Best 5th Wheel Hitch for 2017 Ford F-350 6-3/4 Foot Bed and Factory Prep Kit

Question:

What would be the best hitch for a 2017 Ford F350 4x4 SB with factory hitch prep kit and a 2017 Big Horn 3160EL? Trying to get the rig leveled out. Thanks for any input.

asked by: RONALD B

Expert Reply:

Since your 2017 Ford F-350 has a bed that is under 8 feet you will want to use a sliding 5th wheel hitch to avoid damaging your cab during tight turning conditions.

We do have a great selection of sliding 5th wheel hitches that are compatible with the factory prep kit installed on your F-350, but out of all of them I recommend going with one of out Autosliding hitches. The Demco Hijacker # DM8550024 is rated for 18K so it will easily be able to pull your 2017 Big Horn 3160 Elite even when it is loaded to its 15,500-lb GVWR. It will simply drop into the pucks in your bed and lock into place.

The Hijacker not only Automatically slides when you are performing tight turns, but it also has rotating, double-pivot hitch head for a smooth ride and easy hookup. The wrap-around jaw style provides 360-degree contact with the king pin to help combat chucking and jarring while the 3/4" steel locking bar reinforces the connection of your coupled trailer. The hitch height can also be adjusted between 15-1/2", 16-3/4", and 18-1/4" depending on what you are needing. We recommend 5-6" of clearance between your bed rails and pin box.

I have attached a few videos for you to check out as well for more information.

expert reply by: Jon G