Are there Any 5th Wheel Hitches that Only Pivot Front to Back
Question:
What model or make of fifth wheel hitch only pivots from front to back and not side to side? My old hitch did not pivot side to side and I cannot seem to find another that does the same.
asked by: Rod
Expert Reply:
I urge you to consider a 5th wheel hitch with a double pivot head considering that the trailer is going to pitch and roll as you drive not to mention you won't always be on level ground when hooking up. All of the hitches that we carry pivot front to back and side to side. That's how they make them nowadays. I wish we had one that met your needs but they don't seem to make those anymore.
If you are looking for something inexpensive I recommend the Curt 16K hitch # C16115 for a fixed version or # 16516 for the slider version. Both hitches are rated for 16,000 pounds. They do have a double-pivot head though. Both hitches have the slide-bar style jaw. I have included links to video reviews for you.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Roller - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Economy - Slide-Bar Jaw
- 15 - 17 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- CURT
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Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Economy - Slide-Bar Jaw
- 13-1/4 - 17 Inch Tall
- CURT
more information >
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Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned 360-Degree
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 13 - 17 Inch Tall
- CURT
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