Reese Airborne Premium 5th Wheel Sidewinder for 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 with a 6 3/4 foot bed

Question:

Can a fixed 5th wheel hitch be used on a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 with a 6 3/4 foot bed and towing prep package? I want a fixed hitch. I have a Lippert 1621 pin box and was looking at sidewinders.

asked by: John L

Expert Reply:

Yes, you can use a fixed hitch with your 2022 Chevy Silverado's 6 3/4 foot bed, you will just need to change your pin box to a rotating pin box for superior clearance. I recommend using the Reese M5 hitch # RP26FR and the 5th Airborne Premium 5th Wheel Air Ride King Pin w/ Sidewinder and Turret - 16,000 lbs item # RP61422. This pin box moves your 5th-Wheel trailer's pivot point back an extra 22" toward the rear of your tow vehicle so that you can easily make 90-degree turns, even with a short-bed pickup truck. It has a Weight capacity of 16,000 lbs so it will match up perfectly with your Curt A16. The Reese Fifth Wheel King Pin item # RP61422 is compatible with your Lippert 1621 pin box.

Keep in mind, you'll also need to use Wedge # RP44FR to keep the king pin from rotating inside the hitch.

expert reply by: Jerred H