How Thick Are the Jaws On the Reese 16K 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch RP30047

Question:

Hi, What is the thickness of the clamping jaws? Thanks,

asked by: Bill B

Expert Reply:

The Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # RP30047 has dual locking jaws which are 1/2" thick. If you are looking for something beefier then I recommend the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16120 which has dual interlocking jaws which are 1" thick. The Curt A16 also has a much tighter fit around the kin pin therefore less movement occurs and you receive a better ride quality. The other thing I really like about the Curt A-16 is that it has a one pin head removal system that makes for taking the hitch in and out of the truck bed manageable for one person.

These will both fit the same set of above bed base rails.

expert reply by: Conner L