Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West vs Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two budget-friendly bunkhouses sit within $13 of each other but stack feature sheets differently. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West is 30.33 ft, 5,730 lb dry, sleeps 10, $28,268, with king bed, four-season, fireplace, off-road prep, 50-amp shore, 200W solar, theater seating, and 76-gal fresh tank. The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS is 29.42 ft, 4,745 lb dry, sleeps 10, $28,281, with single slide, outdoor kitchen, 200W solar, Climate Shield, and 52-gal fresh.
Both Travel Trailer entries sleep 10 at near-identical price. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West stacks the 76-gal fresh tank, fireplace, off-road prep, 50-amp shore, and king bed. The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS counters with a slide, outdoor kitchen, and 985 lb less dry weight (4,745 vs 5,730).
Verdict: pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West for boondocking with the 76-gal fresh tank, fireplace, and off-road prep. Pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS if you want a slide-out and outdoor kitchen at the lighter tow weight.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West | Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,268 | $28,281 |
| Length | 30'4" | 29'5" |
| Dry weight | 5,730 lbs | 4,745 lbs |
| GVWR | 7,600 lbs | 6,500 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 10 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| 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 26DB West wins
- 76-gal fresh tank vs 52 on the Jayco
- Off-road rating with fireplace standard
- 50-amp shore service
- King bed in the bunkhouse layout
- Theater seating with four-season build
Where Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS wins
- 985 lb lighter dry (4,745 vs 5,730)
- Single slide expands the living area
- Outdoor kitchen for tailgating
- $13 cheaper at $28,281
- 540-lb hitch fits SUV tow ratings
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West if…
Families chasing the maximum fresh-water capacity and a fireplace at sub-$29K. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West at $28,268 brings 76-gal fresh, off-road prep, four-season build, and 50-amp service in a 30.33-ft bunkhouse. Best for boondock-curious families with a half-ton.
Pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS if…
Families with smaller tow vehicles who want a slide-out and outdoor kitchen at the lightest possible weight. The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS at $28,281 brings a 4,745-lb dry weight, single slide, and outdoor kitchen for essentially the same price. Easiest of the pair to tow behind mid-size trucks and SUVs.
Frequently asked
Which trailer holds more fresh water?
The Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West at 76 gallons beats the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS at 52 gallons by 24 gallons, a meaningful gap for boondocking.
Which has a slide-out?
Only the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS has a slide. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West does not list a slide in this configuration.
Which is easier to tow?
The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS at 4,745 lb dry tows behind mid-size SUVs and half-tons. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West at 5,730 lb dry needs a properly rated half-ton.