The selection of a sliding fifth wheel provides the capability to transfer weight between tractor axles, accomodate trailers with different kingpin settings, and vary vehicle combination lengths.

A sliding fifth wheel also provides the following additional benefits:

1) Resale: a sliding fifth wheel offers maximum equipment flexibility and is more likely to fit the application of a prospective purchaser.

2) Improved Maneuverability: a sliding fifth wheel positioned forward provides additional maneuverabliity in tight locations and sliding the fifth wheel rearward accommodates trailers with short landing gear clearance.

3) Ride Comfort: driver comfort is increased as the fifth wheel is located closer to the centerline of the bogie or rear axle.  When the axles are not overloaded, the driver has the ability to extend the unit for maximum comfort.

AIR RELEASE SLIDE BRACKET

Options include this air release slide bracket.  It features a stainless steel air cylinder, and an easy to reach outside plunger adjustment.

MANUAL RELEASE SLIDE BRACKET

The second bracket option is the manual release slide bracket seen here.

OVER-THE-FRAME MOUNT SLIDE PLATE

The first option for the slide plate is this over-the-frame precision roll-formed plate.  It features a forged steel rack with 1.5" increments of adjustment.

OUTBOARD ANGLE MOUNT SLIDE PLATE

The other slide plate option is this outboard angle mount precision roll-formed plate.  It features a forged steel rack with 1.5" increments of adjustment as well.