5th Wheel Release Hook & Pin Puller – Steel, Made in USA

Stop crawling under the trailer to pull the 5th wheel release. The OPNBar 5th Wheel Release Hook reaches the release handle from a standing position, so you can unhook the tractor from the trailer with a steady pull instead of a back-straining yank. It's made in the USA from steel and weighs 3 lb.

Why Drivers Use a 5th Wheel Release Tool

Fifth wheel release handles sit low and tight behind the tractor tires, and they often stick. Pulling them by hand means bending, twisting and reaching, which can lead to neck, shoulder and back strain. It also ruins clothes with grease, oil and road grime. A release hook keeps you upright, keeps your hands clean, and gives you leverage on a stubborn handle.

See It in Action

Ergonomic Design

The OPNBar is designed around the way your body moves when you open a stiff container door. It extends the door latch handle, so you can use a steady pull from your legs and body weight instead of jerking the handle with your wrists and back. Watch the OPNBar ergonomic trucker tool in use:

What It Does

• 5th wheel release hook: grabs the release handle so you can pull it from beside the tractor
• Pin puller: extra reach and leverage for stuck pins and handles
• Container and trailer door leverage bar: slides over door latch handles to open and close stiff doors
• Tire thumper: a quick sound check on tire inflation during your walk-around

How to Release a 5th Wheel with OPNBar

1. Set the trailer brakes and lower the landing gear as you normally would before unhooking.
2. Stand beside the tractor, clear of the tires, and seat the hook on the 5th wheel release handle.
3. Pull the handle out with a steady pull, using your legs, not your back, until it locks in the open position.
4. Stow the tool in the cab. At 24 in and 3 lb it fits behind the seat.

Built for the Road

• Made in the USA by SCS International, the makers of the original Persuader Bar, since 2005
• Steel with an anti-corrosive finish and high-pressure tolerance
• Fleet and government ready: wholesale pricing available, and available through GSA contract 47QSEA23D004N

Product Details

Tire check by sound: a properly inflated tire makes a loud, sharp thud; a poorly inflated tire makes a dull thud.

Specifications

• Brand: OPNBar
• Manufacturer: SCS International
• Weight: 3 lb
• Dimensions: 24 x 6 x 6 in
• Material: Steel, anti-corrosive
• Made in the USA

Ratings for heated and non-heated tools vary.

Official OPNBar instructions: How to release a 5th wheel | Instructions for every OPNBar version

FAQ

What is a 5th wheel release tool?
It's a hooked bar that lets a driver pull the fifth wheel release handle without reaching under the trailer by hand. OPNBar's version also works as a container door leverage bar and a tire thumper.

Will it fit my tractor?
The hook is designed for standard fifth wheel release handles. If you're unsure about your setup, contact us with your make and model.

Is there a longer-reach version?
Yes. The OPNBar Version 4 5th wheel release hook attaches to the V4 extension bar for extra reach.

Do you sell to fleets?
Yes. For wholesale orders, contact us or visit opnbar.com. Government buyers can order through GSA contract 47QSEA23D004N.

Use OPNBar tools only for their intended purpose and follow the official instructions. Inspect the tool before each use and wear gloves and eye protection. See our full Company and Products Disclaimer.