Highland Ridge Range Lite 280MKI vs Jayco Jay Feather 27BH
2026 Travel Trailer comparison · side-by-side specs, verdict, and who each is best for.
Quick verdict
Two family-oriented Travel Trailer options at $355 separation deliver different sleep counts and feature priorities. The Highland Ridge Range Lite 280MKI is 33.17 ft, 6,960 lb dry, sleeps 6, $50,850, with king bed, bunkhouse, 1,800W inverter, 200W solar, 50-amp shore, four-season, theater seating, and 55-gal fresh. The Jayco Jay Feather 27BH is 32.25 ft, 6,490 lb dry, sleeps 8, $50,495, with bunks, single slide, four-season Climate Shield (tested 0-100F), 200W solar, residential 12V fridge, outdoor kitchen, theater seating, InVision appliances.
The Jayco Jay Feather 27BH sleeps two more (8 vs 6), is 470 lb lighter, has the outdoor kitchen and 12V fridge, and undercuts price by $355. The Highland Ridge Range Lite 280MKI counters with the 1,800W inverter, 50-amp shore, and king bed - the off-grid power package that the Jayco lacks.
Verdict: pick the Jayco Jay Feather 27BH at $50,495 for the larger sleep count, outdoor kitchen, and lighter tow weight. Pick the Highland Ridge Range Lite 280MKI at $50,850 if 1,800W of off-grid inverter power and a king bed are the priority.
Side-by-side specs
| Highland Ridge Range Lite 280MKI | Jayco Jay Feather 27BH | |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $50,850 | $50,495 |
| Length | 33'2" | 32'3" |
| Dry weight | 6,960 lbs | 6,490 lbs |
| GVWR | 8,850 lbs | 8,200 lbs |
| Sleeps | 6 | 8 |
| Slides | — | 1 |
| Fresh tank | 55 gal | 55 gal |
| Grey tank | 71 gal | 76 gal |
| Black tank | 30.5 gal | 38 gal |
| LP | — | 40 gal |
| Solar | 200W | 200W |
| Inverter | 1800W | — |
| Generator | — | — |
| Bath | — | full |
| Bed | king | bunks |
| 4-season | Yes | Yes |
| Off-road | No | No |
| Outdoor kitchen | No | Yes |
| Washer/dryer | none | none |
| Residential fridge | No | Yes |
Where Highland Ridge Range Lite 280MKI wins
- 1,800W inverter standard for off-grid runs
- 50-amp shore service
- King bed plus bunkhouse for sleeps 6
- 71-gal grey vs 76 on the Jayco (similar)
- Theater seating with four-season build
Where Jayco Jay Feather 27BH wins
- Sleeps 8 vs 6 on the Range Lite
- 470 lb lighter dry (6,490 vs 6,960)
- $355 cheaper at $50,495
- Single slide expands floor space
- Outdoor kitchen, 12V fridge, Climate Shield 0-100F
Pick the Highland Ridge Range Lite 280MKI if…
Boondock-ready families who want a king bed and 1,800W of inverter power in a 33-ft bunkhouse. The Highland Ridge Range Lite 280MKI at $50,850 stacks 50-amp shore, four-season, and the off-grid electrical package that competitors charge thousands extra to add. Skip it if you need 8 sleeping positions or the outdoor kitchen.
Pick the Jayco Jay Feather 27BH if…
Larger families who want 8 sleeping positions, outdoor cooking, and the 12V residential fridge. The Jayco Jay Feather 27BH at $50,495 brings the InVision appliance suite and Climate Shield tested 0-100F at the lighter 6,490-lb dry weight. Best fit for tailgaters with bigger crews.
Frequently asked
Which sleeps more people?
The Jayco Jay Feather 27BH sleeps 8 with bunks and slide. The Highland Ridge Range Lite 280MKI sleeps 6 with bunkhouse plus king.
Which has the bigger inverter?
The Highland Ridge Range Lite 280MKI ships with an 1,800W inverter. The Jayco Jay Feather 27BH does not list an inverter.
Which has the outdoor kitchen?
Only the Jayco Jay Feather 27BH has an outdoor kitchen. The Highland Ridge Range Lite 280MKI does not list one.