Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West vs Winnebago M-Series 2225MK
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These are two very different takes on a half-ton-friendly Travel Trailer. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West stretches to 30.3 ft, packs a king bed plus bunkhouse layout for 10 sleepers, and weighs 5,730 lb dry with a 7,600 lb GVWR. The Winnebago M-Series 2225MK is shorter at 25.7 ft, lighter at 4,196 lb dry, and sleeps eight via convertible dinettes inside a single 6,000 lb GVWR shell.
The Colt 26DB West brings 50-amp shore power, factory 200W solar, four-season construction, off-road tires, theater seating, fireplace, and a 76-gallon fresh tank, all for $28,268 MSRP. The Winnebago M-Series 2225MK runs $27,860, gets 200W solar prep with a full bath, and stays under 4,500 lb for tow flexibility. Verdict: pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West for family bunkhouse hauling with rough-road capability; pick the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK for a lighter, simpler Travel Trailer that any midsize truck can pull.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West | Winnebago M-Series 2225MK | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $28,268 | $27,860 |
| Length | 30'4" | 25'8" |
| Dry weight | 5,730 lbs | 4,196 lbs |
| GVWR | 7,600 lbs | 6,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 8 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 76 gal | 31 gal |
| Grey tank | 40 gal | 25 gal |
| Black tank | 40 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 26DB West wins
- 76 gal fresh tank vs 31 gal (more than double)
- 200W solar installed standard, not just prepped
- 50-amp shore power vs 30-amp
- Four-season and off-road rated from factory
- King bed plus bunkhouse vs queen with no slide
Where Winnebago M-Series 2225MK wins
- 1,534 lb lighter dry weight (4,196 vs 5,730)
- Shorter 25.7 ft length vs 30.3 ft
- Full bath layout confirmed in floor plan
- Half-ton/midsize truck towable as-loaded
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West if you need to sleep a family of six-plus and want true four-season insulation plus off-road-rated running gear at this price. The 76-gallon fresh tank, 50-amp service, and 200W factory solar make it the better dry-camping platform, and the included theater seating plus fireplace upgrade the lounge space. You will need a properly rated half-ton or a 3/4-ton because the 5,730 lb dry plus 1,870 lb cargo capacity loads close to limits. Best fit: bunkhouse families who camp shoulder-season on gravel forest-service roads.
Pick the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK if…
Pick the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK if you tow with a midsize truck, Tahoe-class SUV, or a half-ton you do not want to load near its ceiling. At 4,196 lb dry inside a 25.7 ft footprint, the M-Series 2225MK fits more campgrounds and pulls more easily up grades. The full-bath layout with queen bed is geared toward couples or a small family who can use the convertible dinettes for occasional kids. Best fit: light-tow couples who pick highways and developed campgrounds over backcountry roads and want a known dealer network at a $27,860 starting price.
Frequently asked
Which trailer sleeps more people?
Both list 10 (Colt) and 8 (M-Series), but the Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West uses a dedicated bunkhouse for real, comfortable kid sleeping, while the Winnebago M-Series 2225MK relies on convertible dinettes that consume daily living space.
How does fresh water capacity compare?
The Colt 26DB West carries 76 gal fresh vs the M-Series 2225MK's 31 gal, a 45-gallon advantage for dry-camping or boondocking weekends.
Is either trailer rated for off-road use?
The Highland Ridge Colt 26DB West includes off-road running gear and four-season construction. The Winnebago M-Series 2225MK is a standard road-going Travel Trailer.