Highland Ridge Colt 20DB West vs Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These 2026 travel trailers chase the family-bunkhouse market with different size profiles. The Highland Ridge Colt 20DB West is 24.5 ft long, weighs 4,260 lbs dry, lists at $27,743, and ships with an 84-gal fresh tank, 200W solar, 50-amp shore, four-season insulation, off-road prep, fireplace, theater seating, king bed, and 81-in interior ceiling. The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS is 4.92 ft longer at 29.42 ft, weighs 4,745 lbs dry, prices at $28,281 ($538 more), and adds a single slide, outdoor kitchen, bunks layout sleeping 10, 40-gal LP, solar prep, and 81-in interior ceiling.
The Colt 20DB West's 84-gallon fresh tank is the standout (vs Jayco's 52 gal); the Jay Flight SLX 245BHS counters with the slide-out and outdoor kitchen for parked-camp livability.
Verdict: pick the Highland Ridge Colt 20DB West for off-grid families wanting massive water and a king bed in a 25-ft package; pick the Jay Flight SLX 245BHS for hookup-park families wanting the slide and outdoor kitchen.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 20DB West | Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,743 | $28,281 |
| Length | 24'6" | 29'5" |
| Dry weight | 4,260 lbs | 4,745 lbs |
| GVWR | 6,000 lbs | 6,500 lbs |
| Sleeps | 8 | 10 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 84 gal | 52 gal |
| Grey tank | 40 gal | 39 gal |
| Black tank | 40 gal | 39 gal |
| LP | — | 40 gal |
| Solar | 200W | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | king | bunks |
| 4-season | Yes | No |
| Off-road | Yes | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | Yes |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | No |
Where Highland Ridge Colt 20DB West wins
- 84 gal fresh tank vs 52 gal (62% more)
- $538 less at MSRP ($27,743 vs $28,281)
- King bed + fireplace + theater seating
- Four-season + off-road prep
- 4.92 ft shorter overall (24.5 vs 29.42 ft)
Where Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS wins
- Single slide expands living area
- Outdoor kitchen included
- Sleeps 10 vs 8 (more bunk capacity)
- 40 gal LP tank for cold-weather heat
- Solar prep wiring on top of 200W panel
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 20DB West if…
Off-grid families with a half-ton truck or capable SUV wanting massive fresh-tank capacity and a king bed should pick the Highland Ridge Colt 20DB West. The 84-gallon fresh tank doubles dry-camp runway vs the Jayco, four-season pkg with off-road prep handles shoulder-season forest sites, fireplace adds evening warmth, and king bed gives parents privacy. 50-amp shore supports dual A/C demand, and at $27,743 it costs $538 less than the Jayco.
Pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS if…
Hookup-park families wanting a slide-out and outdoor kitchen for site cooking should choose the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS. The single slide opens the family living area, outdoor kitchen handles grilling, the dedicated bunks layout sleeps 10, and 40 gal LP supports winter heating. The 4.92 ft of extra length translates into more interior square footage when parked.
Frequently asked
How much fresh water does the Highland Ridge hold?
The Highland Ridge Colt 20DB West holds 84 gallons of fresh water vs the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS's 52 gallons. That's a 32-gallon advantage.
Which sleeps more?
The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS sleeps 10 (bunks layout). The Highland Ridge Colt 20DB West sleeps 8 (king + bunks).
Which has the outdoor kitchen?
The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS includes an outdoor kitchen. The Highland Ridge Colt 20DB West does not list one.