Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 with 6-1/2' Bed
Published 02/09/2022
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I have 44 inches from the very front of the axel on 2018 GMC 4 wheel drive 4 door pickup with a 61/2 foot bed. I am considering a sliding 5th wheel hitch. how many inches in front of the axel should the king pin be? also your opinion of this hitch and are there better alternatives?
asked by: Robert M
Expert Reply:
It sounds like you might just be looking for a fifth wheel hitch for your 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 with 6-1/2' bed and if that's the case then we do have some great options but you will need a sliding hitch for cab clearance. The B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3270 is what I recommend which will require the B&W Custom Installation Kit part # BWRVK2503. In general, the install kit will place the king pin over the rear axle as much as possible but some move it slightly forward or rearward.
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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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