Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB vs Jayco Jay Feather SL 26BHSL
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
These 2026 travel trailers compete for large families needing 10-person sleep counts. The Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB is 36.33 ft long, 97 in wide, weighs 7,075 lbs dry, lists at $39,308, and ships with a king bed, bunkhouse, four-season insulation, off-road prep, fireplace, theater seating, 50-amp shore, 200W solar, and a 9,600 lb GVWR. The Jayco Jay Feather SL 26BHSL is 5.91 ft shorter at 30.42 ft, weighs 5,675 lbs dry, prices at $38,093 ($1,215 less), and features bunks, theater seating, residential fridge, 200W solar with prep, four-season pkg, and 20-gal LP at 7,200 lb GVWR.
The Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB targets serious-cargo half-ton-plus families; the Jay Feather SL 26BHSL keeps weight down for half-ton compatibility. Both sleep 10.
Verdict: pick the Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB for off-grid large families wanting king + bunks and the fireplace; pick the Jay Feather SL 26BHSL for half-ton families wanting lighter tow weight with residential fridge.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB | Jayco Jay Feather SL 26BHSL | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,308 | $38,093 |
| Length | 36'4" | 30'5" |
| Dry weight | 7,075 lbs | 5,675 lbs |
| GVWR | 9,600 lbs | 7,200 lbs |
| Sleeps | 10 | 10 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 52 gal | 55 gal |
| Grey tank | 32.5 gal | 38 gal |
| Black tank | 39 gal | 38 gal |
| LP | — | 20 gal |
| Solar | 200W | 200W |
| Inverter | — | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | king | bunks |
| 4-season | Yes | No |
| Off-road | Yes | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | Yes |
Where Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB wins
- King bed + bunkhouse (Jay Feather has bunks only)
- Fireplace + 81 in interior ceiling
- Off-road prep + four-season
- 50-amp shore service standard
- 9,600 lb GVWR for max cargo flex
Where Jayco Jay Feather SL 26BHSL wins
- $1,215 less at MSRP ($38,093 vs $39,308)
- 5.91 ft shorter (30.42 vs 36.33 ft)
- 1,400 lbs lighter dry weight
- Residential fridge standard
- 7,200 lb GVWR fits half-ton trucks
Pick the Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB if…
Off-grid large families with a 3/4-ton truck wanting king-plus-bunks with a fireplace should pick the Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB. The 36.33 ft length and 9,600 lb GVWR give serious load headroom for camping gear plus kids' equipment, the king bed gives parents privacy from the bunks, four-season insulation extends seasonal use, and off-road prep handles forest-service roads. 50-amp shore supports dual A/C.
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather SL 26BHSL if…
Half-ton truck families wanting a lighter 30-ft bunkhouse with residential fridge should choose the Jayco Jay Feather SL 26BHSL. The 5,675 lb dry weight tows behind any half-ton, residential fridge keeps groceries cold during week-long stays, 200W solar with prep gives meaningful off-grid runway, and 20 gal of LP supports winter heat. Theater seating creates a residential focal point. $1,215 saved at MSRP.
Frequently asked
Which has the king bed?
The Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB has a king bed. The Jayco Jay Feather SL 26BHSL uses bunks-only with no separate king.
Which is rated four-season?
Both are four-season rated. The Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB adds off-road prep on top of four-season; the Jayco uses standard four-season insulation.
Can a half-ton tow both?
The Jayco Jay Feather SL 26BHSL at 7,200 lb GVWR fits any half-ton rated 8,000+ lbs. The Highland Ridge Colt 32DSB at 9,600 lb GVWR is better suited to a strong half-ton with max tow or a 3/4-ton.