How Much Does the Head and Base Weigh for the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch

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How much does the fifth wheel head weigh? How much does the base weigh?

asked by: Tim S

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The head alone for the B&W Companion hitch # BWRVK3500 weighs about 70 pounds. Everything else weighs about 130 pounds. So the total weight of the hitch is approximately 200 pounds.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

The shipping weight of the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch #BWRVK3305 is 152 lbs so it will be just under that after you remove the packaging. Although it is still pretty hefty, the head unit part #BWRVC3006 can easily be removed off of…

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Answer 2

Hey Edward, so B and W has a Companion hitch that fits directly to the OEM pucks of your 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 with the part #BWRVK3710 so what that means is you have two options. You could go with the #BWRVK3710 and sell your old hitch second hand…

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Answer 3

Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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Answer 4

Yes, you will want to use a sliding fifth wheel hitch for your 2023 GMC Sierra 2500 that has a standard sized bed. Using a sliding hitch will prevent the nose of your 5th wheel trailer from coming in contact with the cab or your bed when making…

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When installing the pivot arms on your B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000lbs Item #BWRVK3600 you'll want to ensure that you have 6" of clearance between the bed rails and the nose of your…

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Answer 6

If you're looking for the easiest option to move around (since you plan on using your 2020 Chevy Silverado 3500 to gooseneck tow) then I recommend going with the OEM puck system and using the Companion #BWRVK3710 because it is roughly 50 lbs…

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Answer 7

I answered that question a very long time ago before we were carrying the 6 point system #LC675817. That's why I wished we carried it...not that I wish we had it for that guy but that we just carried it in general as people at the time were…

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Answer 8

Yes, you will want to use a sliding fifth wheel hitch since your 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 has a standard sized bed. This will help prevent the nose of your 5th wheel from coming into contact with the cab of your bed when making turns. The only exemption…

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Answer 9

If you have Phoenix Electric Trailer Jack - A-Frame - 22-1/2" Lift - 4,000 lbs Item #UF38-944040 it will show a red light when there is a low voltage situation. There could still be a low power situation though so you could have the battery on…

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Answer 10

I spoke to my contact at Valterra and found that the #A10-5030FBK steps down a 50 amp service receptacle (2 X 120VAC) to 30 amps supply. This would work great for your camping trailers electrical system. I have linked the above mentioned product to…

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Answer 11

The total weight of the B and W Companion Slider Hitch part #BWRVK3370 that you referenced is 266 lbs.

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Answer 12

The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch is the best option on the market for a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500. In regards to using the fixed part #BWRVK3710 vs the slider part #BWRVK3775, this is a question we get often but not one we can give a definitive…

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