Andersen Ultimate AN67VR - What Is The Footprint Of The Base?
Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/18/2025
Question:
Will this work on a flatbed with a recessed hitch ball? Whats the footprint of the base?
asked by: Taylor A
Expert Reply:
29.5x31.5
Hello Taylor, thanks for reaching out. The footprint of the base on the Andersen Ultimate Connection 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch System # AN87VR is 29-1/2" wide by 31-1/2". I measured one in house and confirmed. Sadly though, this is for a standard gooseneck ball, and will not work with a recessed ball.
For a flatbed with a recessed ball, a better option is the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter # DM8550046. This is made for a recessed ball and has a 21K capacity. The picture below shows an example of this hitch installed on a flat bed truck.
Feel free to reach out and reply below with any questions.
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Andersen Ultimate Connection 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch System - Flatbed - Toolbox Version - 24,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Gooseneck Adapter
- Adapts Flatbed Truck
- Gooseneck Hitch to 5th Wheel Trailer
- Provides Extra Clearance
- 24000 lbs
- Connects to Gooseneck Ball
- Not Shock Absorbing
- Andersen
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Jesse M.
10/30/2025
Hey Taylor, how did the Demco Recon hitch work out on your flatbed with the recessed ball? Knowing how it fit could really help others trying to set up a similar truck.