Product Description
The Husky 31196 is the Husky 10-to-16 Glider, a replacement fifth wheel slider for Husky 16,000 lb hitch heads. Short-bed pickups put the rear axle closer to the cab, so during tight turns a fifth wheel trailer's nose can come uncomfortably close to the cab. The glider lets the hitch head slide rearward up to 10 inches to add that clearance, so you keep the maneuverability of a short-bed truck without giving up cab clearance.
The slider travels on a single composite rail rather than metal wheels, which reduces metal-to-metal contact and noise and won't rust. An ergonomic handle and no-bind mechanism make it easy to operate. It fits Husky's Black and Silver Series 16K heads and installs in current Husky 4-bolt and 10-bolt base rails.
Compatibility
- Husky 16K fifth wheel hitch heads (Black and Silver Series)
- Installs in Husky 4-bolt and 10-bolt base rails (rails not included)
Hitch models and generations vary. Contact us with your hitch part number so we can confirm fit and any additional parts you may need before ordering.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Husky Towing
- Part number: 31196
- Type: Fifth wheel slider (glider)
- Capacity: For 16,000 lb hitches
- Travel: 10 inches
- Material / finish: Steel with composite slide rail, black/silver powder coat
- Hardware: Included
- Warranty: Husky lists a limited 10-year warranty (limited 90-day warranty for commercial use)
Features
- Single composite rail for long wear and high loads
- Quiet operation with less metal-to-metal contact
- Composite rail won't rust
- Ergonomic handle with no-bind mechanism
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.
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