Will a 5th Wheel Hitch from a 2011 Ford F-350 Fit a 2016 Ford F-350

Question:

hi, im about to buy a 2011 f350 crew cab long bed with the prep package for gooseneck and fifth wheel, but the truck dont come with the fifth wheel, then I need to find one my own, I found one brand new from a 2016 ford f350, will it fit or the kit are not the same? thanks in advance for your time!!!

asked by: Matt

Expert Reply:

The factory puck system is the same for both a 2011 Ford F-350 and a 2016 Ford F-350. Therefore, if the hitch uses the factory puck system then it will work well for you. If the 5th wheel hitch did not utilize the factory puck system then you will need an adapter to use the hitch like part # RP30156. Please keep in mind that this adapter only works with 5th wheel hitches that use industry standard rails (ISR).

Another thing you will want to be aware of is bed length. Since you have an 8' bed you will want to use a fixed 5th wheel hitch but if the hitch came out of a 6-3/4' bed then it is more than likely a sliding hitch unless a Sidewinder was used. If your new truck doesn't already have an in-bed wiring harness you can add one using part # 50-97-410.

expert reply by: Conner L