Recommended Replacement 5th Wheel Hitch for Easier Hookup on Unlevel Ground
Question:
Will this hitch be a direct fit for my Reese 15k pro rails? I have been having problems with my 15k hitch on uneven ground Will this hitch do a better job?
asked by: Rick E
Helpful Expert Reply:
The 16K Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30047 referenced in your question is compatible with industry standard, above-bed base rails from Reese, Curt, Valley, Draw-Tite and Hidden-Hitch. As long as your Reese rails are industry standard, this hitch will mount without issue. If you are unsure, I have also attached an image that labels the dimensions of industry standard rails. You can use this to compare to your existing set.
While I'm not sure of the model 5th wheel hitch you currently have, I can tell you that this dual jaw Reese hitch features an excellent 4-way pivoting head. This design is specifically built to ease and simplify hookup on unlevel ground and will offer a major improvement if your existing hitch lacks this particular feature. Once connected, the 2-jaw locking system will provide more jaw-to-king-pin contact that will also result in less rattle and greater security.
I have included a short video review on this hitch along with the written installation details for you to check out.
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Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 13-1/2 - 17 Inch Tall
- Reese
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