps five via bunk plus dinette conversion at $32,800. Best for younger families with two kids who want easy towing and don't yet have a heavy pickup.
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS if…
Half-ton truck families wanting fully equipped four-season camping at parity price. The Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS adds 6 ft of length and 1,885 lbs but loads on 200W solar, king bed, fireplace, theater seating, four-season build, off-road package, and 50-amp shore for just $193 more than the Kodiak. The 565-lb tongue still fits half-ton ratings. Best for families who want one trailer that handles shoulder-season and dispersed camping with kids.
Frequently asked
Can a midsize SUV tow the Colt 22MDS?
Marginal. The 6,900 lb GVWR fits 7,500+ lb-rated SUVs (Ford Expedition, Chevy Tahoe, Toyota Sequoia). For mid-size like Pilot or 4Runner, the loaded weight pushes ratings.
Is the king bed in the Colt 22MDS really king-size?
In a 27-ft trailer the 'king' is typically a short king (76 in vs full 80 in). Verify dimensions at the dealer.
Why is the price so close for such different trailers?
Dutchmen prices the Kodiak low on bare content (no solar, no four-season, no king). Highland Ridge bundles more content into the base price; the Colt 22MDS has higher production cost absorbed in volume.