Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West vs Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two family bunkhouse Travel Trailer floor plans about a foot apart on length and within $1,900 on price. The Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West runs 33.6 ft, 6,145 lb dry on an 8,200 lb GVWR, and includes 76 gal fresh, 50-amp service, 200W solar, off-road and four-season ratings, fireplace, and king bed, at $35,220. The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS at 34.3 ft and 6,230 lb dry adds a slide, outdoor kitchen, 200W solar, and 18.9 gal LP for $37,118.
The Colt 26DBS West stands out for its 76 gal fresh tank, which is 24 gal more than the Jayco's 52 gal. The Jay Flight SLX 287BHS counters with the slide-out living room and outdoor kitchen. Verdict: pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West for tank capacity, off-road readiness, and lower MSRP; pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS for slide expansion and outdoor cooking at the higher price.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West | Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,220 | $37,118 |
| Length | 33'7" | 34'4" |
| Dry weight | 6,145 lbs | 6,230 lbs |
| GVWR | 8,200 lbs | 7,950 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 | — | 18.93 gal |
| Solar | 200W | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | king | mixed |
| 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
- 24 gal more fresh water (76 vs 52)
- Off-road and four-season ratings
- Fireplace + theater seating + 50-amp service
- $1,898 lower MSRP ($35,220 vs $37,118)
- King bed up front vs mixed beds
Where Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS wins
- 1 slide vs 0 slides
- Outdoor kitchen for campsite cooking
- 18.9 gal LP capacity standard
- Solar prep + 200W panel
- Lighter 6,230 lb dry weight by 85 lb
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West if you boondock or dry-camp at meaningful frequency and need the 76 gal fresh water tank. The Colt 26DBS West also includes 50-amp service, factory 200W solar, fireplace, theater seating, off-road running gear, and four-season insulation, all for $1,898 less than the Jay Flight SLX 287BHS. The king bed delivers a real master bedroom rather than a queen-on-the-axle. Best fit: dry-camping families who pull with a properly equipped half-ton or 3/4-ton and want the tank capacity plus off-road readiness over slide-out daytime space.
Pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS if…
Pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS if your camping is mostly campground stays with hookups and you cook outdoors. The slide-out expands daytime living room area significantly, the outdoor kitchen handles big-group cookouts, and the 18.9 gal LP capacity supports long cooking and heating runs. The Jayco brand also typically holds 5-10% better resale than Highland Ridge over 5 years. Best fit: campground-hopping families who use exterior space heavily and want a slide-equipped trailer with Jayco brand resale.
Frequently asked
Which holds more fresh water?
The Highland Ridge Colt 26DBS West holds 76 gal of fresh water; the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS holds 52 gal, a 24-gallon advantage for the Colt.
Does either have a slide?
The Jay Flight SLX 287BHS has 1 slide. The Colt 26DBS West has 0 slides.
Which is more rugged?
The Colt 26DBS West carries off-road and four-season ratings. The Jay Flight SLX 287BHS is a standard road-going family Travel Trailer.