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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches

Part Numbers: BWRVK3255,BWRVK2404

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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
part number: BWRVK3255

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: 18,000 lbs
  • Vertical load limit: 4,500 lbs
  • Hitch height: 16" - 19"
  • Footprint: 31-1/2" wide x 24" deep
  • 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.


Patriot Hitch Arm Positioning Diagram

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.



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B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
part number: BWRVK2404

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


RVR2404 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

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Ratings & Reviews

4.8

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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.

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Ask the Experts about this 5th Wheel Hitch


  • Parts Needed To Mount A B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Hitch In The Bed Of A 2019 Ford F-250
  • Hey Steve, The B&W Patriot # BWRVK3255 you have would require base rails or a gooseneck hitch and an adapter in order to mount to the bed of the F-250. If you want to go with base rails then I recommend the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # BWRVK2402. This comes with custom brackets to match up to the factory holes in your frame to make the installation drastically easier. The Patriot # BWRVK3255 will slot right into the rails and be ready to tow. If you think you'll also haul
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  • Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation 2016 Ford F-250 Towing Trailer with Curt Center Point
  • Hey Thaddeus, so what you will need to go with is a fifth wheel hitch for your 2016 Ford F-250 short bed that has 4 connection points to the truck and not just a single, center attachment since you have the Curt Turning Point that puts additional torque on the hitch. So that really only eliminates the B and W Companion hitch and Demco Recon gooseneck adapter as they install with a center post attachment. So what you would want is a fixed hitch that uses standard above bed rails like the
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  • Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for 2017 Ram 3500 Crew Cab
  • I have a couple of different options for your 2017 Ram 3500 Crew Cab. Your truck has a bed height of just over 20 inches so I will recommend some 5th wheel hitches that are adjustable to under 3 inches of that 20 inch mark that you're looking for. The most economical option for your Ram is the Curt E16 5th Wheel Hitch # C16115 with the Curt Base Rails # C16430-204. This features the Slide Bar Jaw to secure your king pin and has a Gross Towing Weight of 16,000 lbs. The next step up
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  • What Does B and W Patriot Fifth Wheel Hitch BWRVK3255 Weigh
  • The B and W Patriot hitch part # BWRVK3255 is on the lighter side and weighs 137 lbs.
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  • Towing 19K Toy Hauler With 18K Rated 5th Wheel Hitch
  • According to my research, the 2007 Silverado 2500 Classic has a towing capacity that varies from about 10,100 to around 15,000 lbs depending on how the truck is equipped so you'll definitely be exceeding the towing capacity of the truck as well as that of an 18K capacity 5th wheel hitch. Does the 19K figure you stated for the weight of the toy hauler represent its GVWR or is that it's dry or weight? The dry weight would typically be quite a bit lower. I couldn't recommend towing in excess
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  • How Much Does The B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch BWRVK3255 Weigh?
  • Hello Ryan. The B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3255 weighs 137 lbs total.
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  • 5th Wheel Installation/Rail Kit For A 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • Hello Steve. I see that you ordered the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3270. What you ordered is the hitch only and does not include an install/rail kit. You have a 2021 Chevy 1500 with a 6.5' bed, correct? If so, you will need the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # BWRVK2504 to complete your setup. I have linked our installation video for you below.
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  • What is the 5th Wheel Towing Capacity of a 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500
  • The manufacturer only specifies a conventional trailer towing capacity for a 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500/2019 GMC Sierra 1500 which can range from 6,700 lbs to 12,200 lbs depending on options. The 5th wheel towing capacity is only available on the 2500HD and 3500HD models however that's not to say you cannot tow a 5th wheel trailer with the 1500 model but this will not increase from the conventional trailer towing capacity. With that being said, you really ought to look into a 2500HD or 3500HD
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  • Will 18k 5th Wheel Hitch Fit 2006 F-350 With Base Rails That Have Four Holes
  • Hey Lee! I'm not sure what those rails are but if you send me a picture I can take a look. 22" apart is standard and it would also help if you measure the distance between the holes. I attached a picture below with the industry standard base rail measurements for you to compare to. The hitch I recommend is the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs # BWRVK3270. You will want the slider for clearance since you have a short bed. If you want to use the fixed
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  • What is the Warranty on the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Hitch
  • The B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3255 has a lifetime limited warranty, which will cover defects from workmanship; so as long as you take care of the hitch, keep it well maintained and out of the elements you really won't have anything to worry about that isn't covered. B&W makes arguably the highest quality hitches and towing products on the market and a warranty like this just shows how much they stand by their products.
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  • Tallest 5th Wheel Hitch Available for a 2017 Ram 2500 Tradesman
  • I will have to admit this is the first time I have ever heard of a time where there was such a limited clearance measurement between the top of the bed side and bottom of the pin box. I do have an option for you but I don't think there is a way to get you to the recommended 6" of clearance between the top of the bed side and bottom of the pin box. The reason for this has to do with both a combination of tall bed sides on your Ram and the length of the pin box on your Chaparral. The tallest
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  • Is There an Underbed 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2021 Ram 2500 with RamBox
  • I do have an option for you but we don't offer any underbed mounting solutions for a 2021 Ram 2500 with RamBox. Instead, I recommend the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3255 with the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part # BWRVK2602. This is an excellent setup that will provide you with a quality hitch and a mostly bolt-on install kit. It will work great with the Curt Turning Point when used with the Custom Wedge for B&W Fifth Wheels
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  • Gooseneck Hitch Adapter for Truck with Rails a B&W Patriot Hitch Fit
  • If you had a fifth wheel rail kit installed in the bed of your truck that the B and W Patriot hitch part # BWRVK3255 fit we have the Curt Spyder adapter part # 16085 will fit the rails and give you a gooseneck hitch ball in the bed of your truck. Reason being that the Patriot hitch is designed to fit the industry standard fifth wheel rails that most hitches out there are designed to fit. This is what the Spyder is also designed to fit too.
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  • How to Install a B&W Patriot Hitch in a 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500
  • Hey Gary welcome back and congrats on the new truck! The B&W Patriot item # BWRVK3255 will definitely work with your 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500. We've got two options depending on whether or not yours has the factory puck system. If yours has the puck system you'll need the Adapter Rails item # C88KR. This adapter drops right down into the puck system and provides a base with industry standard rails that you can install your Patriot Hitch item # BWRVK3255 on. Please note that this adapter,
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  • Can B and W Patriot Hitch be Used with 2022 Ram 2500 Long Bed
  • Hey Matthew, since the Blue Ox Patriot hitch part # BWRVK3255 is designed to fit above bed rails all you'd need to install it in your 2022 Ram 2500 is a custom fit set like the Curt part # C16427-204 which are also perfectly compatible with the Patriot hitch since all of the rails in this style are made to the same dimensions. Then for a 7-way kit the part # 41157 will allow you to add a 7-way up in the bed of your truck for easier access to your trailer.
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  • Can I Use the B&W Patriot w/ a Reese Sidewinder Pin Box?
  • The B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3255 works great with a rotating pin box. B&W makes some of the best hitches in the towing business and I highly recommend them. The Patriot has a 18,000 lbs capacity and its dual jaws provide 360 degree contact for safety and comfort. The B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3255 does mount to industry standard rails. If your 2019 Sierra 1500 doesn't have a set, I recommend the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails item # BWRVK2504. You
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  • Will The B&W Patriot 5TH Wheel Fit On Demco Adapter Rail For a 2024 Ram 2500?
  • Yes, the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3255 will attach directly to the Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter # DM6099. Do understand the rail adapter will add 1-3/8" of height to the hitch giving you a height range of 17-3/8" to 20-3/8" from your truck bed mounting points on your 2024 Ram 2500. Do remember to use a Lube Plate # RP83002 on your 5th wheel king pin to help reduce noise and increase the life of your hitch head. The Rail Sound Dampeners # 16900 can also be used to reduce
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  • Adapter Needed To Fit A B&W Patriot Slider Hitch In A 2022 Ram 2500 With OEM Puck System
  • Yes, you're in need of the Reese 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Ram OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package # RP30154, which fits the the puck system in the bed of your 2022 Ram 2500 and accepts ISR hitches like your B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3270. Note: This adapter will raise the height of you hitch 2" so you will want to lower the hitch head to keep your trailer level while you tow.
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  • What Size Hardware is Needed to Lock Out Sidewinder Pin Box
  • We don't sell the 3/4 x 5-1/2 inch grade 5 bolts needed to lock out a Sidewinder. The only way you will be able to get the correct bolts would be to go to your local hardware store and get them there. This will save you time as you won't have to wait for the bolts to get shipped as they will be readily available at your local hardware store. Take a look at the instructions I have linked on page 6 for more on the lock out feature.
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  • Adapter for B&W Patriot Fifth Wheel Hitch in 2019 Ford F-350 with Factory Puck System
  • The B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3255 fits industry-standard fifth wheel rails so to mount it to a 2019 Ford F-350 with the OEM puck system all you need is the Reese Elite Series Underbed Rail Adapter for Standard 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP30156. This adapter will mount directly in the pucks of the '19 F-350 and allow you to mount the Patriot fifth wheel hitch. The accompanying photo shows this adapter installed in the bed of a 2019 F-350 Super Duty and I have added
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  • Recommended Custom Fifth Wheel Rail Kit For A 2014 Ford F-150 With A 5-1/2 Foot Bed
  • The Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit 16424-104 is designed to fit the 2011 to 2016 Ford F-250, F-350, and F-450 Super Duty trucks. I checked with Curt and, unfortunately, they currently do not have a kit available to fit the 5-1/2 foot option for your F-150. However, I do have another American made option that will suit your needs. The B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # BWRVK2404 is, again, made in the USA and is compatible with B&W Patriot, Curt, Demco, Draw-Tite, Hidden
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  • Recommended Industry Standard Rails and SumoSprings for a 2014 Ford F-150 2WD
  • The Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch item # C16115 will work great with the Lippert Turning Point pin box. It has a 16,000 lbs capacity which will work great with your Reflection 269RD 5th wheel trailer. A rotating pin box is the best option for your short bed 2014 F-150 because a slider will not give you enough clearance to turn and back into tight spaces with a 5-1/2' bed. To attach the E16 you will want the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches item
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  • Do Reese Fifth Wheel Rails # BWRVK2404 Fit Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch
  • Yes, the B and W fifth wheel rails part # BWRVK2404 are the industry standard fifth wheel rails that your Reese hitch is designed to fit.
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  • Can Base Rails Be Installed Over A Bed Liner
  • Hi Ed, Base rails sit right on the bed so you would need to trim the liner in order to install the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVK2404 in your 2013 Ford F-150. It's only acceptable to install base rails over a spray-on liner.
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