Is B&W Patriot Head Compatible With Companion Base for 2024 Ford F-250 With Prep Package
Question:
I have the Patriot 16K 5th wheel hitch with above bed rails in my current 2015 F250. I am getting a new 2024 F250 with factory installed OEM prep package. Will my Patriot head fit on a new puck system base Patriot or Companion that will fit the Ford OEM prep package?
asked by: Bryan B
Expert Reply:
I would love to tell you that the head from your B&W Patriot # BWRVK3200 could fit the Companion base but they are not compatible. The only available Patriot base fits industry standard rails like the ones on your 2015 F-250. If you have the long bed and you're using a fixed 5th wheel hitch it is possible to install the Curt Adapter Rails # C88KR. This will allow you to use the Patriot with your 2024 F-250. If you have the short bed it is not possible to use an adapter with the slider. The only solution would be to sell your Patriot and buy a new Companion # BWRVK3370.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ford Super Duty Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ford
- 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 Trailer Hitch w Slider for Ford Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20K
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ford
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch - Ford and Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package
- Accessories and Parts
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Adapters
- Rail Adapter
- Custom
- CURT
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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
more information >
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