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Safety Chains for Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter
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Safety Chains for Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter
Part Number: AM3109
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Andersen Accessories and Parts - AM3109
- 5th Wheel Gooseneck Adapter
- Safety Chain
- Andersen
Safety chains are a necessary precaution when you are towing. These attach to your Ranch Hitch coupler adapter when installed on a fifth wheel trailer.
Features:
- Works with Ranch Hitch 5th-wheel-to-gooseneck coupler adapter, both the straight and offset models
- Includes safety chains, mounting bracket and hooks with latches
- Made in the USA
- 1-Year limited warranty
3109 Andersen Safety Chains
Video of Safety Chains for Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for Review of the Safety Chains for Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter
Today we're going to be taking a look at part number AM3109. These are the safety chains for a Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapters. Safety chains are going to be a necessary precaution when you are towing. They're going to attach to your Ranch Hitch Coupler Adapter when installed on a 5th-Wheel trailer. They're going to work with both the straight and offset models. It's going to include everything you see on the table, so you're going to get the safety chain, and the mounting brackets, the hooks, all the necessary hardware for a complete installation. The product's made in the U.S.A.
The chain and the hooks are going to be made from a steel construction. They're going to have a nice chromate finish to resist rust and corrosion. It's going to be a Grade 70 chain that has a link diameter of 5/16 of an inch. They're going to have the forged steel hooks. These have the nice safety latch design to it, so it's going to prevent accidental disconnecting. When I took a measurement from the center of the bolt, I stretched the chain out from the center of the bolt to the center of the hook area.
That gave us a measurement of about 36 inches long, that's going to be the same on either side. These chains have been tested, and they meet the standards for up to 18,000 pounds when it comes to the capacity. The setup, simply clamps around the Ranch Hitch Coupler, and it's going to provide two chains that have the hooks at the ends. That simply attaches to the safety chain loops in the bed of your truck. To show you, on each side we're going to have the same components. You're going to have your chain, you're going to have your bolt, lock nut, and then your spacers.
You need to make sure that it goes through the link, the spacer goes on each side of that link in the chain, and then you tighten the lock nut all the way down. You're adapter portion is going to fit right inside that clamp. Very simple installation, and it's ready to go right out of the box. That's going to do it for today's review of part number AM3109. This is the safety chain kit for the Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter from Andersen. .
Customer Satisfaction Score:
94% were satisfied with this product
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8
128 reviews
by:
Mark
06/27/2026
Does not fit! Too large for my B&W gooseneck
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Sherie
07/08/2026
The chains look and feel strong. They were easy to install. I have not towed my 5th wheel yet, so I cannot comment beyond that.
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Eric
03/09/2026
Perfect solution for my gooseneck trailer. Cassandra W. at etrailer, was very helpful in getting the right part. Also a good value and fast shipping.
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Neal
05/03/2025
Perfect fit, fast delivery, very happy
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Mark
08/16/2025
Last hitch I will have to buy for the farm truck! I also purchased the Clevis Adapter, now I can tow all my wagons,equipment and trailers with one hitch. Thanks Amy J for the wonderful customer service.
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Bill
04/24/2026
Great part but UPS was terrible!
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Jedediah
10/02/2023
Exactly what I needed and delivery was quick.
Jedediah
10/3/2024
AFter a year of solid use, these chains still look great and the hooks function perfectly. Surprisingly, I have received compliments from other trailer owners on the solid construction and the great look of these chains.
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Fred S.
06/25/2013
There seems to be some question on the legal requirement for safety chains on a gooseneck adapted 5th wheel. However, I decided there was no question when it comes to safety. These chains were exactly what I needed and e-trailer's response time was exceptional.
Fred S.
12/24/2014
Safety chains are something you hope you never need, but provide a level of comfort knowing you have them, just in case. Ive never questioned the wisdom of installing these chains and am quite happy with them.
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Paul
06/14/2018
I am using this on my 5th wheel gooseneck adapter. Then I had to buy D rings to hook it up to my truck. For SAFETY I would have thought that the chains would have come with the gooseneck adapter.
Paul
6/15/2019
Good
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JMR - Texas
08/08/2016
Received complete order including the safety chain in record time.
Only catch I did not see coming was my goose neck framing will not work on the clap style fitting.................ops but will use this in a different fashion and its all good.
etrailer is spot on!!
Only catch I did not see coming was my goose neck framing will not work on the clap style fitting.................ops but will use this in a different fashion and its all good.
etrailer is spot on!!
Jmr T.
8/8/2017
got them on the trailer - Only problem not really a problem but a hassle - the hooks are good the safety / clip would seem to be cheap quality
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Kimberly
11/17/2017
We got the safety chains and are very satisfied. Your customer service is great and shipping times are really fast!!!!
Kimberly
11/17/2018
They work great!! Very heavy duty. I don’t worry about losing my trailer anymore.
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Great Product.
07/11/2016
I ordered safety chains for my new RV gooseneck and it is even better product that I thought. Great support and on time delivery.
Great P.
1/15/2018
I just wanted to say that I looked at our receipts to see what it was that we bought from you. Yes those chains worked great and I left them on the goose neck of the RV for whoever buys it.
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Jesse
05/22/2025
This product is awesome, it took a little modification to my trailer to make it work but that's to be expected with a 1987 livestock trailer.
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Larry L
09/08/2020
If anyone is looking for a set of safety chains for a goose neck trailer I would highly recommend these, very heavy duty and looks like they will last forever very well made and are heavy duty. This company that I purchased this item from as far as I'm concerned is a great company, I just ordered a under the bed B/W 30,000 lb hitch and needed safety chains to go with the Rancher adapter kit I have. These ladies that I worked with in getting this thing put together are awesome and very knowledgeable. Will order form them again, excellent company to deal with, Highly recommended.
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Leslie
05/25/2022
Never used it. It did not fit on my gooseneck adapter
Sierra K.
5/26/2022
This works with Ranch Hitch 5th-wheel-to-gooseneck coupler adapters both the straight and offset models.
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Dean K
04/08/2011
to install and a great added measure of security/safety. Very heavy duty parts throughout, no corners cut on design or manufacturing. Chains are HD as well and are long enough to hang on back of fifth wheel hitch housing to keep them out of the way when not in use.
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George W
12/22/2011
in states that require safety chains and for peace of mind any where you go. Very easy installation with just two wrenches needed. I installed these chains on a Ranch Hitch 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter.
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David
05/19/2018
Even though e trailer was out of stock they were able complete and deliver my order on the original schedule delivery date...awesome job!
Thanks, now I can pull my fifth wheel safely with the new safety chains.
Thanks, now I can pull my fifth wheel safely with the new safety chains.
by:
Linda
05/22/2024
Just arrived today. Will attach soon and see how well.it works.
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Charles W
12/16/2010
I was very pleased with the service offered by etrailer. Their e-catalogue give me all the information I needed to make a decision about the product I was looking for. I received the safety chain set very quickly. I was amazed at the quality. This set is made specifically for my hitch so I'm not concerned about fit. The finish was excellent. I would like to see etrailer carry the ubolt set that these chains hook to which is installed in the bed of the truck. Not all hitches come with the ubolt set.
Well done etrailer.
Well done etrailer.
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Larry B.
09/27/2016
Heavy duty, easy to install, no doubt it will hold the truck and trailer together.
Larry B.
9/27/2017
Great product, great price!
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Donald P.
02/20/2016
If you need safety chains for a Ranch Hitch 5th wheel/gooseneck adapter...get'em from George at etrailer.com. Very beefy and fit perfect..five minute install...mailed to our door in 4 days!!!!
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Dillon
08/29/2022
Great quality. Easy installation. One thing to note, if I remember correctly,(mine was installed several mo the ago) the directions and packing list both indicate a pin was sent. The collar has two stub ends that take place of said pin. Still a great design. Just worth mentioning.
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