Stop wrestling with universal brackets that never quite line up. The B&W RVK2400 Patriot Custom Bracket Kit is engineered to bolt directly to your truck's existing frame rail attachment points -- no drilling, no improvising, no guesswork. Designed exclusively for use with the B&W Patriot 5th wheel hitch, this bracket kit delivers a rock-solid, low-profile foundation that keeps your hitch centered in the bed and your kingpin connection exactly where it needs to be.
The B&W Patriot hitch is one of the most respected 5th wheel hitches on the market, and the RVK2400 bracket kit is the foundation that makes it work correctly in your specific truck. B&W manufactures vehicle-specific bracket kits that index to existing factory holes in the truck frame or bed -- meaning installation is clean, reversible, and doesn't void your truck's frame warranty the way drilled universal mounts can.
At 75.4 lbs and spanning nearly 45 inches across the truck bed, this is a substantial, full-width bracket assembly. The hardware is engineered to transfer kingpin load directly into the truck's frame rails, not just the bed floor -- which matters enormously when you're hauling a 5th wheel trailer under braking or on rough terrain.
Indexes to existing factory frame holes or bed bolt patterns -- no drilling required on compatible truck models. Clean, reversible installation.
Full-width rail bracket assembly built from high-strength steel. At 75.4 lbs, this is a serious structural component, not a lightweight adapter plate.
Designed specifically to accept and properly position the B&W Patriot 5th wheel hitch head. Not a universal bracket -- engineered for this hitch family.
Brackets route kingpin load into the truck's structural frame rails, not just the bed floor -- the correct engineering approach for 5th wheel towing.
B&W's Patriot 5th wheel hitch system is sold in two primary components: the hitch head assembly and the truck-specific mounting bracket kit. The RVK2400 is the bracket kit -- it is the structural interface between your truck bed/frame and the Patriot hitch head. Without the correct bracket kit, the Patriot hitch cannot be properly installed.
B&W offers multiple bracket kit part numbers to cover different truck makes, model years, and cab/bed configurations. The RVK2400 designation identifies the specific fitment this kit addresses. Always confirm your truck's year, make, model, cab style, and bed length before ordering to ensure this is the correct bracket kit for your application.
B&W's custom bracket kits are engineered to use existing factory attachment points in the truck bed or frame. On compatible trucks, installation requires no drilling and leaves the truck fully restorable to its original condition if the hitch is removed -- a major advantage over universal hitch systems that require permanent modification.
The RVK2400 kit includes the rail brackets, crossbars, and all hardware needed to mount the assembly in the truck bed. The general installation process involves:
Most experienced RV owners with basic mechanical tools can complete this installation. A torque wrench is required to achieve proper fastener preload on the structural bolts.
The RVK2400 is the mounting bracket kit only. The B&W Patriot hitch head (sold separately) is required to complete a functional 5th wheel hitch setup. If you already own a Patriot hitch head and are replacing worn brackets, adding a second truck to your fleet, or completing a system purchased separately, this is the piece you need.
Once installed, the RVK2400 bracket kit supports the full range of 5th wheel trailers compatible with the Patriot hitch head -- from mid-size travel trailers to large, heavy-duty 5th wheel coaches. The bracket system is rated in conjunction with the Patriot hitch head's published tow and pin weight ratings. Always operate within the lower of the hitch rating, bracket rating, and your truck's published tow capacity.
After the first 500 miles of towing, re-torque all bracket mounting fasteners to the values specified in the B&W installation instructions. Inspect all bracket bolts, frame attachment hardware, and crossmember connections at least once per season or any time you notice unusual noise or movement from the hitch area.
If you need the Patriot hitch head to pair with this bracket kit, search for B&W's Patriot hitch head assembly (sold separately). B&W also offers the Companion 5th wheel hitch and the Turnoverball gooseneck conversion ball as complementary products for owners who tow both 5th wheel and gooseneck trailers.