Recommended 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for 2017 Ram Short Bed with Dealer Installed Bracket Kit
Question:
I have a 2017 ram 2500, 4x4 Diesel, bed 68inch what hitch do I need.? I Just finished installing Dodges 5th wheel prep package / holes and pins in my bed. Now looking at hitches. Do I need the slider?
asked by: Kenneth
Expert Reply:
I don't know exactly what bracket kit the dealer installed so I can't really recommend a specific hitch to fit your 2017 Ram 2500 but since you have a short bed you'll likely need a sliding fifth wheel hitch. That is unless the trailer has a Revolution or Sidewinder pin box.
I've linked a couple of articles on fifth wheel trailer hitches as well as our selection that is confirmed to fit your truck. If you can tell me the kit that was installed I can make a more specific recommendation for you.
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Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Slider - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17-1/2 - 21-1/2 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- CURT
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