A Pataskala, Ohio, dealership is giving travel trailer shoppers in the state two new floorplans to weigh against each other, a move that matters because the choice between a compact bunkhouse and a larger family layout can determine whether a buyer's existing tow vehicle and campsite plans are compatible with the purchase. Rona RV LLC is featuring the 2027 Open Range Colt 17BH and Colt 26DB in its current inventory, according to an announcement from the company.
The two models differ sharply in size and capacity. The Colt 17BH is listed at 21 feet with a weight of 3,030 pounds and sleeping space for up to five people, making it an option for buyers who want a relatively compact trailer with dedicated bunk space. The Colt 26DB stretches to 29 feet, weighs 4,925 pounds and sleeps up to eight, with a bunkhouse configuration and a front bedroom that create separate sleeping areas.
For shoppers comparing RVs in Ohio, those figures provide a practical starting point. The shorter, lighter 17BH may appeal to households with smaller tow vehicles or tighter storage arrangements, while the 26DB's longer body and higher sleeping capacity target larger families and groups. The dealership cautions that buyers should check manufacturer specifications, including weight ratings and hitch requirements, against their own tow vehicle before deciding whether either model fits their plans.
The announcement also underscores a broader point about RV shopping: sleeping capacity alone is an incomplete measure of suitability. Trailer length, unloaded and loaded weights, hitch setup, storage and the type of trips a buyer expects to take all shape whether a model works in practice. Rona RV frames its listings around that comparison process for customers researching travel trailer sales in Ohio.
"Whether customers are planning a long road trip or a weekend getaway, we offer a range of new and used RVs to suit different travel needs. Our goal is to help each buyer find an RV that fits their plans and makes getting on the road easier," said Doug McFarland, General Manager at Rona RV LLC.
Beyond the two travel trailers, the dealership offers new and used RVs, parts and accessories, service and repairs, trade-in options and financing pre-qualification, giving buyers a local point of contact through the purchase and ownership process. The company also notes that people searching for motorhomes in Ohio can ask about the current selection, though the inventory covered in this announcement primarily features travel trailers and fifth wheels.
Because inventory, equipment and availability can change, the dealership advises customers to confirm the details of a specific unit before making travel or purchasing plans. The announcement's emphasis on verifying specifications and stock status reflects the reality that RV buyers often compare models online before visiting a lot, and a mismatch between listed features and actual availability can waste a trip. For Ohio shoppers, the addition of two distinct Colt floorplans at a single Pataskala location means the size-versus-capacity trade-off can be examined side by side, with the dealership positioned in Ohio as a local resource for that comparison.
