Reese Max Duty 5th Wheel Center Section, 14,000 lbs. CapacityReeseOriginal price was $395.00. Current price is $371.22.In 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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Yes, the 30941 is designed for Ford F-Series, Chevy Silverado, and Dodge Ram light trucks. However, RAM trucks require relocation of the T-Bushings and T-Pins to inner slots before installation. Long bed (8 ft) trucks are recommended for best turning clearance.
You will need: M22 wrenches, pliers, and a torque wrench. The legs come pre-assembled and adjusted, ready to install.
Each M14 hex-head bolt must be tightened to 145 ft-lb of torque. This should be done after the legs are positioned over the truck bed pucks and the T-Pin handles are locked and securely held in the underbed structure.
Yes, the M5 5th Wheel Head and M5 Center Section are sold separately. The 30941 legs are designed for installation with these components.
Yes. Before installation on a RAM truck, you must relocate the T-Bushings (#8) and T-Pins (#7) to the inner slots. Do not flip the T-Bushings; they must remain in the same orientation. Keep all handles in the same orientation and corners. Do not fully tighten the castle nuts; they will be adjusted during installation.
Gross trailer weight must not exceed 14,000 pounds. Pin weight must not exceed 2,800 pounds (approximately 15–20% of gross trailer weight). If in doubt, have pin weight measured by a qualified facility.
Before any trip, verify that all lynch pins, foot bracket, and castle nut are undamaged and securely locked with little to no vertical play. Every 1,000 miles, check the M14 hex bolts connecting the center section to the legs to ensure they are still torqued to 145 ft-lb.
The package includes one Max Duty Multi-Fit Leg (pre-assembled and adjusted), four M14 x 2 x 45 mm CL10.9 hex-head bolts, four 5/8" conical washers, four T-Pin locking handles, six lynch pin handle locks, four M5 castle nuts, four T-Pins (Ford/GM), and four T-Bushings (Ford/GM). The M5 Head and Center Section are sold separately.
Yes, the legs come pre-assembled, adjusted, and ready to install on GM and Ford trucks. If installing on a RAM truck, you must first relocate the T-Bushings and T-Pins to the inner slots as shown in the instructions.
The unit has 4 inches of vertical adjustment. This allows you to determine which center section mounting holes to use to ensure a minimum of 6 inches clearance between the truck bed rail and the bottom of the trailer.
Remove the lynch pins and position the legs over the pucks in the truck bed with the handles in the OPEN position. Once the unit is placed in the pucks, rotate the handles back to the CLOSED position and insert the lynch pins back into the leg to prevent the handles from opening during operation.
Using the M14 x 2 x 45 mm hex-head bolts (#2), attach the legs to the center section structure by threading the bolts from the inside of the center section into the threaded portion of the legs. Finger tighten the bolts initially until final adjustments are made. Ensure the collars on the leg are completely seated in the corresponding holes in the center section.
Due to variations in truck underbeds, some handles may be loose and rattle, while others may be too tight to lock. If a handle appears too loose and rattles or cannot close fully, 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 adjustment is satisfactory, re-insert the lynch pin and close it properly. Only finger tighten the castle nut during this adjustment.
After tightening each M14 hex-head bolt to 145 ft-lb of torque, verify that the hitch is tight to the truck bed by lifting each side of the hitch. This confirms that the legs are securely fastened.
A minimum of 6 inches clearance is required between the truck bed rail and the bottom of the trailer. Additionally, allow approximately 6 inches clearance between the top of the pickup walls and the underside of the front of the trailer for pitch and roll of the trailer. More clearance may be needed for off-road use.
Approximately 15–20% of the trailer weight should be on the hitch (pin weight), with approximately 80–85% of the gross trailer weight distributed on the trailer axles. Pin weight must not exceed 2,800 pounds.
Use only a SAE 2-inch kingpin with the gooseneck hitch. The hitch is designed for use with recreational gooseneck trailers only.
Avoid putting any part of your body under the trailer or between the truck and trailer. If you must do so, you must perform all of the following steps: (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. Unexpected or accidental movement can cause serious injury or death.
The connection for trailer wiring must be located at the side of the truck bed between the driver's seat and the rear wheel to prevent operators from working between the truck and trailer.
Under no circumstances should you exceed the towing vehicle manufacturer's recommended vehicle towing capacity. The towing vehicle must have a manufacturer's rated towing capacity equal to or greater than the gross trailer weight (dry weight of the trailer plus payload). Failure to check and follow tow ratings could result in tow vehicle damage or truck and trailer separation while hauling.
Every 1,000 miles, check the M14 hex bolts that connect the center section to the legs to ensure that they are still torqued to 145 ft-lb of torque.
Before any trip, verify that all lynch pins, foot bracket, and castle nut are undamaged and securely locked, with little to no vertical play. The lynch pin should be in the closed position as shown in the maintenance diagram.
The hitch is rated for a maximum gross trailer weight of 14,000 pounds and a maximum pin weight of 2,800 pounds. The towing vehicle must have a manufacturer's rated towing capacity equal to or greater than the gross trailer weight.
For GM and Ford trucks, the legs are ready to install as shipped. For RAM trucks, the T-Bushings (#8) and T-Pins (#7) must be relocated from the outer slots to the inner slots before installation. The T-Bushings must not be flipped and must remain in the same orientation to allow for proper adjustment.
The M14 hex-head bolts should be finger tightened initially until final adjustments are made. They should be fully tightened to 145 ft-lb of torque only after the legs are positioned over the truck bed pucks, the T-Pin handles are locked, and the T-Pins are securely held in the underbed structure.
Long bed (8 ft) light trucks are best for truck-trailer turning clearance. The distance from the back of the truck cab to the center of the rear truck axle should be approximately 4 inches greater than one-half the trailer width.
The height of the coupler should be adjusted so the trailer is approximately level as it is towed. Allow approximately 6 inches clearance between the top of the pickup walls and the underside of the front of the trailer for pitch and roll of the trailer. Allow more clearance for off-road use.
With the trailer leveled and on level ground, measure from the ground to the coupler (Dimension A) and from the height of the inside of the truck bed to the ground (Dimension B). Use the formula: Hitch Height = A – B + 2". The 2" value is an estimate of suspension compression due to king pin weight; actual compression may range from 1"–5" depending on the truck and trailer.
The product is covered by a Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original consumer purchaser. The warranty covers material defects in both material and workmanship, excluding normal wear and tear. The warranty does not cover damage from abuse, neglect, misuse, accidents, misapplication, overloading, improper installation, improper maintenance, or unauthorized alterations. Product replacement is the sole remedy. Contact Horizon Global at 47912 Halyard Dr. Suite 100, Plymouth, MI 48170, or 1-800-632-3290 to make a warranty claim.
Due to variations in truck underbeds, some handles may be loose and rattle. To fix this, remove the lynch pin and adjust the castle nut by hand to a position where the handle does not rattle. Once adjustment is satisfactory, re-insert the lynch pin and close it properly. Only finger tighten the castle nut during adjustment.
Due to variations in truck underbeds, some handles may be too tight to lock. To fix this, remove the lynch pin and adjust the castle nut by hand to a position where the handle is able to close. Once adjustment is satisfactory, re-insert the lynch pin and close it properly. Only finger tighten the castle nut during adjustment.
After tightening each M14 hex-head bolt to 145 ft-lb of torque and locking the T-Pin handles with lynch pins, verify that the hitch is tight to the truck bed by lifting each side of the hitch. If the hitch moves or feels loose, check that all M14 bolts are torqued to 145 ft-lb and that all lynch pins are properly inserted and closed.
Before any trip, verify that all lynch pins, foot bracket, and castle nut are undamaged and securely locked, with little to no vertical play. If vertical play is present, check that the lynch pins are fully inserted and closed, and that the castle nuts are properly adjusted. If the problem persists, verify that the M14 hex bolts are torqued to 145 ft-lb and that the legs are properly seated in the center section.
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
