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Demco Recon 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ford F150 - Single Jaw - 21,000 lbs
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Demco Recon 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ford F150 - Single Jaw - 21,000 lbs
Part Number: DM52AV
$1,230.16
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Demco 5th Wheel Hitch - DM52AV
Highlights
- Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
- Strong, Secure Connection: Wraparound single-piece jaw and 3/4" steel locking bar give 360° contact for less rattle and more security.
- Smooth, Quiet Towing: Double-pivot head with polyurethane dampeners cushions movement and reduces noise.
- Heavy-Duty Capacity: Rated for 21,000 lbs gross towing weight and 4,000 lbs vertical load for serious hauling.
- Clean Bed When Unhitched: Lightweight 2-piece design lifts out easily, leaving a clear truck bed.
- Dial In Your Setup: Adjustable hitch height at 15-1/2", 17-1/4", and 18" to level your trailer.
Features to know about
Built to Tow Heavy 5th Wheels with Confidence: 21,000 lbs GTW and 4,000 lbs Vertical Load Limit
This hitch is designed for serious towing jobs, rated for 21,000 lbs gross towing weight and a 4,000 lbs vertical load limit. The sturdy steel build and rust-resistant black powder coat finish help it stay solid and dependable over long miles. With three height settings—15-1/2", 17-1/4", and 18"—you can fine-tune your setup to get level towing and good bed rail clearance for your trailer.
A Solid, Quiet Connection: Wraparound Single Jaw with Locking Bar
The wraparound, single-piece jaw completely surrounds the king pin for full 360-degree contact. That tight connection minimizes rattle and chucking compared to slide-bar jaws, giving you a smoother, quieter ride. A 3/4" thick solid steel locking bar reinforces the front of the jaw for extra security. It automatically locks into place when the jaw closes so you can hook up fast and roll out knowing the trailer is secure.
Smooth Ride Over Rough Roads: Double-Pivot Head with Polyurethane Dampeners
The double-pivot head lets the hitch move both front to back and side to side, so it naturally follows the trailer over uneven ground. Built-in polyurethane dampeners cushion those movements and help absorb road shock for a smoother ride. The head also self-aligns during hookup—no fighting the angle or forcing it into place—making it easy to connect even when the ground isn’t perfectly level.
Clear Your Bed in Minutes: Lightweight 2-Piece Design with Quick Removal
When you’re done towing, you can pull this hitch out in two lightweight pieces without tools. The base attaches directly to a 2-5/16" gooseneck ball from the included underbed installation kit. Pop out the Recon hitch when you want a clear bed for hauling, or flip the gooseneck ball upside down into its hole for a flat surface. A rubber cover keeps dust and debris out until your next trip.
Two Towing Setups in One: Gooseneck Kit Doubles Your Options
The included underbed kit is actually Curt’s Double Lock gooseneck hitch, giving you flexibility to tow either a fifth wheel or a gooseneck trailer from the same setup. It’s rated for 30,000 lbs gross towing weight and a 7,500 lbs tongue weight with a 2-5/16" ball size. That means one install covers both jobs—long hauls with your fifth wheel or heavy-duty utility towing when work calls.
Specs
Weight and Capacity
- Gross towing weight: 21,000 lbs
- Vertical load limit: 4,000 lbs
Dimensions
- Hitch height settings: 15-1/2", 17-1/4", and 18"
Warranty
- Warranty: 5-Year limited warranty
Note
This fifth-wheel hitch is not compatible with rotating pin boxes.
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Alternate Instructions
Video of Demco Recon 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ford F150 - Single Jaw - 21,000 lbs
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for Review of Demco Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters - Base - DM6201
Hello everybody, this is Jeff at etrailer.com. Today, we're gonna take a look at this Replacement Base Assembly for the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter. This has a 21,000 pound gross towing weight capacity. Now this part will replace just the base assembly that's on the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter, which is part number DM8550045. Now that adapter, we do sell separately on our website. Now this is just for the base assembly.
It does not include the hitch head. The hitch head bolts to this center post here. The hitch head, we do sell separately. It's part number DM6169. The center post right here that the hitch head attaches to, has three different height settings to fit your application.
And the hitch height is critical 'cause when you go to tow your fifth wheel, you do wanna make sure you're towing as level as possible. And hitch height is always measured from the top of the truck bed to the top of the hitch head. And now the hitch height settings on this center post, there's three holes in it. So it gives you a selection of three different hitch height settings. Either a 15-and-a-half inch, 17-and-a-quarter-inch or 18-inch hitch height setting.
You just pick the one that works best for your application. Now, this base also, when you do install this over the gooseneck ball, it does give you a three-inch offset for extra clearance of your fifth wheel. It is is a sturdy steel construction. Has a nice rust-resistant black powder coat finish on it. And it is a quick, simple installation.
Basically, this just installs over the gooseneck ball and it's held in place with the pin and clip. And also these two set screws right up front here. This part is made in the USA and again, the gross towing weight capacity on this base assembly is 21,000 pounds. But that should do it for the review on the Replacement Base Assembly for the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter..
Ratings & Reviews
4.7
222 reviews
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Kevin
11/14/2022
I like it’s design and how it sits in the bed. It seems to want to rotate some while pulling. I see some reviews that other people are having this problem also. Some have put a bolt down through the base into the truck bed. I haven’t wanted to do that as of yet. Otherwise I like the hitch.
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Peter Bay
08/18/2023
Part was delivered vey damaged. Looks like a couple thousand miles has already been put on it and it’s not even installed yet! Missing Lynch pin .313 is missing! Not happy at all.
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Todd
10/03/2021
So far so good pulling my fifth wheel around. I went this route so I could have dual purpose and not corner myself with just a drop in plate with my trucks factory fifth wheel package. No issues with this hitch, locks tight and no slop.
Todd
10/5/2022
Excellent hitch to date and still very happy. Have pulled my fifth wheel around the country with zero issues. I see people with $1800 hitches that have minor slop and problems hooking up at minor funny angles. This hitch is strong, simple, and very secure. No slop.
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David
10/10/2021
Very noisy!! Makes you think something broke. It’s good if you don’t want to break the bank. But when parking you’ll hear the loud noises coming from the hitch. Other than that it works fine.
Sierra K.
10/21/2021
I have a solution to your issue. The bag with the bolt and nut for the hitch handle should have came with a small round dampener that stops the hitch head from flopping back and forth in the truck. The urethane compresses under a load so it does not restrict the fore and aft movement when coupled. Before you attach the hitch head to the saddle assembly the dampener will need to be installed. Simply press it into the hole that is punched into the bottom side of the hitch as shown in Figure A of the instructions: https:cdn.demco-products.comdocumentsHJ26169.pdf
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Don
04/10/2025
Etrailer description failed to mention that this would not work with a B&W OEM prep ball. They did have a recommendation for a ball so add $[XX] plus a month wait for the ball that works.
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Stacy
05/26/2025
Dodge
Ram Pickup
Come packed well. Got very fast. And very easy to install in 2024 ram 3500
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Gary
11/17/2023
I bought this to replace a Demco Autoslide hitch. The Autoslide was great but too heavy for me. Because of my bad back, this was a great choice! The hitch is awesome, easy to put in and out. Quiet and smooth towing. Thx E-Trailer!
by:
Justin S
12/23/2020
2020
Ram
3500
It is heavier built than I expected, haven't gotten to use it yet, but I'm itching to. Extremely happy with the set up of the hitch. The welds are all clean and solid. I will write another review after my first use. But overall I'm extremely happy with the hitch so far. Good job Demco and thank you etrailer for a very easy and stress free transaction.
by:
Dallas
06/20/2022
2008
Dodge
Ram Pickup
Easy install. This set up makes switching between 5th wheel and Gooseneck a breeze.
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Daniel
12/29/2021
I like the ability to remove the entire hitch and only leave a small round plug on the bed floor.
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Johnny
03/08/2024
Easy to set up and use I borrowed a buddies cause I bought a camper and didn’t have a hitch set up in the bed of my truck just had the goose neck ball pulled real nice so I order o e just like it
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Tracy
11/03/2022
Ultra Fast shipping and delivery Josh in costumer service awesome for getting dimensions quickly from Demco not listed easy install just waiting on RV to arrive to go pick it up.
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Jess H.
10/10/2019
2008
Dodge
Ram Pickup
Easy to read and install. Just received it although it covers my safety chain brackets, should be a easy fit!
by:
Barry
03/27/2024
Hitch works great and delivery from etrailer was fast.
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Curtis
09/21/2020
I like the hitch but for some reason after a long trip it seems to get loose and buck a little bit even after I torque it to spec! Other than that it's a great hitch.
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Rickey
07/01/2025
I think the representative was awesome
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Roger O
08/23/2022
Love it. It works well
Roger O.
8/23/2023
It works really well. I use it to pull my fifth wheel trailer loaded with firewood firewood to central GA from south GA.
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Ernest
01/09/2025
Ernest
1/12/2026
I love it
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Travis
05/07/2023
well built and good design! I like it alot and think you will too!
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Steve
05/26/2023
Jesica was the best I needed it asap said Friday it arrived on Thursday very satisfied
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Charles
12/26/2020
As described
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Kelly
03/27/2020
2017
Ram
2500
Great product
by:
Gustavus
05/17/2022
1996
Dodge
Ram Pickup
by:
Dustin
10/04/2022
by:
Teddy
12/11/2021
2018
Ram
3500
25
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Kevin
11/20/2023
Pretty good. Still rotating a little. I tightened the main bolt to the ball more than the 30lbs. It’s not rotating as much as it has been. Still haven’t figured out if or where I would drill a hole for a bolt to go in. I’m not really wanting to do that yet.