Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for 2016 Silverado 3500 6-1/2-Foot-Bed Crew Cab with Factory Rail Kit

Question:

Can you please tell me what Fifth Wheel hitch I need for a 2016 CHevy Silverado 3500HD Crew Cab with 6.5 foot bed? Thank you!

asked by: Roberta

Expert Reply:

For a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 6-1/2-foot-bed crew cab with the factory rail kit, the 20K-rated 5th wheel hitch I recommend is the B&W Companion # BWRVK3700. B&W hitches are considered to be among the finest such products available, and this USA-made hitch includes features like a fully-articulating head assembly for easier hitching, extra-thick 1-inch dual jaws for excellent grip on the trailer's king pin to reduce rattle, three different height settings to help keep your trailer level, and a rail-free design that works with your factory rail kit to leave your truck bed clear for cargo when you need it. All in all, a killer hitch.

If you need a higher capacity hitch rated for 25K, then the option I suggest is Curt's Q25 # C16069 which shares similar features and installs the same way.

For a wiring harness for the truck bed you can use # C56000 from Curt which will be an easy plug-in installation at the truck's existing bumper-mounted 7-way.

expert reply by: Adam R