Highland Ridge Colt 21QB vs Winnebago M-Series 2225MK
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
The 2026 Highland Ridge Colt 21QB and 2026 Winnebago M-Series 2225MK are both Travel Trailer floorplans, but they target different missions. Both sit near 25.7-25.7 ft on the tape. Dry weight separates them by 234 lb (4,430 vs 4,196).
The Winnebago M-Series 2225MK sleeps 8 versus 6. Freshwater capacity gives the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB a 21-gal lead (52 vs 31 gal). Grey-tank holding favors the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB by 14 gal. Equipment-wise, Highland Ridge Colt 21QB adds theater seating; Highland Ridge Colt 21QB adds a fireplace; Highland Ridge Colt 21QB adds four-season package.
Pricing: $25,793 for the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB versus $27,860 for the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK, putting the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB $2,067 lower. The pick comes down to layout priority rather than overall spec advantage. Both rigs share a 6,000 lb GVWR, leaving 1,570 lb cargo on the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB and unlisted on the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 21QB | Winnebago M-Series 2225MK | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,793 | $27,860 |
| Length | 25'8" | 25'8" |
| Dry weight | 4,430 lbs | 4,196 lbs |
| GVWR | 6,000 lbs | 6,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 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 21QB wins
- Lower MSRP at $25,793 vs $27,860 ($2,067 less)
- Bigger freshwater tank (52 gal vs 31 gal)
- Larger grey tank (39 gal vs 25 gal) for longer off-grid stays
- Larger black tank (39 gal vs 25 gal)
- Theater seating standard
Where Winnebago M-Series 2225MK wins
- Lighter at 4,196 lb dry vs 4,430 lb (234 lb savings)
- Propane spec listed at 9.5 gal
- Sleeps 8 vs 6
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB if…
Families needing dedicated bunks should look at the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB, which builds the bunkhouse arrangement the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK skips. Owners who already have a three-quarter-ton tow rig can absorb the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB's 4,430 lb dry weight versus 4,196 lb on the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK. Cold-weather and shoulder-season campers gain from the four-season insulation the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB ships with. Boondockers will use the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB's 52-gal fresh tank during stays away from hookups, more headroom than the 31-gal tank on the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK. Movie-night campers appreciate the theater seating standard on the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB. The Highland Ridge Colt 21QB's electric fireplace adds ambient heat and a focal point the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK skips.
Pick the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK if…
Buyers towing with a half-ton or mid-size SUV benefit from 4,196 lb dry, well under the 4,430 lb of the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB. Group travelers needing 8-person capacity get it from the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK where the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB stops at 6. The $27,860 MSRP runs above the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB's $25,793, so the spec advantages above need to justify the $2,067 step-up for you. Day-to-day livability on the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK comes down to whether its 25.7' footprint and 8-sleeper plan fits your group size.
Frequently asked
Which is lighter to tow, the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB or the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK?
The Winnebago M-Series 2225MK is lighter at 4,196 lb dry vs 4,430 lb for the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB, a 234-lb difference. Hitch weights run 515 lb (Highland Ridge) and unlisted (Winnebago).
Which holds more fresh water for boondocking?
Fresh tank is 52 gal on the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB and 31 gal on the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK. The Highland Ridge Colt 21QB carries 21 more gal of fresh, plus 39/25 gal grey and 39/25 gal black between them.
What's the price difference between the 2026 Highland Ridge Colt 21QB and Winnebago M-Series 2225MK?
The Highland Ridge Colt 21QB lists $2,067 less at MSRP ($25,793 for the Highland Ridge Colt 21QB vs $27,860 for the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK). Dealer discounts typically narrow that gap further.