Blue Ox BXR2100
A gooseneck mounted hitch for trucks with a ball in the bed and fifth wheels up to 21,000 lb.
Amazon $1,106.97$1,106.97
The Blue Ox BXR2100 is the better fifth wheel hitch overall, rated 3.8 to 3.4. The Blue Ox BXR2100 leads on warranty. The Demco Recon 21K wins on price. The Demco Recon 21K costs $382.98 less ($723.99 vs $1,106.97).
Demco Recon 21K
A good value heavy duty hitch for long bed trucks pulling fifth wheels up to 21,000 lb.
Amazon $723.99$723.99
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Blue Ox BXR2100 for warranty (limited lifetime warranty vs 5-year warranty).
- Choose the Demco Recon 21K for price ($723.99 vs $1,106.97).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 20,000 lb fifth wheel hitch; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Blue Ox BXR2100 | Demco Recon 21K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Price 25% | 80 $1,106.97 | 100 $723.99 |
| Capacity 20% | 10 21,000 lb gross trailer weight | 10 21,000 lb gross trailer weight |
| Weight 15% | 79 74 lb head | 50 hitch weight not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 20% | 60 full articulation, adjustable height | 60 full articulation, adjustable height |
| Warranty 20% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 44 5-year warranty |
Specifications
| Blue Ox BXR2100 | Demco Recon 21K | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Gross trailer weight | 21,000 lb | 21,000 lb |
| Pin weight | 5,000 lb | 4,000 lb |
| Head | ||
| Mount | Gooseneck ball | Rails (or puck kit) |
| Jaw | - | Single jaw wraparound |
| Articulation | Fore, aft and side to side | Fore, aft and side to side |
| Adjustable height | Yes | Yes |
| Height | 17 to 19 in | 15.5 to 18 in |
| Short bed ready | No | No |
| Lockable | - | No |
| Build | ||
| Head weight | 74 lb | - |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | 5 years |
| Released | 2022-06 | - |