The Best 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500
Question:
I just won the lottery and bought myself a brand new truck and I am getting a 5th wheel toy hauler. What is the best 5th wheel hitch for my 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 Long bed with the towing prep package? I don't know what my trailer will weigh but I want to be able to pull it. Oh and I want something made in America that I don't have to worry about it breaking.
asked by: Leroy A
Expert Reply:
Congratulations! If you're wanting the best 5th wheel hitch that is also proudly made in America then you are going to want the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch item # BWRVK3715. The Companion is specially designed to attach to the receivers in your Silverado's factory 5th-wheel towing prep package. I have attached a picture of the 1" thick dual jaws that provide a 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact. This causes less rattle and more security than slide-bar jaws. The Companion has a massive 25,000 lbs towing capacity and a 6,250 lbs tongue weight. I have attached a picture of what the Companion will look like installed in your Silverado's bed. I have also linked a couple of installation and review videos.
Don't forget your lube plate. The Lube Plate for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10" Diameter item # RP83002 will prevent scratches on your fifth-wheel's skid plate and ease trailer hookup.
The B&W Companion weighs over 150 lbs. If that's not something you're interested in moving by yourself and don't want to have to rely on someone to help you, then I recommend purchasing the B&W 5th Wheel Lifting Device for Companion and Patriot Hitches item # BWRVXA3130. This heavy duty steel tool lets you lift your B&W 5th-wheel hitch from your truck bed with a hoist. The 5th-Wheel jaws clamp around the device for a secure grip. I have attached a picture.
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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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B&W 5th Wheel Lifting Device for Companion and Patriot Hitches
- Accessories and Parts
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Tools
- Lift Bracket
- Companion
- Patriot
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Lube Plate for Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10" Diameter
- Accessories and Parts
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Plates
- Lube Plate
- Reese
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