Feature: Fifth Wheelers - Part 1 | 39
With a double-pivot hitch, high-set suspension and a limited rear overhang a fifth wheeler can be surprisingly nimble off-road. Both Winjana and Trailblazers make such units However, several local manufacturers and importers have seen the light and been making fifth wheelers of a size suitable for our utes and tray tops. Given the relative proliferation of the ute it’s not surprising that fifth wheeler interest has finally started to increase. There is one local manufacturer who recently produced a large fifth wheeler, but given its size and tow vehicle requirement I do wonder about their market research. For me I reckon the Aussieute towable fifth wheeler is where the money should be. Drivers’ licence requirements aren’t much different to a car, truck or motorhome. Most fifth wheelers are not classed as semi trailers and therefore do not require a Heavy Combination (HC) licence. If the tow vehicle