B&W Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 with Rail Kit
Published 10/25/2017
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I was wondering if I can get an opinion on two different brand fifth wheel hitches, Blue Ox that mounts to a goose neck ball, or a B&W Companion that mounts to factory installed puck system I'm trying to make a decision between these two hitches on which one would be the best in performance and handling. I would appreciate your input.
asked by: Larry P
Helpful Expert Reply:
Since you have a short bed 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 with the factory rail kit you have to go with a slider hitch to allow you the clearance to make tight turns. So for that you would want the part # BWRVK3770.
There are a few exceptions where you might be able to get away with a stationary hitch part # BWRVK3700 though. The trailer would have to either have a narrow nose designed for short bed clearance or have a Reese Revolution or Sidewinder pin box installed.
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - GM
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16-3/4 - 18-3/4 Inch Tall
- B and W
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Larry P.
10/25/2017
I was wondering if I can get an opinion on two different brand fifth wheel hitches, Blue Ox that mounts to a goose neck ball, or a B&W Companion that mounts to factory installed puck system I'm trying to make a decision between these two hitches on which one would be the best in performance and handling. I would appreciate your input.