What Is The Weight Capacity Of Industry Standard Base Rails
Question:
What’s the weight rating for this bed rail kit?
asked by: Wes J
Expert Reply:
The weight limit on B&W base rail kits like # BWRVK2500 you mention, is rated for 18,000lbs. Previously, it was generally accepted that the rails have the same capacity as the hitch that is installed on it, however, this is not the case anymore.
If you're needing a 5th wheel hitch for your 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD short bed, I recommend the B&W Patriot # BWRVK3270. This hitch has a maximum capacity of 18,000 lbs, and is a perfect fit for the base rail kit # BWRVK2500 mentioned above.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Above the Bed
- B and W
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