Highland Ridge Colt 18BH vs Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
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Quick verdict
These ultralight 2026 travel trailers serve small families looking for sub-3,500 lb dry weight. The Highland Ridge Colt 18BH is 22.25 ft long, weighs 3,270 lbs dry, lists at $21,593, and ships with a king bed, four-season insulation, off-road prep, fireplace, theater seating, and 2,830 lb cargo capacity. The Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL is 1 ft shorter at 21.25 ft, weighs 2,885 lbs dry, prices at $20,243 ($1,350 less), and includes a residential fridge, 200W solar with prep, and a mixed bed/bunks layout.
The Highland Ridge Colt 18BH's standout spec is the 2,830 lb cargo capacity, more than triple the Jayco's 865 lbs. The Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL trades cargo headroom for a 250 lb tongue weight (vs 290 lbs) and a residential fridge. Both share 30-gal fresh, ~20-gal grey/black, and 200W solar.
Verdict: pick the Highland Ridge Colt 18BH for off-road family weekends needing serious cargo capacity and a king bed; pick the Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL for the lightest possible bunkhouse pull with a residential fridge.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 18BH | Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $21,593 | $20,243 |
| Length | 22'3" | 21'3" |
| Dry weight | 3,270 lbs | 2,885 lbs |
| GVWR | 4,600 lbs | 3,750 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 6 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 30 gal | 30 gal |
| Grey tank | 19.9 gal | 20 gal |
| Black tank | 19.9 gal | 20 gal |
| LP | — | 20 gal |
| Solar | 200W | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | king | mixed |
| 4-season | Yes | No |
| Off-road | Yes | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | Yes |
Where Highland Ridge Colt 18BH wins
- 2,830 lb cargo cap vs 865 lbs (3.3x more)
- King bed in 22-ft trailer
- Four-season + off-road + fireplace
- 50-amp shore service
- Theater seating standard
Where Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL wins
- $1,350 less at MSRP ($20,243 vs $21,593)
- 385 lbs lighter dry weight
- 40 lbs lighter tongue weight (250 vs 290 lbs)
- Residential fridge standard
- 20 gal LP tank vs unspecified on Highland Ridge
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 18BH if…
Off-road families with a half-ton or capable mid-size truck who want a king bed in a sub-3,300 lb trailer should pick the Highland Ridge Colt 18BH. The 2,830 lb cargo capacity gives you headroom for camping gear, water, and kids' equipment that the Jayco's 865 lbs simply cannot match. Four-season insulation, off-road prep, and the fireplace handle shoulder-season trips on forest roads.
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL if…
Compact-SUV families towing for the first time should choose the Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL. The 2,885 lb dry weight slots under any 3,500 lb tow rating, the 250 lb tongue weight is gentle on hitches and rear suspensions, and the residential fridge keeps food cold without battery anxiety. At $20,243, it's the cheapest path to a 6-person bunkhouse with a real bath.
Frequently asked
Which can a small SUV tow?
Both fit under 3,500 lb dry weight. The Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL at 2,885 lbs has more margin under a 3,500 lb-rated SUV; the Highland Ridge Colt 18BH at 3,270 lbs is closer to the ceiling.
What's the cargo capacity difference?
The Highland Ridge Colt 18BH carries 2,830 lbs of cargo; the Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL carries 865 lbs. That's a 1,965 lb gap.
Does either have a residential fridge?
The Jayco Jay Feather Air SL 17BHSL ships with a residential fridge. The Highland Ridge Colt 18BH uses an RV-style fridge.