Should I Go With A B&W 20k or 25k Fifth Wheel Hitch In My 2018 GMC Sierra 3500
Question:
Hi there. Curious on your opinion. Wanting a BandW 5th wheel hitch RVK3700. Our toy hauler will be between 18,000-19,000lbs gvwr fully loaded. Would you recommend the hitch rated for 20,000lb or 24,000lb? Thanks VERY much
asked by: Robert H
Expert Reply:
To be 100% honest, you can absolutely go with the 20k B&W Companion # BWRVK3700. With your toy hauler weighing 19,000 pounds fully loaded, it will definitely handle the weight without issues.
However, if you ever plan on getting a heavier trailer/camper, it may not be a bad idea to go with the 25k B&W Companion # BWRVK3705. This will be a little more expensive on the front end, but you will not need to purchase a new hitch if a new camper weighs more than 20k. If this isn't something you will be doing though, go with the 20k.
Either way you decide to go, I do like to suggest the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness # C56070 as a potential add on when someone is looking at 5th wheel or gooseneck hitches. This will put a 7 Way connection in the bed of a truck so you do not have to drape the trailer wiring over the tailgate making for a cleaner and easier hook up.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - GM
- 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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Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector - 7' Long
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Wiring
- 7 Feet Long
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- CURT
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - GM
- 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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