2017 Jayco Jay Flight SLX 154bh Specs

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This RV's GVWR
3,200 lbs
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Safe Towing Capacity
80%
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Mint Score

Overall Score
2.9
out of 5
Tow-Ready Score
4.4/ 5
Living Space & Layout
2.8/ 5
Comfort & Features
2.7/ 5
Storage Space
2.8/ 5
Off-Grid & Campsites
2.0/ 5

About the 2017 Jayco Jay Flight SLX 154bh

Compact and lightweight, the 2017 Jay Flight SLX 154bh is a fantastic choice for couples or small families looking for a towable travel trailer that’s easy to maneuver. At just 17.8 feet and a dry weight of 2,520 lbs, it’s easily towable by most SUVs. Inside, you’ll find a comfortable living area along with a well-equipped kitchen, plus sleeping space for four. With ample storage and essential features like air conditioning and a bathroom with a shower, this trailer provides the essentials for your next getaway.

What We Love

Large Pass-Through Storage Exterior Speakers Vinyl Flooring Throughout Water Heater Bypass

Consider This

Small Fresh Tank Low Payload Capacity (<1000 lbs)

Specifications by Category

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Towing & Dimensions

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
GVWR 3200 lbs Class 4 Receiver Shop Receivers -
Dry Weight 2520 lbs CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller Shop Weight Distributing Hitches -
Hitch Weight 315 lbs ReeseTrailer Hitch Shop Hitches -
Payload Capacity 680 lbs Coil SumoSprings Shop Suspension Kits -
Length 214 in Furrion Backup Camera Shop Cameras -
Width 85 in Clip On Mirrors Shop Mirrors -
Interior Height 73 in - - -
Exterior Height 109.3 in Telescoping Ladder Shop Ladders -
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GVWR
3200 lbs
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Safety Essential
Class 4 Receiver
4.5
Dry Weight
2520 lbs
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CURT WD Hitch & Sway Controller
4.5
Hitch Weight
315 lbs
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Safety Essential
ReeseTrailer Hitch
4.5
Payload Capacity
680 lbs
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Recommended
Coil SumoSprings
4.5
Length
214 in
Details
Recommended
Furrion Backup Camera
4.5
Width
85 in
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Recommended
Clip On Mirrors
Interior Height
73 in
Exterior Height
109.3 in
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Recommended
Telescoping Ladder
4.5

Tank Capacities

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Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks 1 - - -
Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks 1 - - -
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks 1 - - -
Fresh Water Tank Capacity 10 gal 12 Gal Tank Fresh Water Tanks -
Gray Water Tank Capacity 15 gal - - -
Black Water Tank Capacity 9 gal - Back Water Tanks -
Number Of Propane Tanks 1 - - -
Propane Tank Capacity 30 lbs 30Lb Propane Tank Propane Tank Capacity -
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Number Of Fresh Water Holding Tanks
1
Number Of Gray Water Holding Tanks
1
Number Of Black Water Holding Tanks
1
Fresh Water Tank Capacity
10 gal
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12 Gal Tank
Gray Water Tank Capacity
15 gal
Black Water Tank Capacity
9 gal
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Number Of Propane Tanks
1
Propane Tank Capacity
30 lbs
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Recommended
30Lb Propane Tank

Tires & Wheels

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Spare Tire Location Exterior Mounted - - -
Front Brake Type Not Applicable - - -
Rear Tire 15 Inch Radial Full Spec - - -
Wheels Composition Steel - - -
Rear Wheel Diameter 15 - - -
Rear Brake Type Electric Drum - - -
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Spare Tire Location
Exterior Mounted
Front Brake Type
Not Applicable
Rear Tire
15 Inch Radial Full Spec
Wheels Composition
Steel
Rear Wheel Diameter
15
Rear Brake Type
Electric Drum

Heating & Cooling

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Air Conditioning Type Automatic Dometic 13.5K Air Conditioner Shop All RV AC -
Water Heater Tank Capacity 6 g RV Tank Water Heater RV Water Heaters -
Heater Type Automatic - - -
Water Heater Pump Power Mode Propane - - -
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Air Conditioning Type
Automatic
Details
Recommended
Dometic 13.5K Air Conditioner
4.3
Water Heater Tank Capacity
6 g
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Recommended
RV Tank Water Heater
4.4
Heater Type
Automatic
Water Heater Pump Power Mode
Propane

Living Room / Bedroom(s)

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Number Of Bathrooms 1 - - -
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds 1 - - -
Living Area Location Front - - -
Number Of Bunk Beds 2 - - -
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Number Of Bathrooms
1
Number Of Convertible / Sofa Beds
1
Living Area Location
Front
Number Of Bunk Beds
2

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Kitchen / Dining

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Kitchen Table Configuration Bench Seats - - -
Refrigerator Power Mode Electric / Propane - - -
Kitchen Location Center - - -
Number Of Oven Burners 2 - - -
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Refrigerator Size Compact - - -
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Kitchen Table Configuration
Bench Seats
Refrigerator Power Mode
Electric / Propane
Kitchen Location
Center
Number Of Oven Burners
2
Kitchen / Living Area Flooring Type
Vinyl
Refrigerator Size
Compact

Bathroom

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Bathroom Flooring Type Vinyl - - -
Toilet Type Plastic RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment Toilets Top 5
Bathroom Location Rear - - -
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Bathroom Flooring Type
Vinyl
Toilet Type
Plastic
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RV Toilet with Sprayer Attachment
Bathroom Location
Rear

Exterior

Specs Value Buy Shop All Top 5
Awning Length 10 ft/m Awning Fabric Replacement All Awnings -
Number of Awnings 1 Motorized RV Awning Set Shop Awnings -
Leveling Jack Type Front Manual / Rear Manual - - -
Number Of Axles 1 - - -
Sidewall Construction Aluminum - - -
Number Of Emergency Exits 1 - - -
Number of Doors 1 - - -
Door Type Curtain - - -
Body Material Wood - - -
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Awning Length
10 ft/m
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Awning Fabric Replacement
4.6
Number of Awnings
1
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Recommended
Motorized RV Awning Set
4.4
Leveling Jack Type
Front Manual / Rear Manual
Number Of Axles
1
Sidewall Construction
Aluminum
Number Of Emergency Exits
1
Number of Doors
1
Door Type
Curtain
Body Material
Wood

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Options

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Sliding Glass Door No - - -
Air Conditioning Prewiring Yes - - -
Overhead Fan Yes Overhead Fan - -
Satellite No - - -
Water Heater Tank Bypass Yes - - -
Heated No - - -
Power Retractable Awning Yes - - -
TV Antenna Prewiring Yes - - -
Bunkhouse Yes - - -
Screened Room No - - -
Metallic No - - -
Refrigerator Standard - - -
Washer / Dryer Prewiring No - - -
Heat Prewiring Yes - - -
Surround Sound No - - -
Battery Power Converter Yes - - -
Phone Prewiring No - - -
Satellite Prewiring No - - -
Interior Wood Finish Yes - - -
Power Retractable Slideout No - - -
Wallpaper Yes - - -
Cable Prewiring Yes - - -
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Sliding Glass Door
No
Air Conditioning Prewiring
Yes
Overhead Fan
Yes
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Overhead Fan
4.2
Satellite
No
Water Heater Tank Bypass
Yes
Heated
No
Power Retractable Awning
Yes
TV Antenna Prewiring
Yes
Bunkhouse
Yes
Screened Room
No
Metallic
No
Refrigerator
Standard
Washer / Dryer Prewiring
No
Heat Prewiring
Yes
Surround Sound
No
Battery Power Converter
Yes
Phone Prewiring
No
Satellite Prewiring
No
Interior Wood Finish
Yes
Power Retractable Slideout
No
Wallpaper
Yes
Cable Prewiring
Yes

Entertainment

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Speaker Location Interior / Exterior RecPro Exterior Speakers - -
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Speaker Location
Interior / Exterior
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RecPro Exterior Speakers
4.4

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Instrumentation

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Number Of Radios 1 - - -
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Number Of Radios
1

Quick Overview

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Parent Company Thor Industries - - -
Year 2017 - - -
Make Jayco - - -
Display Name Jay Flight SLX 154BH - - -
Class Travel Trailer - - -
Max Sleeping Count 4 - - -
Introduction Year 2011 - - -
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Parent Company
Thor Industries
Year
2017
Make
Jayco
Display Name
Jay Flight SLX 154BH
Class
Travel Trailer
Max Sleeping Count
4
Introduction Year
2011

How We Scored This RV

Our MintRV Rating analyzes over 50 specifications across 5 key dimensions. Each dimension starts at 5.0 points and adjusts based on how this RV's specs compare to others in its class. Below is exactly how we calculated each score for this travel trailer.

Tow-Ready Score
8.8/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +3.8
Final Tow-Ready Score 8.8
Living Space & Layout
5.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.5
Final Living Space & Layout 5.5
Comfort & Features
5.3/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.3
Final Comfort & Features 5.3
Storage Space
5.5/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages +0.5
Final Storage Space 5.5
Off-Grid & Campsites
4.0/10
Base Score 5.0
Spec-based adjustments Based on Travel Trailer class averages -1.0
Final Off-Grid & Campsites 4.0
About Our Rating Methodology

MintRV Ratings are calculated using verified manufacturer specifications. We compare each RV against others in its class type and weight category. Scores are updated when new specs become available. Learn more about our methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

To safely tow the 2017 Jayco Jay Flight SLX 154bh, ensure your vehicle's rated tow capacity exceeds its GVWR of 3200 lbs. With a dry weight of 2520 lbs and hitch weight of 315 lbs, most midsize trucks and SUVs can tow it comfortably with a 10-20% safety margin.

This Travel Trailer has a dry weight of 2520 lbs and a GVWR of 3200 lbs, giving a payload capacity of 680 lbs for gear, water, and supplies.

The approximate dimensions are length 214 in., width 85 in., and height 109 in. Always confirm clearances for garages, storage, and campsites.

The Jay Flight SLX 154bh includes a fresh water capacity of gallons, black water tank(s), and lbs of propane capacity-ideal for off-grid weekends.

Many Jay Flight SLX 154bh owners add a weight-distribution hitch, brake controller, leveling system, and portable generator to improve towing comfort. Solar kits, backup cameras, and upgraded tires are also popular upgrades.

With a GVWR of 3200 lbs and dry weight of 2520 lbs, the Jay Flight SLX 154bh is light enough for smaller tow vehicles yet rugged enough for light off-road travel. Add solar, extra propane, and a generator for extended off-grid stays.

This floorplan sleeps up to 4 people comfortably - perfect for couples or small families seeking a lightweight, easy-tow Travel Trailer.

The Jay Flight SLX 154bh features body construction with sidewalls and 1 axle(s). Its GVWR of 3200 lbs ensures strength without excessive towing weight.
?? Tip: Always check your vehicle's specific towing capacity in the owner's manual. Consider payload and tongue weight too!

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