Highland Ridge Range Lite 211RKM vs Winnebago Hike 100 H170S
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two Travel Trailer rigs within $500 on price but at opposite ends of the size envelope. The Highland Ridge Range Lite 211RKM is 25.4 ft and 5,130 lb dry on a 6,500 lb GVWR with king bed, 200W factory solar, 1,800W inverter, 50-amp service, four-season construction, theater seating, and 55 gal fresh tank, listed at $40,478. The Winnebago Hike 100 H170S is a 20.6 ft compact mid-SUV-towable Travel Trailer at 3,260 lb dry on a 4,000 lb GVWR with queen bed, wet bath, 31 gal fresh, and 30-amp service for $40,952.
The Range Lite 211RKM is the loaded mid-size Travel Trailer with factory power; the Hike 100 H170S is the ultra-light SUV-towable. Verdict: pick the Highland Ridge Range Lite 211RKM for feature-loaded mid-size with factory inverter; pick the Winnebago Hike 100 H170S for compact size and mid-SUV towability at $40,952.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Range Lite 211RKM | Winnebago Hike 100 H170S | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,478 | $40,952 |
| Length | 25'5" | 20'8" |
| Dry weight | 5,130 lbs | 3,260 lbs |
| GVWR | 6,500 lbs | 4,000 lbs |
| Sleeps | 4 | 3 |
| Slides | — | 0 |
| Fresh tank | 55 gal | 31 gal |
| Grey tank | 30.5 gal | 25 gal |
| Black tank | 30.5 gal | 25 gal |
| LP | — | 9.5 gal |
| Solar | 200W | — |
| Inverter | 1800W | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | wet |
| Bed | king | queen |
| 4-season | Yes | No |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | No |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | No |
Where Highland Ridge Range Lite 211RKM wins
- Sleeps 4 (king + bunks) vs 3
- 1,800W inverter installed
- 50-amp shore power vs 30-amp
- 24 gal more fresh water (55 vs 31)
- Four-season construction confirmed
Where Winnebago Hike 100 H170S wins
- 1,870 lb lighter dry weight (3,260 vs 5,130)
- 4.8 ft shorter (20.6 vs 25.4 ft)
- Mid-size SUV-towable
- Compact storage footprint
- Winnebago brand resale
Pick the Highland Ridge Range Lite 211RKM if…
Pick the Highland Ridge Range Lite 211RKM if you want a feature-loaded mid-size Travel Trailer that includes the inverter and solar package out of the box. The 1,800W inverter and 200W solar mean the Range Lite 211RKM runs microwave and other appliances from battery alone, the 50-amp service supports dual A/C or future upgrades, and the king bed plus bunks layout sleeps 4 with privacy. The 55 gal fresh tank handles week-long dry camping. Best fit: half-ton-tow campers who boondock and want factory power package, four-season, and king bed at $40,478.
Pick the Winnebago Hike 100 H170S if…
Pick the Winnebago Hike 100 H170S if you tow with a mid-size SUV and want a compact, easily parkable Travel Trailer for couples or small-family weekend trips. The Hike 100 H170S at 3,260 lb dry pulls behind a Highlander, Pilot, or 4Runner, the 20.6 ft length parks in tight driveways and Forest Service sites, and the wet bath plus queen bed configuration handles two adults comfortably. The 31 gal fresh tank limits dry-camping range. Best fit: mid-size SUV-tow couples who chase compact campsites and prefer Winnebago brand at $40,952.
Frequently asked
Can a mid-size SUV tow the Hike 100 H170S?
Yes. The Winnebago Hike 100 H170S at 3,260 lb dry and a 4,000 lb GVWR is designed for mid-size SUV towing.
Does the Range Lite 211RKM have a factory inverter?
Yes, an 1,800W inverter is installed from the factory. The Hike 100 H170S has no factory inverter.
Which has more fresh water?
The Range Lite 211RKM at 55 gal has 24 gal more fresh water than the Hike 100 H170S at 31 gal.