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Recommended Fifth Wheel Hitch for 2009 GMC 2500HD with 6.5 Foot Bed  

Updated 02/12/2013 | Published 02/09/2013



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I have a 2009 GMC 2500HD Crew Cab 4D 6.5 ft Looking to get a Flagstaff 8528CKWS fifth wheel or a Keystone Couger 277RLSWE What type of hitch do I need?

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Due to your bed length, you will need a sliding (as opposed to a stationary) hitch whose capacity exceeds the fully loaded and ready to tow weight of the fifth wheel you choose.

For a 16K capacity, I'd recommend the Curt A16, part # C16521 or # C16541 for a 20K capacity. For either hitch, go with the # C16418-204 install bracket/rail kit.

If you'd like a 7-way trailer connector in your truck bed so you don't have to run the trailer connector cable up over the tailgate, you can install one using part # C56000.




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