Does the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Adapter for Recessed Ball Work For Short Beds

Question:

How well does this setup work on a short flatbed pickup truck?

asked by: Jacob M

Expert Reply:

The Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter for Recessed Ball part # DM8550046 work great for short flat bed trucks. I have linked a formula showing how to measure your particular fifth wheel and truck combination to ensure that you have the clearance you need to achieve a 90 degree turn.

(A + B) - C = Clearance
A = Distance from the fifth wheel jaw center to the truck cab (center of your gooseneck ball to the truck cab)
B = Offset used (when using the Recon this will be zero)
C = Width of the nose of the trailer divided by 2.

expert reply by: Randy B