Product Description
The Husky 31690KIT is a 26K W Series sliding fifth wheel hitch rated for 26,000 lbs gross trailer weight and 6,500 lbs pin weight. It uses a square tube glider so the hitch head can slide rearward, moving the trailer's king pin away from the cab for extra clearance in tight turns with a short-bed truck. The kit installs on standard fifth wheel base rails.
The fully articulating head moves with the trailer rather than the truck for a smoother ride on rough roads, and the jaw moves with the head. Husky's patented wrap-around jaw is designed to keep the jaw from "walking," the self-locking handle closes automatically during hookup, and a pop-out indicator shows when the hitch is properly locked. Base rails, a vehicle-specific bracket kit and Husky's center bolt kit (required with 26K hitches) are sold separately.
Compatibility
- Trucks with fifth wheel base rails installed (rails and a vehicle-specific bracket kit required, not included)
Contact us with your truck's year, make, model and bed length so we can help you select the right rail and bracket kits.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Husky Towing
- Part number: 31690KIT
- Series: 26K W Series
- Gross trailer weight: 26,000 lbs
- Pin weight: 6,500 lbs
- Mount type: Sliding (square tube glider)
- Pivot: Fully articulating head
- Finish: Gray powder coat
- Standard: Meets or exceeds SAE J2638 5th wheel standards
- Estimated install time: About 2 hours (on existing rails)
- Warranty: Husky lists a limited 10-year warranty (limited 90-day warranty for commercial use)
Features
- Patented anti-walk wrap-around jaw
- Self-locking, self-releasing handle with foam grip
- Pop-out hookup safety indicator
- Tight tolerances for less noise
What's Included
- 26K head with housing and yoke (33157)
- Glider slider (32042)
- Cross member (31568)
Never exceed the towing capacity of your tow vehicle.
Helpful Links
Pro tipChoosing a fifth wheel hitch
- Know your truck’s prep. Ford, Ram and GM factory puck systems use different mounts than universal rails.
- Rate it for the trailer’s GVWR, not its empty weight, and make sure pin weight fits your truck’s payload.
- Short-bed truck? You may need a slider hitch or offset pin box for turning clearance.
Not sure what fits? Send us your vehicle — we’ll confirm before you order.
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