Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB vs Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These Travel Trailers price within $765 of each other ($39,308 vs $38,543) but solve different family sizes. The Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB is a 36'4" mega-bunkhouse at 7,075 lbs dry, sleeps 10 with king bed plus bunks, ships with 200W solar, 50A service, theater seating, fireplace, four-season insulation, and off-road suspension. The Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS is a 23'1" ultralight bunkhouse at 4,505 lbs dry, sleeps 8, includes Climate Shield insulation, residential fridge, tankless water heater, 40 gal LP, and 200W solar with solar prep.
The Colt 32DSB stretches 13'3" longer and weighs 2,570 lbs more dry to sleep two extra and add a king bed for parents. The Jay Feather Air 19MBS is the ultralight specialist: residential fridge, tankless water heater, 40 gal LP, and a 5,750 lb GVWR that fits midsize SUVs.
For Travel Trailer bunkhouse buyers, the Highland Ridge Colt vs Jay Feather Air 19MBS choice is large-family 3/4-ton (Colt) versus small-family SUV (Jay Feather).
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB | Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,308 | $38,543 |
| Length | 36'4" | 23'1" |
| Dry weight | 7,075 lbs | 4,505 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,600 lbs | 5,750 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 8 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 52 gal | 55 gal |
| Grey tank | 32.5 gal | 30 gal |
| Black tank | 39 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 32DSB wins
- Sleeps 10 vs 8 (king bed plus bunks)
- King bed standard vs bunks only on Jay Feather
- Fireplace and off-road suspension included
- 50A service vs unspecified on Jayco
- 13'3" more interior length
Where Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS wins
- Lower MSRP by $765 ($38,543 vs $39,308)
- 2,570 lbs lighter dry weight (4,505 vs 7,075 lbs)
- 13'3" shorter at 23'1" for tight sites
- Tankless water heater and residential fridge
- 40 gal LP capacity specified
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB if you have three or four kids and a 3/4-ton tow vehicle. The 36'4" length and 10 sleeping spots accommodate two parents, three to four kids, and an occasional guest. King bed for parents, bunks for kids, fireplace and theater seating for evenings, four-season insulation for shoulder seasons, and off-road suspension for forest roads. At $39,308 the Colt 32DSB costs $765 more than the Jay Feather Air 19MBS but delivers nearly twice the sleeping capacity.
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS if…
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather Air 19MBS if you tow with a midsize SUV in the 5,750 lb class and have one or two kids in bunks. The 4,505 lb dry weight fits inside Highlander, Pilot, and Pathfinder ratings, the 23'1" length backs into compact sites, residential fridge and tankless water heater handle daily use without compromise, and Climate Shield four-season build supports winter camping. At $38,543 the Jay Feather Air 19MBS saves $765 and runs ultralight.
Frequently asked
Can a midsize SUV tow the Colt 32DSB?
No. At 7,075 lbs dry, 9,600 lb GVWR, and 1,080 lb tongue, the Colt 32DSB exceeds every midsize SUV tow rating. It needs a 3/4-ton truck or heavy half-ton with Max Tow.
Does the Jay Feather Air 19MBS sleep 8 comfortably?
Eight sleeping spots use bunks, convertible dinette, and sofa. Practical sleeping for long trips is 5-6 (two parents plus 3-4 kids on bunks). Convertible-bed adults will find the 23 ft floorplan tight.
How long can each run off-grid?
The Colt 32DSB has 52 gal fresh, 200W solar - expect 4-5 days for a family. The Jay Feather Air 19MBS has 55 gal fresh, 200W solar, 40 gal LP - similar 4-5 day window for a couple with kids, more LP for cold weather.