Can The Andersen Ultimate Connection 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Be Used To Tow A Gooseneck Trailer

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Can you use the Anderson hitch as just a regular gooseneck hitch

asked by: Keith R

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Hey Keith,

The Andersen Ultimate Connection 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch System # AM3200 can technically be used to connect to a gooseneck trailer, but the ball would sit much higher than normal because it's designed to make up the difference in height that a 5th wheel hitch would cover. If you have base rails the better option would be the Curt Spyder Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for Fifth Wheel Rails # 16085. This would mount into the base rails and give you a gooseneck ball attachment point.

expert reply by: Kevin C

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Keith R.

5/16/2024

Well I am wanting the hight I have an 92 Ford van pickup thing that Ford made an it sits way low so I want ball to sit higher just didn't know structural wise if it could be used as a regular gooseneck hitch

Kevin C.

5/16/2024

@KeithR It's outside of the intended use so if you did have an issue you would likely be liable. I've seen quite a few of these hitches fail when being used with a 5th wheel trailer like the manufacturer intended so I personally would not recommend it. If height is an issue then there are other options like a high-rise hitch ball, lowering the trailer, etc. that we could take to ensure your trip is a safe one. Does your vehicle have base rails installed already or would you be able to install a gooseneck hitch?

Keith R.

5/16/2024

@KevinC maybe a fifth wheel hitch an a gooseneck adapter that locks in the king pin would be the best way to go thanks for your input

Kevin C.

5/16/2024

@KeithR There are gooseneck to king pin adapters, like the # KPG5-R30IP, that could be used to connect to a 5th wheel hitch. We'd need to get some more info on your trailer in order to find the right fit though.

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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