Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500
Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/10/2025
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I’m looking for a 5th wheel hitch and was wondering if in need an auto slide or what would work best . Looking for easy install and removal do to I use my truck for work . Truck 2021 Chevy 2500 4 door Trailer 2015 VOLTAGE V SERIES 3600
asked by: Blake H
Expert Reply:
Hey Blake! Do you have a short bed with the prep package? If so, the Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch # DM29GV you were looking at is a really good choice. If you do not have the prep package you need the # DM57KV with rails insead. This is a high quality hitch and the autoslide feature is great to have so you don't have to get in and out while turning.
The one difficult part about installation and removal will be the weight since the hitch weighs 322 lbs. The head is 60 lbs and is removable to make it a little easier to manage. This is pretty typical for a 5th wheel hitch, especially when you have a slider for a short bed. To make things easy you could use a hoist like the Viking Solutions Rack Jack Magnum Hoist w/ Winch # 310-VMH001. This along with the Demco 5th Wheel Lifting Bracket # DM6100 will allow you to get it in and out of the truck without too much trouble.
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Chevrolet/GMC Prep Package - 21K
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding 5th Wheel
- OEM - GM
- 5250 lbs Vertical Load
- 21000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 18 - 19-1/2 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
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Robin H.
10/30/2025
Hey Blake, how did things go with the Demco Autoslide hitch for your Chevy 2500 and Voltage trailer? Did the hoist setup make getting the hitch in and out any easier? Your feedback could really help others looking for a similar setup.