Will The Demco Autoslide DM8550038 Work For A Lighter 11,525 lb 5th Wheel
Updated 01/27/2026 | Published 08/20/2024
Question:
I purchased a Demco 21k Autoslide DM8550038 for my 2024 F350, will it work with a lightweight 11525 lb fifth wheel ?
asked by: Scott S
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Expert Reply:
Hello Scott; yes, the Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch # DM8550038 will work great for pulling a 11,525 lb 5th wheel trailer. The hitch does have a much higher rating of 21,000 but it will work very well for any 5th wheel 21k or below.
expert reply by:
Jesse M
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Ford Super Duty Prep Package - 21K
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding 5th Wheel
- OEM - Ford
- 5250 lbs Vertical Load
- 21000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 15-1/2 - 18-1/4 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- Demco
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Jesse M.
1/27/2026
Hey Scott, how did the Demco Autoslide work out with your 11,525‑lb fifth wheel? It sounds like a solid match for your F‑350. Your feedback could help others looking at the same setup.