Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West vs Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
The 2026 Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West and 2026 Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS are both Travel Trailer floorplans, but they target different missions. Both sit near 33.6-33.6 ft on the tape. Dry weights land within 5 lb of each other (6,145 vs 6,140).
The Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West sleeps 10 versus 8. Freshwater capacity gives the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West a 24-gal lead (76 vs 52 gal). Equipment-wise, Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS adds an outdoor kitchen; Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West adds a fireplace; Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West adds four-season package.
Pricing: $35,220 for the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West versus $37,050 for the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS, putting the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West $1,830 lower. The pick comes down to layout priority rather than overall spec advantage. Hitch weight comes to 855 lb on the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West and 830 lb on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West | Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,220 | $37,050 |
| Length | 33'7" | 33'7" |
| Dry weight | 6,145 lbs | 6,140 lbs |
| GVWR | 8,200 lbs | 8,200 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 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 26DBS West wins
- Lower MSRP at $35,220 vs $37,050 ($1,830 less)
- Bigger freshwater tank (76 gal vs 52 gal)
- Sleeps 10 vs 8
- Higher cargo capacity (2,055 lb vs 124 lb)
- Electric fireplace included
Where Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS wins
- Lighter at 6,140 lb dry vs 6,145 lb (5 lb savings)
- Propane spec listed at 40 gal
- Includes an outdoor kitchen
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West if…
Cold-weather and shoulder-season campers gain from the four-season insulation the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West ships with. Boondockers will use the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West's 76-gal fresh tank during stays away from hookups, more headroom than the 52-gal tank on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West's electric fireplace adds ambient heat and a focal point the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS skips. Forest-service-road campers value the off-road build on the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West. Group travelers needing 10-person capacity get it from the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West where the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS stops at 8. Couples wanting a king-bed master find it on the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West.
Pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS if…
Outdoor-cooking enthusiasts get a real exterior kitchen on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS that the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West does not ship. The $37,050 MSRP runs above the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West's $35,220, so the spec advantages above need to justify the $1,830 step-up for you. Day-to-day livability on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS comes down to whether its 33.6' footprint and 8-sleeper plan fits your group size. The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS also makes sense as a step up from a smaller travel trailer when storage volume and tank capacity matter more than the lowest possible tow rating.
Frequently asked
Which is lighter to tow, the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West or the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS?
The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS is lighter at 6,140 lb dry vs 6,145 lb for the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West, a 5-lb difference. Hitch weights run 855 lb (Highland Ridge) and 830 lb (Jayco).
Which holds more fresh water for boondocking?
Fresh tank is 76 gal on the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West and 52 gal on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West carries 24 more gal of fresh, plus 40/39 gal grey and 40/39 gal black between them.
What's the price difference between the 2026 Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West and Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS?
The Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West lists $1,830 less at MSRP ($35,220 for the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West vs $37,050 for the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS). Dealer discounts typically narrow that gap further.