A fifth wheel trailer gets its name from the coupling component or hitch that sits on the back of a towing vehicle. It’s used to connect to the trailer, and in this way, it works almost like an extra (or a “fifth”) wheel. The hitch is designed very similarly to the type of hitch coupling that is used for semi-trucks. It’s highly durable and can be used to pull large and weighty loads. The fifth wheel design is extremely stable and easy to drive. Because the hitch allows you to turn, you aren’t locked into moving around with the hefty body of a truck, and this makes it an easy transition for people who are used to driving smaller pickup trucks or regular cars.