Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH vs Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
The 2026 Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH and 2026 Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL are both Travel Trailer floorplans, but they target different missions. At 21.7 ft, the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH runs 8.4 ft shorter than the 30.1-ft Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL. Dry weight separates them by 1,495 lb (3,815 vs 5,310).
The Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL sleeps 6 versus 5. Freshwater capacity gives the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL a 11-gal lead (55 vs 44 gal). The Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL ships with 200W of solar; the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH has no solar listed. Equipment-wise, Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL adds theater seating; Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL adds a residential fridge.
Pricing: $38,648 for the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH versus $37,943 for the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL, putting the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL $705 lower. The Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL carries the broader spec sheet for most Travel Trailer buyers.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH | Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $38,648 | $37,943 |
| Length | 21'8" | 30'1" |
| Dry weight | 3,815 lbs | 5,310 lbs |
| GVWR | 5,500 lbs | 6,800 lbs |
| Sleeps | 5 | 6 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 44 gal | 55 gal |
| Grey tank | 39 gal | 38 gal |
| Black tank | 28 gal | 38 gal |
| LP | — | 20 gal |
| Solar | — | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | — | queen |
| 4-season | No | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | Yes |
Where Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH wins
- Lighter at 3,815 lb dry vs 5,310 lb (1,495 lb savings)
- Shorter at 21.7 ft vs 30.1 ft (8.4 ft easier to park)
- Higher cargo capacity (1,685 lb vs 1,490 lb)
- Lighter hitch weight (510 lb vs 575 lb)
Where Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL wins
- Lower MSRP at $37,943 vs $38,648 ($705 less)
- Bigger freshwater tank (55 gal vs 44 gal)
- Larger black tank (38 gal vs 28 gal)
- Propane spec listed at 20 gal
- Factory 200W solar; no solar on the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH
Pick the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH if…
Families needing dedicated bunks should look at the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH, which builds the bunkhouse arrangement the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL skips. Smaller campsites and tighter storage favor the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH's 21.7-ft footprint over the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL's 30.1 ft. Buyers towing with a half-ton or mid-size SUV benefit from 3,815 lb dry, well under the 5,310 lb of the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL. The $38,648 MSRP runs above the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL's $37,943, so the spec advantages above need to justify the $705 step-up for you.
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL if…
Long-stay travelers wanting extra interior square footage get it from the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL's 30.1-ft layout (vs 21.7 ft on the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH). Owners who already have a three-quarter-ton tow rig can absorb the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL's 5,310 lb dry weight versus 3,815 lb on the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH. Off-grid days are easier with the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL's 200W of factory solar. Boondockers will use the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL's 55-gal fresh tank during stays away from hookups, more headroom than the 44-gal tank on the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH. Movie-night campers appreciate the theater seating standard on the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL.
Frequently asked
Which is lighter to tow, the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH or the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL?
The Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH is lighter at 3,815 lb dry vs 5,310 lb for the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL, a 1,495-lb difference. Hitch weights run 510 lb (Dutchmen) and 575 lb (Jayco).
Which holds more fresh water for boondocking?
Fresh tank is 44 gal on the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH and 55 gal on the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL. The Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL carries 11 more gal of fresh, plus 39/38 gal grey and 28/38 gal black between them.
What's the price difference between the 2026 Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH and Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL?
The Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL lists $705 less at MSRP ($38,648 for the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH vs $37,943 for the Jayco Jay Feather SL 25RLSL). Dealer discounts typically narrow that gap further.