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Heavy-duty 5th-wheel hitch has a 1-piece, wraparound jaw and easy-to-see lock indicator for maximum safety and security. Fully articulating head with large landing area and kingpin target make hookup a snap. Mounts to Ram OEM underbed platform.
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The one-piece jaw on this fifth-wheel hitch provides absolute security with its wraparound design. Increased jaw-to-king-pin contact results in not only a stronger connection, but less noisy rattling and stiff chucking as well.
The jaw is also always ready to receive, so you don't need to use the handle to open it before backing up toward your trailer. As long as the bail pin is removed from the latching handle, the jaw will accept the king pin as it enters the hitch.
Finally, the jaw is self-latching, so it will automatically secure your trailer's king pin when it moves into the jaw.
In addition to the tight jaw tolerance, a close connection between the head and the pivot bushings further reduces rattle and movement. And because the pivot bushings are independent from the head, they can be tightened to ensure a strong connection over time.
This M5 hitch features a built-in king pin indicator to ensure proper hookup. This indicator is located on the back of the head along with a V-shaped notch that are both visible from the cab of your truck. The V-notch is lined up with the jaw at the front of the hitch, and can be used as a guiding point to line the king pin up with the jaw as you back up your truck. The jaw also has an internal plate that keeps the king pin from entering if it is too high to enter safely. As a result, the king pin indicator will only change from red to green if the king pin is fully engaged in the jaw.
This hitch's handle is designed for smooth motion and effortless operation. It requires only 2 fingers to use and won't bind up as you pull. In addition, the handle is long, so it's easy to access from outside of your truck bed. And the ergonomic grip makes it comfortable to hold and pull from different angles.
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Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (96 Customer Reviews)
Heavy-duty 5th-wheel hitch has a 1-piece, wraparound jaw and easy-to-see lock indicator for maximum safety and security. Fully articulating head with large landing area and kingpin target make hookup a snap. Mounts to Ram OEM underbed platform.
Very sturdy and reliable 5th wheel hitch but after a couple of trips during the summer, the green/red indicator mounting pin which is made of a cheap hard plastic material sheared off. I was able to di-assemble the whole indicator assembly, drilled a hole and replaced the pin with a metal pin. Anyway, don't get me wrong. I love this 5th wheel hitch because of it's simplicity and appearance. It also mounts perfectly to the OEM gooseneck mount on my 2019 RAM 2500 Big Horn. Aside from re-enforcing the plastic indicator pin, I would also recommend to have a heavy duty cover designed specifically for this model.
I received my order very quickly. It was easy to assemble and install.
Seems solid, just would like better assembling instructions enclosed with the product
I pull a 32' fifth wheel. I am very pleased with my Reese M5.
Ordered hitch on Saturday evening 3/7/20 and hitch was delivered on 3/12/20. Can't ask for better service. Replacing an aging hitch that had issues. Only issue would be with Reese. The 8 plastic rivet push clips that hold the side trim on the legs were broken. Would suggest that they use bolts instead. Might eliminate possible future ratteling as the plastic wears.
GOOD QUALITY OTHER THAN RUBBER GRIP ON HANDLE WAS BUSTED IN BOX,BUT CUTOMER SEVICE HOOKED ME UP AND SENDING NEW ONE OUT
No instructions. Was suppose to be 80% assembled. Came in 3 boxes. One packing slip missing. I had to call for downloaded instructions. Frustrating!
Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
Installed in a 2018 GMC 3500 LB SRW Overall it was really easy to put together. Its light enough move in and out and very sturdy. I did not have a clearance issue with the Backflip cover regarding the stock handle. See pics. Just a heads up, I had an issue with the threading in the legs, etrailer was very understanding and sent me out replacements supper fast. I contacted Reese regarding paint guncked up in the threading and they were aware of the issue, they recommended running a wire brush or a tap to clean it out.
Ed - 03/23/2021Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
I recently purchased a Reese M5 20K hitch for my new Silverado 3500HD, Crew Cab, 8’ bed. As usual, Etrailer pricing was very good and with free shipping to boot. The hitch arrived via UPS in just a few days after placing the order. Following the detailed instructions provided by Reese, the install into the factory “puck” system, was fairly straight forward. However, a word of caution concerning the install. There are 4 15/16” bolts that need to be torqued to 220-foot pounds and are somewhat difficult to get to. Fortunately, I was able to borrow a torque wrench that would accommodate the recommended foot pounds of torque. Also, you may have an issue if you need to place the hitch at its highest position. The release handle might protrude above the bed rails of your truck in this position. This will be a problem if you have a bed cover. Reese is/was well aware of this issue and sells an after-market handle that will correct this issue. Etrailer lists this handle on their Web page.
Burt B - 09/07/2020Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
After a lot of research, I chose the Reese M5. The design is great. Assembly was a breeze, and it installs and removes very easily. The fitment with my 2019 Silverado puck system is perfect. I am much more comfortable with the single jaw hitch and with the M5's Easy Latching Handle, its a breeze to hitch and unhitch. etrailers price made it an even easier decision. Sometimes a lower price means a lower quality. Absolutely not the case here with etrailer. Couldn't be more happy with this purchase, Reese and etrailer
Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
Hitch assembly was fairly straightforward, took less than an hour. Did have to purchase a torque wrench since the one I had only went to 150 ft lbs. Figured I'd purchase it so I could keep it in the truck to make any adjustments, if required, and check that bolts remain torqued to xxx ft lbs over time. Had to make two small adjustments when I put it in the puck system, which was easy to do. The red/green indicator had popped out of the head unit. I figured out that it just needed to be popped back in to position. Haven't towed with it yet so I can't comment on that at this time. Hitch is beefy and I doubt will not be a problem handling our 5th wheel. So far I'm very pleased with this purchase.
Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
it went together well and connects way better than my old hitch nice and solid no chucking while traveling, the red / green indicator is a cheap piece of plastic that doesn't work on mine reads green all the time, unhooks easy from trailer
Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
We have not been able to use the hitch yet but we are looking forward to it. The Reese M5 27k hitch came in just a couple of days after ordering it. Having read some other reviews we knew what tools we would need. FYI you need a 200 lb torque wrench. I guess it took us about an hour to get it put together and in our truck. It looks great!
Patricia - 04/22/2021Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
I have the Reese M5 for the Chevy towing package and it works great. No unnecessary movement hooks up easy and fit like a glove. The hitch is a bit more complicated to install than you make sound with getting the prescribed 220’ lbs of torque required but we got and it works great. And thanks to Molly E for getting our order straight and here when we needed it.
Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
Great overall customer service experience. Recieved product in good condition and in good time. Assembly process was not too hard to figure out, it helps to be a mechanic with the proper tools and know how !!! Good looking 5th wheel with updated technology. Have had many complements about it. Thanks again.
Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
Solid hitch has done a great job towing our 20,000 lb toy hauler for a about a year and 6,000+ miles. It has a pretty wide tolerance for getting hitched, and is smooth as butter both when towing and hooking/unhooking. A few minor issues: the plastic handle cracked and fell apart after about 2 months, but it's not really necessary, it just looks nicer with it on. The red/green indicator thing always pops out of place and has to be reset - I don't even bother looking at it anymore, I just do a pull test every time I hook up. Also, the center / core section has a label on it that says 20k lbs, instead of 27k - I called Reese and they were very helpful in validating that it was just an incorrect label and was truly the correct 27k rated center box (they even had me measure the steel plate to make sure it was to spec).
Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
Great hitch! Went together as per the instructions, pulls our 20,000 lbs 5th wheel great. Love the positive "Green" when the pin is in place as well as the wrap around jaw, real selling points for me.
Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
Very good, solid hitch. Fits very well. Not rattly. Recommend this hitch to anyone that cares about quality.
Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
Great hitch. So easy to release when un hooking compared to other brand hitches I have owned in the past. Hitching up is even easier. Quiet while traveling.
Brian J - 04/21/2021Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
Overall this hitch is excellent. One very minor thing to complain about, the grip on the Handle tour within a few times of using. Also I noticed rust stains running/dripping down from up inside the head. I will investigate this further to see exactly what is rusting.
Sierra K - 02/02/2021Review from a similar M5 in Fifth Wheel Hitch
We upgraded or RV and need a bigger hitch to accommodate the weight. I purchased the Reese M5 27K hitch from etrailer mostly be cause the hitch was $300- $500 dollars cheaper then every site i visited or shop I called. After ordering the hitch I received an email letting me know who was packing my order and who was shipping it. Using the link they provided was easy to track my order. I will search etrailer before looking anywhere else. Awesome Service!!
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