The FWS1 Series is one of the lightest, most durable fifth wheels available. The FWS1 is well known for its rugged durability and ease of maintenance.  This next generation fifth wheel has enhanced features which improve reliability and driver satisfaction, while retaining its low maintenance heritage.

The FWS1 now features finer increments of slack adjustment via a new eccentric pin design, without sacrificing performance.  The retooled top plate is machined to precise tolerances, and a jaw return spring was added to prevent the jaw from closing while bobtailing.

A fifth wheel is only as good as the company that stands behind it, and SAF-HOLLAND has raised the bar on supplier accountability.  We offer the industry's first Performance Guarantee.  SAF-HOLLAND warrants not only the material and workmanship of the FWS1 Series fifth wheels, but we also guarantee the durability as well.

Simply put:

- No bracket pocket insert replacements

- No lock jaw replacements

- No rebuilds

- Guaranteed for 5 Years / 500,000 Miles*

LOAD CAPACITY: 50,000 lbs. Maximum Vertical Load

PULL CAPACITY: 150,000 lbs. Maximum Drawbar Pull

TOP PLATE WEIGHT: 222 lbs.

*see FWS1 Warranty for complete details.

VISUAL SAFETY INDICATOR

Visible "red" safety indicator provides driver with an easy, clear visual indication that the wheel is properly coupled.  There is also an automatic secondary locking mechanism.

JAW RETURN SPRING

Jaw return spring has been added to prevent the jaw from closing while bobtailing.

IMPROVED RELEASE HANDLE

Closed release handle design improves driver ergonomics, and requires less force to operate.

NoLube POCKET INSERTS

Austempered ductile iron NoLube pocket inserts provide greater durability with freer articulation.

SIMPLE LOCK ADJUSTMENT

Simple and quick lock adjustment pin with 4 incremental positions, reduces the risk of over-adjustment.