Wilkins RV has added the 2026 Jayco Jay Flight SLX 170BH to its inventory at the Nichols location. The single-axle lightweight travel trailer features a bunkhouse floor plan with a front queen bed, rear double bunks, and a convertible dinette that provides sleeping accommodations for up to five people. The unit measures 21 feet 3 inches in exterior length with an unloaded vehicle weight of 3,025 pounds, a hitch weight of 320 pounds, and a GVWR of 3,750 pounds.
Standard features include a 10-foot power awning, full bath with shower, two-burner cooktop, 3.3 cubic-foot 12V refrigerator, tankless water heater, 19,000 BTU furnace, and 8,000 BTU air conditioning. Tank capacities consist of 30 gallons fresh water, 20 gallons gray, and 20 gallons black. The model incorporates nitrogen-filled radial tires and a Magnum Truss roof system as part of the Jay Flight SLX series updates for the 2026 model year.
Dustin Morgan, General Manager at Wilkins RV Nichols, addressed the addition of the new unit. "The 2026 Jayco Jay Flight SLX 170BH weighs approximately 3,000 pounds unloaded, making it straightforward to tow while providing sleeping space for up to five through its front queen bed, rear bunks, and convertible dinette. The compact 21-foot footprint allows easier maneuvering and parking, and the unit includes a full bath, power awning, and functional kitchen along with heating and cooling systems."
Morgan noted, “For over 20 years, the Jay Flight series has been recognized as one of the leading travel trailers, with the SLX line emphasizing easy setup and durable construction for family use.”
The 2026 Jayco Jay Flight SLX 170BH forms part of Jayco's single-axle lightweight travel trailer series suitable for family adventures. Its configuration supports towing by a variety of mid-size vehicles. The model is now available in the current dealership stock at the Nichols location. Manufacturer-suggested retail pricing for comparable units in the 2026 Jay Flight SLX series starts in the range of $17,000 to $24,000 before dealer preparation, freight, and options, with actual transaction prices determined through standard sales processes.
Wilkins RV maintains a broad selection of new and pre-owned RVs from multiple manufacturers, including Jayco RVs, Grand Design RV, Keystone RV, Alliance RV, Forest River RV, Newmar Motor Coaches, Gulf Stream RV, and Coachmen RV. Available categories encompass travel trailers, fifth wheels, motorhomes, and toy haulers. The dealership provides sales, rentals, parts, service, collision repair, and financing to support customers throughout the ownership process.
The addition expands options for customers seeking lightweight travel trailer configurations within the dealership's Jayco inventory. The stocking of this bunkhouse model at the Nichols location strengthens the dealership's offerings in the lightweight travel trailer segment. Regional customers now have direct access to this specific configuration amid sustained demand for single-axle models that accommodate family travel without requiring heavy-duty towing vehicles.
Industry trends show continued interest in towable recreational vehicles that deliver practical layouts and essential amenities in a compact package. The lightweight construction contributes to improved fuel efficiency during towing. This supports ongoing demand for versatile camping solutions that balance comfort and ease of transport.
Wilkins RV operates as a family-owned RV dealership established in 1936 when Charles Wilkins started an auto detailing business in Hornell, New York. The company transitioned into recreational vehicle sales in the 1950s, with Ron Wilkins leading expansion from the early 1960s. Brian Wilkins assumed ownership in 2004 as the third generation and grew the business to six locations across New York in Nichols, Bath, Brewerton, Waterloo, Churchville, and Syracuse. This history reflects the dealership's ongoing focus on quality service in the recreational vehicle sector.
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For more information about Wilkins RV of Nichols, contact the company here:
Wilkins RV of Nichols
Brian Wilkins - President
800-634-2357
sales@wilkinsrv.com
67 Sackett Creek Road
Nichols, NY 13812