Are B and W Patriot Slider and Fixed Hitch Bases Interchangeable
Updated 03/09/2026 | Published 03/02/2026
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Will the used item RVB 3270 fit a RV B 3255 base.
asked by: Joe D
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Expert Reply:
Hey Joe, yes the two bases you mentioned part # BWRVB3255 and # BWRVB3270 are interchangeable. if you wanted to go to a slider hitch from a fixed hitch or vice versa you could just switch to the other base.
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Lee B.
3/6/2026
Yea they interchange, I own both and just switch my head depending on which base I need to use.