Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS 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 family bunkhouse Travel Trailer rigs both rated to sleep 10. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS is 30.33 ft, 5,815 lbs dry, 7,600 lb GVWR with king bed, bunks, theater seating, fireplace, four-season construction, off-road rating, 200W solar, 50A shore. MSRP $32,003.
The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS is 29.42 ft, 4,745 lbs dry, 6,500 lb GVWR with single slide, queen plus bunks, outdoor kitchen, 200W solar prep, 40 gal LP, 52 gal fresh, 39 gal grey/black. Solar prep included but not factory-installed. MSRP $28,281.
Directional verdict: pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS for $3,722 less and 1,070 lbs lighter dry weight if you tow with a smaller half-ton or want America's best-selling family bunkhouse template. Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS if you want king bed, fireplace, theater seating and four-season + off-road rating in the same sleeping count.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS | Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,003 | $28,281 |
| Length | 30'4" | 29'5" |
| Dry weight | 5,815 lbs | 4,745 lbs |
| GVWR | 7,600 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 26DBS wins
- King bed plus fireplace plus theater seating
- Four-season construction plus off-road rating
- 200W solar standard (vs prep-only on Jay Flight)
- 50A shore service (vs unlisted on Jay Flight)
- 24 gal more fresh water (76 vs 52 gal)
Where Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS wins
- $3,722 cheaper at $28,281 MSRP
- 1,070 lbs lighter dry (4,745 vs 5,815 lbs)
- Single slide opens main cabin space
- Outdoor kitchen plus 40 gal LP
- 0.91 ft shorter (29.42 vs 30.33 ft)
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS if…
Budget families who want a king bed, fireplace and theater seating in a four-season + off-road family bunkhouse for $32,003. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS's 50A shore service, factory 200W solar and 76 gal fresh tank support long stays. Skip it if you tow with a smaller half-ton that struggles with 7,600 lb GVWR or want a single slide.
Pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 245BHS if…
Budget families with 4-6 kids who tow with a smaller half-ton or large midsize SUV and want the lowest entry price. The Jay Flight SLX 245BHS at $28,281 is America's best-selling family bunkhouse with single slide, outdoor kitchen, queen plus bunks and 40 gal LP. Skip it if you want a king bed, fireplace, four-season insulation or factory solar.
Frequently asked
How do both rigs sleep 10?
King or queen master (2), bunkhouse with up to 4 bunks (4), convertible dinette (2), jackknife sofa (2). Adult capacity is realistically 5-6; the 10-count includes kid-sized bunks.
Which has factory solar vs prep?
The Colt 26DBS includes 200W of factory-installed solar. The Jay Flight SLX 245BHS has 200W solar prep (wiring) but you supply the panels. That's a $1,000+ price gap when you add panels yourself.
Can a midsize SUV tow the Jay Flight SLX 245BHS?
At 6,500 lb GVWR, large midsize SUVs rated 7,500+ lbs (Grand Cherokee V8, Sequoia, Wagoneer) can pull it. The Colt 26DBS at 7,600 lb GVWR needs a half-ton truck.