16k Hitch vs.24k
Is there any disadvantage of using a 24k hitch to tow a 14 or 16k 5th wheel?
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97winger wrote:
...just picked up a 2011 Ram 3500 DRW with standard hitch rails installed....I have a chance to get a 2009 Reese 24k Signature Series is there a problem with going over kill if I end up with a 14k unit.
That's a fine idea and will not be a problem. You have plenty of truck to handle way more than a 14K trailer. If the Reese is in good shape and is a bargain then go for it. Buying more hitch now just means if you get something bigger than expected or upgrade to a bigger trailer you don't have to change the hitch or anything on the truck.
As was said, the higher rated hitches can have better/stronger latches, more gussets, thicker metal, etc. to handle higher pin weights. My 5er is rated for 14K GVWR. I could have bought a 16K hitch and been in good shape, but a 20K hitch was only about $50 more. The little bit of $$ for extra rating was worth it to me. It wasn't necessary, but I liked having the extra capacity if needed..... buy once and be done.
KJ
