What Tonneau Cover do I Want for My 2024 GMC 1500 5 3/4' Bed with 5th Wheel Hitch?

Updated 10/27/2025 | Published 03/16/2025

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etrailer Hard Tonneau Cover - Folding - Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic - Matte Black

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TruXedo TruXport Soft, Roll-Up Tonneau Cover

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Question:

Hi. What cover, if any, do you recommend for a 2024 GMC 1500 short box 5.8’ with a fifth wheel attachment and a Reese Sidewinder hitch extension, so the front of the camper doesn’t hit the folded up cover and the cover will close over the fifth wheel hitch??? I prefer a hard cover in the low to mid price range but will consider a roll up soft cover. Thanks!

asked by: Mark G

Expert Reply:

Hi Mark,

I see you went with the B&W Patriot—fantastic choice! Given that you have a 5 3/4' bed, I’d recommend a roll-up cover like the TruXedo TruXport Soft Roll-Up Tonneau Cover # TX272401. Unlike a folding cover, a roll-up design takes up less space in the bed when fully opened, giving you more flexibility. You also won’t have any clearance issues with the Patriot fitting underneath. I attached an installed picture so you can see that the height doesn't go above the height of the bed.

Where’s your first destination once everything is set up?

expert reply by: Kate F

Patriot installed in bed of truck.
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Kate F.

10/27/2025

Hey Mark, how did the TruXedo TruXport roll-up cover end up working with your B&W Patriot hitch and fifth wheel setup? It sounds like the extra clearance could make a big difference. Your update could make it easier for others towing with a similar truck and hitch combo.