Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS West vs Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two Travel Trailer rigs targeting families at the same $38K price point but with different tow strategies. The Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS West is 30.33 ft, 5,730 lbs dry, 7,600 lb GVWR with king bed, bunks, theater seating, fireplace, four-season construction, off-road rating, 200W solar and 50A shore service. Sleeps 10. MSRP $38,243.
The Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS is an ultralight 23.08 ft trailer at 4,505 lbs dry, 5,750 lb GVWR. Bunks sleep 8, with 55 gal fresh, residential fridge, Climate Shield insulation, 11 cu ft fridge and tankless water heater. MSRP $38,543.
Directional verdict: pick the Colt 28DBS West for $300 less if you have a half-ton truck and want a king bed plus living-room features (theater seating, fireplace) in 30.33 ft. Pick the Jay Feather Air 19MBS if you tow with a midsize SUV and want 8-person bunk sleeping in an ultralight 4,505 lb package with residential fridge.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS West | Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $38,243 | $38,543 |
| Length | 30'4" | 23'1" |
| Dry weight | 5,730 lbs | 4,505 lbs |
| GVWR | 7,600 lbs | 5,750 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 8 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 76 gal | 55 gal |
| Grey tank | 40 gal | 30 gal |
| Black tank | 40 gal | 30 gal |
| LP | — | 40 gal |
| Solar | 200W | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | king | bunks |
| 4-season | Yes | Yes |
| Off-road | Yes | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | Yes |
Where Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS West wins
- Sleeps 10 vs 8 (king plus bunks plus convertible)
- $300 cheaper at $38,243 MSRP
- Theater seating plus fireplace plus 50A shore service
- 21 gal more fresh water (76 vs 55 gal)
- Off-road rating plus four-season construction
Where Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS wins
- 1,225 lbs lighter dry (4,505 vs 5,730 lbs)
- 7.25 ft shorter (23.08 vs 30.33 ft)
- Midsize SUV towable at 5,750 lb GVWR
- Residential fridge plus tankless water heater
- Climate Shield insulation (matches Colt's four-season)
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS West if…
Larger families or scout-troop type groups with a half-ton tow truck who need to sleep 8-10 with a king bed, fireplace and theater seating for $38,243. The Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS West's 50A shore service and 76 gal fresh tank support long stays. Skip it if you tow with a midsize SUV that can't handle 7,600 lb GVWR.
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS if…
Families of 4-6 who tow with a midsize SUV like a Grand Cherokee or Highlander and need an ultralight Travel Trailer with bunks. The Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS's 4,505 lb dry weight, 11 cu ft residential fridge, tankless water heater and Climate Shield insulation give you genuine residential touches in an SUV-towable footprint. Skip it if you need a king bed or sleep 8+.
Frequently asked
Which tow vehicle does each need?
The Highland Ridge Colt 28DBS West at 7,600 lb GVWR needs a half-ton truck or large SUV with 7,500+ lb tow rating. The Jay Feather Air 19MBS at 5,750 lb GVWR fits midsize SUVs rated 6,000+ lbs (Grand Cherokee, 4Runner V8).
How does an ultralight sleep 8?
The Jay Feather Air 19MBS uses double-stacked bunks, a convertible front dinette and a rear bedroom to fit 8 sleeping positions. Adult capacity is closer to 4-5; child-sized bunks bring the count to 8.
Which has more residential features?
The Jay Feather Air 19MBS has a residential fridge and tankless water heater. The Colt 28DBS West has theater seating and a fireplace, but standard fridge and water heater. Trade depends on whether kitchen or living-room features matter more.