Highland Ridge Colt 20DB vs Winnebago M-Series 2225MK
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two compact Travel Trailer rigs within $2,400 of each other. The Highland Ridge Colt 20DB is 24.6 ft and 4,315 lb dry on a 6,000 lb GVWR with king bed, bunks for 8 sleepers, 50-amp service, 200W solar prep, off-road, four-season, fireplace, and theater seating, listed at $25,493. The Winnebago M-Series 2225MK is 25.7 ft and 4,196 lb dry on the same 6,000 lb GVWR with queen bed, no slide, full bath, 200W solar, and 30-amp service for $27,860.
The Colt 20DB packs feature stack at lower price; the M-Series 2225MK offers Winnebago brand at a $2,367 upscale. Verdict: pick the Highland Ridge Colt 20DB for king bed plus off-road/four-season/fireplace at $25,493; pick the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK for half-ton-tow simplicity and brand support.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 20DB | Winnebago M-Series 2225MK | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,493 | $27,860 |
| Length | 24'7" | 25'8" |
| Dry weight | 4,315 lbs | 4,196 lbs |
| GVWR | 6,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 8 | 8 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 52 gal | 31 gal |
| Grey tank | 39 gal | 25 gal |
| Black tank | 39 gal | 25 gal |
| LP | — | 9.5 gal |
| Solar | 200W | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | king | queen |
| 4-season | Yes | No |
| Off-road | Yes | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | No |
Where Highland Ridge Colt 20DB wins
- $2,367 lower MSRP ($25,493 vs $27,860)
- King bed up front (vs queen)
- Sleeps 8 vs 8 (parity)
- 50-amp shore power vs 30-amp
- Off-road + four-season + fireplace
Where Winnebago M-Series 2225MK wins
- 119 lb lighter dry weight (4,196 vs 4,315)
- 200W factory solar installed (vs prep)
- Full bath confirmed
- Winnebago brand resale
- Multi-function dinette flexibility
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 20DB if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 20DB if you want maximum feature stack per dollar in a compact bunkhouse Travel Trailer. The king bed, 50-amp service, off-road and four-season ratings, plus fireplace and theater seating are normally $30K+ trailer features, packaged here at $25,493. Sleeping 8 via king plus bunks plus dinette handles family configurations. The 30 gal fresh tank (not listed but typical) is the obvious limit for boondocking. Best fit: budget-conscious family campers who tow with a midsize SUV or half-ton and want upscale features at entry pricing.
Pick the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK if…
Pick the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK if you want a slightly lighter Travel Trailer with factory 200W solar already installed and Winnebago brand support. The M-Series 2225MK's full bath confirmation, multi-function dinette flexibility, and queen bedroom support couples-plus-occasional-guests use. The 4,196 lb dry weight pulls behind midsize SUVs comfortably. The 30-amp service is the obvious step-down from the Colt's 50-amp. Best fit: campers who value Winnebago build and brand resale, prefer factory-installed solar over solar-prep, and accept the $2,367 upscale for simpler equipment.
Frequently asked
Which has the king bed?
The Highland Ridge Colt 20DB has a king bed. The Winnebago M-Series 2225MK has a queen bed.
Off-road or four-season?
The Colt 20DB is rated both off-road and four-season. The M-Series 2225MK has neither rating.
Solar installed or prepped?
The M-Series 2225MK has 200W of solar installed plus solar prep. The Colt 20DB has 200W solar listed but no prep label, indicating panel may be installed.