Highland Ridge Colt 26DB 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 share identical 29.42 ft length, 81 in interior height, 6,500 lb GVWR, 52 gal fresh tanks, and 10-person sleep counts. Dry weights are nearly identical at 4,805 lbs (Highland Ridge) and 4,745 lbs (Jayco). The split is in features and price: the Highland Ridge Colt 26DB sells for $25,958 and ships four-season, off-road prep, a fireplace, theater seating, and a king bed. The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS lists at $28,281, $2,323 more, and adds a single slide, outdoor kitchen, solar prep, and a 40-gal LP tank.
The Highland Ridge Colt 26DB includes 50-amp shore service, while the Jayco does not list shore amp spec. The Jay Flight 245BHS gets the slide for parked livability and outdoor kitchen for site cooking. Hitch weight differs by 15 lbs (525 vs 540 lbs, both well within half-ton range).
Verdict: take the Highland Ridge Colt 26DB for off-grid and cold-weather use with the king bed and fireplace; choose the Jay Flight SLX 245BHS for the slide-out family living room and exterior galley.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 26DB | Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,958 | $28,281 |
| Length | 29'5" | 29'5" |
| Dry weight | 4,805 lbs | 4,745 lbs |
| GVWR | 6,500 lbs | 6,500 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 10 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 52 gal | 52 gal |
| Grey tank | 39 gal | 39 gal |
| Black tank | 39 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 26DB wins
- $2,323 less at MSRP ($25,958 vs $28,281)
- Four-season insulation + off-road prep
- Fireplace and king bed included
- 50-amp shore service standard
- Theater seating + cargo cap 1,695 lbs
Where Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS wins
- Single slide-out for more parked living space
- Outdoor kitchen included
- 200W solar prep wiring vs no prep on Highland Ridge
- 40 gal LP tank (Highland Ridge unspecified)
- 60 lbs lighter dry weight
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DB if…
Cold-weather and off-grid families should pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DB. The four-season pkg, fireplace, king bed, and off-road build handle late-fall trips and unpaved forest roads where the Jayco's lighter-duty construction would struggle. At $25,958 with 50-amp service, you keep $2,323 in your pocket for solar upgrades or a generator. Sleeping 10 with a king up front gives parents privacy.
Pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS if…
Hookup-park families who want a slide-out living room and outdoor cooking should choose the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS. The single slide doubles the open floor space when parked, the outdoor kitchen keeps cooking smells outside, and the 40-gallon LP tank handles winter heating loads. Solar prep makes future solar addition simple, and the 4,745 lb dry weight pairs cleanly with a half-ton truck.
Frequently asked
Do both trailers sleep 10 the same way?
Both list 10-person sleep counts. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DB uses a king bed plus bunks; the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS uses a bunks-forward layout with the slide-out expansion.
Which is better for cold-weather camping?
The Highland Ridge Colt 26DB is rated four-season; the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS is not. The Highland Ridge also includes a fireplace.
Can a half-ton truck pull either of these?
Yes. Both share a 6,500 lb GVWR with hitch weights of 525-540 lbs. Any half-ton truck rated 7,500 lbs or higher with a properly equipped hitch handles both.