Is this right for you? Product Expert Kathleen M says:
Yes, if you:
Tow a 5th-wheel camper when you're not hauling a gooseneck trailer - the B&W Companion works great with this to haul your 5W
Appreciate the square shank design that gives you a solid connection and prevents buildup by allowing water and debris to drain
Trust B&W's reputation for high-quality, American-made craftsmanship
No, if you:
Get tired of having to pull a handle in the wheel well and then hop into the truck bed to move the hitch ball
Aren't a fan of the grey and gold color scheme in your truck
Install this heavy-duty hitch on your vehicle so that you can securely tow your gooseneck trailer. Store the removable ball upside down in the hitch when you aren't towing to get complete bed access. Square ball base won't turn in hitch. 1-636-306-4830 to order B and W gooseneck hitch part number BWGNRK1384 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all B and W products. Guaranteed Lowest Price and Fastest Shipping for B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs. Gooseneck Hitch reviews from real customers.
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B and W Gooseneck Hitch
Removable Ball - Stores in Hitch
B and W
Below the Bed
Wheel Well Release
30000 lbs GTW
Manual Ball Removal
2-5/16 Hitch Ball
7500 lbs TW
Install this heavy-duty hitch on your vehicle so that you can securely tow your gooseneck trailer. Store the removable ball upside down in the hitch when you aren't towing to get complete bed access. Square ball base won't turn in hitch.
Features:
Heavy-duty underbed hitch lets you tow your gooseneck trailer
Complete truck bed access when you're not towing
Remove ball from hitch, flip it upside down, and drop it back into hitch for storage
5/8" Thick, spring-loaded, steel locking pin on end of handle goes all the way through ball to secure it in place
Square ball base prevents ball from turning in hitch during hookup
"Corners only" fit of stowed ball prevents grime buildup inside of hitch
Specially designed accessories (sold separately) make it easy to customize the hitch to fit your needs
Tow a 5th-wheel trailer with the B&W Companion hitch adapter
Add a ladder rack that leaves your truck bed side rails free
Spring-loaded safety-chain hookups are built in
Simple installation with included custom mounting kit
No welding required
Truck bed does not have to be removed
3-1/2" Diameter hole must be cut into bed
Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant
Made in the USA
Specs:
Gross towing weight: 30,000 lbs
Vertical load limit: 7,500 lbs
Ball size: 2-5/16"
Limited lifetime warranty
Note: If your truck's suspension has a stabilizer in between the top of the differential housing and the frame, turning over the ball and stowing it in the socket could cause damage to your truck's suspension.
With the B&W Turnoverball underbed gooseneck trailer hitch you get the best of both worlds. When you go to tow, the Turnoverball creates a sturdy, dependable connection with your gooseneck trailer. And when you're done towing, you can stow the ball upside down in the hitch to get full bed access and a clean appearance.
Easy-to-Remove, Simple-to-Store Hitch Ball
The durable steel hitch ball included with the Turnoverball system secures in the hitch with a sturdy, 5/8" thick steel pin that is incorporated into the end of the operating handle. To lock the ball in place, drop it into the hitch hole in the bed of your truck. Then rotate the handle in your driver's-side wheel well counterclockwise until the latch engages. When the latch is engaged, the spring-loaded pin on the end of the handle will be inserted all the way through the base of the hitch ball, forming a strong, solid connection and ensuring absolute security when you're towing.
When you're done towing, remove the hitch ball by simply pulling the handle out as far as it will go and then rotating it clockwise until it unlatches. Remove the ball, flip it upside down, and drop it back into the ball hole of the hitch. Then reengage the latch to secure the stowed ball in place.
Unlike typical gooseneck balls - which have round bases - the Turnoverball hitch ball is designed with a square base. This makes latching the ball in the hitch easier because the base won't rotate inside of the hitch like a round base might, so lining the pin up is a snap. The base of the ball also fits tightly within the ball hole during storage. Because only the corners of the base contact the sides of the socket, any dirt or grime that gets into the hitch will fall through the socket, thus helping to prevent any buildup that could cause the ball to seize up in the hitch.
Simple, Custom Installation
This hitch is custom designed for your vehicle. The included mounting brackets bolt to existing holes in your truck's frame. While some modification is required - you will need to cut a 3-1/2" diameter hole in your bed for the hitch ball and drill holes for the built-in safety chain loops - there is no need to weld onto or to drill into your frame.
Once you have the hitch brackets and body installed, set up the operating handle. This handle is designed to be accessed from the rear driver's-side wheel well. On the end of the handle is the heavy-duty steel pin that secures the hitch ball.
B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Hitch Accessories
B&W makes it easy to tow just about anything. With the many adapters and accessories available, the Turnoverball can be made to work with almost any gooseneck trailer. Hitch balls are available that have a built-in rise, an offset, and even a different connection type. Add on the Companion fifth-wheel hitch - which attaches directly to the Turnoverball with no other parts required - and you can tow your fifth-wheel trailer. Even a truck bed utility rack is available so that you can easily haul ladders and lumber with the load placed on the hitch (and therefore your truck's frame) instead of your bed rails.
GNRK1384 B and W Turn Over Ball Gooseneck Trailer Hitch
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (2539 Customer Reviews)
Install this heavy-duty hitch on your vehicle so that you can securely tow your gooseneck trailer. Store the removable ball upside down in the hitch when you aren't towing to get complete bed access. Square ball base won't turn in hitch.
by: Leonard01/23/2021
2017 Ram 2500
This was my first order I placed with et etrailer. If one work could say it I guess it would perfect! I ordered on a Tuesday arrived on Thursday. I Placed the order got conformation and a name and contact to call if I had any issues, once it arrived I got another email letting me know if had been delivered. The installation video was perfect made it’s easy to install just followed the steps. When I need any trailer related items I will use them. As far as the B&W hitch i put it in a 2017 Ram 2500 with Ram boxes. The fit and quality of the hitch and design is what I have come to expect from B&W. I got this hitch to pull a gooseneck horse trailer. If your wondering if it will work with Ram Boxes it will.941897
This hitch worked flawlessly and the quality was excellent. I have sold the truck with the turnover ball hitch but bought another truck and a B&W slider hitch with pucks. Excellent products!!1452233
by: Michael06/08/2022
Excellent quality, Easy to install, Good Instructions. Online Video also very helpful. 2016 Ram 2500 Long Horn. Took about 3 hours1310144
Very high quality part. This is the third underbid gooseneck hitch that I have installed and this one was by far the easiest of the three. Was able to install by myself. A second set of hands would have made things go quicker but it is possible. I much prefer the square design of the ball shank on this hitch compared to the round shank on other hitches.1398752
by: Chuck 10/04/2021
Great customer service and the hitch was fairly easy to install. I put it in and towed a 12000 lb trailer no problem.1171847
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Ive had this installed over a year on my 2014 ram laramie longorn towing a 40ft 13000 lb rv trailer across the country. I have a anderson hitch attached and have had no problems with towing. I really enjoy the fact I remove my anderson hitch and turn the ball over so I can use my truck bed to haul. 5 star performance
Chuck - 10/05/2022
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by: Peter11/27/2021
2016 Ram 2500
I put B&W turnoverball on a 2016 Ram 2500 crew cab short bed diesel,it has the factory prep puck. The change over was pretty simple. I used the same studs and nuts that came with puck goose ball. Tbe only hard part was trying to pry the 4" exhaust pipe down to slide the B&W plate into position. It took me about 2 hours to install by myself. I am going to use a 4" offset ball so I can use a reese goosebox hitch for my 5th wheel.1212881
Needed fifth whl installed, I dropped spare tire moved out of way, then sat in area under truck where spare tire sat. Marked and drilled center pilot hole, cut out ball hole inside bed. I did not remove exhaust or anything. Measured all for accuracy, and measured bed to verify turning capacity.Moved plate under bed, inside bed, put metal pipe on jack stands above center hole, tied wire from bottom plate up to rod in bed, pushed wire down, maneuvered plate on axle, used wire guide plate in location, tied off plate to hold it, tied wire around nut plate, pushed plate in, using wire to align it, used bolts for setup of nuts in location, removed bolts pushed plate back in location tightened bolts. In bed marked chain hooks, drilled and installed. Lubed up fifth, wheel attached handle release, applied herculin er on edges of hole,. Reinstalled all. 3.5 hrs install by 1 person. Ready for 5th wheel pull. Great price medium install level, need drill bits, air tools, jack, and plan the install.775340
I have purchased 2 of these hitches. The first one was installed at my local shop. This time I decided to go at it myself in my garage. Super easy instructions made this a breeze. Took about an hour or so by myself to install. Love these hitches, super easy to operate and most of all with the flip over design BOOM the ball is completely gone and flush with the bed. I owned a gmc sierra 2500hd and installed a Pop-up hitch. Never again. The ball would not sit flush due to the slide arm running right into the exhaust pipe making a horrible rattlin sound when the ball was in the down position. Will never buy any other hitch but B and W again!!! Love this product.324915
Great product and great instructions. Very simple installation for anyone mechanically inclined. Getting around the underside of the pickup might be a small chore depending on the workspace you have available. Highly recommend the product.1434522
by: Brent09/14/2019
Ordered on a Sunday evening and received it Wednesday. Install was straight forward and easy with a second pair of hands. The only problem I have is my exhaust is hitting the hitch plate and is causing a rattle. I faught with the exhaust longer then it took to install the hitch. I do have a 4 inch aftermarket exhaust and may go by a shop to see if it can be modified to clear the hitch. Haven't towed with it yet. I installed this to pull my fifth wheel with the reese goosebox.703933
Very happy with this product!! Installed on my brand new 2014 Dodge 2500 HD. Very easy to install, took me and a buddy, on a lift, about an hour and 20 mins total!! B&W really did there homework with this hitch and the ease of installation was amazing compared to some others I have dealt with. Absolutely recommend this product for do-it yourselfers!147170
Great products as usual from etrailer. B&W gooseneck hitch rocks1322195
by: Scott S04/02/2020
This was super easy to install, although the heavy plate was intimidating. I crafted a hoist with a 2x4 and some nylon rope, then pulled the plate into place, rolled the rope around the 2x4, and had a 2nd person start the bolts. I could have tied it off and had the same results by myself. Very solid product and can’t wait to pick up my 5th wheel!773728
Seems like a nice quality hitch. Sucks I didn’t get any of the hardware to install it. Shipping was fast so that’s a plus1326167
Comments
Oh no, I understand that it is a disappointment that the hardware was missing. I will have our customer service team reach out to have the missing hardware shipped out.
-- Jenny N - 07/18/2022
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by: Tony P06/17/2022
It is one of the best purchases ive done. very easy to operate and installation was a breeze. the only drag it took 4 months to get in my hand. Its vary nice to talk to personal at e-trailer (and i mean anyone ) that knows the product and how to accommodate the customer thanks1314165
by: Kameron04/14/2022
No problems, excellent gooseneck hitch, installation was easy enough, I'd recommend it to anyone needing a gooseneck ball.1286076
by: B&W error on items they told me I needed.11/18/2022
I’ve never used it. B&W told me the wrong parts to buy for my Reese Revolution 5th wheel king pin. I had to sell the B&W Companion hitch for the turnover ball system and install a rail system. They did send me a new Patriot hitch, but I was out a lot of money, time and frustration. etrailer was great!1471089
by: Patrick06/04/2022
Get carbide holesaw. Regular Milwaukee holsaw took forever..otherwise very nice clean kit1308697
by: Robert Hansen02/08/2020
Absolutely amazing, install was easy directions were detailed. The hitch is second to none as well as strainers service and shipping. I will never buy from anywhere else and I will only buy B&W products. I feel confident towing with it, no slop or play in the hitch and very strong.749018
Packaging was terrible and I received package with a damaged part inside (plastic ring). Luckily I own a machine shop and was able to machine a new plastic ring.1472703
by: Leonard07/05/2019
2016 Ram 2500
Great product! This is the second under bed turnover ball hitch that I have purchased from etrailer to go along with my companion 5th wheel hitch. I previously owned a 2004 Dodge Ram that I put the first one on, and most recently I put one on my 2016 Dodge Ram. Both applications took a little work, but were pretty much straight forward. B&W hitches are extremely well made and you won't be disappointed by purchasing one of them. I use my hitch to pull a 32' 5th wheel camper and it works great, no issues whatsoever. 666524
Missing the arm and the hardware that you pull and lock to release the ball1395109
by: Bill R08/06/2017
Solid product. Purchased to replace Draw tite 9067, which would not work with Draw tote Hi Rise 5th wheel adapter. Hitch installed exactly as instructions show, Only problem I had was breaking several still hits making holes for safety chain hooks. Seemed that the hits tend to bind up as they hit the next later of steel. Used a ratchet tie down as a second set of hands. I tightened the strap as I guided the hitch into place.416724
Great customer service, my hitch and wiring harness was delivered the next day. The B&W Turnoverball model BWGNRK1384 was easy to install. Basically four bolts and it was in.
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I have a B and W Gooseneck hitch I can recommend for your 2016 Ram 2500, but the fits for the 2016 models are different from the 2006 models.
You would need the B and W Gooseneck part # BWGNRK1384. I attached an install video for this hitch for you to check out as well. view full answer...
The B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # BWGNRK1384 is confirmed to fit your 2017 Ram 2500 with the off road package. I confirmed this with my contact at B&W.
I have attached an installation video of this hitch on a 2017 2500 for you to reference. view full answer...
The 2016 Ram Power Wagon Tradesman is basically a Ram 2500 which we have gooseneck hitches available for like the B and W Turnoverball part # BWGNRK1384 which is a confirmed fit and has a 30,000 lb trailer weight capacity. view full answer...
The B and W Turnoverball setup for a 2018 Ram 2500 is different enough from the kit that fit your Tundra had so an all new kit would be needed since none of the parts will transfer. So for that you'd need the part # BWGNRK1384 and you'd be set.
I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well. view full answer...
The best solution to put a gooseneck hitch into your 2014 Ram 2500 short bed is the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Custom Gooseneck Hitch # BWGNRK1384. This hitch does not require any welding to the frame and comes with a custom installation kit to help ease the process. I really like the fact that you can flip the ball over and store it in the gooseneck ball mount, so you don't have to worry about misplacing it when its not in use. Going with the underbed mounted kit allows you to take advantage... view full answer...
The B and W Turnover Gooseneck hitch part # BWGNRK1384 that you referenced actually comes with safety chain loops so you would not need to provide them separately.
I attached an install picture for this hitch and you can see the loops on either side of the ball that is upside down. view full answer...
We recommend the B and W hitches so highly because they are so widely revered amount RVers as the nicest hitches you can get. They really are the "best" so we recommend them highly.
So for you 2017 Ram 2500 without the rail kit from the factory you would want the part # BWGNRK1384. view full answer...
For your 2016 Ram 2500 we have a few gooseneck hitch options that will work well. The one I would recommend is the B and W Turnoverball part # BWGNRK1384 which when not in use would allow you to flip the ball upside down and reinsert it back into the hitch's center section. view full answer...
For your 2014 Ram 2500, the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs # BWGNRK1384 is a great option. It will work with your plastic bed liner. The Anderson Ultimate you referenced will also work with a bed liner. You will need to drill the 4 extra holes for the u-bolts through the bed liner as well. view full answer...
The B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs # BWGNRK1384 has a locking position on the release lever to allow one person to do everything without assistance. The release has a position to allow the pin to remain released so the same person can jump in the bed, flip the ball, and then jump back out of the bed and re-secure the pin. I've attached a video to show this function. view full answer...
My best recommendation for your 2018 Ram 2500 is the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs # BWGNRK1384. This comes custom-fit for your truck so that you do not need to remove the truck bed or do any welding to install the hitch. I like how it has the underbed style and Turnoverball so that you can stow the ball and get full access to your truck bed when not in use. It fits on both the 6-1/2' and 8' bed sizes of your truck.
We installed... view full answer...
Because you've got Ramboxes, the best bet would be to go the gooseneck route because in order to use a 5th wheel hitch you would need to also change the pin box on your trailer or specifically choose a trailer with a rotating pin box. A standard 5th wheel pin box would have the pivot point below the bed rails, so you'd end up damaging the rails; a rotating pin box would bring the pivot point above the bed rails.
With that said, the gooseneck hitch I recommend using in your 2016 Ram 2500... view full answer...
I don't have a drawing for the safety chain u-bolts for any of the gooseneck hitches that fit a 2018 Ram 2500 like part # BWGNRK1384. The only method the manufacturers provide for finding the safety chain u-bolt hole locations is with the hitch already in place. This will be the final step once everything is bolted up. There is an included template that is used once the hitch ball is installed to find the safety chain u-bolt hole locations. view full answer...
We have a B and W gooseneck hitch that is a fit for your 2016 Ram 2500. The part # BWGNRK1384 is listed as a fit for your truck and would give you the exact same type of hitch setup as the part number you referenced. view full answer...
I have a solution for you, but the B&W Turnoverball # BWGNRK1314 is not a confirmed fit on the 2018 Ram 2500. Instead, you will want to use the # BWGNRK1384, which is confirmed to fit the 2018 Ram 2500 both 8 foot and 6-1/2 foot bed sizes.
I've linked an installation video of this system for you to check out as well. view full answer...
I called B and W on your behalf to confirm. The B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Hitch for the 2015 Ram 2500, part # BWGNRK1384, will not fit the 2020 Ram 2500.
For your 2020 Ram 2500 with a 6-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Package, the B and W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Hitch is an updated model. It's part # BWGNRK1320. I've linked to a video installation of this hitch for your reference. view full answer...
No, The B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # BWGNRK1384 will not work with your new 2019 Ram 3500.
You will need The B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # BWGNRK1320.
The hitch # BWGNRK1320 has a simple installation with included custom mounting kit. It has a powder coated steel which is sturdy and corrosion resistant.
The hitch has a gross towing weight up to 30,000 pounds and has a vertical load limit up to 7,500 pounds.
I attached an installation video... view full answer...
The gooseneck trailer hitch I recommend for your 2018 Ram 2500 with the 6-1/2' and RamBox is the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch part # BWGNRK1384. The reason I recommend this gooseneck hitch is because unlike the other options for your truck it has a standard release lever which may take a bit more work to remove but the hitch ball is much less likely to get stuck due to a damaged ball and would also be more cost effective to replace.
The other key notes about the B&W... view full answer...
The B and W Gooseneck hitch part # BWGNRK1384 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for your 2014 Ram 2500 and would work well as many consider the B and W hitches the best on the market.
I attached an install video for this kit for you to check out as well.
For a 7-way to install in the bed of your truck to make connecting your trailer lights easier you would want the part # 41157. Most 7-ways will be at the rear of the truck near the bumper which doesn't work will with fifth wheel... view full answer...
To get a gooseneck installed on your 2018 Ram 2500 with 6.5 foot bed, you will need the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs # BWGNRK1384. This is specifically designed for Rams without the prep package with or without a factory Air Suspension system. This is also made in the USA, so I am highly preferable to their products.
One potential add-on to consider will be the Draw-Tite 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Wiring Harness # 20110. This can be... view full answer...
The Draw Tite gooseneck hitch part # 9467 is made in Mexico. If you were looking for a made in the USA option the B and W Turnoverball part # BWGNRK1384 is only option for your 2017 Ram 2500. No issues with cracking at all. view full answer...
B&W gooseneck trailer hitch # BWGNRK1384 fits Ram trucks but not your 2001 Ford F-350 dually. For your truck you can use # BWGNRK1108. There is no drilling into the frame required to install this hitch but you will need to drill the hole in the truck bed for the gooseneck ball. I have included a link to the installation instructions to the right and a video showing installation for you. You will notice that there is not really any modification needed to install the hitch, even on a dually.
To... view full answer...
The reason for the difference between the B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # BWGNRK1309 (which is designed to fit the 2017 Ram 1500) and the B&W # BWGNRK1384 (for the 2018 Ram 2500) simply has to do with the way they need to install to the frame rails on each model. The two trucks are different enough that the same latch system on the 1500 model cannot be utilized on the later model 2500.
I definitely understand valuing the convenience of this type of latch so if this is important... view full answer...
The B and W Fifth Wheel Installation Kit, # BWGNRK1384-5W, for your 2014 Ram 2500 includes the rails, gooseneck hitch head, safety chain loops, and hitch ball.
B and W boxes these as a kit and are not available without the the ball. view full answer...
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