{"product_id":"demco-autoslide-5th-wheel-trailer-hitch-w-slider-single-jaw-above-bed-18-000-lbs-8550034","title":"Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w\/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs 8550034","description":"\u003cp\u003eTow your fifth wheel from a short-bed truck with confidence using the \u003cstrong\u003eDemco Autoslide Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch (Part #8550034)\u003c\/strong\u003e. With 18,000 lbs of capacity, an automatic 14\" rack-and-pinion slider for tight-turn clearance, and a single-piece wraparound jaw for a rattle-free connection, this above-bed hitch turns short-bed fifth wheel towing from a stressful maneuver into a routine one. \u003cem\u003e(Looking at other Demco fifth wheel hitches? See the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/products\/demco-21k-5th-wheel-hitch-without-rails-above-bed-mount-8550035\"\u003e21K Autoslide above-bed (8550035)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/products\/demco-21k-5th-wheel-hitch-with-rails-above-bed-mount-8550036\"\u003e21K Autoslide above-bed WITH rails (8550036)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/products\/demco-ums-under-bed-18k-autoslide-hijacker\"\u003e18K UMS Under-Bed Autoslide (8550022)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/products\/demco-ums-under-bed-21k-autoslide-hijacker-8550037\"\u003e21K UMS Under-Bed Autoslide (8550037)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/products\/demco-ums-under-bed-21k-ford-prep-package-autoslide-hijacker-8550038\"\u003e21K Ford Prep Package Autoslide (8550038)\u003c\/a\u003e, or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/products\/21k-underbox-double-pivot-fifth-wheel-hitch-for-reese-ums-brackets-8550033\"\u003e21K Underbox fixed mount for long-box trucks (8550033)\u003c\/a\u003e.)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAutomatic Sliding for Tight Turns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standout feature: a built-in \u003cstrong\u003eautomatic slider with 14\" of fore\/aft travel\u003c\/strong\u003e. As you turn, the rack-and-pinion gears smoothly move the hitch head — giving you 14\" of extra clearance between your truck cab and trailer at slow speeds — and slide back toward the cab on their own as you straighten out. \u003cstrong\u003eNo getting out to pull a lever, no manual repositioning, no guesswork.\u003c\/strong\u003e Backing into campsites or tight parking lots becomes dramatically easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e18,000 lb Capacity Built for Heavy Loads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8550034 is rated for serious work:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18,000 lb gross towing weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4,500 lb vertical load limit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeavy-duty steel construction and a \u003cstrong\u003erust-resistant black powder coat finish\u003c\/strong\u003e keep it performing tow after tow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLocked-In Connection — Wraparound Jaw + 3\/4\" Locking Bar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esingle-piece wraparound jaw\u003c\/strong\u003e completely surrounds the king pin for 360-degree contact, dramatically cutting down on rattle and trailer movement during travel. A solid \u003cstrong\u003e3\/4\" steel locking bar\u003c\/strong\u003e reinforces the jaw once it closes, adding another layer of security. The spring-loaded handle with a tethered safety pin secures the hitch in either the open or closed position, making coupling and uncoupling quick and predictable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSmoother, Quieter Ride\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003edouble-pivot head\u003c\/strong\u003e moves both front-to-back and side-to-side to match the angle of your trailer's pin box, and \u003cstrong\u003ethree polyurethane dampeners\u003c\/strong\u003e cushion those movements to absorb road shock and minimize the chucking noise that wears on you over a long travel day. The head also pivots automatically into the right position as soon as your king pin contacts the hitch — helping you line up faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAdjustable Hitch Height for Level Towing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose from three height settings — \u003cstrong\u003e16-1\/2\", 17-3\/4\", or 19-1\/4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — to fine-tune trailer height for level towing and proper bed rail clearance under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple Setup with Industry-Standard Rails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hitch installs on \u003cstrong\u003estandard above-bed base rails\u003c\/strong\u003e using included pins for a solid fit. You can also bolt on side plates with multiple height positions to match your trailer's pin box setup. When you need to switch between towing and using your bed space, the head can be separated from the base for easier handling — the total weight is around \u003cstrong\u003e273–277 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Important Compatibility Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis hitch is NOT compatible with Sidewinder or Revolution king pins.\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use any device that changes the pivot point of your trailer's king pin with this hitch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a \u003cstrong\u003ecushioned pin box\u003c\/strong\u003e, locking plates (sold separately) are required for use with the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGlide Ride\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMor Ryde\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTrailair Tri Glide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTrailair Flexair\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRota Flex\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLippert Road Armor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5th Airborne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for 6-1\/2' truck beds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits standard pin boxes 12\"–14\" wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic rack-and-pinion slider\u003c\/strong\u003e — 14\" of fore\/aft travel for tight-turn clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18,000 lb GTW \/ 4,500 lb vertical load capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-piece wraparound jaw\u003c\/strong\u003e with 3\/4\" steel locking bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-pivot head\u003c\/strong\u003e with 3 polyurethane dampeners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable hitch height\u003c\/strong\u003e — 16-1\/2\", 17-3\/4\", 19-1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for 6-1\/2' truck beds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits 12\"–14\" pin boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstalls on industry-standard above-bed base rails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeparable head and base\u003c\/strong\u003e for easier handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRust-resistant black powder coat finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFREE freight shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e to the 48 states (freight items are not returnable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBacked by a 5-year limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrand: Demco\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePart Number: 8550034\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eType: Autoslide Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch (single jaw, above bed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCapacity: 18,000 lb GTW \/ 4,500 lb vertical load\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSlider Travel: 14\" front to back (automatic rack-and-pinion)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHitch Height Settings: 16-1\/2\" \/ 17-3\/4\" \/ 19-1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eJaw: Single-piece wraparound with 3\/4\" steel locking bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePivot Head: Double pivot with 3 polyurethane dampeners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTotal Weight: ~273–277 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTruck Bed: Designed for 6-1\/2' beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePin Box Compatibility: 12\"–14\" standard pin boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNOT Compatible With: Sidewinder or Revolution king pins; any pivot-changing devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCushioned Pin Box Requirement: Locking plates (sold separately) required for Glide Ride, Mor Ryde, Trailair Tri Glide, Trailair Flexair, Rota Flex, Lippert Road Armor, 5th Airborne\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaterial: Heavy-duty steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinish: Black powder coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInstallation: Industry-standard above-bed base rails (included pins)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty: 5-year limited\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Demco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722123202863,"sku":null,"price":2585.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/7663\/0063\/files\/8550034.jpg?v=1772806868","url":"https:\/\/thervsurplus.com\/en-au\/products\/demco-autoslide-5th-wheel-trailer-hitch-w-slider-single-jaw-above-bed-18-000-lbs-8550034","provider":"The RV Surplus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}