Comparing B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitches RVK3000 and RVK3500

Updated 07/28/2020 | Published 12/08/2018

Products Featured in This Question

B&W Companion Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs

(552)

$1099.00

B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs

(4174)

$599.00

B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs

(4674)

$1599.00

B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs

(4674)

$1199.00

B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20K

(4674)

$1699.00

Question:

We’re do the make the difference from one to the other 2000 lbs better on just the base sounds like just trying to make more money

asked by: Morgan

Expert Reply:

The B&W Companion RVK3000 was an early model that has a max weight rating of 18,000 lbs, adjustable height ranging from 14-3/4" - 16-3/4", and used U-Bolts for the installation.

The B&W Companion # BWRVK3500 was upgraded so that the weight rating is now 20,000 lbs, has a higher adjustable height range of 16-1/4" - 18-1/4" (which is more common), and has a single point for mounting which makes it easier to use.

It wasn't that the older systems were bad, B&W just saw where they could make some improvements and did so. If you are wanting to use this with the 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 that you selected as your vehicle then you would need the Gooseneck Hitch # BWGNRK1016 to mount the Companion.

Please note that if you have the short bed then you would need the sliding Companion # BWRVK3400-5W instead. These options are if you don't have the OEM prep package. If you do have the OEM prep package then you need part # BWRVK3700 for the long bed or part # BWRVK3770 for the short bed.

Some review videos have been linked for you to check out.

expert reply by: Jon G

Jeff B.

7/23/2020

What is the difference between the RVK3300 and RVK3305. They look identical. How come one is rated 5K heavier? Is there any actual difference?

Chris R.

7/28/2020

They certainly look identical, however the actual construction of the base is what separates the two and dictates the weight capacity. The weight rating is the only difference between these two models, so if you think you might push a 20K limit, you'll definitely want to go with the 25K # BWRVK3305.