Gooseneck Trailer Hitch Information and Review
Gooseneck hitches are rated for 25,000 to 30,000 lbs Rail kits offered are rated for a lower capacity to meet non-commercial towing standards When used with the proper rail kit, the Gooseneck System is designed to match the towing capacity of your vehicle NOTE: Remember that any towing system is only as strong as its weakest link. You will be limited by the tow rating of your vehicle.
The only visible portions of the hitch are the safety chain loops and the 2-5/16 inch ball which extends through a 3-1/2 or 4 inch hole in the bed Vehicle specific rail kits are mounted underneath the bed; most kits do not require drilling for installation
This system allows you to retain maximum usage of your truck bed Ball can be flipped and stored under the bed surface Safety chain loops are spring loaded to stay tight against the bed surface when not being used
Only the safety chain loops and the ball extend above the bed Includes underbed installation rails
Hitch lets you use all of your truck bed when you aren't towing Ball stores upside down - out of the way but close at hand Square ball base prevents ball from turning when you hook up Keeps ball hole lined up to easily connect to hitch handle
Custom accessories mount into gooseneck ball hole B&W Companion hitch lets you tow a 5th-wheel trailer
Sits slightly above the truck bed, but allows full truck bed use when not towing Depending on style, ball is removable or will fold down below bed surface
Units are less expensive, but the installation can be more involved Requires cutting a larger hole in the truck bed
These hitches have the advantage of simple reliable operation, and the mounting rail kits use existing holes in the vehicle frame
Perfect for hauling the fifth wheel camper on the weekend and the bobcat during the week Units mount to your existing fifth wheel rails, providing maximum flexibility by allowing the user to switch from fifth wheel hitch to gooseneck hitch in moments
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