Already running a gooseneck hitch in your truck bed? The B&W RVK2500 Patriot Custom Bracket Kit lets you mount the B&W Patriot 5th wheel hitch directly over your existing gooseneck ball and safety chain loops -- no bed rail system required, no drilling, no guesswork. Purpose-built for specific truck applications, this bracket kit is the clean, OEM-grade solution for owners who want the best of both worlds: gooseneck capability when you need it, 5th wheel capability when you want it.
The B&W Patriot is one of the most respected 5th wheel hitches on the market, and the RVK2500 bracket kit is what makes it work with a gooseneck-equipped truck bed. Rather than installing a full under-bed rail system, these custom-fit brackets anchor directly to your truck's existing gooseneck receiver hardware. The result is a rigid, low-profile mount that keeps your hitch centered and stable without consuming unnecessary bed space.
At 78.42 lbs and spanning nearly 45 inches in length, this is a substantial, all-steel assembly -- not a lightweight universal adapter. The dimensions (44.75" x 13.0" x 5.5") reflect a full bracket system designed to match the footprint of the Patriot hitch head and distribute tongue weight properly across the truck frame.
Custom-engineered bracket geometry matches your specific truck model's gooseneck mount points -- not a universal guess-fit adapter.
Works directly with your existing B&W gooseneck hitch hardware. Skip the full under-bed rail installation when paired with the Patriot head.
At 78 lbs, this bracket kit is built from heavy-gauge steel with a durable powder-coat finish to resist corrosion and withstand the rigors of 5th wheel towing.
B&W manufactures its hitches and bracket kits in Humboldt, Kansas. Quality control, materials sourcing, and final assembly all happen domestically.
The B&W Patriot 5th wheel hitch (sold separately, typically as the RVB3500 or similar Patriot head unit) is designed to pair with one of two mounting systems: a full under-bed rail kit, or a custom bracket kit like the RVK2500. The custom bracket kit route is the preferred choice for truck owners who already have a B&W gooseneck hitch installed -- particularly the Turnoverball (OEM-style) or Companion gooseneck systems -- because it eliminates redundancy and keeps the truck bed cleaner.
The RVK2500 specifically refers to a custom bracket set that positions the Patriot hitch head at the correct height and lateral position above the gooseneck ball. B&W assigns different bracket kit part numbers to different truck model/year combinations, so always verify that RVK2500 is the correct kit for your specific truck before ordering.
B&W custom bracket kits are application-specific. The RVK2500 is designed to work with select late-model Ram 2500/3500 (or comparable heavy-duty truck) configurations equipped with the B&W Turnoverball gooseneck hitch. Common compatible platforms include:
Always cross-reference with B&W's online hitch selector tool using your truck's year, make, model, and bed length to confirm RVK2500 is the correct bracket kit for your application.
Installation of the RVK2500 is straightforward for anyone familiar with under-bed hitch work, but the 78 lb weight means a second set of hands (or a floor jack) is strongly recommended for lifting the bracket assembly into position. Basic steps involve:
Generic gooseneck-to-5th-wheel adapters introduce height and flex variables that can affect kingpin engagement and increase wear on your RV's pin box. B&W's custom bracket approach eliminates that slop -- the geometry is engineered for your specific truck, so the hitch head sits at the correct height and angle for proper 5th wheel coupling every time. For full-timers and frequent towers, that precision matters over thousands of miles.