Our in-house experts typically reply within one business day.
Reese
Always the correct part
We know our products
Quality Products
Free Shipping!
Always the correct part
We know our products
Quality Products
Free Shipping!
Tow to the max with your half-ton truck AND still have full use of your truck bed when youre done! It can happen, thanks to the REESE 14K M5 Max Duty 5th Wheel Hitch. Enjoy using the features of the REESE M5 line of fifth-wheel hitches with your ton truck to pull and haul your trailer, toys, or RV. When youre done, simply take the Max Duty 5th wheel hitch out of your truck. Your bed will be clean and clear for whatever to-dos you have next on your list. Thats because this fifth wheel hitch easily drops into and can be removed from the REESE Max Duty Underbed Mounting System - the first and only under-bed mounting kit on the market designed specifically to have both a 5th wheel or gooseneck hitch mount into the same puck system for ton trucks.
With a weight rating of 14,000 pounds, the Max Duty 5th Wheel Hitch is designed to give you the maximum towing capacity out of your ton pickup. This modular fifth-wheel hitch features a wider leg stance, tighter tolerances, and an exclusive talon jaw that is always ready to receive. With a locking handle and black powder coat finish to resist rust and corrosion, this 5th Wheel Hitch mounts into the exclusive, Max Duty puck pattern with a wide mounting footprint for increased stability. Its the FIRST 5th wheel designed to be easily transferrable between Ford, GM, and RAM ton pickups. Like all REESE products, the 14K M5 Max Duty fifth wheel hitch is tested to exceed SAE J2638 standards and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
| BRAND: | REESE |
| PART NUMBER: | 30947 |
| WARRANTY: | LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY |
| WEIGHT: | 142 LBS |
| CAPACITY: | 14,000 LBS. |
| PIN WEIGHT CAPACITY: | 2,800 LBS. |
| GROSS TOWING WEIGHT: | 14,000 LBS. |
| BASE LENGTH: | 27.34 IN. |
| BASE WIDTH: | 22.13 IN. |
| BASE HEIGHT: | 4.71 IN. |
| VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT: | 14 IN. TO 18 IN. |
| WELDING REQUIRED: | NO |
| LOCKABLE: | YES |
| WIRING HARNESS INCLUDED: | NO |
| JAW TYPE: | SINGLE |
| FORE AND AFT PIVOT: | 15 DEGREE |
| DRILLING REQUIRED: | NO |
| MOUNTING HARDWARE INCLUDED: | NO |
| MOUNTING HOLE QUANTITY: | 4 |
| HITCH TYPE: | STATIONARY |
| MATERIAL: | STEEL |
| SIDE TO SIDE PIVOT: | 15 DEGREES |
| BOLT GRADE: | SAE 8 |
| COLOR: | BLACK/BLUE |
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.
Experts available to answer your questions
Call 888-634-9494Lifetime
The M5 Head & Center Section is rated for 14,000 lbs gross trailer weight with a maximum pin weight of 2,800 lbs. However, you must not exceed your towing vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. The actual safe towing weight is the lowest of: your truck's towing capacity, the hitch rating (14,000 lbs), or your trailer's rating.
Yes. The M5 Head & Center Section is designed for use with Ford F-Series, Chevy Silverado, and Dodge Ram light trucks. The Max Duty Multi-Fit Legs (part 30941) come pre-configured for GM and Ford trucks; if installing in a RAM truck, you must move the T-Bushings and T-Pins to the inner slots before installation. Long-bed (8 ft) trucks are best for trailer turning clearance.
The M5 hitch is designed for use with recreational gooseneck trailers only and requires a SAE 2-inch kingpin.
For the head and center section: M13 wrench. For the legs: M22 wrench, pliers, and a torque wrench. A grease gun with needle adapter is also recommended for maintenance.
No. The legs are sold separately. The head and center section (parts 30892 and 30945) require the Max Duty Multi-Fit Legs (part 30941) for installation. Fasteners and assembly instructions for the legs are included with the leg unit.
A minimum of 6 inches clearance is required between the truck bed rail and the bottom of the trailer. The hitch height should be adjusted so the trailer is approximately level when towed. Additional clearance may be needed for off-road use or steep inclines.
The head and center section has 4.05 inches of overall adjustment via 4 possible attachment locations. The legs provide 4 inches of vertical adjustment. This allows you to set the correct height for your specific truck and trailer combination.
Slide the tube over the bar as shown in the manual. Securely tighten with M8 carriage bolts, M8 lock washers, and M8 nuts using an M13 wrench. The handle should be snug when fully tightened.
1. Apply grease to the pivot assemblies (see maintenance section, Figure 9). 2. Place the head unit on top of the center section, avoiding pinch points. 3. Insert the pull pin as shown in Figure 6 and secure with spring clips on both sides. 4. Inspect through the sight holes on top of the head pan to verify the clips are assembled correctly.
1. Determine which mounting holes to use to ensure minimum 6 inches clearance between truck bed rail and trailer bottom. Legs should be at the same height on both sides. 2. Using M14 x 2 x 45 mm hex head bolts, attach the legs to the center section by threading bolts from inside the center section into the threaded portion of the legs. 3. Finger tighten initially until final adjustments are made. 4. Ensure the collars on the legs are completely seated in the corresponding holes in the center section.
1. Remove the lynch pins and position the legs over the pucks in the truck bed with handles in the OPEN position. 2. Once the unit is placed in the pucks, rotate the handles back to the CLOSED position. 3. Insert the lynch pins back into the legs to prevent handles from opening during operation.
Each M14 hex-head bolt must be tightened to 145 ft-lb of torque. This should be done after all handle adjustments are complete and the legs are securely positioned in the truck bed.
The head spring bolts should be tightened to 7-8 ft-lbs. This applies when the springs are installed correctly, pointing upward toward the truck cab.
Before any trip, verify that all lynch pins, foot brackets, and castle nuts are undamaged and securely locked with little to no vertical play. Every 1,000 miles, check that the M14 hex bolts connecting the center section to the legs are still torqued to 145 ft-lb. For the head and center section, apply preventative lubrication: grease the skid plate surface, the 5th wheel jaw and/or kingpin on the trailer, the pivot assembly via the grease fitting (using a grease needle), and spray white lithium grease on internal mechanisms. The head comes pre-greased.
Yes. Plastic lube plates can be used to avoid messy grease. However, the plate must not exceed 3/16 inch in thickness to ensure the hitch works properly. REESE 5th Wheel Lube Plate #83001 is recommended.
The pivot assembly resistance is preset at the factory. If the head pivots and makes noise when the trailer is not attached, adjust the resistance by tightening the pivot bolt 1/2 turn at a time. Do not exceed 2 full turns maximum. Use an open-end wrench to access the pivot bolt and nut. If noise persists, the pivot assembly can be rebuilt using a rebuild kit (instructions included with the kit).
Approximately 15–20% of the gross trailer weight should be on the hitch (pin weight). The remaining 80–85% should be distributed over the trailer axles. Pin weight must not exceed 2,800 lbs. If in doubt, have the pin weight measured by a qualified facility.
If you must place any part of your body under the trailer or between the truck and trailer, you must perform all of the following: 1. Check that the truck transmission is in park. 2. Check that the emergency brake is on. 3. Block in front of and behind all trailer tires. 4. Check that the trailer landing gear are resting on firm ground. Avoid putting any part of your body under the trailer or between the truck and trailer, as unexpected or accidental movement can cause serious injury or death.
After tightening all M14 hex-head bolts to 145 ft-lb of torque, verify that the hitch is tight to the truck bed by lifting each side of the hitch. There should be minimal movement.
Yes, the M5 is designed for Ford F-Series, Chevy Silverado, and Dodge Ram light trucks. RAM trucks require moving the T-Bushings and T-Pins to inner slots before installation.
No, legs are sold separately. You need the Max Duty Multi-Fit Legs (part 30941) to complete the installation.
For head/center: M13 wrench. For legs: M22 wrench, pliers, and torque wrench. A grease gun with needle adapter is recommended for maintenance.
The M14 hex-head bolts connecting the legs to the center section must be tightened to 145 ft-lb of torque.
Every 1,000 miles, check that the M14 hex bolts are still torqued to 145 ft-lb. Before any trip, verify that all lynch pins, foot brackets, and castle nuts are undamaged and securely locked.
Pin weight must not exceed 2,800 lbs. Approximately 15–20% of gross trailer weight should be on the hitch.
The pivot assembly resistance is preset at the factory. If the head pivots and makes noise, adjust the resistance by tightening the pivot bolt 1/2 turn at a time. Do not exceed 2 full turns maximum. Use an open-end wrench to access the pivot bolt and nut. If the noise persists after adjustment, the pivot assembly can be rebuilt using a rebuild kit.
Remove the lynch pin and adjust the castle nut by hand to a position where the handle does not rattle or is able to close. Once the handle adjustment is satisfactory, re-insert the lynch pin and close it properly. This is normal due to variations in truck underbeds.
The jaw may not close if under compression. If you are fully backed into the trailer and the jaw is not fully latched, pull the truck slowly forward to remove the load on the jaw. The handle will then fully latch. Once latched, the indicator will show completely green.
Yes. If there is tension between the truck and trailer, the truck or trailer may shift when the handle is pulled. In this case, the handle will start to return to the ready-to-receive position, but the trailer will still uncouple. Continue to drive the truck slowly away from the trailer.
Jennifer
Ordered online. Shipment arrived on time and with all the correct parts. Great customer service and friendly staff. Also, pricing was great!
May 22, 2023
On Sale Today
Original price was $1,307.50. Current price is $987.02.You save $320.48 (25%)
Free Shipping
Ships free on all orders
Authorized Dealer
FREE ShippingFREE SHIPPING
Estimated delivery Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29
Order before 2 PM EST Monday–Friday for same-day processing
Guaranteed safe & secure checkout
