Can Gooseneck Hitch Tow 13.6k Fifth Wheel
Updated 12/01/2025 | Published 11/25/2025
Question:
I have a plate with ball in my truck I want to know if it will handle my 5th wheel camper it is max weight 13600 the plate and ball are heave duty ball says 30000 lbs but can find any numbers on plate . We use it to pull horse trailers I can send a pick if you need it
asked by: William S
Expert Reply:
Hey William, I would assume the plate and the ball are both rated at 30k based on what you found and you'd be totally fine but it's hard to totally guarantee that without more info. What I can tell you is that gooseneck hitches are generally rated a lot higher than 13.6k so either way I believe you would be totally fine.
Do you have a fifth wheel to gooseneck adapter already?
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Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter - 12" to 16" Tall - 20,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Gooseneck Adapter
- Adapts Trailer
- 5th Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- No Extra Clearance
- 20000 lbs
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Shock Absorbing
- Convert-A-Ball
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William S.
11/27/2025
I need to get a gooseneck pinbox for my 5th wheel.