Will A 16K B&W Companion Ford For A 5th Wheel With UVW Of 7,876 lbs?
Updated 01/28/2026 | Published 08/19/2024
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I am buying a new fifth wheel with a UVW of 7,876 lbs and a Curt Turning Point hitch. This will be towed with a 2012 F250 diesel with existing hitch rails. Will a 16k Companion Patriot hitch work for me or would you recommend the 18k?
asked by: John S
Expert Reply:
Hello John. It sounds like the 16K B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3200 will be more than sufficient for your camper. You will want to confirm the gross weight of your camper, but with the unloaded weight being only 7,876, the gross weight should be nowhere near 16K. As long as the GVWR is less than 16K, the Patriot hitch will work great for you. The 18K version part # BWRVK3255 is available, but the additional capacity really should not be needed.
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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed 5th Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
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Jesse M.
1/27/2026
Hey John, how did things turn out with the 16K Patriot hitch for your fifth wheel and F250 setup? Did it give you the towing confidence you were looking for? Your update could make it easier for others choosing between the 16K and 18K models.