Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch 20,000 lbs. Capacity, Dual Jaw, Complete System, Includes RailsReese$1,209.48Out of Stock
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Reese has designed towing equipment since 1952 and remains a benchmark for heavy-duty towing. The line covers fifth wheel hitches such as the modular M5, gooseneck couplers including the Goose Box, air-ride and short-bed pin boxes, weight distribution systems with active sway control, and the accessories that connect them, all built to exceed published industry standards.
Reese has been pioneering towing performance since 1952, when Margaret Reese asked her husband TJ to stop travel trailers rocking every time somebody walked through them. His answer, the first pair of stabilising jacks, was simple and effective enough to change the RV industry. From that starting point Reese grew into a designer and manufacturer of complete towing systems, and today it anchors the heavy-duty end of the Horizon Global towing portfolio.
Fifth wheel towing is where the brand's engineering is most visible. The M5 fifth wheel hitch uses a modular design that breaks into manageable sections for assembly, with a wider stance, tighter tolerances and a shock absorption system aimed at the jolts that travel up through a truck bed. For owners who would rather tow from a gooseneck coupler and keep the bed clear, the Goose Box 20K replaces the trailer's king pin with a gooseneck connection carrying its own air-ride cushioning.
Pin boxes are a Reese speciality. The 5th Airborne uses air-ride technology to dampen road shock and reduce the chucking motion that makes fifth wheel towing tiring, while the Sidewinder was designed for short-bed pickups, pivoting the connection point so the trailer can turn sharply without the front cap meeting the cab.
For conventional towing, Reese weight distribution systems restore load to the tow vehicle's front axle and control sway. The Pro Round Bar distributes weight evenly while damping sway, and the Pro Dual Cam II uses active cam-based sway control that works harder the stronger the sway force becomes. Complete kits pair bars, head and shank to a rated tongue weight, and dedicated sway control kits can be added to existing setups. The products suit RV owners, horse and livestock haulers and anyone towing near the upper end of a vehicle's rating.
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The PRO SERIES 20,000 is designed exclusively for recreational fifth wheel trailers. It is not approved for any other towing applications unless written approval is obtained from Cequent Performance Products Engineering Department. The hitch is engineered for light trucks such as Ford F-Series, Chevy Silverado, and Dodge Ram.
The hitch is recommended for long bed (8 ft) trucks for the best truck-trailer turning clearance. Short bed pickups (less than 8 ft but longer than 6 ft) can be used, but Cequent Performance Products recommends equipping the trailer with an extended pin box, or adding a 30048, 50008, or 30092 slider with extended pinbox, or using a Reese Sidewinder to gain additional turning clearance for low-speed, non-highway maneuvering.
Use only a SAE 2-inch kingpin with this fifth wheel hitch. No other kingpin sizes are compatible.
The gross trailer weight must not exceed 20,000 pounds. This is the combined weight of the trailer, water tanks, cargo, and all contents.
The kingpin weight must not exceed 5,000 pounds. Approximately 15-25% of the gross trailer weight should be on the hitch. If in doubt, have the kingpin weight measured by a qualified facility.
Yes. Your towing vehicle must have a manufacturer-rated towing capacity equal to or greater than the gross trailer weight (dry weight of the trailer plus payload). The trailer and its contents together must not exceed the truck's, hitch's, and/or trailer's tow ratings.
Allow approximately 6 inches of clearance between the top of the pickup bed walls and the underside of the front of the trailer to account for pitch and roll of the trailer during towing. Allow more clearance for off-road use.
Using trailer jacks, adjust the trailer height so that the bottom of the trailer pin box is 1/2 to 1 inch below the hitch skid plate. During the hitching maneuver, the bottom of the trailer pin box should come into contact with the skid plate ramp. If the pin box is positioned above the hitch skid plate, the kingpin may rest on top of the closed jaws instead of inside them, which could result in trailer separation.
1. Block all trailer wheels firmly in front and behind each tire. 2. Adjust trailer height so the pin box bottom is 1/2 to 1 inch below the hitch skid plate. 3. Rotate the latch toward the trailer and free it from the handle groove. 4. With the handle in closed position, back the truck slowly into the trailer. The kingpin will push the hitch jaws open and extend the handle. As the kingpin fully enters, the jaws will spring closed and the handle will return to closed position. 5. Verify the pin box bottom rests on top of the hitch with no space between surfaces. 6. Rotate the latch to closed position in the handle groove. 7. Connect electrical and breakaway cables, then raise the tailgate. Do not attempt to hitch by lowering the trailer with jacks, as this could cause the kingpin to rest on the skid plate instead of within the jaws.
After hitching, visually verify that the bottom of the pin box is resting on top of the hitch with no space between the surfaces. If space exists, the trailer has not been properly hitched—do not tow. Instead, repeat the hitching steps. Also verify that the latch is aligned with the groove in the handle to ensure the hitch jaws are locked closed. Do not place your body under the trailer to perform this inspection.
The pull test verifies that the trailer is properly hitched before towing. With all trailer wheels blocked, landing gear on firm ground supporting the trailer weight, and the truck in park with emergency brake on: release the truck's emergency brake, apply the trailer brakes, ensure no one is between the truck and trailer, then try to pull the trailer slowly forward. If properly hitched, the wheel blocks and trailer brakes should prevent the truck from moving forward. If the trailer is not properly hitched, it will separate from the hitch and the truck will move forward. Failure to perform this test may result in death or serious injury.
1. Block all trailer wheels firmly in front and behind each tire. 2. Lower the trailer landing gear until it rests on firm ground. 3. Ensure the truck is in park with emergency brake on. 4. Lower the truck tailgate. 5. Disconnect the electrical cable and breakaway switch cable. 6. Rotate the latch toward the trailer and free it from the handle groove. 7. Pull the hitch handle out completely until it latches in the open position so the kingpin is no longer grasped by the jaws. If the handle does not pull out, back the truck slightly to relieve pressure, reset the emergency brake, then pull the handle out completely. 8. After ensuring no one is standing between the truck and trailer or in front of the truck, drive the truck slowly away. 9. Close the hitch jaws by pushing the handle forward and up. 10. Keep wheel blocks in place to prevent unexpected trailer movement.
Lubricate the skid plate surface with automotive-type chassis grease or use a plastic lube plate. Grease the 1-1/2 inch diameter pivot pin using the grease zerk provided. Use engine oil to lubricate the pivot points of moving parts within the hitch. Plastic lube plates must not exceed 3/16 inch in thickness and must be 10 inches in diameter or larger to properly distribute kingpin weight.
Before each trip or maneuver: 1. Lubricate the skid plate with chassis grease or use a plastic lube plate (not exceeding 3/16 inch thickness, 10 inches diameter or larger). 2. Grease the 1-1/2 inch pivot pin with the provided grease zerk. 3. Operate the handle and check that the jaws open and close freely. 4. Verify that all hitch pull pins (part #25) are in place and spring retaining pins (#26) are installed.
Torque the 1/2 inch nuts to 75 lb-ft.
Torque the 1/2 inch nuts to 75 ft-lbs.
1. Select the head support (part #17) and install it on the leg, aligning the holes for the desired hitch height (lowest position 13 inches, highest 17 inches). 2. Install four 1/2-13 x 4.5 inch hex bolts (part #21) with heads oriented toward the inside, and lock nuts (part #20). 3. Torque the 1/2 inch nuts to 75 lb-ft.
Install the outer tubular handle (part #2) over the solid inner handle (part #4) and pin them together with a cotter pin. Bend the cotter pin to hold it in place. Check that the latch bolt (part #8) is snug but do not over-tighten—the latch (part #3) must be able to move with firm hand effort. Verify that all retainer rings are in place.
1. Place two base rails (part #28) across the truck bed. 2. Select one leg (part #22) and place its tabs through the middle set of rectangular slots in the base rails. 3. Slip long pull pins (part #25) through the holes in the base rails from the outside in so the cotter pins are on the inside of the base rails. 4. Repeat for the other leg. 5. Secure pull pins with spring retaining pins (part #26). 6. Install base rails and mounting brackets according to their instructions. Additional instructions are on page 10.
1. Place base rails according to base rail mounting instructions, keeping them as close as possible to the cross member under the bed. 2. Before drilling any holes, check for clearance around the gas tank. 3. Using the center hole in the base rail as a guide, drill a 1/2 inch hole through the truck bed. 4. Insert a 1/2 inch carriage bolt (part #29) into the hole. 5. Install a 1/2 inch serrated washer (part #31), 1/2 inch lock washer (part #32), and 1/2 inch nut (part #33). 6. Insert a spacer (part #30) between the truck bed and the base rail at the bed corrugation. 7. Repeat for the other base rail. 8. Torque the 1/2 inch nuts to 75 ft-lbs.
Yes. You must drill a 1/2 inch hole through the truck bed for each center bolt on the base rails. Before drilling any holes, check for clearance around the gas tank to avoid damage.
The connection for trailer wiring should be on the side of the truck bed between the driver's seat and the wheel well for the rear truck axle. Installation of the connection rearward of the wheel well may result in the user placing their body between the truck and trailer, which should be avoided whenever possible.
Whenever possible, avoid placing your body under the trailer or between the truck and trailer. If you must place any part of your body under the trailer or between the truck and trailer: all trailer tires must be blocked in front and behind each tire, the trailer landing gear must be resting on firm ground, and the truck must be stationary in park with the emergency brake on.
The hitch includes warning decals on the cover. Never remove these hitch warning decals. If they become damaged, contact Cequent Performance Products at 1-888-521-0510 for a free replacement.
Recheck the tightness of all hardware every 1,000 miles of use. Grease the pivot pin before the first trip and once a year thereafter. Before each trip or maneuver, operate the handle and check that the jaws open and close freely, and verify that all hitch pull pins and spring retaining pins are in place.
Cequent Performance Products provides a Ten Year Limited Warranty to the original consumer purchaser. The product is warranted to be free from material defects in both material and workmanship for 10 years, ordinary wear and tear excepted, provided that installation and use are in accordance with product instructions. The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, damage from abuse, neglect, misuse, accidents, misapplication, overloading, improper installation, improper maintenance, or unauthorized product alterations. Product replacement is the sole remedy. For warranty claims, contact Cequent Performance Products at 47912 Halyard Dr. Suite 100, Plymouth, MI 48170, or call 1-888-521-0510.
The hitch is designed for light trucks including Ford F-Series, Chevy Silverado, and Dodge Ram. It is recommended for long bed (8 ft) trucks. Short bed trucks (6-8 ft) can use it with an extended pin box or slider. Your truck must have a manufacturer-rated towing capacity equal to or greater than the gross trailer weight.
Gross trailer weight must not exceed 20,000 pounds, and kingpin weight must not exceed 5,000 pounds. Approximately 15-25% of the trailer weight should be on the hitch.
Torque the 1/2 inch nuts on the head support bolts and base rail center bolts to 75 lb-ft.
Lubricate the skid plate with automotive chassis grease or a plastic lube plate (max 3/16 inch thick, min 10 inches diameter). Grease the 1-1/2 inch pivot pin with the provided grease zerk. Use engine oil on moving pivot points.
Block all trailer wheels in front and behind each tire, ensure landing gear is on firm ground, keep the truck in park with emergency brake on, and avoid placing your body under the trailer or between the truck and trailer whenever possible.
Recheck all hardware tightness every 1,000 miles. Grease the pivot pin before the first trip and annually thereafter. Before each trip, verify the handle operates freely and all pull pins and spring retaining pins are in place.
If the handle does not pull out, there is probably pressure against the jaws. To relieve this pressure, back the truck slightly. Reset the truck emergency brake. Then pull the hitch handle out completely until it latches in the open position.
If space exists between the bottom of the pin box and the top of the hitch, the trailer has not been properly hitched. Do not tow. Instead, repeat the hitching steps until the trailer is properly hitched. This condition indicates the kingpin may be resting on top of the closed jaws instead of inside them, which could result in trailer separation.
If the latch is not aligned with the groove in the handle, the trailer has not been properly connected to the hitch. Do not tow. Repeat the hitching steps until the trailer is properly hitched and the latch aligns with the handle groove.
The hitch jaws will not open if the latch is in the handle groove. Before hitching, rotate the latch toward the trailer and free it from the groove in the handle. The jaws will then open as the kingpin enters the hitch.
Ensure the latch bolt (part #8) is snug but not over-tightened. The latch must be able to move with firm hand effort. If the latch is over-tightened, loosen it slightly to allow proper movement.
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