5th Wheel Rails Needed to Use a Curt Sliding Hitch on a 2019 Ford F-250 Short Bed

Published 12/11/2018

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Reese Elite Series Underbed Rail Adapter for Standard 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 20,000 lbs

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$431.00

Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ S20 Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs

(495)

$1294.95

Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector for Aluminum Beds - 7' Long

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Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches

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Question:

What do I need so that I can use my Curt Q20 sliding fifth wheel hitch with the short bed on my 2019 F-250?

asked by: Chris

Expert Reply:

The exact part that you need to use your Curt sliding 5th wheel hitch, like part # C55DR, in the short bed of your 2019 Ford F-250 depends on if you have the OEM prep package or not.

If you do have the OEM prep package then you simply need the Elite Series Underbed Rail Adapter # RP30156 which drops into your puck system.

If you don't have the OEM prep package you need a base rail kit like part # RP50074-58 which doesn't require drilling for the install. Both of these options give you the industry standard mounting points that are compatible with the majority of 5th wheel hitches out there.

I also recommend installing the Curt Wiring Harness # C57008 if you don't already have a 7-Way in the bed of your pickup. This makes connecting and disconnecting the wiring from your trailer much easier.