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Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches

Part Number: RP56016-53
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5th Wheel Hitch Rails
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Heavy-duty, custom brackets dramatically reduce the amount of drilling and time required to install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch. Outboard design ensures simple access to mounting points. Brackets, 10-bolt base rails and hardware included. 1-800-940-8924 to order Reese 5th wheel hitch rails part number RP56016-53 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Reese products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches. 5th Wheel Hitch Rails reviews from real customers.
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Reese 5th Wheel Hitch Rails - RP56016-53

  • Above the Bed
  • Custom
  • Reese

Heavy-duty, custom brackets dramatically reduce the amount of drilling and time required to install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch. Outboard design ensures simple access to mounting points. Brackets, 10-bolt base rails and hardware included.


Features:

  • Installation brackets mount beneath your truck bed to provide attachment points for 5th-wheel rails
  • Base rails sit in truck bed and allow installation of 5th-wheel trailer hitch
  • Fast, simple installation with outboard design
    • Extended-length base rails allow for mounting farther out from truck frame
      • Avoids underbed components for easier access
      • Cuts down installation time by more than half compared with universal kits
    • Custom brackets mount to existing holes in truck frame, minimizing drilling and measuring
  • Thoroughly tested kit is compliant with strict Society of Automotive Engineers guidelines
  • Kit includes brackets, 10-bolt rails and Grade-8 hardware
  • Compatible with B&W, Curt, Demco Hijacker Premier Series, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Husky, Reese, and Valley above-bed 5th-wheel trailer hitches
  • Sturdy, black powder coated steel resists corrosion


Specs:

  • Base rail dimensions: 48" long x 1-7/8" tall
  • Limited lifetime warranty


Reese's outboard installation kit for your fifth-wheel trailer hitch was designed with safety and convenience in mind. Just like the original custom mounting brackets, these brackets install using existing holes in the truck frame, minimizing installation time. The biggest difference with this outboard kit is the extended-length rails. These above-bed rails are 5 inches longer than standard, universal fifth-wheel rails so that they will match up with the mounting points on the brackets, which sit below the bed and outside of your truck's frame. The result is a much simpler installation process, wherein most underbed components can be easily avoided. Because you are working outside the frame rails, you also have easier access with your tools and more room to work, making the whole process less of a pain.


The base rails included in this installation kit feature a standard 10-bolt design. Each of these rails attaches to the underbed brackets with two carriage bolts at both ends. A single bolt is used in the center of each rail to further secure it in your truck bed. The result is a set of base rails that remains firmly in place thanks to 10 points of contact.


This entire installation kit is built to be SAE J2638 compliant and has been extensively tested per specified accelerated-life-cycle criteria for fifth-wheel trailer hitches. The requirements for testing are based on the European-style test of 900,000 cycles, making this testing process among the most thorough and intensive in the industry.



56016 Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Brackets for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches

30153 Reese Extended Length Fifth Wheel Installation Rails

Replaces RP56002-53

Installation Details RP56016-53 Installation instructions

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Ratings & Reviews

4.8

17 reviews
Heavy-duty, custom brackets dramatically reduce the amount of drilling and time required to install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch. Outboard design ensures simple access to mounting points. Brackets, 10-bolt base rails and hardware included.

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2013 Ford F-250 Super Duty

Delivery time was very reasonable, installation of rails and frame brackets straight forward and relatively simple. I went to extra lengths to try and get them in exactly as per recommended measurements. Not sure in 1/8 to 1/16 inch off would be an issue, so I worked until I nailed it exactly. Haven't picked up the new 5th wheel yet, but anticipating no problems. 2013 F250 diesel crew cab short bed.



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2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty

The brackets and rails were a perfect fit, really easy and fast to install, took me 2 hours from start to finish.



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Product was on back order for some time which was out of etrailers control , once product was in very quick response and shipping . Thanks

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Michael H.

12/15/2017

I really like the hitch, install took a little time but every thing went in as planned , the best part is easy hook up to the fifth wheel . I also installed the power cord which just plugged into the factory plugs drilled a hole in the side of the inner bed were I wanted it and done . I would like to thank your company for the quick delivery even though the hitch was on back order which is not your fault. I appreciate all the help from the staff at etrailer and will order from you again when parts or other items are needed . Thank you for your follow up and have a great Christmas and a Happy new year .



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2012 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty

Ordered a Reece custom fifth wheel bracket kit with rails. It was delivered in a timely manner and I installed it myself. Went right on with no problems. I do wish the instructions had mentioned what to do when you have a bracket hole hitting the bed cross members. I had to drive the shims between the bed and cross members to keep the bed from collapsing.



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2012 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty

Overall product is great, the construction is heavy duty gauge metal for better strength, much better that what I was sold at the dealership in the past.
Installation was easy and straight forward.



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2014 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty

I just received my order to day everythings here and looks to be in good shape it took 5 days to get here weekend included.I think that's great very happy so far.I haven't installed any thing yet being 15 degrees out and no garage but when I do i know etrailer will be there to help great company I will continue to do business with them with confidence.



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Free shipping, arrived in 4 days. Very robust product. Good instructions.



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2013 Ford F-250 Super Duty

Great service staff. Easy install on my 2013 F250. Highly recommend etrailer and will buy from them again.



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Super easy to install!!! The outboard rails make I'm talking this a piece of cake. I definitely recommend this product if your looking for a hassle free installation. I will definitely order this again when the time comes!



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Fit perfectly on my Ford F250 as it was designed for and easy to install.



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This was a great addition to the hitch



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Easy install



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2012 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty

Arrived on time and was very easy to install took about two hour great product I would buy again.



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  • What 5th Wheel Rails Go With The Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Brackets RP56015
    Hello Dennis, thanks for reaching out. The Reese bracket kit # RP56015 is designed to work with the extended length rails part # RP30153. These are 48" long overall. What Reese hitch do you have?
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  • Outboard Reese Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Fit Confirmation for 2016 Ford F-350 Rail Location Dimension
    For your 2016 Ford F-350 short bed (or long bed) the Outboard Reese Rail Kit part # RP56016-53 that you have is listed as a fit. Since this is a custom fit, outboard kit it will be the easiest kit to install. The frame brackets being on the outside of the frame makes things much easier. The center of the jaws of the hitch will end up approximate 7/8 of an inch in front of the rear axle center. From the rear edge of the truck bed to the rear edge of the rear rail will measure 27-5/8 inches.
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  • Recommended 5th Wheel Sliding Hitch For 2015 Ford F-250 4x4 and Gooseneck Trailer
    The Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs # DM8550034 is an excellent hitch for your 2015 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4x4. I personally think this is the best hitch available for short bed trucks because it has the autoslide ability to give you the clearance you need for safe turning. This hitch connects to industry standard 5th wheel rails, so I recommend the Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation...
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  • Are Firestone Air Bags Compatible With Reese Quick-Install Brackets and Rails on 2015 Ford F-350
    Yes, the Firestone # F2703 are compatible with the Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit # RP56016-53. The # RP56016 brackets mount on the outboard side of the frame rails on your F-350, and the air bags will install on the inboard side. I also recommend adding an onboard air compressor like the Firestone Air Command II # F2219. This will allow you to control the air pressure wherever you go from the cab of your truck. It is a dual path system so you can control the air...
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  • Converting a 2015 Ford F-350 with Gooseneck Hitch to Tow a 5th Wheel Trailer
    Gooseneck and fifth wheel hitches are for the most part separate hitches. The exception is the factory system available on trucks as an option, but this is directly from the factory and not an aftermarket product. There is the Reese Elite that you mentioned, part # RP30126, that's an aftermarket puck system very similar to the factory system. It even has a goosneck head, part # RP30138, that can be added to have both hitches. But there aren't any universal puck systems that can be added...
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  • Installation Instructions for Fifth Wheel Install Kit on 2013 Ford F-250
    The exact instructions that you need will depend on which rail kit you have. Here's a list of the kits we have that will fit your 2013 Ford F-250 and we have the installation instructions for you: Reese # RP56016-53 # RP30126 # RP50026-58 # RP30035 B&W # BWRVK2401 Curt # C16424-204 Demco # DM8553000-12 # DM8552000-71 The install details are attached for each kit. As well as a video on several of them.
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  • Can Outboard Base Rails # RP30153 and Outboard Brackets # RP56016 be Used for Reese 16K Hitch
    The Reese Universal Outboard Base Rails # RP30153 will work with the Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Brackets # RP56016 but they are only designed to fit the following vehicles: 2011 - 2014 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty 6-3/4 Foot Bed without Factory Rail Kit 2015 - 2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty 6-3/4 Foot Bed without Factory Rail Kit 2015 - 2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty 6-3/4 Foot Bed without Factory Rail Kit 2011 - 2014 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty 8 Foot Bed without Factory Rail...
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  • Will a Reese 12K 5th Wheel Hitch Work on a 2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty
    I have several hitches that will work with your new 2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty, but based on the information we have, your 12K Reese 5th wheel hitch will not work with anything that is made these days. The only 12K 5th wheel hitch that Reese had was made between 1985 and 1990 and it was actually made by another company called Owens Classic. Reese dropped that line in 1990 and released their own 5th wheel line, so anything sold by Reese that was made before 1990 will not fit anything made...
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  • Could Reese Fifth Wheel Rail Kit be Used with Pullrite Fifth Wheel Hitch
    There are some versions of the Pullrite Superglide hitches that are designed to fit industry standard rails which is what the bracket kit part # RP56016 is designed to work with. Which we have this as a kit with rails with part # RP56016-53 but if you have a hitch that is designed to fit the Pullrite rails we don't have a solution. Typically Pullrite puts "ISR" on their hitches that use industry standard rails like this as well as I know the 2700 is for this type of rail too.
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  • Determining if PullRite 5th Wheel Hitch Will Fit Reese Custom Base Rails for 2014 Ford F-250
    As you mentioned, the Reese Quick-Install Custom Base Rails and Outboard Installation Kit # RP56016-53 is indeed confirmed to fit your 2014 Ford F-250. This custom-fit kit will provide industry-standard, above-bed base rails in the bed of your truck. In order to determine if your existing PullRite 5th Wheel Hitch will fit these rails, you will need to know if it is compatible with industry-standard base rails. PullRite manufacturers a few different model hitches, some of which are compatible...
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  • Will RBW X-16 Fit Industry Standard Above Bed Rails on 2012 Ford F-250
    The Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP56016-53 will give your 2012 Ford F-250 industry-standard rails, allowing you to use fifth-wheel hitches that mount 22” front to back and either 20-5/8” or 29” wide. From my research the RBW X-16 fifth wheel hitch will fit industry-standard rails but if you will want to take a quick measurement of the hitch legs from front to back as well as their width to verify this.
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  • Comparing The Reese 48 Inch Rails With The Reese 43 Inch Rails For 5th Wheel Hitches On 2015 F-250
    On your 2015 Ford F-250, rail kit # RP50026-58 and rail kit # RP56016-53 are both a confirmed fit with custom brackets for your vehicle. If you want the easier to install outboard kit, the # RP56016-53 will give you more room to work on your F-250. The benefit of the longer rail of 48 inches versus the 43 inch rail # RP50026-58 is only the ease of install and aesthetic. Both rails will fit the industry standard 5th wheel hitches made by B&W, Curt, Demco Hijacker Premier Series, Draw-Tite,...
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  • What is the Difference Between Reese Custom 5th Wheel Brackets # RP56016-53 and # RP50026-58
    These brackets are very similar and have very close instructions when it comes to install as well. There is about a 5 inch difference in the location of where these brackets are installed and then when you get towards the end of the instructions there are a few difference like the torque specifications. Other than the size of the base rails, there really are no big differences.
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  • Fifth Wheel Rail Mounting Bracket Compatibility with 2012 and 2015 Ford F-250 with 6-3/4 Foot Bed
    The Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Brackets # RP56016 will fit both the 2015 Ford F-250 and 2012 Ford F-250 with 6-3/4 foot beds. If you want the brackets and rails, then you will use the Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # RP56016-53.
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  • Reese Rail Kit for Valley 5th Wheel Hitch in a 2015 Ford F-250 Super Duty
    You will need the Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches Item # RP56016-53 for your Valley 5th Wheel Hitch to work in your 2015 Ford F-250 Super Duty. This is a custom fit bracket and rail kit that is compatible with both the 6 3/4' and 8' beds of that model year. I recommend the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector - 7' Long item # C56070 for an in bed 7-way connector.
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  • Does Reese Fifth Wheel Rail Kit part # RP56016-53 Come with All Needed Install Hardware
    The Reese Outboard Rail Kit part # RP56016-53 that you referenced comes with all hardware needed. That means all of the hardware that installs the brackets to your truck and all of the hardware that installs the rails to the brackets. I attached an install video for this rail kit for you to check out as well.
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  • Does Reese Fifth Wheel Rail Kit part # RP56016-53 Fit 2014 Ford F-250 Short Bed
    For your 2014 Ford F-250 short bed without the factory rail kit the Reese rail kit part # RP56016-53 is a confirmed fit and would work well for you. It will work perfectly with your Reese 16k fifth wheel hitch as well.
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  • Replacement Base Rails For A 2015 Ford F-350 Super Duty With Reese Pro Series 5th Wheel Hitch
    You will need the Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches, part # RP56016-53, for your 2015 Ford F-350 Super-Duty. If you are in need of a 7-way connector for your vehicle, I recommend the Pollak 5th Wheel / Gooseneck T-Connector with 7-Pole - Ford, GM, Dodge, Nissan w/ Factory Plug, part # PK11893-11932. I have included a product description link, a video link of these rails being installed on 2016 Ford F-250, and a video link...
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  • Recommended 5th Wheel Rail Kit for a 2016 Ford F-250
    Yes, they are! Both the Reese item # RP56016-53 and the Curt item # C16424-204 5th wheel rails are compatible with your B&W Patriot Hitch item # BWRVK3270. These rail systems are also custom fit for the 2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty. I have linked installation videos below for both sets of rails. I recommend going with whichever one is more affordable. To make towing with a 5th wheel easier. I recommend adding the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness item # C56000. This harness...
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  • Fifth Wheel Installation Frame Brackets for 2013 Ford F250 SD
    The Reese Outboard Quick Install Brackets you referenced, part # RP50082 are a fit for 1999-2010 F250 models, but wouldn't be a fit for your 2013 model. For a 2013 model, for outboard brackets, you would need the # RP56016-53 bracket and rail kit. This kit includes the hardware to mount the brackets to the frame, the 48 inch long bed rails and all hardware.
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  • Custom Rails And Brackets Compatible With 2015 Ford F-250
    The Reese Quick-Install Custom Base Rails and Outboard Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP56016-53 confirmed to fit your 2015 Ford F-250 uses the # RP30153 Reese Extended Length Fifth Wheel Installation Rails and the # RP56016 Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Brackets for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches. The # RP50026 brackets not a fit for the outboard 48 inch rails, but are a fit for the 43 Inch rails # RP58058.
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  • Recommended 5th Wheel Bed Rails and Compatibility with Plastic Bed Liner in 2015 Ford F-350 6.5 ft
    For your 2015 Ford F-350, I recommend the Reese Quick-Install Custom Base Rails and Outboard Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP56016-53. These outboard rails make it far easier to install the rails and also give you additional 3/4 inch height which helps with the taller bed rails. You will need to trim the bed liner for the 5th wheel rails. I've attached a video to assist. I also recommend using a sliding hitch for your short bed truck. For a manual sliding option,...
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  • Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch And Wiring For 2015 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 6-3/4 Foot Bed
    Your 2015 Ford F-250 Crew Cab SRW 4x4 with 6.7L Diesel is rated by Ford to pull 15,900 lbs. I don't recommend pulling at full capacity all the time, but you will have many options for 5th wheel trailers within your towable range. With your short bed, you will need to get a sliding hitch to account for the lack of clearance space when turning. You don't want your new trailer to hit your truck cab, so a sliding hitch is the recommended route for all short bed trucks. There are many different...
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  • Installing Reese Quick-Install Custom Base Rails on a 2012 Ford F250
    This can seem counterintuitive, but the 27 5/8 measurement for the install of the Reese rail and bracket kit # RP56016-53 applies to both 8 foot and 6 3/4 foot beds. Slider hitches will generally sit closer to the cab of the vehicle whilst in the towing position, keeping it almost centered over the axle. Long beds using fixed hitches will stay at that centered point. I have also included an install video of this system being installed on 2012 F-250 long bed for you to check out.
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