Highland Ridge Colt 18QB West vs Winnebago Access 15BH
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two entry-level Travel Trailer bunkhouse rigs both under 22.5 ft and $25,200. The Highland Ridge Colt 18QB West measures 22.1 ft and 3,250 lb dry on a 4,500 lb GVWR, with a king bed, 30 gal fresh tank, 200W solar prep, 50-amp service, off-road, four-season, theater seating, and fireplace, listed at $23,093. The Winnebago Access 15BH is 21.25 ft and 3,496 lb dry on a 5,100 lb GVWR with mixed beds, 49 gal fresh, full bath, bunkhouse layout, and 30-amp service for $25,130.
The Colt 18QB West stands out for its loaded feature set at the lowest price; the Access 15BH offers a larger fresh tank and the bigger GVWR for cargo. Verdict: pick the Highland Ridge Colt 18QB West for $2,037 savings, 50-amp service, and off-road/four-season construction; pick the Winnebago Access 15BH for 19 gal more fresh water and the Winnebago dealer network.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 18QB West | Winnebago Access 15BH | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $23,093 | $25,130 |
| Length | 22'1" | 21'3" |
| Dry weight | 3,250 lbs | 3,496 lbs |
| GVWR | 4,500 lbs | 5,100 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 5 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 30 gal | 49 gal |
| Grey tank | 19.9 gal | 40 gal |
| Black tank | 19.9 gal | 40 gal |
| LP | — | 9.5 gal |
| Solar | 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 | No |
Where Highland Ridge Colt 18QB West wins
- $2,037 lower MSRP ($23,093 vs $25,130)
- 246 lb lighter dry weight (3,250 vs 3,496)
- 50-amp shore power vs 30-amp
- Off-road and four-season rated factory
- King bed up front (Access uses mixed beds)
Where Winnebago Access 15BH wins
- 19 gal more fresh water (49 vs 30)
- 600 lb higher GVWR (5,100 vs 4,500)
- Full bath confirmed in spec
- Sleeps 5 vs 4
- Solar prep + 30-amp standard
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 18QB West if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 18QB West if you want maximum equipment per dollar in a small Travel Trailer. The 50-amp service, off-road running gear, four-season insulation, fireplace, and theater seating are normally found on $35K-plus rigs, packaged here under $24K. The king bed up front is a real bedroom rather than a queen-on-the-axle. The 30 gal fresh tank is the obvious limit for boondocking. Best fit: budget-tight buyers towing with a midsize SUV or half-ton who value upscale features over tank capacity and want off-road readiness at the lowest price.
Pick the Winnebago Access 15BH if…
Pick the Winnebago Access 15BH if you want a 19 gal larger fresh tank for dry-camping autonomy and Winnebago dealer support across the country. The Access 15BH at 3,496 lb dry on a 5,100 lb GVWR carries more cargo than the Colt's 4,500 lb GVWR allows, and the sleeps-5 mixed-bed layout fits more configurations. The full-bath rating is confirmed in spec while the Colt's bath details are not listed. Best fit: small-family campers who prioritize fresh water, cargo headroom, and Winnebago brand service over off-road rating, willing to pay the $2,037 upscale.
Frequently asked
Which one is cheaper?
The Highland Ridge Colt 18QB West at $23,093 is $2,037 cheaper than the Winnebago Access 15BH at $25,130.
Does either have a king bed?
The Colt 18QB West has a king bed; the Access 15BH uses mixed beds (typically queen + bunks).
Which has more fresh water?
The Access 15BH at 49 gal has 19 gal more fresh water than the Colt 18QB West at 30 gal.