Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS vs Jayco Jay Feather Air 15MRB
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two budget Travel Trailer rigs at the same $33K range with different family-size targets. The Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS is 27.08 ft, 5,340 lbs dry, 6,900 lb GVWR with king bed, bunks, theater seating, fireplace, four-season construction, off-road rating, 200W solar, 50A shore. Sleeps 6 with 76 gal fresh. MSRP $32,993.
The Jayco Jay Feather Air 15MRB is an ultralight 20.17 ft trailer at 3,630 lbs dry, 4,995 lb GVWR. Mixed bed config sleeps 4 with 55 gal fresh, 200W solar, Climate Shield insulation. MSRP $33,218.
Directional verdict: pick the Colt 22MDS for $225 less if you want a king bed plus bunks, fireplace, theater seating and four-season + off-road rating in a half-ton tow envelope. Pick the Jay Feather Air 15MRB if you tow with a midsize SUV and want under-5K-lb GVWR with ultralight couples-focused construction.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS | Jayco Jay Feather Air 15MRB | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,993 | $33,218 |
| Length | 27'1" | 20'2" |
| Dry weight | 5,340 lbs | 3,630 lbs |
| GVWR | 6,900 lbs | 4,995 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 4 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 52 gal | 55 gal |
| Grey tank | 39 gal | 38 gal |
| Black tank | 39 gal | 30 gal |
| LP | — | 40 gal |
| Solar | 200W | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | king | mixed |
| 4-season | Yes | Yes |
| Off-road | Yes | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | Yes |
Where Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS wins
- $225 cheaper at $32,993 MSRP
- Sleeps 6 vs 4 (king plus bunks plus convertible)
- Theater seating plus fireplace plus 50A shore service
- 21 gal more fresh water (76 vs 55 gal)
- Off-road rating plus four-season construction
Where Jayco Jay Feather Air 15MRB wins
- 1,710 lbs lighter dry (3,630 vs 5,340 lbs)
- 6.91 ft shorter (20.17 vs 27.08 ft)
- Midsize SUV friendly at 4,995 lb GVWR
- Climate Shield insulation (matches Colt's four-season)
- Ultralight construction for fuel-efficient towing
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS if…
Budget families of 4-6 who tow with a half-ton truck and want a king bed, fireplace, theater seating and four-season + off-road rating for $32,993. The Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS's 50A shore service and 76 gal fresh tank support extended stays. Skip it if you tow with a midsize SUV that can't handle 6,900 lb GVWR.
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather Air 15MRB if…
Couples or small families who tow with a midsize SUV like a Grand Cherokee, 4Runner or Highlander hybrid and want under-5K-lb GVWR. The Jayco Jay Feather Air 15MRB's 3,630 lb dry weight and Climate Shield insulation deliver year-round capability in an ultralight footprint. Skip it if you need to sleep 6 or want a king bed.
Frequently asked
Which has lower towing fuel cost?
The Jay Feather Air 15MRB at 3,630 lbs dry tows roughly 20-30% more efficiently than the 5,340 lb Colt 22MDS in highway towing fuel economy. For long road trips, that's measurable savings.
Does the Jay Feather Air 15MRB really sleep 4?
Yes, via murphy bed or convertible dinette and a rear bedroom. Realistically 2 adults plus 2 small children; the 4-count assumes mixed adult and child use.
Which is better in shoulder seasons?
Both have four-season rating. The Colt 22MDS has 50A shore service to run dual A/Cs or electric heaters; the Jay Feather Air 15MRB's shore amperage is unlisted (likely 30A). Functionally both handle freezing temps.