20 Best Short Bed 5th Wheel Hitch [2024]

Are you looking for the best Short Bed 5th Wheel Hitch? Based on expert reviews, we ranked them. We've listed our top-ranked picks, including the top-selling Short Bed 5th Wheel Hitch.

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1 CURT 16536 Q20 5th Wheel Slider Hitch for Short Bed Trucks, 20,000 lbs CURT 16536 Q20 5th Wheel Slider Hitch for Short Bed Trucks, 20,000 lbs
2 B&W Trailer Hitches Patriot 18K Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch - RVK3270 B&W Trailer Hitches Patriot 18K Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch - RVK3270
3 ANDERSEN HITCHES | Ultimate Fifth Wheel Connection | Aluminum Gooseneck Mount Trailer Hitch Adapter... ANDERSEN HITCHES | Ultimate Fifth Wheel Connection | Aluminum Gooseneck Mount Trailer Hitch...
4 Demco 8550034 Autoslide 18K Above-Bed Mount Fifth Wheel Hitch Demco 8550034 Autoslide 18K Above-Bed Mount Fifth Wheel Hitch
5 CURT 16550 R20 5th Wheel Roller for Short Bed Trucks, 20,000 lbs CURT 16550 R20 5th Wheel Roller for Short Bed Trucks, 20,000 lbs
6 CURT 16037 Q24 5th Wheel Hitch, 24,000 lbs, Select Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, 8-Foot Bed Puck System... CURT 16037 Q24 5th Wheel Hitch, 24,000 lbs, Select Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, 8-Foot Bed Puck...
7 CURT 16245 Q24 5th Wheel Hitch, 24,000 lbs CURT 16245 Q24 5th Wheel Hitch, 24,000 lbs
8 CURT 16120 A16 5th Wheel Hitch, 16,000 lbs CURT 16120 A16 5th Wheel Hitch, 16,000 lbs
9 CURT 16521 A16 5th Wheel Slider Hitch for Short Bed Trucks, 16,000 lbs CURT 16521 A16 5th Wheel Slider Hitch for Short Bed Trucks, 16,000 lbs
10 CURT 16516 E16 5th Wheel Slider Hitch for Short Bed Trucks, 16,000 lbs CURT 16516 E16 5th Wheel Slider Hitch for Short Bed Trucks, 16,000 lbs
11 PullRite 2600 Superlite Single Point Attachment Fifth Wheel Hitch PullRite 2600 Superlite Single Point Attachment Fifth Wheel Hitch
12 B&W Trailer Hitches Patriot 18K Fifth Wheel Hitch - RVK3255 B&W Trailer Hitches Patriot 18K Fifth Wheel Hitch - RVK3255
13 CURT 16180 A25 5th Wheel Hitch, 25,000 lbs CURT 16180 A25 5th Wheel Hitch, 25,000 lbs
14 Reese 30047 16K Fifth Wheel Reese 30047 16K Fifth Wheel
15 ANDERSEN HITCHES | Rail Mount Hitch Kit | Towing Accessories | 11-1/2' Tall Base, 20,000 lbs GTWR,... ANDERSEN HITCHES | Rail Mount Hitch Kit | Towing Accessories | 11-1/2" Tall Base, 20,000 lbs...
16 B&W Trailer Hitches Companion Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch - Compatible with Ram Puck System - RVK3670 B&W Trailer Hitches Companion Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch - Compatible with Ram Puck System - RVK3670
17 12' to 16' Adjustable height Convert-a-ball Fifth Wheel to Gooseneck Cushioned Trailer Hitch Adapter... 12" to 16" Adjustable height Convert-a-ball Fifth Wheel to Gooseneck Cushioned Trailer Hitch...
18 B&W Trailer Hitches Companion Fifth Wheel Hitch - RVK3500 B&W Trailer Hitches Companion Fifth Wheel Hitch - RVK3500
19 ANDERSEN HITCHES | Ultimate Fifth Wheel Connection | Aluminum Gooseneck Mount Trailer Hitch Adapter... ANDERSEN HITCHES | Ultimate Fifth Wheel Connection | Aluminum Gooseneck Mount Trailer Hitch...
20 CURT 16115 E16 5th Wheel Hitch, 16,000 lbs CURT 16115 E16 5th Wheel Hitch, 16,000 lbs
Bestseller No. 1
CURT 16536 Q20 5th Wheel Slider Hitch for Short Bed Trucks, 20,000 lbs
  • QUIET RIDE. This Q-series CURT 5th wheel hitch is engineered to promote the quietest 5th wheel towing possible. It features a patented, spherical...
  • COUPLING INDICATOR. Built into this 5th wheel hitch is a 3-position indicator that shows the coupling status of the hitch and your trailer. It...
  • EASY OPERATION. This CURT 5th wheel hitch operates with a single, short-throw handle to promote ergonomic operation and easier coupling of your 5th...
  • SAFETY-TESTED. Tested and rated for 20,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 5,000 lbs. vertical load, this 5th wheel hitch is capable of towing a variety...
  • VERSATILE FIT. This 5th wheel slider hitch comes with a roller for 12 inches of additional turning clearance (rails and brackets sold separately)....
Bestseller No. 2
B&W Trailer Hitches Patriot 18K Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch - RVK3270
  • Fits industry standard mounting rails
  • 12" of slide for additional turning clearance
  • Fully articulating head allows front to back and side to side pivoting. Cam action latching handle for easy release, even when parked on unlevel...
  • 18,000 lb GTW/4,500 lb VTW
  • Made in America with a Limited Lifetime Warranty
Bestseller No. 3
ANDERSEN HITCHES | Ultimate Fifth Wheel Connection | Aluminum Gooseneck Mount Trailer Hitch Adapter...
  • Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection Gooseneck Adapter Version fits with all standard brands of gooseneck hitches, designed to be a stabilizer!
  • The base weighs just 35 lbs, eliminating the common struggle of getting your 5th wheel hitch into the bed of your truck, perfect for towing and...
  • Every Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection is designed to give you an incredibly smooth and quiet travel!
  • The custom ball used on the Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection has nearly 3" of adjustable height and rides inside a greaseless coupler — which means no...
  • Three height adjustments: 16-3/4" lower position, 17-7/8" middle position and 19-1/8" upper position (from bed of truck to top of ball mount)
Bestseller No. 4
Demco 8550034 Autoslide 18K Above-Bed Mount Fifth Wheel Hitch
  • Wrap around jaw with locking bar for a smoother, safer and more secure ride
  • No locking plate required for standard pin boxes to activate slide mechanism
  • Slides utilizing rack and pinion gear technology
  • Up to 14" of travel to help get in and out of those tight spots; Three vertical height adjustments to help you level truck and trailer
  • Lower profile design; Lighter weight for easier hitch installation and removal
Bestseller No. 5
CURT 16550 R20 5th Wheel Roller for Short Bed Trucks, 20,000 lbs
  • TURNING CLEARANCE. This 5th wheel roller is designed to provide a 5th wheel slider hitch solution. It provides 12 inches of rearward travel for...
  • EASY TO INSTALL. This 5th wheel roller installs easily on any industry-standard 5th wheel base rails. They allow you to maximize the functionality of...
  • VERSATILE. This 5th wheel roller is compatible with any CURT industry-standard 5th wheel base rails and most CURT 5th wheel hitch heads (sold...
  • SOLID STRENGTH. This 5th wheel roller is rated for 20,000 lbs. gross trailer weight, allowing for a wide variety of towing applications (limited by...
  • DUAL-COAT. For dependable weather-resistance in your truck bed, this 5th wheel roller features a dual-coat finish of rust-resistant A-coat and a tough...
Bestseller No. 6
CURT 16037 Q24 5th Wheel Hitch, 24,000 lbs, Select Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, 8-Foot Bed Puck System...
  • QUIET RIDE. This Q-series CURT 5th wheel hitch is engineered to promote the quietest 5th wheel towing possible. It features a patented, spherical...
  • COUPLING INDICATOR. Built into this 5th wheel hitch is a 3-position indicator that shows the coupling status of the hitch and your trailer. It...
  • EASY OPERATION. This CURT 5th wheel hitch operates with a single, short-throw handle to promote ergonomic operation and easier coupling of your 5th...
  • SAFETY-TESTED. Tested and rated for 24,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 6,000 lbs. vertical load, this 5th wheel hitch is capable of towing a wide...
  • VERSATILE FIT. This 5th wheel kit fits select model years of the Ford F-250, F-350 and F-450 with 8-foot bed and puck system (Not compatible with...
Bestseller No. 7
CURT 16245 Q24 5th Wheel Hitch, 24,000 lbs
  • QUIET RIDE. This Q-series CURT 5th wheel hitch is engineered to promote the quietest 5th wheel towing possible. It features a patented, spherical...
  • COUPLING INDICATOR. Built into this 5th wheel hitch is a 3-position indicator that shows the coupling status of the hitch and your trailer. It...
  • EASY OPERATION. This CURT 5th wheel hitch operates with a single, short-throw handle to promote ergonomic operation and easier coupling of your 5th...
  • SAFETY-TESTED. Tested and rated for 24,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 6,000 lbs. vertical load, this 5th wheel hitch is capable of towing a wide...
  • VERSATILE FIT. This 5th wheel hitch fits any industry-standard 5th wheel base rails, such as CURT rails #16104 and #16204 (rails and brackets sold...
SaleBestseller No. 8
CURT 16120 A16 5th Wheel Hitch, 16,000 lbs
  • SELF-RESETTING. This A-series 5th wheel hitch features a unique, ergonomic handle and extra-wide head to make coupling your 5th wheel trailer easier...
  • FULL ARTICULATION. This 5th wheel hitch provides controlled towing of your 5th wheel camper with its patented head technology. The head is built on a...
  • COUPLING INDICATOR. Built into this 5th wheel hitch is a 3-position indicator that shows the coupling status. It conveniently shows if the 5th wheel...
  • TESTED STRENGTH. This 5th wheel hitch is tested and rated for 16,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 4,000 lbs. vertical load (limited to lowest-rated...
  • VERSATILE FIT. This 5th wheel hitch comes with standard legs to easily and securely mount onto any industry-standard 5th wheel base rails, such as...
Bestseller No. 9
CURT 16521 A16 5th Wheel Slider Hitch for Short Bed Trucks, 16,000 lbs
  • SELF-RESETTING. This A-series 5th wheel hitch features a unique, ergonomic handle and extra-wide head to make coupling your 5th wheel trailer easier...
  • FULL ARTICULATION. This 5th wheel hitch provides controlled towing of your 5th wheel camper with its patented head technology. The head is built on a...
  • COUPLING INDICATOR. Built into this 5th wheel hitch is a 3-position indicator that shows the coupling status. It conveniently shows if the 5th wheel...
  • TESTED STRENGTH. This 5th wheel hitch is tested and rated for 16,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 4,000 lbs. vertical load (limited to lowest-rated...
  • VERSATILE FIT. This 5th wheel slider hitch comes with a roller to allow for 12 inches of additional turning clearance with short-bed trucks. It mounts...
Bestseller No. 10
CURT 16516 E16 5th Wheel Slider Hitch for Short Bed Trucks, 16,000 lbs
  • DUAL-PIVOT HEAD. This CURT 5th wheel hitch features a dual-pivoting head that provides 10 degrees of lateral movement to promote smooth, stable towing
  • AUTO-LOCK. The coupler of this 5th wheel hitch has an automatic locking feature to make the coupling process easier and more secure
  • ANTI-RATTLE. To help reduce rattling and vibration at the coupling point, this 5th wheel hitch is equipped with an anti-rattle skid plate
  • TESTED SAFETY. This 16K 5th wheel hitch is tested according to SAE J2638 specifications for safety and is rated to tow up to 16,000 lbs. gross trailer...
  • VERSATILE FIT. This 5th wheel slider hitch comes with a roller to allow for 12 inches of additional turning clearance with short-bed trucks. It mounts...
SaleBestseller No. 11
PullRite 2600 Superlite Single Point Attachment Fifth Wheel Hitch
  • Tighter connection provides a smoother ride
  • Hooks up easier than any hitch on the market
  • Totally visible from the cab during hookup
  • High-grade steel construction
  • 20,000 GTW capacity
Bestseller No. 12
B&W Trailer Hitches Patriot 18K Fifth Wheel Hitch - RVK3255
  • Fits industry standard mounting rails
  • Fully articulating head allows front to back and side to side pivoting. Cam action latching handle for easy release, even when parked on unlevel...
  • Polyurethane bushings provide a quiet, rattle-free towing experience.
  • 18,000 lb GTW/4,500 lb VTW
  • Made in America with a Limited Lifetime Warranty
SaleBestseller No. 13
CURT 16180 A25 5th Wheel Hitch, 25,000 lbs
  • SELF-RESETTING. This A-series 5th wheel hitch features a unique, ergonomic handle and extra-wide head to make coupling your 5th wheel trailer easier...
  • FULL ARTICULATION. This 5th wheel hitch provides controlled towing of your 5th wheel camper with its patented head technology. The head is built on a...
  • COUPLING INDICATOR. Built into this 5th wheel hitch is a 3-position indicator that shows the coupling status. It conveniently shows if the 5th wheel...
  • TESTED STRENGTH. This 5th wheel hitch is tested and rated for 25,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 6,250 lbs. vertical load (limited to lowest-rated...
  • VERSATILE FIT. This 5th wheel hitch comes with standard legs to easily and securely mount onto any industry-standard 5th wheel base rails, such as...
Bestseller No. 14
Reese 30047 16K Fifth Wheel
  • Item may ship in more than one box and may arrive separately
  • 16,000 lbs. Capacity; 4,000 lbs. pin weight capacity
  • 6" side-to-side pivot to better accommodate hook-ups on uneven ground and easier towing
  • Adjustment heights from 14 1/2" to 18", fore-and-aft and side-to-side pivot
  • Two-jaw locking system with locking jaw handle
Bestseller No. 15
ANDERSEN HITCHES | Rail Mount Hitch Kit | Towing Accessories | 11-1/2" Tall Base, 20,000 lbs GTWR,...
  • [DEPENDABLE TOWING]: Weight rating: 20,000 lbs GTWR, 4,500 tongue weight. Three height adjustments: 14-7/16" lower position, 15-9/16" middle position...
  • EASY TO INSTALL]: Only weighing 40 lbs, this hitch will be easy to install in LESS THAN 5 MINS for 1 PERSON. Installs onto industry standard rails in...
  • [VERSATILITY]: Will do well with any ram ford chevy or gmc or any other truck that has standard industry rails. This 5th wheel rail mount adapter is...
  • [BUILT IN USA]: As a US-based company, we are here to create premier towing products that improve the journey from point A to point B. That’s why we...
  • [MONEY BACK WARRANTY]: Your satisfaction is our only pursuit. If you have any trouble for any reason at all, we will refund or replace this item for...
Bestseller No. 16
B&W Trailer Hitches Companion Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch - Compatible with Ram Puck System - RVK3670
  • Compatible with the Ram OEM hitch platform
  • 12" of slide for additional turning clearance
  • Fully articulating head allows front to back and side to side pivoting. Cam action latching handle for easy release, even when parked on unlevel...
  • 20,000 lb GTW/5,000 lb VTW
  • Made in America with a Limited Lifetime Warranty
Bestseller No. 18
B&W Trailer Hitches Companion Fifth Wheel Hitch - RVK3500
  • Fully articulating head allows front to back and side to side pivoting.
  • Cam action latching handle for easy release, even when parked on unlevel sites.
  • Polyurethane bushings provide a quiet, rattle-free towing experience.
  • 20,000 lb GTW/5,000 lb VTW
  • Made in America with a Limited Lifetime Warranty
Bestseller No. 19
ANDERSEN HITCHES | Ultimate Fifth Wheel Connection | Aluminum Gooseneck Mount Trailer Hitch Adapter...
  • 🛻[LIGHTWEIGHT]: Made of Aircraft-Grade Aluminum, the Ultimate Connection base weighs only 35 lbs making install and removal a breeze for one person...
  • 🛻[VERSATILITY]: Industry leader in fifth wheel hitches for short bed trucks and works with all standard brands of gooseneck hitches. Three height...
  • 🛻[EASY HOOK-UP]: Features a patented remote latch/unlatch cable, making it easy to unhook fifth wheel without getting into truck bed. This kit also...
  • 🛻[BUILT IN USA]: As a US-based company, we are here to create premier towing products that improve the journey from point A to point B. That’s...
  • 🛻[MONEY BACK WARRANTY]: Your satisfaction is our only pursuit. If you have any trouble for any reason at all, we will refund or replace this item...
SaleBestseller No. 20
CURT 16115 E16 5th Wheel Hitch, 16,000 lbs
  • DUAL-PIVOT HEAD. This CURT 5th wheel hitch features a dual-pivoting head that provides 10 degrees of lateral movement to promote smooth, stable towing
  • AUTO-LOCK. The coupler of this 5th wheel hitch has an automatic locking feature to make the coupling process easier and more secure
  • ANTI-RATTLE. To help reduce rattling and vibration at the coupling point, this 5th wheel hitch is equipped with an anti-rattle skid plate
  • TESTED SAFETY. This 16K 5th wheel hitch is tested according to SAE J2638 specifications for safety and is rated to tow up to 16,000 lbs. gross trailer...
  • VERSATILE FIT. This 5th wheel hitch comes with standard legs to easily and securely mount onto any industry-standard 5th wheel base rails, such as...

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FAQ:

Q: How to choose the best fifth wheel hitch?

A: Reese 30120 20K Pro Series. The Reese 30120 is an impressive fifth wheel trailer hitch that can handle up to 20,000 pounds. … B&W Trailer Flatbed RV Hitches 3050. The B&W Trailer hitch has a dual jaw design and is a versatile hitch with a gross weight capacity of 22,000 lbs. CURT 16130 Q20 5th Wheel Hitch. … CURT 16115 E16 5th Wheel Hitch. …

Q: Can you pull a fifth wheel with a shortbed truck?

A: You can tow a fifth wheel trailer with a short bed truck without using a slider hitch. And it is possible for trucks with beds shorter than 6 feet to tow a fifth wheel trailer by using a Sidewinder Hitch. When a truck is towing with a standard king pin, the 5th wheel turns or pivots at the hitch. .

Q: What to know before towing a fifth wheel?

A: Decide on a rough layout you want in your trailer Find the weight of the 5th wheel Rig you are interested in. … Look for the maximum weight that can be added to this trailer GVWR (Gross vehicle weight Rating) Subtract the GVWR from the UVW and you have the total weight that you can add to this 5th wheel rig. …

Q: What are the best built fifth wheels?

A: Keystone Montana. This is a very popular fifth-wheel camper. … Forest River Wildcat Series. This is an award-winning RV! … Redwood RV Redwood Model. … Dutchman Voltage Series. … Heartland Bighorn. … Grand Design Reflection Series. … Forest River Cardinal. … Grand Design Solitude. … Coachmen Chaparral. … Jayco North Point. …