Most new RV campers could use a glossary of RV terms to speed up their learning curve. But if you’re still learning the different types of RVs, you may be unfamiliar with an RV called a “fifth wheel.” Your tow vehicle has four wheels, and this type of RV has at least two—and sometimes more. So why is a fifth wheel called a fifth wheel?
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://blog.campingworld.com/find-your-rv/why-are-fifth-wheels-trailers-called-that/