Is this right For you? Product Expert Kathleen M says:
Yes, if you:
Haul with a cab-and-chassis truck and need a reliable low-profile hitch to tow your fifth wheel trailer
Want the most heavy-duty hitch for your flatbed truck
No, if you:
Would be bothered by the side-to-side movement that is typical with this hitch - hard turns can cause a slamming sound
Specially designed for heavy-duty towing with medium-duty, cab-and-chassis-style trucks, this low-profile fifth-wheel trailer hitch offers 3" of height adjustment and mounts directly to your truck's frame - no rails required. 1-800-940-8924 to order Reese fifth wheel hitch part number RP30054 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Reese products. Guaranteed Lowest Price and Fastest Shipping for Reese Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 30,000 lbs. Fifth Wheel Hitch reviews from real customers.
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Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch
Fixed Fifth Wheel
30000 lbs GTW
Reese
Cab-and-Chassis
Double Pivot
Standard - Double Jaw
9-1/2 - 12-1/2 Inch Tall
7500 lbs Vertical Load
Specially designed for heavy-duty towing with medium-duty, cab-and-chassis-style trucks, this low-profile fifth-wheel trailer hitch offers 3" of height adjustment and mounts directly to your truck's frame - no rails required.
Features:
5th-Wheel hitch engineered for medium-duty, cab-and-chassis-type trucks
Hitch mounts directly to frame - no rails needed
Welding and moderate fabrication may be required for installation
Low-profile design permits trailering just above truck deck
3" Height adjustment fits multiple applications
2-Jaw locking system provides more jaw-to-king-pin contact than slide-bar models
Less rattle
Greater security
Side tilt creates smooth ride and reduces stress on truck frame
Black powder coat finish resists corrosion
Readily accessible, lockable handle has comfort grip
Easily removable hitch head and low-profile legs allow use of folding gooseneck hitches from Bulldog, Draw-Tite and Reese
Specs:
Gross towing weight: 30,000 lbs
Capacity is limited to that of your vehicle
Vertical load limit: 7,500 lbs
Hitch height: 9-1/2" - 12-1/2"
Bolt hole spacing (for mounting):
15" Front to back
25" Left to right
5-Year limited warranty
Heavy-Duty Towing
Specially designed for the serious tower, this fifth-wheel trailer hitch mounts directly to your medium-duty, cab-and-chassis-style truck for absolute stability and maximum towing capacity. This hitch is not intended for light-duty pickup trucks, and its towing capacity will be limited to the gross towing weight rating of your vehicle. Installation of the Reese low-profile fifth-wheel trailer hitch may require welding and moderate fabrication to ensure that the hitch is connected either directly to your vehicle's frame or to a substantial steel support structure that connects to the frame. Do not fasten to your truck's floor only.
Secure, 2-Piece Jaw
Unlike the more economical slide-bar models, the rounded, 2-piece jaw on this fifth-wheel trailer hitch inhibits rattle and movement by securely wrapping around your trailer's king pin, resulting in easier hookup and a safer, quieter ride.
Average Customer Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars (23 Customer Reviews)
Specially designed for heavy-duty towing with medium-duty, cab-and-chassis-style trucks, this low-profile fifth-wheel trailer hitch offers 3" of height adjustment and mounts directly to your truck's frame - no rails required.
by: james11/27/2020
heavy and strong! But terrible design. Forward and back pivots smooth but side to side the fifth wheel moves on a half moon under two pins... first time out I thought I was loosing the trailer. Every corner expect a slam and your truck to shift. Its embarrassing to ride around with a truck that sounds like it’s going to fall apart. Would not recommend.916640
was a fast and easy order arrived a day earlier than expected i will order from etrailer again cant beat the price and the good service1279632
by: David06/07/2016
Took almost a week before etrailer shipped it, but then it arrived within couple days.
Great hitch, perfect for those with Flatbed Trucks. 258698
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Easy installation, to flatbed platform. Great hitch, I have towed over 100 5thwheels with it this past yr. I like how it will automatically open, then reclose when you back up up to connect. Components of the hitch are really tight when new, but seems to work better after a few uses and continued lube spraying. Overall very satisfied..
David - 06/07/2017
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by: Cowboy04/21/2017
After several local rv stores said they did not have hitch that would work for my 2005 c4500 I found this hitch on etrailer. It was heavier, 25000 lbs capable, than
The local dealers (16000). I called etrailer and they were extremely helpful. I needed this quickly and was going to spend the money to have it overnighted but the lady asked where I lived. When I said central Missouri she said they could send it regular mail and I would get it the next day at no extra cost. It arrived as promised and it was easy to install. etrailer is the only place I will use for trailer parts. Great company and great service, they know what they are talking about!
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by: Brian07/28/2015
FYI Y'all need to get the dimensions right the base plate is not 20 1/4 inches center to center left to right it's 19 1/4 inches with the brackets flipped in and 15" on center front to back. Brackets flipped out would be 22 1/2 inches on center with brackets out. 215080
by: Mike Gambino06/26/2017
Product was delivered in 2 boxes with all required parts. Delivered on time Have not installed yet will let you 399106
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Just got it finished will use it in July will let you know then
Mike G - 06/26/2018
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by: Sherman06/24/2020
Purchase and shipping was a breeze. Reese hitch had poor QC. I had to have the side panels re-tapped as all 4 bolt holes were full of slag from the welding process. Once the frame was mounted, the top head would not drop in as designed. The use of a wood block and a sledge solved the problem. The ears for the pins were slightly bent in. Although the powder coat is good (partial cause why the head didn't drop in) the thickness caused problems getting the handle on. I had the drill out the handle and sand down the shaft. A bit more work than I expected. Looks to be strong and safe at this time. Once installed, it works as designed. Just be prepared to add some time to the installation.820776
by: chad w.11/05/2014
This is the second 5th wheel my company has bought for hauling cars in two years and both are the same model. They are working great and won't buy any other one for my company. 159506
by: George F Hilton07/03/2016
its OK it Works, Have not lost a trailer yet.267831
by: Dedric06/11/2019
The shipping was fast and it got here very timely but I have not installed the product as of yet to let you know what I think about the hitch but will update once it’s installed. 656337
by: Chad S.12/04/2019
So overall this is a good hitch but would recommend an upgrade. I own a 2005 Freightliner Sportchassis. I pull a 14k fifth wheel. The hitch is an overall good design. The Sportchassis has predrilled holes already in place to fit this hitch. No drilling necessary. The only problem that I have with it is the side to side motion of the hitch head is very abrupt. The fore and aft movement is very smooth. The hitching and releasing is good. The hitch is built solidly. The head assembly rides on 4 metal roller assemblies and is supposed to roll left and right. With weight pulling on the head it rubs against the metal on the frame and provides excessive friction for the head. Once the trailer pivots enough, the head slams against the roller pins and sounds like the trailer is gonna break free. A very disturbing sound. My previous hitch was a b&w in a f250 and it was smooth as silk. The hitch does provide all that I need from it. With comparison to the other MDT hitches on the market it is the cheapest. I will probably with time upgrade to another hitch but it does provide what I need it for. If you are trying to save money on a MDT hitch, it works. If money is not an issue I would probably look at alternatives. 729198
by: Cory 06/17/2021
If package is delayed they let you know 1067545
by: George I06/25/2020
Great 5th wheel and great customer support! Very reliable!821687
by: Jay12/04/2016
Great product. Highly recommend it. 322107
by: bob h.03/06/2016
paint is fallen off hitch and design will allow for parts to wear out fast.239810
by: Richard01/25/2018
great job Donna have not opened box th anx469501
by: Louis09/13/2018
Great product, definitely meets my needs. Easy to install compared to many564494
by: Kristene04/28/2021
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by: Leslie 02/24/2021
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by: Jack 02/24/2021
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by: Kevin 04/08/2021
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by: Nick 12/17/2021
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by: Jose 03/10/2021
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Ask the Experts about this Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch
According to my contact at Reese, their Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30054 has a base that measures 17- x 28-inches. The four mounting holes' centers are spaced at 15-inches front-to-back and 25-inches left-to-right.
Do note that welding and possibly also some fabrication will be required when you mount this hitch to the truck's frame.
A review video and the installation instructions are linked for you. view full answer...
Good news, I can help.
The best option we offer for a cab/chassis truck is the Reese Low Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30054. This hitch has a 30K capacity, and is intended to be bolted or welded directly to the vehicle's frame, without rails needed. Some welding and fabrication work might be necessary for installation.
I have linked the Low Profile 5th Wheel to this page for your purchasing convenience. view full answer...
The Reese Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30054 is designed to be mounted directly onto your truck's frame. Or if not the frame some sort of strong steel support connected to the frame. So you would be best off installing it lower than your wooden deck and you should measure 9-1/2 inches up from your truck's frame to see if it will be low enough to work with your fifth wheel trailer.
You also have to take the clearance between the trailer and the deck into consideration. You'll... view full answer...
The Reese Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 30,000 lbs # RP30054 will give you the ability to install on your flat deck. This is the only 5th wheel hitch we currently carry for that type of bed that will give you the 26K GVWR compatibility. view full answer...
For your 2011 Ram 5500, I recommend going with the Reese Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30054. This is the best fifth wheel option we have available for your Ram 5500 cab and chassis and it is designed to be bolted or welded directly to the vehicle's frame, without the need of standard base rails.
This low-profile hitch can be adjusted between 9-1/2 inches and 12-1/2 inches in height and features a 30,000 pound towing weight capacity. This will give you a larger safety margin... view full answer...
For your 9 foot flatbed truck., I recommend the Reese Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 30,000 lbs # RP30054 for your hitch. This hitch is recommended to put the king pin 4 inches ahead of the rear axle. Depending on your trailer, you may or may not have clearance for turning at that point, so you will need to do some measuring. From that point 4 inches forward of axle center, measure to the rear corner of your flat bed. Then you will need to measure from the center of... view full answer...
The Curt Q24 is not a fit for your 2017 Ram 5500 cab/chassis.
The only option we have for your cab/chassis is the Reese Low Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch, part # RP30054. This hitch has a 30,000-lb gross towing capacity. Installation of this hitch requires it to be installed directly through a 1/2 inch steel plate under the deck. The late must be welded to brackets that are bolted to the truck frame and should be done by a qualified professional. view full answer...
Adding a 5th wheel hitch to your 2012 Mitsubishi Fuso fe125 will require a custom installation. I recommend the Reese Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 30,000 lbs # RP30054 that will have 4 holes in the side brackets to your flat bed. The center to center mounting holes are 15 inches apart front to back and side to side are 25 inches. You may need to reinforce these areas to make them strong enough for the towing capacity of this hitch which may include adding a brace... view full answer...
Since your flat bed truck would sit higher than a standard pick up truck bed you would need to go with the low profile Reese hitch part # RP30054 for a fifth wheel to tow your trailer. A standard height fifth wheel would sit too high to allow your trailer to sit level.
Installation of the Reese low-profile fifth-wheel trailer hitch may require welding and moderate fabrication to ensure that the hitch is connected either directly to your vehicle's frame or to a substantial steel support... view full answer...
For your 2016 Ram 5500, you will need to have some kind of brackets fabricated to install the Reese Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30054.
When the truck's frame is wider than the 5th wheel hitch, brackets need to be fabricated to secure the hitch to both the truck deck and the frame. Per the installation instructions, the hitch needs to be installed through a 1/2 inch steel plate under the deck, the 1/2 inch steel plate must be welded to brackets that are bolted to the truck... view full answer...
The best option we offer for a cab/chassis truck would be the Reese Low Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch, part # RP30054. The hitch has a 30K capacity, and is intended to be bolted directly to the vehicle's frame. Some welding and fabrication work might be necessary for installation. view full answer...
The only option for your flatbed 2011 Ford F-450 is Reese hitch # RP30054. It does not have a cushioned feature but does have everything else you are looking for. This hitch requires a 1/2 inch steel plate bolted and welded to the truck frame rails. This requires a custom installation by a qualified professional. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.
To get a cushioned ride you may be able to replace the trailer pin box with an air ride pin box. I would need... view full answer...
The mounting holes in the side plates, number 29 in the instructions, (see link) are spaced 25 inches on center apart side to side in the truck bed. Front to back spacing of the mounting holes is 15 inches on center. view full answer...
Depending on the weight of the Fifth Wheel Trailer, this could pose a major problem. You want a Fifth Wheel directly over the rear axle, or just forward of the rear axle. Putting it behind the rear axle would put too much weight on the tail of the truck causing the nose of the truck to lift. This can result in poor steering control, excessive wear on the rear tires, and potentially bottom out the rear of the truck.
I would suggest using a Sidewinder in conjunction with the Fifth Wheel.... view full answer...
There's really no easy way to install the fifth wheel hitch and rails you have currently into the bed of your truck that now has an aluminum flat bed.
It would take a very custom install that would require a qualified fabricator to come up with a way to attach the rails to the frame of your truck. Typically for flat bed trucks we recommend the Reese Low Profile Fifth Wheel Hitch part # RP30054 that you referenced as it is lower in height and works well on flat bed trucks but also requires... view full answer...
It is possible to install a 5th wheel hitch in a truck that has a service bed depending on the type of service bed. If the service bed is the type that has all the doors and storage on the sides and is much larger than a regular side rails on a truck bed, you will not be able to install a 5th wheel hitch.
If the service bed is more like a flat bed, it is possible to install a hitch. It would be a custom installation that would have to be performed by a qualified professional. The hitch... view full answer...
The weight capacity for any system is limited by the weight rating for the lowest rated component. There are many trailer hitches listed with much higher towing capacity than the vehicle is rated, but towing would be limited to the lowest rated component, which would be the vehicle.
For your towing setup, you are limited to the 20,000 lb capacity of the # BWRVB3500 base. view full answer...
The installation of the Reese Low Profile Fifth Wheel Hitch part # RP30054 may require welding and moderate fabrication to ensure that the hitch is connected either directly to your vehicle's frame or to a substantial steel support structure that connects to the frame. Do not fasten to your truck's floor only.
Installation of the Reese low-profile hitch # RP30054 is a custom installation that requires a qualified professional welder to install a 1/2 inch thick steel plate under the bed.... view full answer...
It would take a very custom install that would require a qualified fabricator to come up with a way to attach the rails to the frame of your truck. Since, like you said, the frame rails of the truck are wider than the attachment points for this hitch there would need to be a bracket made for attaching the hitch to the frame.
Reese recommends the use of 1/2 inch thick steel plate welded directly to the frame. view full answer...
I spoke with Reese about the dimensions for the Reese Low Profile Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30054. The brackets on this hitch can be mounted facing either out or in.
When facing out, the distance from the center of the left-hand hole to the center of the right-hand hole is 25-1/16 inches. The distance from the center of the hole to the center of the hole front-to-back is 15-1/16 inches. The overall width is 28 inches, and the overall length is 17 inches.
When the brackets are mounted... view full answer...
The only fifth wheel hitch I would recommend for your International 4700 that we carry would be the Reese Low Profile fifth wheel hitch part # RP30054.
There isn't a install kit available for this hitch though. You would need to take the vehicle to a qualified fabricator to have the installation custom fabricated.
You may be better off getting a fifth wheel hitch for larger vehicles like semi-trucks depending on what you are planning on towing. The # RP30054 has a 30k capacity. view full answer...
Installation of the Reese low-profile hitch # RP30054 is a custom installation that requires a qualified professional welder to install a 1/2 inch thick steel plate under the bed. The plate needs to be welded and bolted on. I have linked the instructions for you to view. This hitch is designed for flat bed trucks that set on cab and chassis frames.
If you have a regular bed then there are better options. If you have a pickup bed, because the Low Profile hitch sits rather low, you would... view full answer...
Since most likely you have a flat bed installed on your 2019 Ram 5500 the best fifth wheel hitch is going to be the Reese Low Profile part # RP30054 as this is designed for flat beds that sit up a bit higher and has a higher weight capacity at 30,000 lbs.
Installation of this hitch requires it to be installed directly through a 1/2 inch steel plate under the deck. The plate must be welded to brackets that are bolted to the truck frame and should be done by a qualified professional.
I... view full answer...
Typically for cab and chassis trucks we recommend Reese Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30054 which is designed to mount directly to truck frames that are taller than standard frames like the cab and chassis trucks.
Installation of the Reese low-profile fifth-wheel trailer hitch may require welding and moderate fabrication to ensure that the hitch is connected either directly to your vehicle's frame or to a substantial steel support structure that connects to the frame.
We don't... view full answer...
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