Which 5th Wheel Brackets And Base Rails Are Recommended For 2021 Ford F150?

Published 09/10/2021

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Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Ford 150

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$299.95

Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Carbide Black Finish

(128)

$124.95

Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs

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$1795.00

Question:

Hi do you know if the curt 16442 brackets fit in a 2021 Ford F-150? Or know what does fit 2021 F-150?

asked by: James S

Expert Reply:

The brackets you were looking at are not a fit, but I confirmed that the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Ford 150 # C86WR is what you need for your 2021 Ford F-150 XL with the 6-1/2' bed. You can then install some 5th wheel base rails such as Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Carbide Black Finish # C16204 which offer the industry standard setup for a typical 5th wheel hitch.

You will want to find a sliding 5th wheel hitch so that you have the proper clearance for sharp turns needed for your short bed. The Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider 18,000 lbs # DM8550034 would be an excellent option for your application; this will fit the Curt base rails mentioned previously. I attached a couple demonstration videos for you to check out.

expert reply by: Andrew N