Recommended Lightweight 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500

Question:

Have you ever heard of a 5th Wheel Hitch that is made from Titanium? My brother says they exist and are very light weight, but I cant seem to find anything online that says they exist..

asked by: Sheri M

Expert Reply:

I have not heard of a fifth-wheel hitch that is constructed of titanium. If the hitch's weight is a concern, and your 2017 Chevy Silverado has the 8 foot bed, I recommend taking a look at the Andersen Ultimate Connection 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # AM3200. This is a unique system that will mount to industry-standard base rails on your truck and includes a coupler adapter that will connect to the the trailer's king pin. The unit weighs only 40 pounds and features a 20,000 pound towing weight capacity.

For industry standard rails that are confirmed to fit your Silverado, I recommend the Reese Quick-Install Custom Kit # RP50064-58. This base rail kit includes custom brackets that will use existing holes in the truck's frame, eliminating the need for drilling into its frame and cutting down on installation time.

I have attached an installation video for these rails that you can use for reference.

expert reply by: Chris R