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Demco Recon 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Single Jaw - 21,000 lbs
Part Number: DM72AV
$1,229.41
2016 Lexus RX 350
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Demco 5th Wheel Hitch - DM72AV
Highlights
- Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
- Heavy-Duty Towing Power: Rated for 21,000 lbs GTW and 4,000 lbs vertical load for hauling large 5th wheels.
- Secure, Quiet Connection: Wraparound single jaw fully encloses king pin to cut rattle and chucking.
- Smooth Ride on the Road: Double-pivot head with polyurethane dampeners absorbs noise and road shock.
- Quick, Easy Setup: Lightweight 2-piece design installs fast with included underbed mounting kit.
- Adjusts to Your Setup: Three height settings (15-1/2", 17-1/4", 18") help achieve proper trailer level.
Features to know about
Built to Tow Big 5th Wheels with Confidence: 21,000 lbs GTW and 4,000 lbs Vertical Load Limit
This hitch is made for serious towing. It’s rated for 21,000 lbs gross towing weight and a 4,000 lbs vertical load limit, giving you plenty of strength for heavy fifth-wheel trailers. The base and head are built from sturdy steel and finished with a rust-resistant black powder coat that holds up to long miles and rough weather. Once hitched, the setup feels solid and stable so you can pull with confidence wherever the trip takes you.
Quiet, Secure Connection with Wraparound Single Jaw and Locking Bar
The wraparound, single-piece jaw completely surrounds the king pin for full 360-degree contact. That tight fit cuts out the rattle and chucking you get from slide-bar designs. A 3/4" thick solid steel locking bar adds another layer of protection by reinforcing the king pin connection once it’s closed. The jaw automatically locks when coupled, creating a worry-free hookup that stays quiet and secure on the road.
Smoother Towing Through a Double-Pivot, Cushioned Head
The double-pivot hitch head helps smooth out your ride by letting the head move both front-to-back and side-to-side as the trailer moves. Polyurethane dampeners built into the head assembly absorb road shock and reduce noise, keeping things more comfortable during long hauls. The head automatically pivots into position when connecting to your pin box, making hookup easier even on uneven ground.
Fast Bed Clearance and Easy Setup with Lightweight, 2-Piece Design
When it’s time to haul something other than your trailer, this hitch breaks down quickly into two manageable pieces without special tools. The base attaches to a 2-5/16" ball from the included underbed kit—Curt’s Double Lock gooseneck system—which also lets you tow a gooseneck trailer when needed. Flip the gooseneck ball upside down for a clean bed when you’re done towing. With three height settings at 15-1/2", 17-1/4", and 18", you can dial in your setup to get the level ride you want.
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 Dodge Ram - 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
4.6
591 reviews
by:
Kent
05/16/2025
The hitch looks well built! I haven’t tried it yet but I’m going to soon!! UPS misloaded 1 of the packages, but our driver found it and made arrangements for me pick it up!! Sometimes you get someone willing to go the extra mile & our UPS driver did just that!!
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William
01/27/2020
I wish I had known in advance that the hitch was coming in 2 parcels and that they wouldn't arrive together, but the hitch itself is great! Assembly is simple and I can quickly disassemble into 3 pieces for easy storage in a bay. Although it states that the top plate is 15 1/2" above bed, it is actually 16 1/2" at the lowest setting and I ended up adjusting my pin box to compensate so everything rides level. All things to be expected. It is much easier than hitching up to a gooseneck, especially since my tool box blocks the view of the hitch. It rides smooth with no discernible bucking on the road. I highly recommend this hitch and especially the people that I bought it from. etrailer has been great to deal with. Pics will follow when the weather clears.
William
1/28/2021
Ive owned it and used it for a year now and still highly recommend it to anyone with a Gooseneck hitch in their rig. Id add some pics showing how level everything sits, but not sure how to do that now.
Sierra K.
1/28/2021
I will add the photo you emailed me, thank you!
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Henry
08/06/2020
2007
GMC
Sierra
I just received my Demco Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter today. Installed it, hooked up to my first 5th wheel camper I just purchased, and pulled it home from about an hour away. Installation, hook up, and pulling was very easy and I am very pleased with the hitch. My rig is a 2007 GMC 2500 HD pulling a 2007 Sunnybrook Bristol Bay 3150 RL.
Henry
8/7/2021
Hitch is still working great!
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Roger
04/22/2019
1997
Dodge
Ram Pickup
The hitch is easy to ensemble.
Great design. Pulled my trailer great!
But when I hooked up the second time to the trailer the roll pin that goes in the locking bar fell out. Wasn't a really big deal. But if I hadn't had any tools and a 1/4" bolt with a lock nut I probably won't have been able to hook up. Maybe they could change that. The best adapter from gooseneck to fifth wheel.But all in all very happy with it.
Great design. Pulled my trailer great!
But when I hooked up the second time to the trailer the roll pin that goes in the locking bar fell out. Wasn't a really big deal. But if I hadn't had any tools and a 1/4" bolt with a lock nut I probably won't have been able to hook up. Maybe they could change that. The best adapter from gooseneck to fifth wheel.But all in all very happy with it.
Roger W.
5/19/2020
This product is far superior than the rest of the other adapters. It mounts on the gooseneck easy and even if I didnt have a gooseneck trailer or gooseneck hitch on my truck this product is better than any other fifth wheel than that Ive had in the past. Plus it gives me the best of both ways to haul any trailer.??
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Randy
07/13/2021
Working great after a year. Have pulled two different 5th wheels - both over 38'. Still some slight chucking, but nothing like my old hitch. Love the security of the slider bar and the 360 degree contact. I usually leave it in the truck, but will split it into two pieces when I need the full bed.
Randy
7/14/2022
It worked fine while I had it, but upgraded to a Goose Box. The hitch was simple to use, but still rough with a rigid pin box. Also wanted to use the space in my truck bed without having to remove the hitch.
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Scotty
01/31/2025
Can't wait to pull our new trailer with this great hitch set up. Super easy to install and looks great !
Gwendolyn Y.
1/31/2025
Hey Scotty, congrats on the new camper! Where are you going for your first trip with the camper?
Scotty
2/1/2026
Absolutely, flawless and works perfect. Its easy to install Super stable. Positive blocking mechanism.
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Brandon
12/19/2020
Very quick shipment. The box did come damaged some but that was shippers fault not etrailer fault. The product was by far the best option To fit my budget and needs. Wouldn’t wanna try any other hitch. Installed in less than 15 min and was hooked up and towing in less than 30.
Brandon
12/19/2021
I love it. Would buy again tomorrow if I needed to
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Paul
08/22/2022
The assembly seems very stout and sturdy overall. Was able to put the unit together in truck bed quite easily. will know more in upcoming weekend when fifth wheel trailer gets pulled home
Paul
8/23/2023
the unit is working great, hooks to pin very easily and disconnects with ease also. would definitely recommend
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Rick
08/25/2020
Love this hitch. Had a couple of other gooseneck hitches and this one if the best. I'm able to install and remove super easy, with no help. I carry 3 tandem bikes around with a special build bike rack. Removing the main hitch and keeping the base works out perfect for transporting all 3 bikes.
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David
07/20/2019
Took about two hours to install. Of course that includes taking the old goose neck adapter off the camper. Looks nice and I will be trying it out from Anchorage, AK to Louisiana, in September.
David
7/21/2020
No complaints. Very pleased with the hitch. Much better than the 5th wheel trailer to goose nec ball adaptor I was using.
David
7/21/2020
I would like to add to my 1 year review. Installation was very straight forward and simple. The only thing I did different was to drill a 716 hole on each side rail, into the channel beam that my gooseneck ball is mounted in. This added a little security to the mount but mainly, made it a bit more of a challenge to steal the unit. I do have to take the two bolts out to remove the hitch but only adds about 10 minutes to the process.
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Ryan
03/22/2020
Hitch works great, easy to hook up the camper. I have a short bed truck and didn’t have any problems making turns when we drove through town or backing in the driveway. Ships out in two packages, set up isn’t a problem. Pretty self explanatory, if you’re loading or unloading from the truck either have someone help or break it down to at least two pieces. It’s pretty heavy all assembled. I would recommend this hitch versus drilling holes or welding on a gooseneck adopter to your trailer.
by:
L
02/19/2021
2016
Ram
2500
Outstanding product! Exactly what I was needing. Fits perfectly under my BackFlip Truck bed cover.
Pulled a 38' footer with no problems behind a 2016 Ram 2500 with a B&W Turnaball gooseneck hitch.
Thanks Ya'll!
Pulled a 38' footer with no problems behind a 2016 Ram 2500 with a B&W Turnaball gooseneck hitch.
Thanks Ya'll!
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Michael
04/14/2019
2012
GMC
Sierra
I installed the Demco Recon Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Hitch yesterday. The Hitch was installed on a Reese Remove A Ball Hitch and fit perfectly after cutting the rubber mat in the bed of my 2012 GMC Sierra 3500hd Duramax Diesel Dually. I will be hauling a Keystone Avalanche 5th Wheel.
by:
David
10/20/2026
2015
Ford
F-250 Super Duty
I’ve only pu
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Ron
07/31/2022
Melissa at Demco was an absolute pleasure to work with. She knew exactly what to suggest and was more than pleasant to work with. I hooked up to the camper we bought with ease, the jaws locked as they should. However, I wasn’t able to bring the camper home as the lights were not working. But I will say this, I would recommend Demco, the fifth wheel adapter is a well made unit, ruggedly built and easy to install. Thank you Melissa for all your help.
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Donald
07/26/2022
Haven’t had a chance to pull with it yet but I like the way it looks and how sturdy it is. Looking forward to trying it this weekend. Reason I am giving this 4 stars is,I paid extra for shipping to have it here quickly and only half of it showed up in time. The bottom have took a few extra days and I never received any email or tracking number on it. I had to make a call just to see if it was actually coming. Then when it arrived, the box was completely destroyed and the hitch had some scrapes and the stickers are in rough shape. More then likely UPS fault but still the no info on the second package and it being shipped 36 hours apart is frustrating. Just glad I had a backup.
Over all assembly was easy and I will update more on it when we return home next week!
Over all assembly was easy and I will update more on it when we return home next week!
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Robert
10/16/2026
Delivered quickly and product was as described. The receptionist was very helpful and polite.
by:
Alex
10/13/2025
This hitch is really easy to assemble and install. The 2 piece design is easy to remove the 5th wheel hitch from a truck bed by yourself. It’s nice to be able to remove the 5th wheel hitch and use the bed without the permanently mounted rails of a traditional hitch.
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Alex
04/04/2025
2014
Ford
F-350 Super Duty
The Demco Recon is an incredible hitch! I originally bought a much cheaper hitch adapter from (another site). Regretted it the moment I used it for the first time, it terrified me and I thought I was going to destroy my truck and trailer. Luckily, that crumby adapter made me look harder for a much better alternative, which is when I landed on the Demco Recon.
I was a little nervous at first about making sure that I had ordered the correct hitch for my gooseneck, but after looking at the FAQs and Customer photos here on etrailer, I felt confident in my purchase.
When it arrived, it was very simple to install in the bed of my truck, I watched a couple of different videos on YouTube to make sure I installed it correctly. (The printed instructions don't mention what to do with the blue silicon bung). But otherwise install was very quick.
My first trip with the Demco was also my first time ever towing a fifth wheel trailer and we did nearly 800 miles. The wrap around lock on the kingpin gave me assurance that I had made full contact with the kingpin. The hitch was secure and worked amazingly well.
I'd highly recommend this hitch to anyone who is looking for an adapter. I never felt uneasy or questioned the hitch.
I was a little nervous at first about making sure that I had ordered the correct hitch for my gooseneck, but after looking at the FAQs and Customer photos here on etrailer, I felt confident in my purchase.
When it arrived, it was very simple to install in the bed of my truck, I watched a couple of different videos on YouTube to make sure I installed it correctly. (The printed instructions don't mention what to do with the blue silicon bung). But otherwise install was very quick.
My first trip with the Demco was also my first time ever towing a fifth wheel trailer and we did nearly 800 miles. The wrap around lock on the kingpin gave me assurance that I had made full contact with the kingpin. The hitch was secure and worked amazingly well.
I'd highly recommend this hitch to anyone who is looking for an adapter. I never felt uneasy or questioned the hitch.
Gwendolyn Y.
4/7/2025
Hey Alex! Thanks for taking the time to leave your review and include a pic of your set up! I did some searching and I think the little blue part your are referring to is the urethane pivot bumper. That should go on the underside of the 5th wheel head yoke. I linked the instructions if you want to get a better idea of where it goes. You can see the blown out view on the last page. Happy camping!
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by:
Sam
07/02/2025
Well built and easy to install
Brooke M.
7/10/2025
Looks ready to go! Have you been able to tow with it since installing?
by:
Jason
09/26/2023
Install was pretty straight forward. First time using it, noticed alot "chucking" from fifth wheel. Hitch never turned, so I know it's torqued correctly. Not sure if it's the hitch or something else. But the hitch itself is great. Like that you can remove when not needed to give you access to full bed. Plus not heavy like the other ones. Just started using it, so we'll see how it holds up.
by:
CJ S
06/17/2024
2017
Ford
F-350 Super Duty
Used one time for over 1000 miles, works perfect. Only complaint was the packaging was damaged along with the hitch. All cosmetic but still disappointing.
by:
Jeff
07/05/2025
Great hitch, works as expected. The only complaint is the manufacturer stopped sending the locking plate for the nut that draws the hitch tight on the ball. They send a nut & a jam nut now. I prefer the locking plate & purchased one through parts & installed it myself. It’s my opinion that they need to go back to the locking plate design.
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Travis
07/27/2021
I was a little skeptical at first but this hitch is awesome! Super easy to install and adjust the height. No issues at all pulling our 5th wheel.
by:
Javier
11/17/2021
Fast shipping, great service and the hitch very easy to install.
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view full answer... - Compatibility of B&W Gooseneck Hitch and Offset Ball with Andersen Ultimate Hitch on 2018 F-150 5.5For your 2018 Ford F-150 with 5.5 foot bed, the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit # BW77FR is the correct fit. You will want to use the 4 inch offset ball # BWGNXA4085 because the bed is shorter than 6 feet. This offset ball will work with the Andersen Ultimate Hitch but you will still need to be careful with turning clearances due to the short bed and Super Crew Cab. The Andersen hitch will require the shorter 3237 coupler tube in place of the...
view full answer... - Can the Convert-A-Ball Gooseneck Adapter Be Used With A cushioned 5th Wheel Pin Box?I have a couple of solutions – just not with the Convert-A-Ball. The Convert-A-Ball # CAB-C5G gooseneck adapter cannot be used with most cushioned or air ride pin boxes, or rotating pin boxes.. The additional flex of two cushioning devices creates leveraged angles that can break both pin box parts and truck parts. I checked with my engineering contact at Convert-A-Ball specifically about your Roto-Flex and it is not compatible with the Convert-A-Ball adapter. There are two solutions....
view full answer... - Will a B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch Attach to a Buyers Products Gooseneck Ball?Thanks for the picture Candice! I am sorry but the B&W Companion Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter item # BWRVK3500 only works with B&W Turnoverball systems like item # BWGNRK1067. B&W's gooseneck system use a square receiver which isn't compatible with other manufacturers. Instead, you'll want to use the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter item # DM8550045. This 5th wheel hitch will attach directly to your Buyers Products gooseneck ball. You'll just need...
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Kent
5/17/2026
Very happy with the hitch!! It’s simple to hook up and use! I think the quality is great! I would recommend this product!!