Where Should a Gooseneck Trailer Hitch be Located on a Ford F-450

Updated 03/05/2015 | Published 03/04/2015

Question:

What is the recommended gooseneck ball center versus single rear axle center on a Ford 450

asked by: Ted

Expert Reply:

Gooseneck trailer hitches tend to be a little more forward of the rear axle on a truck compared to 5th wheel hitches. But if you have the hitch placed directly over the center of the rear axle or a few inches forward then it is in the ideal location.

If you can tell me the year of your Ford F-450 and if it has a regular pickup bed or a flatbed I might be able to give you a more specific location.

expert reply by: Michael H