Recommended Solution for Clean Truck Bed When Not Towing 5th Wheel on 2020 Ford F-250
Question:
I have a 2020 F250 4X4, and want to know if the Anderson AM3200 system will work with the Reese RP30126 Under-bed rail system. I am trying to avoid having to leave any rails inside the bed when not hauling a travel trailer
asked by: Rick F
Helpful Expert Reply:
I have a solution for you, but the Andersen Ultimate # AM3200 is not compatible with a Reese # RP30126; the Reese system is not a fit for a 2020 Ford F-250 and the Andersen Ultimate requires standard base rails so it doesn't sound like this would be the best combination for you.
If your goal is to have a truck bed that is clear from any impediments while you're not towing your trailer I recommend using the B&W Turnoverball system # BWGNRK1116-5W and the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3500-5W. The Turnoverball system provides you with a gooseneck hitch that accepts the Companion hitch and will give you a nice, clean truck bed when you're not towing; the gooseneck ball can also be stored upside down, so you don't have to worry about losing it when it's not being used. If you've got a short bed F-250 then you'll want to use the # BWRVK3400-5W instead of the # BWRVK3500-5W, since it's a sliding hitch and will provide you the necessary clearance to make sure your trailer doesn't contact the truck cab during tight turns.
I've linked a review and installation video of this system for you to check out, but this would be the best solution for the clean truck bed you're seeking and also gives you a really durable and reliable 5th wheel hitch to match.
Products Referenced in This Question
Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Below the Bed
- B and W
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B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16-1/4 - 18-1/4 Inch Tall
- B and W
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Under-Bed Rail and Installation Kit for Reese Elite Series 5th Wheel and Gooseneck Trailer Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Below the Bed
- Reese
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Andersen Ultimate Connection 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch System with Adapter - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- No Pivot
- 15-3/4 - 18 Inch Tall
- Andersen
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