Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 w/ Towing Prep Package
Question:
I am picking up a 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 with the factory prep package and an 8 foot bed. What 5th wheel hitch do you recommend for it?
asked by: Jeb
Expert Reply:
Congrats on the new truck! To add a 5th wheel hitch to your long bed 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500, I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch item # BWRVK3710 for a 20,000 lbs capacity or item # BWRVK3715 for a 25,000 lbs capacity. These 5th wheel hitches will mount directly to the puck system for easy installation and removal.
I really like B&W's hitches because of the reliability and the Companion's 1" thick dual jaws will give you a 360-degree jaw to kingpin contact. This system minimizes the chucking, jarring and noise that can occur when towing a 5th wheel trailer. This not only provides a more secure connection but also a quieter more comfortable towing experience.
I have linked an installation and review video below along with a couple of pictures that will show you what the Companion looks like installed.
Don't forget your lube plate. The Lube Plate for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10" Diameter item # 16721 will prevent scratches on your fifth-wheel's skid plate and ease trailer hookup.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt 10" Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate
- Accessories and Parts
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Plates
- Lube Plate
- CURT
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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 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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