Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS vs Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
The 2026 Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS and 2026 Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH are both Travel Trailer floorplans, but they target different missions. At 33.6 ft, the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS runs 2.8 ft longer than the 30.8-ft Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH. Dry weight separates them by 240 lb (6,270 vs 6,030).
Grey-tank holding favors the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH by 39 gal. Equipment-wise, Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH adds an outdoor kitchen; Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS adds a fireplace; Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS adds four-season package.
The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH carries the broader spec sheet for most Travel Trailer buyers. Hitch weight comes to 835 lb on the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS and 675 lb on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH. GVWR is set at 8,200 lb for the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS versus 7,900 lb for the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH, so the cargo headroom is 1,930 lb on the Highland Ridge side and 1,870 lb on the Jayco side.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS | Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $35,243 | $35,168 |
| Length | 33'7" | 30'10" |
| Dry weight | 6,270 lbs | 6,030 lbs |
| GVWR | 8,200 lbs | 7,900 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 10 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 52 gal | 52 gal |
| Grey tank | 39 gal | 78 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 28DBS wins
- Higher cargo capacity (1,930 lb vs 1,870 lb)
- Higher GVWR (8,200 lb vs 7,900 lb) for more loaded payload
- Electric fireplace included
- Four-season insulation package
- Off-road suspension package
Where Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH wins
- Lower MSRP at $35,168 vs $35,243 ($75 less)
- Lighter at 6,030 lb dry vs 6,270 lb (240 lb savings)
- Shorter at 30.8 ft vs 33.6 ft (2.8 ft easier to park)
- Larger grey tank (78 gal vs 39 gal) for longer off-grid stays
- Propane spec listed at 40 gal
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS if…
Long-stay travelers wanting extra interior square footage get it from the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS's 33.6-ft layout (vs 30.8 ft on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH). Owners who already have a three-quarter-ton tow rig can absorb the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS's 6,270 lb dry weight versus 6,030 lb on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH. Cold-weather and shoulder-season campers gain from the four-season insulation the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS ships with. The Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS's electric fireplace adds ambient heat and a focal point the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH skips. Forest-service-road campers value the off-road build on the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS. Couples wanting a king-bed master find it on the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS.
Pick the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH if…
Smaller campsites and tighter storage favor the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH's 30.8-ft footprint over the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS's 33.6 ft. Buyers towing with a half-ton or mid-size SUV benefit from 6,030 lb dry, well under the 6,270 lb of the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS. Outdoor-cooking enthusiasts get a real exterior kitchen on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH that the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS does not ship. Day-to-day livability on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH comes down to whether its 30.8' footprint and 10-sleeper plan fits your group size.
Frequently asked
Which is lighter to tow, the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS or the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH?
The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH is lighter at 6,030 lb dry vs 6,270 lb for the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS, a 240-lb difference. Hitch weights run 835 lb (Highland Ridge) and 675 lb (Jayco).
Which holds more fresh water for boondocking?
Fresh tank is 52 gal on the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS and 52 gal on the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH. The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH carries 0 more gal of fresh, plus 39/78 gal grey and 39/39 gal black between them.
What's the price difference between the 2026 Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS and Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH?
The Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH lists $75 less at MSRP ($35,243 for the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS vs $35,168 for the Jayco Jay Flight SLX 260BH). Dealer discounts typically narrow that gap further.