Best Fifth Wheel Hitch Available for 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD
Published 01/23/2018
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Question:
We have a 2006 GMC 2500HD Crew cab 4 w.d. duramax diesel 6.5 box. we are purchasing a 33 foot 5th wheel trailer. It has a pin weight of 1500 lbs. UVW 8895 LBS GVWR 10995. What Would be the best 5th wheel hitch in this case. We would like a smooth ride and easy to use on uneven surfaces. Also want to consider the future in case we go to a bit bigger trailer. There are many makes and models it makes it hard to choose the best one. Thank you for your help
asked by: Robert H
Expert Reply:
It seems like you are looking for the best fifth wheel hitch available, and if that is the case the answer is the B&W Companion # BWRVK3400-5W, which would mount in the bed of your 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD with the Underbed Installation Kit # BWGNRK1067-5W, which also acts as a heavy-duty gooseneck hitch.
The Companion is considered by many to be the highest-quality fifth wheel hitch available. With more than 400 reviews from customers who have purchased it, the Companion has gotten a nearly unanimous 5-star rating. It features dual jaws which are a full 1" thick to provide complete contact with your king pin so you can have faith that your connection is completely secure. The Companion is also going to give you a much quieter ride with less rattling than other fifth wheels due to that secure connection, along with the polyurethane bushings it has.
It has a pivoting head to make hooking up easier, a cam-action latch to deter binding, and offers three different height settings to ensure you are level with your fifth wheel. The B&W has a built-in slider to accommodate the 6-1/2 foot bed on your Sierra and a towing capacity of 20,000 lbs. I've added links to video reviews of the hitch for you to take a look at as well.
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B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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