Does B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch Require A Capture Plate?
Updated 09/26/2025 | Published 05/04/2025
Question:
Hello I have a pullrite hitch that uses a capture plate on rv side do I need to take off or can I leave it on I and going to the BandW 25000 hitch set up with the ram 3500 puck system?
asked by: James
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Expert Reply:
Hello James, thanks for reaching out. The capture plate would not be needed when using the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3600. So you could take it off and leave it off.
expert reply by:
Jesse M
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed 5th Wheel
- OEM - Ram
- 6500 lbs Vertical Load
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
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Jesse M.
9/26/2025
Hey James, did you have a chance to remove the capture plate for your new B&W hitch setup? I'm curious to know how it worked out for you, as it could help others with similar setups.