With the GN5 adapter, it took us less than two minutes to modify a gooseneck Cimarron horse trailer so it would work with a fifth wheel hitch. Before we describe how it works, ...

Two of the most prominent forms of trailer hitches used by trucks today are the gooseneck hitch and the 5th wheel hitch. A ...

A gooseneck trailer actually gets its name from its hitch, which is highlighted by a long, arched "neck" section at the front. The unique coupler is designed to clear a pickup's (closed) tailgate ...

This type of trailer, which is categorized as a removable gooseneck (RGN), is a lot more common in the big rig world. In those applications, they’re great for towing oversized loads.

Trail King Industries Inc. introduced its Commercial MG-HG detachable gooseneck trailer featuring interchangeable gooseneck styles and improved corrosion resistance, according to the company.

Pros and Cons of Mechanical Gooseneck Trailers. Mechanical goosenecks are lighter weight than hydraulic goosenecks; however, they take more time to attach and detach.

Why Do I Need a Gooseneck or 5th Wheel Hitch? If you need to tow big, heavy trailers, you need a hitch capable of handling the weight. A 2021 Ford F-150, for example, can tow a maximum of 14,000 ...

Detachable gooseneck trailer can carry up to 80,000 pounds. The XL Knight 80 MFG detachable gooseneck lowboy trailer can carry up to 80,000 pounds. The 48-foot trailer carries 70,000 pounds in 16 feet ...

XL Specialized Trailers’ XL 110 low-profile hydraulic detachable gooseneck trailer has been unveiled with a 15-inch loaded deck height, which the company says is the lowest in the industry and can ...

Both gooseneck and 5th wheel hitches have their major applications, but in a nutshell, the former is better suited for hefty, professional work like commercial transportation, while the latter is ...