I would suggest a hitch rated higher just for the fact IF you ever get a larger unit then you are covered.Our Cedar Creek is right at 14,000 lbs and our hitch is rated at 16,000 lbs.Of course the higher rated you go the higher the cost unless you do like we did and buy used.There are usually good deals out there on 5th wheel hitches.Make sure you get a double pivot hitch and one that has had proper maintenence performed.