Fifth Wheel Hitch and Rail Kit Recommendation for 2016 Toyota Tundra 5-1/2 ft Bed
Updated 05/24/2019 | Published 05/23/2019
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Question:
Would like to know what 5th wheel hitch you would recommend for a 2016 Toyota tundra 5.5ft bed?
asked by: Roger A
Expert Reply:
For truck's with short beds you have to use a slider hitch so that the truck and trailer will have the needed clearance to make tight turns. Now for trucks that have beds that are shorter than 6 feet it's gets even more difficult as most sliders don't have the travel needed but we do have one hitch that does with the Demco Hijacker Autoslide part # DM8550040 which automatically slides back 22-1/2 inches as you make tight turns so this is what I recommend for you.
Then to install the hitch you'll need a rail kit that's confirmed as a fit for your 2016 Toyota Tundra like the part # DM8552020-71. This will be the best possible solution for towing a fifth wheel with your truck.
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 13,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 3250 lbs Vertical Load
- 13000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 15-1/4 - 18 Inch Tall
- 22-1/2 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
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