What is the Difference Between the B&W Companion 20K and 25K 5th Wheel Hitches Aside from Capacity
Question:
What is the difference between the 25k Bandw companion and the 20k Bandw companion are the heads different or is it the base ?
asked by: Matt
Expert Reply:
The B&W Companion 20k # BWRVK3300 and 25k # BWRVK3305 base and head are going to differ in their components and construction, which results in the 25k hitch being about 10-lbs total heavier than the 20k hitch; so the 25k hitch head and base is a little bit "beefier" than the 20k version. Typically the components that are upgraded for the higher capacity is slightly thicker steel, heavier duty bushings and other small components that add a bit of capacity to the setup.
In spite of the component and construction differences, the design of the hitches makes them cross compatible, so you would be able to use a 25k head on 20k legs. Even though this is possible, in this case, you would be limited by the lowest rated component in your setup-which would be 20000-lbs.
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ford Super Duty Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ford
- 6250 lbs Vertical Load
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16-3/4 - 18-3/4 Inch Tall
- B and W
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B&W Companion OEM 5th-Wheel Hitch for Ford Super Duty Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ford
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16-3/4 - 18-3/4 Inch Tall
- B and W
more information >
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