Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH vs Winnebago Minnie Plus 26RBSS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
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Quick verdict
Two sub-$40K Travel Trailer options point at opposite families. The Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH is a 21.7-ft single-axle bunkhouse weighing 3,815 lb dry, listed at $38,648, designed to tow behind mid-size SUVs and sleep up to five with kid bunks. The Winnebago Minnie Plus 26RBSS stretches to 29.5 ft, 6,280 lb dry, with a slide, queen bedroom, full rear bath, and 50-amp service for $39,498.
The weight delta is 2,465 lb and the length gap is 7.8 ft, which means a different tow vehicle. The Kodiak's 510-lb hitch weight pairs with V6 SUVs and half-ton trucks easily; the Winnebago's 9,995-lb GVWR demands a properly rated half-ton. The Dutchmen Kodiak 170BH bunkhouse layout sleeps five but ships without slide, residential queen, or solar prep. The Winnebago Minnie Plus 26RBSS has solar prep, 50-amp shore, 69-gal grey, and rear bath but tops out at sleeps-4.
For families needing the bunks and a small tow vehicle, the Dutchmen Kodiak 170BH wins. For couples wanting a slide-out queen layout, rear bath, and the larger 69-gal grey tank, the Winnebago Minnie Plus 26RBSS is the buy at just $850 more.
Side-by-side specs
| Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH | Winnebago Minnie Plus 26RBSS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $38,648 | $39,498 |
| Length | 21'8" | 29'6" |
| Dry weight | 3,815 lbs | 6,280 lbs |
| GVWR | 5,500 lbs | 9,995 lbs |
| Sleeps | 5 | 4 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 44 gal | 50 gal |
| Grey tank | 39 gal | 69 gal |
| Black tank | 28 gal | 28 gal |
| LP | — | 9.5 gal |
| Solar | — | — |
| 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 | No |
Where Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH wins
- 2,465 lb lighter dry (3,815 vs 6,280)
- 510-lb hitch fits mid-size SUVs and crossovers
- Sleeps 5 with bunkhouse vs 4 in the Winnebago
- 21.7-ft length parks at any campground
- 1,685-lb cargo capacity (Winnebago does not list)
Where Winnebago Minnie Plus 26RBSS wins
- Queen bed and full rear bath
- Single slide-out expands living area
- 69-gal grey tank vs 39 gal on the Dutchmen
- 50-amp shore vs unspecified on the Kodiak
- Solar prep standard
Pick the Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH if…
Families with a mid-size SUV or half-ton who want bunks for the kids and a sub-4,000 lb dry trailer. The Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH at $38,648 and 510-lb tongue weight is the easiest of the pair to tow, store, and park. Sleeping five matters when two parents and three kids do weekend trips. Skip the Kodiak if you want a residential queen or a slide-out floorplan.
Pick the Winnebago Minnie Plus 26RBSS if…
Couples or empty-nesters with a half-ton truck who want a slide, rear bath, and queen bedroom in a tight footprint. The Winnebago Minnie Plus 26RBSS at $39,498 delivers a 29.5-ft trailer with 50-amp service, 69-gal grey, and a real bedroom. The $850 premium over the Kodiak is trivial against the layout upgrade for two-person use.
Frequently asked
Can a half-ton truck tow either?
Yes. The Dutchmen Kodiak 170BH at 3,815 lb dry tows behind half-tons or mid-size SUVs. The Winnebago Minnie Plus 26RBSS at 6,280 lb dry needs a properly rated half-ton with the right tow package.
Which sleeps more people?
The Dutchmen Kodiak S-Series 170BH sleeps 5 thanks to bunkhouse layout. The Winnebago Minnie Plus 26RBSS sleeps 4 with the queen layout.
Which has more freshwater capacity?
The Winnebago Minnie Plus 26RBSS carries 50 gallons fresh vs 44 on the Dutchmen Kodiak 170BH, a 6-gallon advantage.