Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West vs Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two budget family bunkhouse Travel Trailer options price within $307 with very different design priorities. The Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West is 32.58 ft, 6,225 lb dry, sleeps 10, $36,743, with king bed, bunkhouse, off-road prep, fireplace, four-season, 50-amp shore, 200W solar, theater seating, and 76-gal fresh. The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS is 33.58 ft, 6,140 lb dry, sleeps 8, $37,050, with bunks, no slide, outdoor kitchen, theater seating, and 200W solar prep.
The Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West stacks features: king bed, fireplace, off-road, four-season, 50-amp, and the 76-gal fresh tank that the Jayco can't match (52-gal). The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS counters with the outdoor kitchen, slightly longer footprint, and Jayco's parts network.
Verdict: pick the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West at $36,743 for sleeping 10 plus the 76-gal fresh tank, king bed, and fireplace. Pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS at $37,050 for the outdoor kitchen and Jayco brand support.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West | Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,743 | $37,050 |
| Length | 32'7" | 33'7" |
| Dry weight | 6,225 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 27BPS West wins
- Sleeps 10 vs 8 on the Jay Flight SLX
- 76-gal fresh tank vs 52 on Jayco
- Off-road rating with fireplace
- $307 cheaper at $36,743
- King bed plus 50-amp shore service
Where Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS wins
- Outdoor kitchen standard
- 1.0 ft more length at 33.58 ft
- 85 lb lighter dry (6,140 vs 6,225)
- Jayco I-Beam frame and parts network
- Theater seating in family layout
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West if…
Large families who need 10 sleeping positions plus the 76-gal fresh tank for boondocking. The Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West at $36,743 brings the king bed, fireplace, off-road prep, 50-amp shore, and four-season build that the Jayco doesn't match. Skip it if you specifically want the outdoor kitchen.
Pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS if…
Families who want the outdoor kitchen and Jayco's well-supported parts network at the slightly longer 33.58-ft footprint. The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS at $37,050 brings 200W solar prep and theater seating with bunks for 8. Skip it if you want a fireplace, king bed, or off-road rating.
Frequently asked
Which sleeps more people?
The Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West sleeps 10 vs 8 on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS, a 25% advantage.
Which has the outdoor kitchen?
Only the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS has an outdoor kitchen. The Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West does not list one.
Which has more fresh water?
The Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West at 76 gallons fresh dwarfs the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 284BHS at 52 gallons by 24 gallons.