Recommended 5th Wheel and Wiring for a 2023 Ford F-350
Updated 10/27/2025 | Published 03/11/2025
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I am in the process of buying a 2023 Ford F-350 short bed without OEM puck system and a 2025 Alliance Avenue 23ML trailer and Im trying to decide on a fifth wheel hitch and bed rail system. Im leaning towards the BandW Patriot. Can you please provide all the necessary parts I would need and any other suggestions you may have. Thanks so much!
asked by: Mark
Expert Reply:
Hey Mark, congrats on the soon to be new truck! For a 5th wheel and rails choice, I'd second the B&W Patriot # BW25QR. This is an excellent choice for anyone that boasts a nice 18,000 lb capacity, an adjustable hitch height of 17" to 19", and has 12" of travel from front to back.
This kit also includes the needed base rails to install this hitch, so you'll be all set :)
The only other thing you could add for quality of life is an in bed 7-way for easy hookup. Since your truck is pretty new, then it might already have one in the bed, but if not you can add one with # 50-97-410-010.
Let me know down below if there is anything else I can do for you!
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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ford Super Duty - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed 5th Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
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Lazer S.
10/27/2025
Hey Mark, how did things go with the B&W Patriot and rail kit for your F-350 and Alliance Avenue trailer? Did the setup give you the clearance and towing comfort you were hoping for? Your update could make it easier for others pairing a similar truck and trailer.