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Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection
Gooseneck Mount (#3220)
- Aluminum Gooseneck Mount
- SAE Certified
- 14" tall base
- 24,000 lbs GTWR
- 4,500 lbs tongue weight
Gooseneck Mount - Toolbox Version (3220TBX)
- Aluminum Gooseneck Mount
- 14" tall base
- 3.5" base offset accommodates for truck beds with a tool box
- 24,000 lbs GTWR
- 4,500 lbs tongue weight
Lowered Flatbed Mount (#3221)
- Aluminum Gooseneck Mount
- 10" tall base
- 24,000 lbs GTWR
- 4,500 lbs tongue weight
Lowered Flatbed Mount - Toolbox version (#3221TBX)
- Aluminum Gooseneck Mount
- 10" tall base
- 3.5" base offset accommodates for truck beds with a tool box
- 24,000 lbs GTWR
- 4,500 lbs tongue weight
Rail Mount (#3200)
- Steel rail mount fits industry-standard rails (Rails sold separately)
- 11-1/2" tall base
- 24,000 lbs GTWR
- 4,500 lbs tongue weight
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USA Built: Why It's Different
Why Choose the Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection?
Traditional 5th wheel hitches weigh 100–200 lbs, need two people, and leave rails bolted in your truck bed all year. The Ultimate 3220 does none of that.
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Lift it with one hand — all 37 lbs of it.The steel hitch you're replacing weighs 130–200 lbs. Needs two people or someone's bad back. Not this one.
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Remove it in 2 minutes. Full truck bed back.No rails bolted in year-round. No hardware to trip over. Clean bed whenever you're not towing.
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3" off-center tolerance — back in and you're done.The patented ball-funnel guides your kingpin in even when you're not perfectly aligned. No spotter needed.
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SAE J684 certified. Same standard as steel. A quarter of the weight.Aircraft-grade aluminum meets the same certification as every steel hitch. Backed by a lifetime warranty.
Why We Built the Lightest 5th Wheel Hitch
Traditional hitches assumed weight was unavoidable; permanent rails, 150+ lb heads, two people to install. We removed the rails, cut weight to 37 lbs, and kept every pound of towing capacity. The result isn't just the lightest; it's the most versatile, easiest to use, and the only SAE-certified aluminum 5th wheel hitch on the market. For the majority of 5th wheel owners, that makes it the best.
- Ford F-250 & F-350
- Ram 2500 & 3500
- Chevy Silverado 2500 & 3500
- GMC Sierra 2500 & 3500
- Toyota Tundra
- Nissan Titan XD
Now find the one that fits your setup.
- SAE Certified — independently tested
- Aluminum mount — never rusts, peels, or chips
- Built-in ball funnel — hooks up 3" off center
- Full articulation — no bucking or chucking
- Solo install/remove in under 10 minutes
- Aluminum mount — never rusts, peels, or chips
- Clears standard over-the-rail toolboxes
- No toolbox removal during hookup
- Same 24,000 lb GTWR as base model
- Identical install process — under 10 min
- Heavy duty steel
- Fits B&W, Reese, and Pullrite rails
- Keep your existing rail investment
- Far lighter than any OEM head
- Same greaseless articulating coupler
- Aluminum mount — never rusts, peels, or chips
- Flatbed-specific lowered geometry
- Correct height — no adapters needed
- Standard 5th wheel trailer compatible
- Full articulation, greaseless coupler
- Aluminum mount — never rusts, peels, or chips
- Lowered flatbed geometry + toolbox clearance
- No truck modifications required
- 24,000 lb GTWR — full capacity
- Greaseless full-articulation coupler
FEW Parts. One elegant system.
Ball-Funnel Coupler
The built-in funnel guides the kingpin onto the gooseneck ball even when you're up to 3" off-center. Hookup tolerates real-world parking conditions.
Full Articulation
The greaseless coupler allows full pivot in every direction — eliminating the bucking and chucking traditional hitches transmit on rough roads.
Aluminum Mount
Aircraft-grade aluminum delivers steel's strength at a fraction of the weight. Never rusts, peels, or chips — for the life of your truck.
Quick-Release
Two pins. Lift it out with one hand. Your truck bed is back in seconds — no rails, no ramps, no help needed.
Ultimate vs. traditional 5th wheel hitches.
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Which Ultimate Connection is right for you?
Answer a few quick questions about your truck and trailer. We'll match you to the exact hitch you need — no guesswork.
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Quick Answer: The best 5th wheel hitch depends on whether you prioritize maximum stability, ease of use, or reduced weight.
Traditional heavy-duty hitches like B&W are known for their planted towing feel because of full kingpin contact and heavy steel construction. Lightweight systems like the Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection prioritize ease of installation, reduced weight, and truck bed usability while still maintaining full rated towing capacity. The best hitch depends on how you use your truck, how often you tow, and whether convenience or maximum mass-based stability matters more in your setup.
Quick Answer: Yes, both gooseneck and traditional 5th wheel hitches are safe when properly installed and correctly rated.
Traditional 5th wheel hitches feel more stable because they use a full plate connection with the trailer kingpin and heavy steel construction. Gooseneck-mounted systems like the Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection use a single pivot point on a gooseneck ball, simplifying the connection while still maintaining SAE-rated towing capacity. Safety depends more on proper installation, weight distribution, and towing conditions than hitch style alone.
Quick Answer: Because they rely on heavy steel construction and full kingpin contact to reduce movement.
Traditional hitches reduce movement through mass and full plate engagement with the trailer kingpin, creating a dampened, planted feeling. Lightweight systems like the Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection reduce weight by eliminating heavy steel jaw assemblies and instead using a gooseneck ball connection. This changes how forces are distributed but does not reduce rated towing capability when properly engineered.
Quick Answer: Not necessarily. Chucking depends more on setup and design than weight alone.
Chucking is the forward-and-back motion felt while towing, caused by movement in the hitch connection, braking forces, and road conditions. Traditional hitches reduce this using heavy steel construction and full kingpin engagement. Lightweight systems reduce complexity and use a simplified connection design like a gooseneck mount, which can still provide smooth towing when properly set up.
Quick Answer: Chucking is caused by movement between the truck and trailer during braking, acceleration, or road changes.
Common causes include small gaps in the hitch connection, improper trailer weight distribution, sudden braking or acceleration, and uneven road surfaces. Reducing chucking requires correct setup, proper pin weight balance, and a well-matched hitch system designed to minimize slack in the connection.
Quick Answer: The best lightweight 5th wheel hitch balances towing strength, ease of use, and minimal truck bed weight.
The Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection is widely used in this category because it significantly reduces weight while maintaining SAE-certified towing capacity. This makes it ideal for users who frequently remove their hitch or need maximum truck bed usability.
Quick Answer: Yes, it is one of the lightest full-capacity 5th wheel hitches available.
Traditional 5th wheel hitches typically weigh 100 to 200 lbs due to heavy steel construction and rail-mounted systems. The Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection reduces this to approximately 37 lbs by using a lightweight aluminum design and gooseneck ball mounting system, making installation, removal, and storage significantly easier while still maintaining rated towing capacity.
Quick Answer: For easier installation, removal, and better truck bed usability.
Lightweight hitches are ideal for drivers who frequently switch between towing and daily truck use. Instead of dealing with heavy steel systems, users can remove the hitch quickly and regain full bed space. This makes systems like the Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection especially popular for versatility-focused truck owners.
Quick Answer: Yes, when properly rated and installed, lightweight hitches maintain full towing capacity.
Lightweight does not mean reduced strength. These systems are engineered to meet SAE standards and maintain full towing ratings. The reduced weight comes from design efficiency and simplified construction, not lower capability. The Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection is rated at 24,000 lbs GTWR, which handles most large luxury RVs, toy haulers, and heavy equipment trailers.
Quick Answer: Yes, when properly rated, lightweight hitches can tow heavy trailers safely.
Strength is determined by engineering design and load distribution rather than total hitch weight. Lightweight systems achieve high towing capacity through optimized geometry and efficient force distribution, not by relying on mass alone.
Quick Answer: It depends on whether you prioritize maximum planted stability or ease of use and flexibility.
Traditional hitches offer more perceived stability due to weight and full plate contact. Gooseneck systems offer easier installation and removal while maintaining rated towing capacity. For long-term use, the right choice depends on towing frequency and whether versatility matters to you.
Quick Answer: Many RV manufacturers do not officially recommend gooseneck adapters unless they are specifically designed and approved for 5th wheel use.
RV manufacturers generally design 5th wheel trailers to be used with traditional kingpin-style hitches. Some gooseneck adapters are explicitly approved, especially purpose-built systems like certain goosebox-style pin boxes. However, many generic adapters are discouraged because they can change how forces are transferred through the trailer frame, potentially affecting warranty coverage. For this reason, manufacturers tend to recommend sticking with a certified 5th wheel hitch system or an approved gooseneck conversion engineered specifically for RV use.
Quick Answer: The smoothest riding 5th wheel hitches minimize chucking and absorb road movement through stable kingpin engagement or engineered pivot systems.
Traditional heavy-duty hitches achieve smoothness through full kingpin jaw engagement and heavy steel construction. Lightweight systems like the Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection use a gooseneck ball pivot design that reduces mechanical slack in the connection point. When properly installed and balanced, this results in a smooth towing experience with the added benefit of reduced weight and easier removal. Ultimately, the smoothest ride comes from proper setup, correct pin weight distribution, and a hitch design that minimizes play in the connection.
Quick Answer: Lightweight gooseneck-mounted hitches like the Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection are the easiest to install and remove.
Because they eliminate heavy rail-mounted components, lightweight systems allow single-person installation and removal. This makes them especially useful for drivers who want to quickly switch between towing and full truck bed use without needing help or tools.
Quick Answer: Yes, many modern 5th wheel hitches are designed for easy removal.
Gooseneck-mounted lightweight systems like the Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection are designed for fast removal, allowing full truck bed usability when not towing. This flexibility is one of the main reasons users choose lightweight systems over traditional rail-mounted hitches.
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