Glossary / Suspension

fifth wheel

9 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

A fifth wheel is a special hitch you use to connect a big trailer to the back of a truck, making it easier to pull heavy stuff.

Technical Definition

A fifth wheel is a type of hitch that allows a trailer to be attached to the rear of a truck, providing a larger and more stable connection for heavy loads.

Hear It Discussed

"...a like a 40 foot fifth wheel. You know, in the in the 16,000 pound range."
Car Pro Radio Show January 31 26 Hour 1 CarPro Radio Show 12:35

"Your dad's trailer, your fifth wheel. Yeah."
These Are The BEST And WORST Trucks At The 2026 New York Auto Show! | Ep. 325 TFL Talkin' Trucks 16:33

"...we actually took one of the trucks to El Toro and put a fifth wheel on it."
The State Of The Auto Industry, Spring 2026 The Truth About Cars 27:43