Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch For A 2022 GMC 2500 Denali 6-3/4' Bed With OEM Prep Package

Question:

Hello, Looking for the best hitch for my 2022 GMC 2500 HD Sierra 4WD Denali. The vehicle comes with the Gooseneck/5th wheel prep feature. My 5th wheel RV weighs in at 10,400lbs. Thanks,

asked by: Tony C

Expert Reply:

Since your 2022 GMC 2500 HD Sierra Denali with OEM prep package has a 6-3/4' bed you will want to using a sliding fifth wheel hitch to provide more turning clearance and prevent the nose of your fifth wheel trailer from coming into contact with the cab of your truck. For the best I recommend the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000lbs # DM8550034 with the Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Chevy/GMC OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package - 21K # DM6333. The rail adapter will allow you to easily install/remove the hitch from the bed of your truck for full bed access.

This hitch automatically slides as you turn giving you up to 14" of additional turning clearance to execute tight turns. Other sliding hitches will require you to exit the cab and switch it into the maneuvering position for the turn and then get back out again to lock it back into the towing position once you complete the turn. This hitch has a wraparound, single-piece jaw provides a secure connection for 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact for less rattle and more security than slide-bar jaws. The 3/4" thick, solid steel locking bar reinforces the connection of your coupled trailer and automatically locks into place when the jaw closes. The double-pivot hitch head pivots front to back and side to side to ease hookup and help to limit chucking for a comfortable ride.

Note: If you have a Trailair or Rota-flex pin box you will need the Demco Hijacker Autoslide Capture Plates for Trailair Rota-Flex Pin Boxes # DM6171 to lock the king pin in place and prevent it from pivoting in the jaws of the hitch.

If your trailer has a sidewinder pin box then I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000lbs # BWRVK3710 along with the Sidewinder Wedge Kit for B&W, Demco, and Husky Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP74FR to lock in the king pin in the jaws of the hitch. B&W manufactures their products in the US and are known for their quality. The 1" thick dual jaws provide 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact for less rattle and more security than slide-bar jaws. The fully articulating head pivots front-to-back and side-to-side to ease hookup and help to limit chucking. This hitch has improved cab clearance achieved with 2" of front-to-back adjustment and 3 height settings to fit your application.