Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS West vs Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two budget bunkhouse Travel Trailer rigs at near-identical mid-$30K pricing. The Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS West is 27.08 ft, 5,010 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 $35,843.
The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS is 33.58 ft, 6,140 lbs dry, 8,200 lb GVWR with single slide. Sleeps 8 with bunks, theater seating, outdoor kitchen, 200W solar, 40 gal LP. Cargo capacity is only 124 lbs (a real constraint). MSRP $37,050.
Directional verdict: pick the Colt 22MDS West for $1,207 less if you want a king bed, fireplace and four-season + off-road rating in 27.08 ft. Pick the Jay Flight SLX 284BHS if you need to sleep 8 with single slide and outdoor kitchen, but check the 124 lb cargo limit before buying.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS West | Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,843 | $37,050 |
| Length | 27'1" | 33'7" |
| Dry weight | 5,010 lbs | 6,140 lbs |
| GVWR | 6,900 lbs | 8,200 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 8 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 76 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 22MDS West wins
- $1,207 cheaper at $35,843 MSRP
- 6.5 ft shorter (27.08 vs 33.58 ft)
- 1,130 lbs lighter dry (5,010 vs 6,140 lbs)
- King bed plus fireplace plus theater seating plus four-season + off-road
- 1,890 lbs cargo capacity (vs only 124 lbs)
Where Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS wins
- Sleeps 8 vs 6
- Single slide opens main cabin space
- Outdoor kitchen for tailgate cooking
- 40 gal LP capacity (vs unlisted)
- Solar prep included
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS West if…
Budget families of 4-6 who want a king bed, fireplace, theater seating and 76 gal fresh tank in a 27.08 ft Travel Trailer with four-season construction. The Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS West's off-road rating, 1,890 lb cargo capacity and 50A shore service give it real long-trip headroom for $35,843. Skip it if you need to sleep 8 or want an outdoor kitchen.
Pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS if…
Larger families with 5-6 kids who need to sleep 8 in a bunk-focused Travel Trailer with outdoor kitchen. The Jay Flight SLX 284BHS at $37,050 adds a single slide and theater seating. Warning: the 124 lb cargo capacity is brutally tight; full water and propane alone will exceed it. Verify dry weight before each trip. Skip it if you carry significant gear.
Frequently asked
What's wrong with 124 lbs of cargo capacity?
The Jay Flight SLX 284BHS's 124 lb cargo margin means full freshwater alone (52 gal x 8.3 lbs = 432 lbs) will already exceed GVWR. Owners must travel with empty tanks and minimal gear. This is a real and limiting spec.
Can the Colt 22MDS West really sleep 6 in 27 ft?
Yes: king bed (2), bunkhouse (2-4), convertible dinette/theater (2). Adult capacity is 4-5 realistically; the 6-count includes kid-sized bunks.
Which is better for shoulder-season camping?
The Highland Ridge Colt 22MDS West has factory four-season construction with enclosed underbelly. The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS does not list a four-season rating. For freezing-temp camping, the Colt is the safer pick.