B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
Part Numbers: BWRVK3200,BWRVK2600
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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
part number: BWRVK3200
The dual jaw on this 5th-wheel hitch offers a secure connection with 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact. Durable polyurethane bushings limit rattle and vibration. Base adjusts for ideal vertical and fore/aft positioning. Rails sold separately.
Features:
- 5th-Wheel hitch mounts in your truck bed so you can tow your 5th-wheel trailer
- 3/4" Thick dual jaws provide 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact
- Less rattle and more security than slide-bar jaws
- Cam-action latching handle helps prevent binding
- Simple release, even on unlevel terrain
- Lockable to secure trailer to hitch - padlock sold separately
- Fully articulating head eases hookup and helps to limit chucking
- Front-to-back and side-to-side pivot
- Improved cab clearance achieved with 4" of front-to-back adjustment
- Attach pivot arms to base in desired position fore or aft
- 4 Height settings to fit your application
- Quiet, rattle-free ride with polyurethane bushings
- Base rails and installation kit sold separately
- Compatible with industry-standard, above-bed rails - B&W, Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Pro Series, Reese, and Valley
- Simplify installation with a semi-custom bracket kit (not available for all applications)
- Gray powder coated steel is corrosion resistant
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Gross towing weight: 16,000 lbs
- Vertical load limit: 4,000 lbs
- Hitch height: 16" - 19"
- Limited lifetime warranty
Quiet, Secure Ride
The 3/4" thick jaw on the Patriot is precision machined to provide a tight, sturdy connection. And unlike slide-bar models, the rounded 2-piece jaw on this fifth-wheel trailer hitch inhibits rattle and movement by securely wrapping around your trailer's king pin, resulting in easier hookup and a safer, quieter ride.
In addition to the sturdy jaw, the Patriot has durable polyurethane bushings built in to provide a smoother, more comfortable towing experience. These bushings sit on top of the pivot arms that support the fifth-wheel head. Because the head is resting on padded area, it is able to pivot without clanking. The ability of the head to pivot - both front to back and side to side - along with the trailer also helps to limit the chucking that may occur with a more static hitch.
Non-Binding Latch Handle
The dual jaw on the Patriot is operated by a simple-to-use cam-action handle. This handle allows you to quickly and easily release the jaws on the hitch, even if you are on uneven terrain. If any binding does occur between your truck and trailer, the jaws may remain closed after you move the handle to the open position. But because the handle is unlatched, there is nothing keeping the jaws closed except for the binding pressure. Therefore, simply driving your truck forward will be enough to force the jaws to open.
The cam-action handle is held in the closed position with the included pin and clip. For extra security, you can replace the pin with a sturdy padlock. The shackle on the lock you choose should have a diameter of 5/16", height of 3", and a width of 2-1/4".
Easily Adjustable Design
The B&W Patriot can be adjusted front to back as well as up and down for optimal positioning. As a result, this hitch can accommodate the height of your trailer and also help to give you the cab clearance needed to execute turns while towing.
To adjust either the height of the Patriot or the fore/aft positioning, just attach the hitch's pivot arms in the desired location on the base. The above diagram gives an indication of where to mount the arms so that you get the height and the cab clearance that you need.
RVK3200 B and W Patriot Fifth Wheel RV Hitch
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B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
part number: BWRVK2600
Install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch in your truck bed with this kit. Custom brackets reduce the amount of time required to install the hitch. Brackets, 10-bolt base rails, and necessary hardware included.
Features:
- Installation kit lets you mount your 5th-wheel trailer hitch in the bed of your truck
- Mounting brackets install beneath truck bed to provide attachment points for above-bed base rails
- Base rails provide necessary mounting points for 5th-wheel hitch
- Custom-fit brackets mount to existing holes in your vehicle's frame
- Minimizes drilling and measuring
- Reduces installation time
- Avoids known obstacles along your truck's frame
- Compatible with B&W Patriot, Curt, Demco, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Husky, Reese, and Valley above-bed 5th-wheel hitches
- Sturdy, powder coated steel resists corrosion
- 2 Base rails, custom brackets, and hardware included
- Made in the USA
- Limited lifetime warranty
RVR2600 B and W Custom Mounting Brackets for Patriot Fifth Wheel Above Bed Base Rails
RVR3210 Universal Above Bed Base Rails for B and W Patriot Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitches
California residents: click here
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Customer Reviews
B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs - BWRVK3200
B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - BWRVK2600
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (138 Customer Reviews)
The dual jaw on this 5th-wheel hitch offers a secure connection with 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact. Durable polyurethane bushings limit rattle and vibration. Base adjusts for ideal vertical and fore/aft positioning. Rails sold separately. Install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch in your truck bed with this kit. Custom brackets reduce the amount of time required to install the hitch. Brackets, 10-bolt base rails, and necessary hardware included.by: Dude Dad04/04/2022
Product is very well made. Glad I went with B and W Patriot Hitch. Once the bed rails were installed the rest was a breeze. Now it's time to get a 5th wheel and hit the open road. etrailer, my go-to website.
by: Terry05/02/2024
Great product and you have to appreciate made in America with American steel! It arrived in good shape in only three days. I ordered on Sunday and shipped the same night. etrailer is great company to do business with!
by: Sean C09/09/2017
I bought this hitch to replace a slider hitch from another manufacturer. I wanted something I could get out of the bed without help, and with the 2" offset, I can get plenty of angle in a tight turn, thus eliminating the need for a slider.
So far this hitch is fantastic. Hook up is so easy. Handle moves with zero effort. Same for unhooking. As soon as it was installed, I did a test run, and it was rock solid. I tried to make it chuck when starting and stopping. It wouldn't do it. Zero slop. On that note, the tolerances are tight on this thing from the bolt holes to the legs that insert it into the rails. My rails we're not perfectly lined up and required a little dremel and foot stomping to get it in the rails.
In summary, if your looking for solid, conventional, non-slider FW hitch, this one is a great choice.
by: Dylan05/19/2021
2005 DodgeRam Pickup
This fitment was great on my 05 dodge 2500. Easy install and great customer service. Installation description was perfect couple tight spots with rear brackets touches exhaust on passenger side and driver side little hard with top shock mount nut is in the way but nothing to hard. Recommend this product super heavy duty and sturdy. Ready to pull my 5th wheel this weekend. Also i used my reese pro series head unit with it.
by: Ron N08/24/2020
Hitch came quickly and installation was easy. Only hiccup was I have a curt rail adaptor for a turnover ball and one of the braces rubbed a support for the rail but was easily corrected. Hook up to and disconnects from my fifth wheel camper with ease. I have not towed with the hitch as of yet.
by: David Plagemann05/26/2018
Wow what a big difference my new 16k Patriot hitch has made. Easier to hook up and unhook my 5th wheel. Definitely makes a smoother ride, no up and down, up and down. My only regret is I should have bought it sooner. Thanks for a superior product!
by: Roy07/15/2020
Beautiful craftsmanship.
Arrived without a scratch.
All bolt holes lined up perfect.
Replacing a noisy slide bar hitch. This one looks like it will be very quiet.
Love that it's made in America with American steel.
by: Ian 09/21/2023
This hitch has been great and after a year of usage there have been no issues. It hooks up and realeases smoothly. While towing there is no noise transfered from the trailer due to the hitch being isolated by bushings. The top section is removable making it easier to install and uninstall.
by: Dennis 09/13/2023
Extremely satisfied with B&W Patriot hitch. Easy to hitch and release. Like it better than Reese I had. E trailer made it easy to order and was shipped promptly to my home. Will do business with them again.
by: Dan 01/31/2024
Nice kit. Everything lined up as it sho uld.
by: Jimmy 05/23/2024
Haven't got it assembled and installed yet but I was very impressed with the fast shipping and packaging.
by: John 11/16/2022
I purchased this hitch one year ago and it is very high quality. I tow a light 21 foot 5th wheel with my RAM 1500 Eco Diesel. I was able to adjust the hitch so that the trailer moved back several inches from the cab that provided better maneuverability compared to my other hitch. I was also able to adjust so that the trailer was perfectly level with the truck. The hitch provides a much tighter connection with the king pin which substantially reduces movement and noise. It was easy to assemble and etrailer did a great job with the entire purchase/shipping experience. Would highly recommend.
by: Michael03/18/2020
Product was easy to order and arrived in less then a week. Took a short time to assemble and install on my PullRite rails.
by: Jacob 12/18/2021
Installed myself on a 97 F-350 DRW. Having never done this before, I was a bit uncertain, but it was really quite simple. Honestly the hardest part was reaching all the bolts with my torque wrench (purchased some long extensions and a creeper). Don't forget the odd drill bit size if you are going to DIY.
Don't forget to order the "lube plate".
Maiden Voyage:
Towed 14k 5th wheel from CA to Arkansas and back. No issues with the hitch whatsoever.
Hooking up is pretty straight forward. It takes some practice to get the level of the kingpin on the trailer just right. Unhooking seems to require getting the height of the trailer just right, taking most of the weight off of the hitch.
I'm still a bit confused on the release lever. When unhooking, I remove pin and pull lever. It seems like it wants to snap back into closed position, but if the weight is off the hitch, when driving away it seems to just let go.
As a noob, I made one fatal mistake. I didn't put the tailgate up after my first post-install test. I only wanted to pull the trailer forward and back it up, turning the wheel slightly to move trailer over a couple feet. The tailgate made contact with the trailer and punched a hole in the underside. Paybattention to the tailgate!
by: Scott L07/10/2017
I bought the B&W 16K Patriot hitch knowing it was a bolt together hitch. Having said that the process was complicated by nut retainers supplied by B&W were not strong enough to do their designed job. I spoke with B&W about this and they offerd to replace them but the design was the same.
The hitch itself, once assembled, is fantastic. It is solid and quiet and the adjustability of the head position makes it very versatile as well.
I would recommend the B&W Patriot, but think it would be better if you can, to spend the other $200 and get the welded base 18K model.
by: Matt 09/14/2023
2012 DodgeRam Pickup
etrailer is shockingly fast at getting these out the door. I have placed several orders over the years and they usually have it out the same day.
by: James R.02/02/2017
A great, well made American product. Easily assembled if you choose to install it yourself as I did. I am a big fan of the cam lock and handle assembly for the jaws. There is no movement or noise when pulling our 5th wheel. I would recommend this hitch to anyone needing such a product and would recommend you buy it from etrailer.
by: Manuel C from Precision Transport Carriers06/15/2023
Called e-tailer spoke to Adam E and he was very helpful, and my Hitch installation problem is solved I can tow my trailer now.
He has lots of knowledge and he was very professional.
by: Rick F04/03/2020
great product. easy to install with the help of my son-in-law. When I had an issue with the clamped I could not unhook my 5th wheel I called the company and they helped me thru it immediately. Was able to talk with a real person and turns out it was my fault not the products. I would highly recommend this to anyone. I am also able to remove it from my flatbed during the off season which is wonderful. It is not too heavy with the help of one other person.
by: Alric04/05/2018
Received the hitch in two separate shipments in a timely manner. It was easy to assemble and install on my truck. I can not believe how quite the hitch is when I made my test run it was like the trailer was not behind me. Well Done etrailer and B&W
by: Jesse 09/04/2021
Hitch came in a certain days after order and in great condition. Hitch was easy to assemble and is the best 5th wheel hitch out there!!
Definitely would recommend
Only thing that was disappointing is I was excited to show it off because it is made in the USA but I had no sticker from manufacturer with brand or the famous “made in USA stickers”
by: John08/01/2018
My first impression of the hitch as I was unpacking it was that the fit and finish was superb. The hardware was easy to work with and good instructions. I also ordered the B&W custom rail installation kit and began installing the rails after assembling the hitch. Again, great fit and finish of the hardware but the instructions might need a little bit of modification. All went well until I finished installing the second rail and test fit the hitch. Because of the tight tolerances, I had to loosen all of the hitch bolts in order to get it to drop into the rail slots and pin it, then re-torque the bolts while mounted on the rails. Also, there is a bracket inside the drivers side frame rail that must be relocated. The almost identical kit from Reese includes a new bracket to remount the old bracket that must be moved. The B&W kit does not have this bracket although it was easy to fabricate one.
I am waiting for my new trailer to arrive so I haven't hitched up anything yet. However, I am confident that the B&W hitch will certainly do the job well. I purchased the Patriot hitch based on actual user comments I found on the RV forums and can see now that it is a quality product.
by: Dan B. 09/18/2018
SOLID. Hooking up and dropping off trailer was a breeze with the pivoting head unit. I bought this hitch along with the rail and frame mounting kit (BWRVK2401). Easy enough for one person to install, if you have help it would be easier. Had to drop the DEF tank (2015 Ford F-250), would have been nice to have a wire to fish a bolt and locking star washer through from the inside of the frame without dropping the tank. Also have the Airlift 5000 bags installed and had to drill a hole in the drivers side frame mounting bracket for one of the mounting bolts for the air bag. Overall very happy with everything purchased from etrailer.
by: William 10/01/2022
I absolutely love this fifth wheel. Still looks great and is a simple to use as it gets. And it is made in the USA not in COMMUNIST RED CHINA.
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- Is B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Hitch BWRVK3200 Compatible with Reese Revolution Pin Box
- Yes, the Reese Revolution pin box (also known as a Sidewinder in the aftermarket world) that is on your 2017 Forest River Signature Ultra Lite 5th wheel will work fine with the B&W 16K Patriot 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3200. This dual-jaw hitch fits into any industry-standard rails and includes nice features such as a fully articulating head, 4 height settings and even 4-inches of front-to-back adjustment. You can click on the linked video for more on this quality US-made hitch.
If you
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- The B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3200, Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16120, and Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # RP30047 all have fully articulating hitch heads so there won't be much of a difference in hitching/unhitching at an angle. I recommend the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16120 over the others for a few different reasons.
The first of which is that the A16 has 1" thick, dual interlocking jaws which will do a phenomenal job of reducing
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- Typically it's the fifth wheel hitch that is responsible for chucking and bouncing. A looser fitting jaw to the king pin of the pin box is the number one reason for chucking.
But for a hitch with an excellent jaw design The B and W Patriot part # BWRVK3200 would be a great option. Then for a wedge to fit the hitch to your Reese Revolution the # SWW-06 would be the correct product.
For the Revolution Pin Box on your Trailer, Reese recommends that you frequently lubricate the wedge
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Rail Adapter To Use B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Hitch In Chevrolet Puck System
- The B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch-16000lb # BWRVK3200, or 18000lb # BWRVK3255 is designed for industry standard rails, and can be used in the Chevrolet OEM Pucks by using Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch # C88KR if your truck is a 2020-2021, or the Demco # DM6333 if your truck is a 2016-2019.
If you can tell me what year your Chevrolet truck is I would be happy to confirm the correct rail adapter for you.
I included videos for each of the products mentioned for you to
view full answer... - Adapter to Install B and W Patriot Fixed Hitch in Bed of 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 with OEM Pucks
- To install your fixed B and W Patriot fifth wheel hitch # BWRVK3200 in the bed of your 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 that has the OEM pucks you'd just need the GM Rail Kit adapter part # C88KR. This adapter provides the standard rails your Patriot hitch needs.
view full answer... - Replacement Pivot Arms for B&W Patriot16k Hitch
- The pivot arms for your B&W # BWRVK3200 are not sold separately. You would need to replace the base with B&W # BWRVB3200 base. However you should first call B&W to determine if this is covered under their warranty.
view full answer... - Install Kit Needed for B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Hitch On 2020 Ram 2500
- In order to use the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3200 on a 2020 Ram 2500 you'll need the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part # BWRVK2602. Don't forget to check out the review video I did on the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch below.
view full answer... - B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Compatibility
- For your Reese 5th Airborne T320 the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs Item # BWRVK3200 will fit and I would also recommend getting a Curt 10" Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate Item # 16721 and B&W Universal Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 Bolt Item # BWRVR3210 to attach the hitch to your vehicle.
I've attached some videos that offer additional information for you as well.
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view full answer... - Rail Adapter for 2018 Ram 2500 with 5th Wheel Prep Package to Mount B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Hitch
- Since you already have the fifth wheel prep package in your 2018 Ram 2500, you only need to use a rail adapter to mount the Patriot:
- Reese 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Ram OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package # RP30154
- B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3200
The adapter will mount directly in your Ram's puck system, and you will simply mount the Patriot on the adapter and you're set! The accompanying photo is one that a customer sent in of the Reese adapter on a Ram, and I
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Rails and Hitch for 2018 Ram 2500 Tall Bed Rails
- For your 2018 Ram 2500, we haven't had anyone say they couldn't find a 5th wheel fit. You will want to go with a hitch that has the higher height adjustment and then you'll want to make sure your pin box of your trailer is adjustable as well. I recommend the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3200 which will use standard rails and will adjust up to 19 inches tall. This is a very strong hitch that is made in the USA.
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view full answer... - Will Curt Q20 Fifth Wheel Hitch Fit Into Same Rails as B and W Patriot Fifth Wheel Hitch
- The Curt Q20 fifth wheel hitch part # C16130 that you referenced will fit perfectly into the fifth wheel rails you currently have installed in the bed of your truck. This hitch fits the same "industry standard" fifth wheel rails that your B and W Patriot hitch # BWRVK3200 is designed to fit. The rails would not need to be repositioned either. Basically you just remove the Patriot and you'd be ready to install the Q20.
view full answer... - Recommendation for Fixed 5th Wheel Hitch and Rotating Pin Box on a 2016 Ram 3500 Short Bed
- For your 2016 Ram 3500, you would need to use a fixed 5th wheel hitch with a rotating pin box. The Reese Goose Box 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Air Ride Coupler Adapter will not work on short bed trucks due to not having clearance needed for turning. However, although you must use a fixed 5th wheel hitch with a rotating pin box this is actually one of the better options for you as the rotating pin box is going to give you the most turning clearance and it works automatically so you don't need
view full answer... - How to Remove Chucking From Fifth Wheel Trailer with Reese Revolution Pin Box
- Typically it's the fifth wheel hitch that is responsible for chucking and bouncing. A looser fitting jaw to the king pin of the pin box is the number one reason for chucking.
You didn't mention what hitch you have, but for a hitch with an excellent jaw design The B and W Patriot part # BWRVK3200 would be a great option. Then for a wedge to fit the hitch to your Reese Revolution the # SWW-06 would be the correct product.
view full answer... - Can B&W Patriot ISR 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch be Used with a Sidewinder Pin Box
- Since the B&W Patriot 5th wheel trailer hitch # BWRVK3200 mounts to industry standard rails and is secured at the four corners of the hitch you can use a Sidewinder pin box with it. We have recently spoken to B&W about this and they have assured us that this type of set up is compatible with the Sidewinder pin boxes.
Only the Companion hitches that mount just to a gooseneck ball are the problem. But the ones that mount at 4 points are fine.
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Base Rails For A 2013 Ford F-150 With A B&W Patriot Hitch
- The B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches Item # BWRVK2404 will work with your B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000lbs Item # BWRVK3200 and is a custom fit for your 2013 Ford F-150 so it will require no drilling during installation.
Since you have a 5.5' bed you're going to need a rotating pin box to prevent the nose of your RV from coming into contact with the cab of your truck. If you can reply back with serial numbers off of your
view full answer... - Cover Recommendations for a B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch
- We do have some 5th wheel hitch covers that you could potentially use. First we have # RP30055 which is designed to cover just the head of the hitch. It is 18 inches by 28 inches. And we have cover # CA80116. This cover is meant to cover the whole hitch. It is 18 inches tall 24 inches long and 24 inches wide (at the base).
view full answer... - Is Custom Wedge for B&W Patriot 16K Hitch Better Than Universal Wedge
- Yes, the universal wedge that came with your Reese Revolution pivoting pin box will work the the B&W Patriot 5th wheel hitch # BWRVK3200 to prevent having two pivot points at the same time (at the hitch jaws and at the pin box turret). However, you'll get a better and more secure fit if you use a custom wedge # SWW-06 that is made specifically for the Patriot hitch.
view full answer... - Can Front and Back Panels of 16K B&W Patriot Be Safely Used in Reverse
- The 16K B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3200 you're using will still be just fine with the front and back panels reversed. I confirmed this with the techs at B&W so you're good to go!
view full answer... - B&W Patriot 16K 5th Wheel Hitch Compatibility With A 2015 Ford F-250 Super Duty
- If your 2015 Ford F-250 Super Duty has an 8' bed the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000lbs # BWRVK3200 with the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVK2401 would be a perfect fit.
If you have a 6-1/2' bed then you would want the sliding version of this hitch instead, # BWRVK3270.
B&W hitches are American made and are known for their quality so you can rest assured that you're making the right choice. The 3/4" thick dual
view full answer... - Can 16k Fifth Wheel Hitch Tow 14k Fifth Wheel Trailer
- A 16k fifth wheel hitch would easily have enough capacity for a trailer that would weigh at it's most 14k. Going with an 18k hitch would have no drawbacks but the extra capacity just wouldn't be needed. So if you wanted to use the 16k Patriot hitch part # BWRVK3200 instead of the 18k part # BWRVK3255 you could. The rail kit you would need either way is the part # BWRVK2600.
view full answer... - Can I Reuse Old Base Rail Mounting Holes With A New Base Rail Kit
- Yes, if you don't follow the instructions for the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVK2600 then you aren't going to have the brackets line up correctly with the base rails and won't be able to complete the installation. You will have to drill new hole at the specified locations listed in the instructions.
view full answer... - Availability of B&W Universal 5th Wheel Base Rails for a 2010 Ram 2500
- If you already have the B&W Custom Mounting Brackets # BWRVR2600 and all of the hardware for your 2010 Ram 2500 then the B&W Universal Base Rails you need are part # BWRVR3210. These 2 kits makeup the whole custom kit # BWRVK2600 for your pickup.
Please note that if you have used hardware it will need to be replaced as well since it is only meant to be torqued to specs once.
If you don't already have a 7-Way connector in the bed of your Ram then I also recommend installing the part
view full answer... - Compatible B&W Base Rail Kit For A 2004 Dodge Ram 3500 Long Bed With Overload Springs
- No, for a 2004 Dodge Ram 3500 with overload springs you'll need the B&W Semi-Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram # BWRVR3202-00 instead. This will come with different brackets to work around your overload springs. These rails don't include the pins and clips needed to lock your B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3270 to the rails so you'll want to also pick up part # 6014 if you don't currently have the ones that came with the hitch.
view full answer... - Recommended Fifth Wheel Hitch and Install Kit for 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 Towing 17.5K 5th Wheel
- I recommend the B&W Patriot for your 2008 Dodge Ram 2500. It has an 18,000 pound capacity so is enough for your trailer. It features 3/4 inch dual jaws with gives you great contact between them and the king pin. This helps improve your ride by reducing chucking and jarring between the trailer and your Ram.
The Patriot installs into industry standard rails, like part # BWRVK2600. If you don't already have a 7-way trailer connector installed in the bed of your truck, you can install
view full answer... - Recommended B&W Above Bed 5th Wheel Install Kit for a 2004 Dodge Ram 2500
- The correct B&W above bed 5th wheel install kit for your 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 is the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part # BWRVK2600. There are currently no reviews of this product on our site; however, I can assure you that B&W products are one of the best in the industry. They are all made right here in the U.S.A. and come with a lifetime warranty.
The reason you do not see any reviews on the above bed install kit is the majority of customers
view full answer... - Can Reese 5th Wheel Mounting Rails Be Used With B&W Frame Brackets
- It's perfectly acceptable to mix and match the hitch from one manufacturer with the install bracket/rail kit from another manufacturer but you DO NOT want to mix frame brackets and bed rails from different manufacturers. The bracket and rails are tested together for weight capacity but if you mix brackets from one manufacturer and rails from another, you can end up with an unknown capacity because the parts weren't tested together.
You'd be better off using the rails included with the
view full answer... - Custom 5th Wheel Base Rail Kit for 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 with 6-1/2 Foot Bed and Mega Cab
- I have a solution for you, but the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVK2600 will not fit on the Mega Cab versions of the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 with overload springs. Instead, you'll want to use the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Rails # C16420-204 which are confirmed to fit on the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 with both the Mega Cab and overload springs. This kit will provide you with base rails for your truck bed that will allow you to install a 5th wheel
view full answer... - Recommended Rails And 5th Wheel Hitch For A 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 With An 8' Bed
- It sounds to me like you have one of the older Demco rails which have been discontinued. You'll have to replace the rails to be able to have a hitch fit on them. I recommend the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3200 with the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVK2600.
B&W is known for quality and that's exactly what you'll get with the B&W Patriot. It has a rounded 2-piece jaw on which inhibits rattle and movement by securely wrapping
view full answer... - 5th Wheel Installation Kit for a 2011 Ram 2500 Mega Cab
- B&W does not exclude the Mega Cab models of the 2011 Ram 2500 for 5th wheel installation kit # BWRVK2600. You could also use Curt kit # C16420-204. You could use Reese kit # RP50140-58 as long as your truck does NOT have both a gas motor and overload springs. I have linked videos on the Curt and Reese kits for you.
view full answer... - Will B&W 5th Wheel Bracket Kit Fit on a 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 with OEM Gooseneck Hitch
- We do have a solution for you to tow a gooseneck or 5th wheel trailer intermittently, but if you have a factory gooseneck hitch on your 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 then you would need to remove it to install the B&W 5th Wheel Rail Kit # BWRVK2600, or any 5th wheel rail kit for that matter.
To accomplish your goal, and retain a clear bed, you will need the B&W Gooseneck Hitch # BWGNRK1313-5W, which is then compatible with the Companion # BWRVK3500-5W. This whole system is rated for up to 20K
view full answer... - Adding a Fifth Wheel Slider to a Ram with an Existing B&W Turnoverball
- The B&W Above Bed Rails # BWRVK2600 will not fit if there is a B&W Turnoverball, like the # BWGNRK1313-5W, already installed. That being said, if you already have that installed, B&W has a better solution. The B&W Companion Slider # BWRVK3400-5W will actually install in the Turnoverball and completely negate the need for above bed rails. I included a review video of this hitch for you to take a look at as well.
If you wanted to install the B&W above bed rails # BWRVK2600 and use the
view full answer... - Recommended Above Bed Rail Kit For a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Dually Truck
- I recommend installing the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # BWRVK2600 on your 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Dually. These rails include the custom fit mounting brackets so you will not have to drill into your trucks frame. These are one of the few rail kits made in the USA featuring a lifetime warranty. The rails have the industry standard mounting holes to accept 5th wheel hitches from most manufacturers.
The Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness # HM42137
view full answer... - Recommended Cost-Effective 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2003 Dodge Ram
- For your application I recommend using the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # BWRVK2600 which gives you a way to install your 5th wheel hitch in your 2003 Dodge Ram pickup.
Then for the actual hitch I recommend the B&W Patriot # BWRVK3270 sliding hitch if you have a short bed but then you can use the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16115 if you have a long bed.
The sliding feature on the Patriot ensures your 5th wheel doesn't hit your cab when making tight turns but the
view full answer... - Will B&W 5th Wheel Rail Kit Fit a Pullrite Superglide 2700 and 2012 Ram 2500 Mega Cab
- Since your Pullrite Superglide 2700 is one of the ISR models it will fit on the B&W installation kit # BWRVK2600 which does feature industry standard rails. And the rail kit is a fit for your 2012 Ram 2500 Mega Cab. So you will be good to go!
I also recommend installing a 7-Way trailer connector in the bed of the truck using # 41157. It will tee into the factory 7-Way at the back of the truck. Having a 7-Way in the truck bed makes it easier to connect a 5th wheel or gooseneck trailer.
view full answer... - 5th Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for 2004 Ram 3500 and Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Hey Bill, the fifth wheel rail solution I would go with that fits both your 2004 Dodge Ram 3500 and your Reese hitch is the B and W kit part # BWRVK2600. This is a made in the US rail kit that is very high quality and easy to install while also priced best.
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Rails for a Reese Kwik Slide
- Yes, we do and thanks for the picture! The Reese Kwik Slide's use industry standard 5th wheel rails. The correct kit, if you're still driving your 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 short bed truck, is the Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit item # RP56011-53. This rail kit is custom fit and mounts in existing holes in your 2005 Ram 2500's frame.
This custom fit option will significantly reduce your installation time. I have linked an installation video below to help you get these rails
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