Is B and W Patriot Fifth Wheel Hitch a Good Choice for 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500
Updated 01/27/2026 | Published 08/18/2024
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I have 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 and I’m purchasing a 2006 Ameri-Camp f299rls 5th wheel. I had seen the patriot 5th wheel hitch with slide and would like to see what I need to get to make this happen and if this is a good option 413217-6595
asked by: Bianca
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Hey Bianca, yes the B and W Patriot slider hitch part # BWRVK3270 is a really great option for a sliding fifth wheel hitch for your 2011 Chevy Silverado 1500 short bed. All you need to install it is the custom rail kit part # BWRVK2503 which installs without frame drilling in your truck bed.
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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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Jameson C.
1/27/2026
Hey Bianca, how did things go getting the Patriot slider hitch and rail kit set up on your Silverado? Your update could make it easier for the next person working on a similar truck and trailer combo.