Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West vs Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
The 2026 Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West and 2026 Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS are both Travel Trailer floorplans, but they target different missions. At 32.6 ft, the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West runs 1.8 ft shorter than the 34.3-ft Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS. Dry weights land within 5 lb of each other (6,225 vs 6,230).
Freshwater capacity gives the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West a 24-gal lead (76 vs 52 gal). Equipment-wise, Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS adds an outdoor kitchen; Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West adds a fireplace; Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West adds four-season package.
The Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West carries the broader spec sheet for most Travel Trailer buyers. Hitch weight comes to 780 lb on the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West and 745 lb on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS. GVWR is set at 8,200 lb for the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West versus 7,950 lb for the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS, so the cargo headroom is 1,975 lb on the Highland Ridge side and 1,720 lb on the Jayco side.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West | Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,743 | $37,118 |
| Length | 32'7" | 34'4" |
| Dry weight | 6,225 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 27BPS West wins
- Lower MSRP at $36,743 vs $37,118 ($375 less)
- Lighter at 6,225 lb dry vs 6,230 lb (5 lb savings)
- Shorter at 32.6 ft vs 34.3 ft (1.8 ft easier to park)
- Bigger freshwater tank (76 gal vs 52 gal)
- Higher cargo capacity (1,975 lb vs 1,720 lb)
Where Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS wins
- Propane spec listed at 18.93 gal
- Lighter hitch weight (745 lb vs 780 lb)
- Includes an outdoor kitchen
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West if…
Smaller campsites and tighter storage favor the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West's 32.6-ft footprint over the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS's 34.3 ft. Cold-weather and shoulder-season campers gain from the four-season insulation the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West ships with. Boondockers will use the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West's 76-gal fresh tank during stays away from hookups, more headroom than the 52-gal tank on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS. The Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West's electric fireplace adds ambient heat and a focal point the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS skips. Forest-service-road campers value the off-road build on the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West. Couples wanting a king-bed master find it on the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West.
Pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS if…
Long-stay travelers wanting extra interior square footage get it from the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS's 34.3-ft layout (vs 32.6 ft on the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West). Outdoor-cooking enthusiasts get a real exterior kitchen on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS that the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West does not ship. Day-to-day livability on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS comes down to whether its 34.3' footprint and 10-sleeper plan fits your group size. The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS 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 27BPS West or the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS?
The Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West is lighter at 6,225 lb dry vs 6,230 lb for the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS, a 5-lb difference. Hitch weights run 780 lb (Highland Ridge) and 745 lb (Jayco).
Which holds more fresh water for boondocking?
Fresh tank is 76 gal on the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West and 52 gal on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS. The Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS 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 27BPS West and Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS?
The Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West lists $375 less at MSRP ($36,743 for the Highland Ridge Colt 27BPS West vs $37,118 for the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 287BHS). Dealer discounts typically narrow that gap further.