B&W Companion For Flat Bed Truck
Updated 12/15/2025 | Published 11/04/2024
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Question:
Will this work on a CM flatbed with a 2 5/16 ball welded in 4 1/2 from bottom to top of bed?
asked by: Danny C
Expert Reply:
Hello Danny.
The B&W Companion Slider Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs # BWRVK3400 does not work with flat bed trucks.
The B&W Companion has its name because it is the companion to their gooseball hitch. B&W uses a unique square opening for their ball to sit in. You will need to install the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for Flatbed Trucks - 30,000 lbs # BWGNRK1500, and then the B&W Companion Flatbed Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs # BWRVK3050 would install right in the square opening where the ball sits. B&W does not have a slider hitch option for a flat bed as a slider is not required. Slider hitches are recommended on trucks that have a bed size smaller than 8 foot.
Since your gooseneck ball is welded to your flatbed, we do have a different option for you. The Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter for Recessed Ball - Single Jaw - 21,000 lbs # DM8550046. This 5th wheel hitch would attach directly to the gooseneck ball. I have attached a review video to check out.
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B&W Companion Slider Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Gooseneck Adapter
- Adapts Truck
- Gooseneck Hitch to 5th Wheel Trailer
- No Extra Clearance
- 20000 lbs
- Connects to Gooseneck Hole
- Not Shock Absorbing
- B and W
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Kate F.
12/15/2025
Hey Danny, how did things go with the Demco Recon hitch for your flatbed setup? Your update could make it easier for others trying to use a welded gooseneck ball on a CM bed.