Correct Weight Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for 2018 GMC Sierra 2500
Question:
What weight capacity of automatic slider hitches do you offer and recommend for pulling a 27 foot Colorado. Please include your recommendation of hitches available and the prices of each including installation kits. Slightly over 12000 lbs. loaded trailer weight.
asked by: Robert M
Helpful Expert Reply:
For any trailer under 18,000 lbs the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # DM8550034 will be an excellent option. In order to use the Demco Hijacker 5th Wheel Hitch on your 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 you'll need the Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit part # DM8552011-71.
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Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Above the Bed
- Demco
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 16-1/2 - 19-1/4 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- Demco
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