Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for a B and W Turnover Companion Gooseneck Hitch
Question:
I have the Curt 16210 X5 adapter plate for a Curt Q20 5th wheel hitch. I had a BandW Turnover Ball Companion hitch in my previous truck, which I really enjoyed. This Curt hitch is quite finicky compared to my old BandW, and therefore I am interested in a better hitch that will fit my X5 adapter and rated for 18K or more. I know there is the 18K Patriot from BandW, but is there something else that works as easily that would be rated for 18K or 20K? Thanks
asked by: Stephen G
Expert Reply:
You can't go wrong with a B and W fifth wheel hitch. A lot of the installers here say they are their favorite hitches.
Since you have a Turnover gooseneck hitch you could use a Companion Slider 20k Hitch part # BWRVK3400 and not have to mess with the adapter at all. This would be your best choice honestly. The B and W Patriot only has a 16k capacity and doesn't slide so it would not be a good option.
You could also sell the X5 to offset the cost of the Companion if you wanted to as well.
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Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Companion Slider Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Truck
- Gooseneck Hitch to Fifth Wheel Trailer
- No Offset
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Connects to Gooseneck Hole
- Adjustable Height
- Hitch Adapters
- B and W
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Curt X5 5th Wheel Base Rails Adapter for Curt Double Lock Gooseneck Trailer Hitches - 20,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Truck
- Gooseneck Hitch to Fifth Wheel Trailer
- No Offset
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Connects to Gooseneck Hole
- Fixed Height
- Hitch Adapters
- CURT
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