5th Wheel Hitch Recommendation For 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500 With 6-1/2 Foot Standard Bed
Updated 12/06/2021 | Published 12/05/2021
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I have a 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500 hd custom trim line. I do not have the oem pep package. My bed is 6-1/2 foot long. What hitches do you recommend?
asked by: Randy B
Expert Reply:
We can get your 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500 with a 6-1/2 foot standard bed set up with a 5th wheel hitch, and for that size bed what you will need is a sliding hitch. The reason for that is this will allow the clearance needed to make tighter turns without the trailer hitting your Chevy's cab. The hitch I highly recommend for your truck is from B&W:
- B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Slider # BWRVK3270
The reason I like the Patriot # BWRVK3270 so much because of the value the hitch offers; it combines extremely high quality at a price point that is better than similar hitches. B&W is known for making the most well-constructed towing products, including their 5th wheel hitches, and the Patriot is no exception. This hitch is rated for 18,000 lbs and is a brawny steel construction, including its jaw system, which constructed from steel, including its 3/4" thick jaws.
That hefty jaw thickness is important as it helps ensure they remain totally stable around the king pin, and they are also designed to be extremely tight with full king pin contact. What that does is ensure the there will be less back and forth movement of the king pin in the jaws than other hitches that have lesser jaw systems. It also has cushioned bushings to minimize the noise that can occur when towing a 5th wheel trailer, and these things combine to give you a more comfortable towing experience at the best possible value.
In order to install the Patriot in your bed you will also need 5th wheel base rails, and the best option for that is a custom no-drill kit as that is not only good for your truck but also saves time during the installation. The correct fit for your '21 Silverado 2500 is the B&W Custom Installation Kit with Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVK2505.
Finally, you may also need a 5th wheel wiring harness if you don't have one, the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness # C53CR.
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