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B&W Hitches PMHD14005 16K Pintle Plate -- 16,000 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Mounting Plate

B&W Hitches PMHD14005 16K Pintle Plate heavy-duty steel mounting plate for 16000 lb pintle hook towing applications
 
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Part Number: PMHD14005
Manufacturer: B&W Hitches

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B&W Hitches 16,000 lb Capacity Heavy-Duty Steel B&W Hitches PMHD14005 -- 16K Pintle Plate for Serious Towing

When your haul demands a pintle hook setup, the B&W Hitches PMHD14005 Pintle Plate gives you a rock-solid, purpose-built mounting solution rated to 16,000 lbs. Designed for trucks, work vehicles, and heavy-duty towing rigs, this plate brings the strength and precision fit that B&W is known for -- no compromise, no flex where it counts.

Purpose-Built for Pintle Hook Towing Up to 16,000 lbs

The PMHD14005 is a dedicated pintle mounting plate from B&W Hitches -- one of the most trusted names in American-made towing hardware. This plate is engineered to accept a pintle hook assembly and mount to compatible B&W receiver-style hitch systems, giving you a rigid, high-capacity connection point for heavy trailers, equipment haulers, and military-style couplers.

Pintle hook towing is common in agricultural, construction, and heavy-duty RV towing applications where surge couplers or standard ball mounts are not rated for the load. The PMHD14005 closes the gap between your truck's receiver system and the pintle hook itself, providing a flat, drilled mounting surface that keeps everything aligned and secure under load.

16,000 lb Gross Tow Rating

Rated for up to 16,000 lbs gross towing capacity -- suitable for heavy equipment trailers, livestock haulers, and large fifth-wheel or gooseneck pintle setups.

Heavy-Duty Steel Construction

Built from thick-gauge steel with a durable finish to resist corrosion and withstand the stress of repeated heavy towing cycles.

Compact, Precise Dimensions

At 15.13" x 12.25" x 5.0", this plate fits within the envelope of most full-size truck hitch systems without protruding excessively or limiting approach angle.

B&W Hitches Quality

Manufactured in the USA by B&W Trailer Hitches, a company with decades of experience building commercial-grade towing products for demanding real-world use.

What Is a Pintle Plate and Why Do You Need One?

A pintle plate is the structural adapter that mounts to your vehicle's hitch receiver or mounting surface and provides a bolt pattern for attaching a pintle hook. Unlike a standard ball mount, a pintle hook and lunette ring system allows for more vertical articulation and is rated for much heavier loads -- which is why it is the standard coupling system for military trailers, large farm equipment, and heavy construction rigs.

The PMHD14005 is the plate portion of that system. You mount this to your hitch receiver or shank, then bolt your pintle hook to the plate's face. The result is a two-piece system that can be separated for storage or swapped out if the hook ever needs replacement -- without disturbing the rest of the hitch setup.

Compatibility Note: The PMHD14005 is designed to work within the B&W Hitches heavy-duty pintle system lineup. It is intended for use with B&W-compatible pintle hook assemblies. Verify your receiver size, shank depth, and bolt pattern against B&W's current fitment guide before ordering. This plate is not a universal fit for all pintle hooks from all manufacturers.

Common Towing Applications

  • Heavy equipment and machinery trailers over 10,000 lbs GTW
  • Agricultural and farm trailer hauling with pintle/lunette ring couplers
  • Construction site trailers and flatbed hauls
  • Military surplus trailers using standard lunette rings
  • Large livestock and horse trailers requiring high-capacity pintle connections
  • Commercial fleet trucks and work vehicles needing a robust pintle mount
Pintle vs. Ball Mount: Ball mounts are common for everyday trailer towing up to around 10,000-12,000 lbs. Pintle hook systems are preferred above that range because the hook-and-ring design tolerates greater shock loads, allows more vertical play on rough terrain, and is generally easier to couple under difficult conditions -- especially when precise alignment is hard to achieve.

Installation Overview

The PMHD14005 pintle plate is designed for bolt-on installation using your truck's existing receiver hitch or a compatible B&W hitch mounting platform. The plate provides a flat, drilled face for pintle hook attachment. Hardware requirements will depend on the specific pintle hook assembly you pair with this plate -- confirm bolt sizes and torque specs from B&W before final installation.

Maintenance Tips:
  • Inspect all mounting bolts for torque and corrosion before each heavy towing season.
  • Apply a light coat of anti-seize compound to bolt threads during installation to prevent galling on the steel surfaces.
  • Check the plate face and mounting flanges for cracks or deformation after any hard towing event or impact.
  • Keep the pintle hook pivot pin lubricated per the hook manufacturer's recommendation -- the plate itself does not require lubrication.

Physical Specifications

ManufacturerB&W Trailer Hitches
Part NumberPMHD14005
UPC843233000399
Product TypePintle Mounting Plate
Length15.13 inches
Width12.25 inches
Height / Thickness5.0 inches
Weight27.95 lbs

Capacity Ratings

Gross Towing Capacity (GTW)16,000 lbs
Coupling TypePintle hook mounting plate

Construction

MaterialHeavy-gauge steel
FinishPowder-coated / corrosion-resistant (typical B&W standard)
Country of OriginUSA (B&W Trailer Hitches, Humboldt, KS)

In the Box

IncludedPintle mounting plate (PMHD14005)
Not IncludedPintle hook assembly, mounting hardware, receiver shank -- sold separately

About B&W Trailer Hitches

B&W Trailer Hitches has been manufacturing towing products in Humboldt, Kansas since 1987. Their product line spans gooseneck hitches, fifth-wheel hitches, turnoverball systems, and heavy-duty receiver products. The Pintle Plate PMHD14005 fits within their heavy-duty commercial towing hardware line alongside other high-capacity pintle and receiver components. B&W products are widely respected in agriculture, construction, and fleet towing for their straightforward engineering and American build quality.

Pair With: For a complete pintle towing setup, you will also need a compatible B&W or aftermarket pintle hook assembly rated to at least 16,000 lbs, a receiver hitch or shank rated to match, and appropriate grade mounting hardware. Confirm the pintle hook bolt pattern matches the PMHD14005 plate face before purchasing the hook assembly.
Important Information -- Read Before Purchasing
  • The PMHD14005 is the mounting plate only. A pintle hook assembly is required separately to complete the pintle towing connection -- this plate alone cannot tow a trailer.
  • Do not exceed the 16,000 lb gross towing weight rating. Overloading a pintle system is a serious safety hazard and can cause catastrophic hitch failure.
  • The towing capacity of the complete system is limited by the lowest-rated component -- vehicle receiver, shank, plate, pintle hook, and safety chains must all be rated to at least 16,000 lbs.
  • Confirm your vehicle's receiver opening, receiver rating, and hitch shank dimensions are compatible with this plate before installation.
  • All mounting bolts must be torqued to the appropriate specification and re-checked after the first towing use and periodically thereafter.
  • This product weighs 27.95 lbs -- use proper lifting technique or mechanical assistance during installation.
  • Not intended for use with standard ball-style couplers. This plate is designed exclusively for pintle hook attachment.


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