Weight of Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch DM8550045

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How much does a demco recon 21k weigh?

asked by: Charlie C

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The Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # DM8550045 that you referenced weighs just about 156 pounds, which is relatively light for a hitch of this capacity. Also keep in mind that the head can quickly be separated from the base to allow for an easier two-piece removal process that's kinder on the back.

The head unit by itself weighs about 39 pounds and just the base weighs in at 117 pounds.

I have attached a short video review on the Recon below that you can also check out.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

The Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter #DM8550045 weighs approximately 125 pounds. Most of that weight is the base. I have included a link to a video review for you.

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Answer 2

When using a fixed hitch like the Demco Recon gooseneck to fifth wheel adapter part #DM8550045 that you referenced with a short bed truck it is possible you could get away without having to need more offset for turning clearance but the trailer would…

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Answer 3

The best option to tow a 5th wheel trailer with your 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500 is with a 5th wheel hitch that mounts directly to the gooseneck ball, which is called the Recon and is from Demco: - Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch…

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Answer 4

The base of the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter #DM8550045 needs to sit directly on the truck bed, which means you do have to cut the bed liner on your truck for the Recon to properly secure. If you check out the accompanying…

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Answer 5

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Answer 7

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

If you take a look at the linked diagram you can see the minimum recommended clearance distances between truck and trailer for 5th wheel towing. It is recommended to have at least 5-inches from the top of the bed rails to the bottom of the trailer…

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Answer 11

You do not have to use a sliding 5th wheel hitch in a short bed truck. In many cases, truck beds shorter than 8 ft do not have enough clearance between the trailer and truck to execute sharp turns. This is why sliding hitches were invented. Due to…

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Answer 12

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