Is Gooseneck or Fifth Wheel Better for Towing
Question:
Hi... I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 dually with a cCummins 24 valve diesel. 220k miles. Which do you suggest I use as a tow package...5th or GN? Thank you.
asked by: Michael
Expert Reply:
The best choice of hitch is whatever you need for your trailer. With that being said, gooseneck trailer's are more common in agricultural or commercial applications where fifth wheels are more the recreational side. You generally get a smoother ride with a fifth wheel trailer.
If you're unsure which you will need or could possibly need both I suggest the B&W Companion. It uses a gooseneck underbed hitch # BWGNRK1394 that a fifth wheel hitch # BWRVK3500 can be added to. Not only will you be able to tow either type of trailer but you'll also have one of the most highly regarded hitches on the market.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Companion Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Truck
- Gooseneck Hitch to Fifth Wheel Trailer
- No Offset
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Connects to Gooseneck Hole
- Fixed Height
- Hitch Adapters
- B and W
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B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs
- Gooseneck Hitch
- Below the Bed
- Manual Ball Removal
- 7500 lbs TW
- 30000 lbs GTW
- Removable Ball - Stores in Hitch
- Wheel Well Release
- 2-5/16 Hitch Ball
- B and W
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