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The B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch is a fixed, above-bed rail design built for serious towing. It’s rated for 18,000 lbs gross towing weight and a 4,500 lbs vertical load limit, giving you the strength and confidence needed for large 5th wheels and long hauls. The 3/4" thick dual jaws provide full 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact, so the trailer feels more stable under load with less movement. The gray powder-coated steel resists corrosion, keeping it reliable trip after trip.
When you’re parked on uneven terrain or dealing with binding pressure on the king pin, the cam-action handle makes disconnecting simple. Just move the handle to the open position—if there’s any binding, easing the truck forward releases it without fuss. The handle locks closed with a pin and clip, or you can add your own padlock (5/16" shackle diameter, 3" height, 2-1/4" width) for extra security when hitched.
Towing feels solid and quiet thanks to the precise fit of the dual jaws and the polyurethane bushings that cushion movement between the head and pivot arms. The head pivots both front to back and side to side, letting it follow the trailer naturally while cutting down on clanking and chucking. That smooth articulation means less strain on your rig and a more comfortable ride mile after mile.
Getting level towing setup is straightforward with four height settings from 16" to 19" and pivot arms that can be positioned forward or aft for up to 4" of adjustment. Whether you need more cab clearance or want to fine-tune trailer attitude, this simple arm placement system dials it in without extra parts or complexity.
This hitch weighs about 137 lbs total, but B&W designed it to separate into manageable sections—the head lifts off easily so one person can remove it without heavy equipment. That makes clearing the truck bed or storing the hitch much simpler between trips while keeping all the strength of a heavy-duty fixed hitch when installed.
Ratings & Reviews
John S.
11/3/2020
Still the greatest purchase. So easy and quick. Wouldnt even consider buying any other brand, will stay with B & W. Happy Campers!
David
3/7/2022
Great! I have used this product all of last year and it worked very well. I do remove it when I am not using it to tow the fifth wheel trailer. I did add a small piece of silicone material between the truck bed rails and the hitch itself to prevent the paint from being chipped and scratched.The thin piece of silicone also prevents any rattling or rubbing of metal to metal components in that area.The hitch and rails still look like new. I would recommend this product to anyone.
Frank P.
2/2/2022
Im still happy with this hitch, especially the two piece design which makes it more manageable to take in and out.
Clint S.
12/18/2023
Still enjoying the hitch and using it 8-10 times a year. I’ve begun using a smaller diameter pin in the handle so I no longer have difficulty with getting the pin out.
Susan
12/8/2022
We continue to enjoy the security and peace of mind while using this hitch. Love etrailer.
Brad V.
4/6/2020
product still works fine. Built strong and etrailer has been a go to place for truck and RV parts
Paul Y.
5/17/2019
1 year update: I absolutely love this hitch. My setup has never been tighter and quieter. Pretty sad when I hear the rattle of my truck box lid over anything that comes from the hitch. Very easy lock in and release. Very easy removal of the hitch head and base. I dont see me replacing this hitch anytime soon, after 1 year still as quiet as day one. Thank you etrailer!
Sierra K.
12/30/2021
I reached out to the manufacturer about the spring. They said the torsion spring is part of the head leveling kit and it keeps your coupler head from falling backwards. Ultimately, its purpose is to make hooking up your trailer easier. B&W does not want you using your hitch without this piece. I will email you more information.
Scott
5/31/2020
Couldnt be happier with my B&W hitch. Hands down best hitch you but. Nothing be high American quality.
Joe R.
4/6/2021
The hitch is doing great. Still as good as new.
Marc
10/11/2024
I love the hitch after one year! After trying to get a similar hitch from a dealer, I was VERY satisfied with the price. It was significantly less than what the dealer wanted to charge for a similar hitch.
Mike C.
11/19/2023
Still loving this hitch!
Mike L.
11/20/2023
Fred H.
4/11/2020
I am still very impressed with my B&W hitch. No problems whatsoever. I bought and sold heavy duty truck parts my whole life and this is as close as you can get to those products when it comes to a hitch.
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Zeke
1/19/2024
This 5th wheel hitch has been superb!! I deliver RV’s and relocate traveling nurses and doctors or people that want to relocate. I deliver across the country and I have been using this B&W for over 200k miles and it has worked flawlessly. I highly recommend it. It’s tried and true.