bing tracking image
Q & A Icon

B and W Companion Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Ford F-250  

Question:

What is the rail kit used for

0

Expert Reply:

We have just what you are looking for. The correct Companion hitch you'll need for your short bed 2017 Ford F-250 is the slider Companion part # BWRVK3400 if you do not have the factory rail kit to give you the needed turn clearance.

For the rail kit you'd then need the B and W Turnoverball Gooseneck hitch part # BWGNRK1116 which is confirmed as a fit for your truck.

If you have the factory rail kit you'd instead want the part # BWRVK3370 which fits the rail kit directly in your truck bed.

expert reply by:
0
Jameson C

Todd

3/2/2018

What is the rail kit used for

Jameson C.

3/2/2018

The purpose of the rail kit is to provide the attachment for the hitch to the truck's frame. The bed floor of a truck is not strong enough for a hitch to attach to and that's why you need the rail kit to attach to the much stronger truck frame.

Products Referenced in This Question



Product Page this Question was Asked From


Q & A Icon

Continue Researching

See More Q&A Expert Answers >>