Gooseneck Adapter for a 5th Wheel Trailer

Question:

I am looking for an adapter to pull my 5th wheel trailer with my gooseneck hitch. The gooseneck hitch is on a flatbed so I need a low profile set up. What is available? Thank you.

asked by: Julie A

Expert Reply:

I would be happy to help you. The best option is going to be the Ranch Hitch Universal 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter item # AM3100, you were looking at. This adapter connects to standard king pins and will allow you to tow your 5th wheel trailer without having to purchase a 5th wheel hitch.

To confirm that the adapter will work with your flat bed gooseneck hitch you will want to follow the steps below:

Back your truck into position as if you were hooking up your fifth-wheel trailer, making sure that the truck and trailer are level.
Measure from the pin plate (the bottom of the pin box) down to the top of the ball in the bed of your truck.
The measurement should fall between 11-3/4" and 14-3/4". (The adapter is 11-3/4" tall when fully compressed and 14-3/4" tall when fully extended.)

If you are interested in a 5th wheel hitch then the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch item # DM8550045 would be another option. This hitch attaches to your gooseneck ball.

expert reply by: Jerred H